SUBstore Tokyo

The Tokyo branch of a group of music-centric cafés in Indonesia, SUBstore's brand of Southeast Asian cool found the perfect home in Koenji when it opened up in 2016. Located in a building just off the promenade under the rails, SUBstore is a blend of everything you come to Koenji for in the first place: it's a record store, bookstore, coffee shop, bar and live venue all rolled into one. Oh, and don't forget the authentic Indonesian cuisine courtesy of co-owner Andhika Faisal.  The space hosts both DJ nights and live acts from within and outside Japan, and, along with BnA, has quickly become one of the prime spots in Koenji for tourists and other expats to mingle with music-loving locals.