The KINTO stores in Tokyo are located in an area called Nakameguro, a friendly neighborhood where locals and visitors coexist. Our staff put together a list of their favorite spots to enjoy the seasonal landscapes, craft, and culture of the area.
CHIYA-BA
From Nakameguro station, a short walk along the railway lines brings you to CHIYA-BA, a Nepalese teahouse. Their specialty chai is brewed with tea leaves and spices grown in the foothills of the Himalayas, and served in UNITEA one touch teapots. It is a sophisticated space filled with the aroma of spices and is a great place to stop for a sensual yet relaxing experience. Take a tumbler and get a cup to-go, you are all set for a little walk around town.
farver
Farver is an inconspicuous flower shop on Komazawa-dori street. The inside is almost like an artist’s studio, with vintage furniture and carefully selected flowers both fresh and dry. The owner knows everything about them down to the environment they were grown in, and customers can take their time to decide which one to take home, surrounded by their beautiful colors and scent. They are also happy to give you advice on flower arrangement, so it is an excellent place for people who are looking for tips on how to decorate with flowers.
ateliers PENELOPE
In the residential Higashiyama area is ateliers PENELOPE, a brand that creates beautifully textured canvas bags dyed in original colors. Canvas is a sturdy fabric that develops character with use. Watch people at work in the studio before making your way upstairs to the sunlit store. Here, you can admire their bags in different colors and designs, to find a companion to suit your lifestyle.
tokyobike
As you pass through the local shopping street Nakmeguro Ginza, you can find Tokyobike's Nakameguro store. With an aim to help people experience the joy of exploring the their own cities, they offer not only a large selection of bicycles but also bike accessories and lifestyle goods such as sneakers. You can also rent a bike – a great way to feel the seasons.
SHOP INFORMATION
TEA / CHIYA-BA
A specialty teahouse creating a community through tea leaves.
@chiya_ba
FLOWER / farver
A secret flower shop without a sign.
farver.jp
CANVAS BAG / ateliers PENELOPE
A canvas bag brand established in 1996.
www.atelierspenelope.com
BIKE / tokyobike
A bicycle brand for people who want to enjoy the city.
tokyobike.com
