Kugenuma in Kanagawa Pref. tops Tokyo-area ranking of places people love to live in

In an annual survey conducted by Recruit Co., Kugenuma, a beach district in Fujisawa, Kanagawa Prefecture, has topped the ranking of neighborhoods in the greater Tokyo area where residents wish to continue living. The survey, which targeted men and women aged 20 or older living in the Tokyo metropolitan area, asked respondents about their intention to stay in their current neighborhoods and evaluated various factors contributing to their appeal.

Respondents frequently mentioned feelings of attachment to Kugenuma's distinctiveness and a sense of purpose in living there. The area's low average age and lively atmosphere were also cited as positive aspects. Kugenuma's shore is known for resident initiatives such as beach cleanups, demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental conservation and community attachment.

The Sendagaya area in Tokyo's Shibuya Ward ranked second, with residents praising the neighborhood's loose neighborly ties and abundant sports facilities. Shibuya Ward's districts around seven train stations also performed well, with Sangubashi, Yoyogi-koen, Hiroo, and Yoyogi-uehara all ranking within the top 50.

Akasaka, in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward, came in third. The area was highly regarded for fostering diversity, including foreigners and people from other regions, and for its work-friendly environment, with features such as calm working spaces and attractive workplaces and companies.

In a separate ranking, the Bashamichi neighborhood in Yokohama's Naka Ward topped the list of "delicious neighborhoods." This area received high marks for enjoyable local food and restaurants with good atmosphere and taste. Minatomirai, along the Minatomirai Line, also ranked third. The survey was conducted online, with respondents being asked about their intention to remain in their current neighborhoods and evaluated various aspects of the community where they live.