The narrative revolves around twin sisters Miyako and Tomiko Shigeta, who operate as real estate agents in the highly desirable Kichijouji district of Tokyo. This area is consistently ranked #1 among those residing in Tokyo as their preferred place to live. In their professional capacity, the sisters assist women in finding apartments but steer them away from Kichijouji and towards other neighborhoods within Tokyo. The story explores the anxieties experienced by newcomers as they relocate and highlights the allure of Tokyo's diverse neighborhoods.
Kichijouji dake ga Sumitai Machi desu ka? has been published digitally in English as Is Kichijoji the Only Place to Live? by Kodansha Comics USA since July 24, 2018.