HOME PLANET
Kichijoji, Tokyo
Tucked into a quiet side street of Kichijoji (吉祥寺), HOME PLANET feels like a private listening room dropped into one of Tokyo’s most spirited neighborhoods—a short stroll from the station and the leafy escape of Inokashira Park. By day it has the gentle hush of a traditional kissaten, warm light and the steam of expertly brewed coffee; by night it folds into a low-lit sanctuary for serious music lovers, where lacquered wood, stacked vinyl and a carefully tuned hi‑fi system set the rules. What makes it special is the curatorial eye: the owner and regulars rotate deep cuts—jazz, soul, psych and rare Japanese classics—often spinning whole-album sessions or inviting intimate acoustic guests instead of background playlists. Conversations here move in whispers so the sound can breathe, and regulars will happily point you to a hidden gem on the shelf. For travelers who want an authentic, music-first night in Kichijoji, HOME PLANET offers the rare pleasure of listening the way records were meant to be heard.
Tucked into a quiet side street of Kichijoji (吉祥寺), HOME PLANET feels like a private listening room dropped into one of Tokyo’s most spirited neighborhoods—a short stroll from the station and the leafy escape of Inokashira Park. By day it has the gentle hush of a traditional kissaten, warm light and the steam of expertly brewed coffee; by night it folds into a low-lit sanctuary for serious music lovers, where lacquered wood, stacked vinyl and a carefully tuned hi‑fi system set the rules. What makes it special is the curatorial eye: the owner and regulars rotate deep cuts—jazz, soul, psych and rare Japanese classics—often spinning whole-album sessions or inviting intimate acoustic guests instead of background playlists. Conversations here move in whispers so the sound can breathe, and regulars will happily point you to a hidden gem on the shelf. For travelers who want an authentic, music-first night in Kichijoji, HOME PLANET offers the rare pleasure of listening the way records were meant to be heard.