Commuting to Shibuya! Where is the best place to rent a monthly apartment?
Shibuya is a city for young people. It's an area where you can experience the latest in Tokyo, including the latest fashion and popular food. Shibuya is also home to many up-and-coming IT and venture companies.
Large-scale redevelopment is underway around the station in preparation for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, but if you're planning on commuting to Shibuya, which neighborhood is the best place to rent a monthly apartment?
Sangenjaya: A convenient area with plenty of restaurants
For those who want to explore various restaurants at the nearest station, we recommend the area around Sangen-Jaya Station. There are many stylish restaurants and popular izakayas, so you will never have trouble eating out. Shibuya Station is just 4 minutes away on the Tokyu Denentoshi Line. There are also many supermarkets and drugstores, so it is perfect for those who prefer to cook at home. It is a lively and bustling town where many people gather from morning to night.
Gakugei Daigaku: a popular town that combines good public safety with a comfortable living environment
The Gakugei-daigaku Station area has been gaining in popularity in recent years. Shibuya Station is just 6 minutes away on Tōkyū Tōyoko Line. Shopping streets stretch out on both sides of the station, and you'll find everything from private shops to stylish cafes, izakayas, and karaoke bars. It's convenient, but it's also safe, so it's popular with people of all ages and genders. There are supermarkets, drugstores, and hospitals, so you won't feel inconvenienced by the area's daily life.
Nishi-Eifuku: A quiet neighborhood where you can live with peace of mind
For those who want to live in a safe and clean town, we recommend the area around Nishi-eifuku Station. It is a quiet town where women living alone can feel safe. Shibuya Station is 14 minutes away on Keio Inokashira Line. You can access it without changing trains. There are not many chain izakayas or family restaurants, but there are many high-quality privately owned restaurants scattered around, so it is a recommended area for those who want to live a relaxed and high-quality daily life.
"Meidaimae" is a town with easy access to both Shibuya and Shinjuku
It takes 6 minutes to Shibuya Station on Keio Inokashira Line. It also takes 6 minutes to Shinjuku Shinjuku Station on the Keio Line. Meidaimae Station that allows you to quickly access both Shibuya and Shinjuku without changing trains. The Meiji University campus is right in front of the station, making it a lively place. This station is used by many people throughout the day, including not only students but also businessmen who use the Keio Line. There are no large supermarkets, but there are plenty of mini supermarkets and chain restaurants.
Takadanobaba has a strong image of being a student town, but it's surprisingly easy to live there
The area around Takadanobaba Station, which has a strong image of being a student town with many famous universities and vocational schools, is a hidden gem. In front of the station is a bustling downtown area with many restaurants and leisure facilities, but a 10-minute walk from the station leads to a quiet residential area. Because the residential area is far from the station, you can quickly access major terminal stations by train. It takes 12 minutes to Shibuya Station, 5 minutes to Shinjuku Station, and 4 minutes to Ikebukuro Station. All are on the JR Yamanote Line.
