Shimo-Takaido is located only 10-15 minutes train ride by Keio Line from Shinjuku but has totally different atmosphere from modern and huge Shinjuku. Along narrow street crossing the Keio Line railway, small shops, cafes and restaurants are packed. Also behind the street, you will find an old market selling meats, fish, vegetables and so on. The area is particularly busy late afternoon with housewives shopping for their dinner.