Originally Posted by LapLap

... the area between Nippori and Nishi-Nippori to the North/North-East of Tokyo. The air always seems so much fresher in this part of the city, and on the other side of a steep bank of steps there is a charming arcade dotted with shops selling traditional goods (including gardening tools) – there’s also a wonderful restaurant selling Udon (around mid way along the shopping street – the owner is nearly fanatical about using the very best quality oil for the accompanying tempura). This is easily my favourite neighbourhood in Tokyo, and there are still lots of places here I haven’t uncovered as many of the galleries, shops and museums are virtually undistinguishable from private houses.