Setagaya

Living in Setagaya: spacious, green and family-friendly Tokyo suburbs like Shimokitazawa and Sangenjaya. A practical area guide for expats.
Jonan Areas · Setagaya

Setagaya

Spacious, family-friendly suburbs with green parks.

Area guide

Living in Setagaya

Tokyo’s most populous ward: spacious, green and endlessly liveable, with a village feel in the city.

Largestward by population
Greenparks & rivers
Familytop choice

Why live in Setagaya?

Why here

Room to breathe

Larger apartments, houses and parks — ideal for families and remote workers.

Why here

Distinct neighborhoods

Each town, from Sangenjaya to Shimokitazawa, has its own personality.

Why here

Family-friendly

Well regarded for schools, playgrounds and everyday convenience.

Neighborhoods to know

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Where Setagaya sits in Jonan

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