Kichijoji Furnished Apartments & Share Houses

Kichijoji is consistently voted the most liveable neighborhood in Tokyo by Japanese residents. Located in Musashino city just west of central Tokyo, it offers a rare combination of green space, indie shops, and excellent transport. The neighborhood is anchored by Inokashira Park, a large urban park with a boating pond and the Ghibli Museum nearby. The area around the station is packed with cafes, vintage stores, izakayas, and the famous "Harmonica Yokocho" alleys. Kichijoji Station offers JR Chuo line access (Shinjuku in 15 minutes) and the Keio Inokashira line directly to Shibuya. Modern Living Tokyo lists furnished apartments and share houses in Kichijoji and the surrounding area.

Frequently asked questions about Kichijoji

Why is Kichijoji so popular?

Kichijoji combines the best of central Tokyo (rail access, restaurants, shopping) with green space and a friendly, walkable neighborhood feel. It has been voted the most liveable area in Tokyo in repeated Japanese resident surveys.

Is Kichijoji actually inside Tokyo's 23 wards?

No — it's in Musashino city, which is part of Tokyo Metropolis but not one of the 23 special wards. In practice, it functions as a Tokyo neighborhood and is just 15 minutes from Shinjuku on the JR Chuo line.