Setagaya has a variety of faces, depending on which part of it one views. To promote community development efforts that highlight these unique characteristics, the city was divided into five districts ?taking into consideration the everyday needs of residents, traffic concerns, and trends in the city’s development? each with its own District Administration Office. This section will introduce each of these districts.
Kitazawa District
The Kitazawa district is a convenient center of urban life, featuring many different shops and easy access. While serving as a cultural center, with theater and musical entertainment offerings, it also offers several forms of traditional culture.
