Tokyo's hidden paradise｜Kichijoji: a sanctuary for literary youths and a slow-living paradise】**

**【 Walking into Kichijoji, Tokyo, is like stepping into a time capsule - there is no hustle and bustle of Shinjuku here, but it hides the most charming folk customs. Inokashira Park is full of greenery, white birds are leisurely swimming by the lake, and the cherry blossoms in spring turn into a pink sea of clouds; old coffee shops and independent bookstores are scattered in the alleys, and young intellectuals hold coffee and search for treasures in the piles of second-hand books. The traditional market every Sunday is bustling with people, and the fruits and vegetables, handmade sauces and Japanese-style groceries delivered directly by farmers make people feel the most simple life in Tokyo. In the evening, climb the observation deck of Inokashira Natural Culture Park, the sunset dyes the city skyline red, and the city and nature blend perfectly here. The charm of Kichijoji lies in that it retains the warmth of the Showa era and quietly breeds contemporary creativity - this is not only the back garden of Tokyo people, but also a secret base for travelers to escape from the crowds and heal their souls.