Shimokitazawa Station

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What makes Shimokitazawa Station interesting is not only that it is where the Odakyu and Keio lines intersect, but also that it layers different eras of urban development into a single space. It was originally named after the local place name, and later, as the railway connected the major commercial districts of Shinjuku and Shibuya, the surrounding area gradually developed into the commercial zone commonly known as “Shimokita.” The station itself clearly reflects this change: the Odakyu Line is underground…