It was a warm, spring day as the Setagaya Line snakes its way through the quiet, residential streets of Setagaya Ward. Its ten-station line is a haven for local feeling and one of the true little joys of suburban discovery. The compact, two-carriage tram might be just a regular commute for locals, but it also gives sightseers a rare glimpse of Tokyo away from the crowds. Easy to get to, easy to ride and easy to enjoy, the Setagaya Line is a must for those looking for a picturesque day of feel-good sightseeing. I spent a day getting on and off, exploring quiet residential neighborhoods and local shopping streets. The Setagaya Line is one of two surviving tramways in Tokyo (the other is the Arakawa Line which i will blog about it separately). Sangenjaya is a town with a long history. Beginning as an area with three tea houses, travelers and warlords stopped here on their way in or out of Edo city. Today, Sangenjaya sits beneath a towering expressway, offering a fascinating mix of old and new. I've made this series of photos into a comic book illustration. Making a picture different, quirky, and a little bit crazy doesn't necessarily make the image immature. Such effect has great potential to really make moments memorable and really etch that fun memory in stone. The comic effect can be an important reminder to not take life too seriously, have fun, and enjoy those special moments in life. 我这次去东京为自已安排了一趟怀旧路面电车之旅,体验的是东京市区宁静的另外一面。我已经三访、四访东京,不想再走人潮拥挤的观光或购物景点,所以搭乘路面电车走进东京朴实住宅区体验不同于东京繁华的悠闲氛围原来是一个不错的旅行方式。我找一个晴朗的好天气,跳上这一条路面电车。东急世田谷线,从起站到迄站,短短的十个站点,不到十八分钟的车程,整体给人迷你可爱的感觉。东急世田谷线是东京唯二的路面电车,另一条是都电荒川线。 我将这一系列的普通照片制作成漫画版的照片。我用漫画的形式重新诠释照片里的内容,发挥了我的想象力,让我的照片更有趣。 无论是黑白素描风,还是日系小清新风格都能够轻松搞定,内含表情贴纸,气泡贴纸,让漫画版的照片更加生动。 To use the Setagaya Line, you will first need to get to Sangenjaya Station, which is only five minutes away from Shibuya Station on the Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line. 三轩茶屋算是比较少观光客会来的地方,就算来了也不会特地绕进巷子里。但在三轩茶屋站附近有个隐藏版打卡景点,虽说是隐藏版景点,但实际上十分高调。复古的红砖车站,连接着两旁的大型卖场高楼,有种古今交错的美感。 Strolling down the main street, you will pass an overwhelming number of cafes and eateries — perhaps the result of this being a university town. The cute two-car trains of the Setagaya Line are used as a means of transport by the local Setagaya Ward residents. Looking like both a regular train and also like a tram car that navigates through the city, this is a unique train line. It runs through a narrow passage surrounded by retro scenery and homes, also has a somewhat nostalgic feel. Although you might think such a small line would be annoyingly infrequent, the Setagaya Line is almost the opposite. Forget checking train times, it's easier to simply show up as they pass every six minutes like clockwork. 世田谷线的路面电车,总长度不长,但沿途经过的地方都是极具生活感的区域,很适合来一趟途中下车闲晃的散步之旅。在宫之坂站的车站附近,聚集著几间可爱的小店,散步累了,很推荐到此小歇片刻。 Traffic is stopped with a traffic signal rather than a crossing gate. Like the cars, Setagaya Line trains diligently stop and wait for the signal to change before proceeding. It is a gentle scene typical of Setagaya and visitors can see it here. 在山下车站是在以前的商店街残留下悠闲又温柔的一条街,漫步在这条老街上,莫名的感到平静而安心。 The Setagaya Line ends at Shimo Takaido, whose shotengai shopping street is a bustling magnet for the area and an excellent place to wander around and savour the intimate shopping atmosphere of local Tokyo. Thanks to the small tram line, the stops have avoided a lot of the heavy redevelopment swallowing up other nearby areas and are still filled with older, more traditional houses as well as smaller apartment buildings. One of the highlights of the area is that it's great for cycling. Although a bit of a maze, it has quiet streets and is filled with families pedaling around at a surprisingly relaxed pace. For those who are nervous about busy roads and heavy traffic, the Setagaya area is ideal, with clearly marked cycle lanes and extra-wide pavements throughout the area. This also means you can reduce your commute by riding to a connecting-station or to the surrounding lines instead. 我建议可以多留一点时间慢慢逛商店街,感受一下世田谷悠闲的氛围。走在商店街上有许多与当地人擦肩而过的机会,可能是牵着小孩的主妇妈妈、也可能是骑着脚踏车刚买完鱼的奶奶。在这样极具在地感的商店街中,存在着几家连旅客都会爱的杂货、咖啡店。 As a line that operates charming little two-car tramcars, the Setagaya Line is a rarity in Tokyo. Moreover, many of its stations are unmanned, making it highly unusual for an urban railway. A stroll along the line is enjoyable. The pace is slow. Getting on board and casually exploring the local area may be just the ticket for you.
路面电车真的是东京最让人惊喜连连的交通工具, 我能够在这样悠闲的气氛中渡过一整天,真是件幸福的事。或许是跟随着我的脚步,或许是反其道而行去看看推荐路线以外的据点,我没带着非要获得什么收获的情绪,随心所欲,途中下车。当下我以为不足为道的普通画面,都将在回到现实生活里,在回忆中,放大成壮阔的风景。
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