Exploring Tokyo: FUTAKO TAMAGAWA

Fabulous food, handcrafted tableware, and kitchen gadgets galore...

FUTAKO TAMAGAWA is a small but well-to-do residential enclave in Tokyo's Setagaya ward (not far from St. Mary's International School). An express stop on both the Oimachi and Denentoshi train lines the outdoor, elevated platform at Futako Tamagawa station overflows with commuters during the morning and evening rush. On weekends and holidays, high school and college kids, young couples, and families throng to the Futako shopping center, dominated by a branch of Takashimaya department store. The chic boutiques on the ground floor have something of a Rodeo Drive feel to them, and the food hall is fabulous.

Elegantly prepared take-out foods, edible gifts, traditional pantry items made with artisan care, and organic produce rival for your attention.

You may want to stay on after the tour concludes to have afternoon tea at one of the many eat-in corners and restaurant counters in the foodhall. Dinner options include wonderful restaurants in the Takashimaya complex and immediate neighborhood.

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