Gaiemmae from a Women's Everyday-Living Perspective

Offices, restaurants and shops along Aoyama-dori make Gaiemmae convenient for combining commuting with shopping and dining. The Ginza Line provides straightforward travel toward Shibuya, Akasaka-mitsuke and Ginza, while some addresses are also within walking distance of Omote-sando or Aoyama-itchome. For women living alone, however, safety should not be judged only from the prestigious image of 'Aoyama' or 'Minato.' It is important to inspect nighttime lighting and pedestrian activity between the property and station as well as building access control, common areas and security cameras. Kita-Aoyama and Minami-Aoyama are under Akasaka Police Station. Major events at Jingu Gaien can dramatically increase pedestrian traffic, so people prioritizing quiet surroundings should also consider distance from venues and the route home. Conditions can differ significantly between Aoyama-dori and quieter back streets. Visiting both during the day and at night provides a more realistic picture of everyday living.