Tourist Attractions in TOKYO with all kinds of Natural, Historical and Cultural Spots!

Tourist Attractions in TOKYO with all kinds of Natural, Historical and Cultural Spots!

TOKYO, One of Japan's Largest Sightseeing Areas where you can Enjoy Everything! This time, we will introduce the tourist attractions of Tokyo including natural, historical and cultural spots, as well as museums, zoos and aquariums, amusement spots and spots related to Anime.

Special Spots only found in Tokyo

Firstly, we will introduce some special spots that can only be seen in Tokyo.

Spot NameCharacteristics
Tokyo Station
The central station and sightseeing spot
Tokyo Skytree
The tallest broadcasting towering the world
Tokyo Tower
The symbol of Tokyo
Toyosu Market
Tokyo Fish Market
Ameyoko Shopping Street
A shopping street that has been operating since the war ended

Tokyo Station

Tokyo Station

Tokyo Station is a huge terminal station located in the Chiyoda City. It is attractive not only as a transportation hub but also as a sightseeing spot. May you pay close attention to the brick exterior and the beautiful ceiling inside the round dome. It is a reproduction of the station building that stood more than 100 years ago and is has been designated as an important cultural property of Japan.

In addition, things that represent Japan, such as sweets and miscellaneous goods, are gathered from all over Japan and stocked in the JR station premises and surrounding shopping centres.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Tokyo Station
  • Street address: 1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005
  • Access: Tokyo Monorail Haneda Airport Terminal 2 Station → [Tokyo Monorail] about 25 minutes → Tokyo Monorail Hamamatsucho Station → [walk] about 2 minutes → JR Hamamatsucho Station → [JR Yamanote Line / Keihin Tohoku Line] about 6 minutes → JR Tokyo Station
  • Wi-Fi: Available (JR-EAST FREE Wi-Fi)
  • Language:English, Chinese
  • Credit cards:VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, Diners Club International, DISCOVER

Tokyo Skytree®

Tokyo Sky Tree® is the world's largest broadcasting tower. Its height is 634 meters. (Information accurate as of November 2011)

At Tokyo Sky Tree®, it is possible to go shopping, eat, and enjoy scenery. The observation deck and observation galleria are particularly recommended. The Tembo deck is located 350 meters above the ground and is surrounded by a huge 360 degree glass panel. The roughly 70 km area that can be seen ahead is a magnificent view point.

Furthermore, the observation galleria is a spot that passes from 445 meters above ground via the glass corridor. Passing through this corridor gives an unusual feeling of walking in the air.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Tokyo Skytree®
  • Street address: 1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida-ku, Tokyo 131-0045
  • Access: JR Tokyo Station → [JR Sobu Line Rapid] about. 8 minutes → JR Kinshicho Station → [Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line] about 3 minutes → Tokyo Metro Oshiage (Skytree-mae) Station… Short walk from Exit 3F, B3 or A2 underground
  • Wi-Fi: Available(TOBU FREE Wi-Fi)
  • Language:English, Chinese(traditional),Chinese(simplified), Korean, French, Spanish, Italian, Indonesian, Malay, Thai, Vietnamese, Russian, Arabic
  • Ticket Purchase:At acceptance
  • Credit cards:VISA, Master Card, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, Diners Club International, DISCOVER, UnionPay

Tokyo Tower

Tokyo Tower is the symbol of Tokyo. Although its function as a broadcasting tower was handed over to Tokyo Sky Tree, it still attracts lots of people as a sightseeing spot.

The tower is 333-meter high. The main deck is around 150 meters high and the top deck is around 250 meters. You can see the view of Tokyo from main deck and top deck, and there are also cafes and shops.

Moreover, there are souvenir shops and restaurants in Foot Town located at the foot of Tokyo Tower.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Tokyo Tower
  • Street address: 4-2-8 Shibakōen, Minato City, Tokyo. 105-0011
  • Access: JR Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Exit → [Tokyu Bus] about 20 minutes → Tokyo Tower Bus Stop ... about 1 minute on foot
  • Wi-fi: Available (depending on the shop)
  • Language:
    • Pamphlet: English, Chinese (traditional and simplified), Korean
    • Top deck audio guide: English, Chinese (traditional and simplified), Korean, Italian, French, Spanish, Thai, Vietnamese, Russian, Indonesian
  • Ticket Purchase:At acceptance
  • Credit cards:VISA, Master Card, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, Diners Club International

Tokyo Fish Market (Toyosu Market)

Tokyo Fish Market (Toyosu Market)

Toyosu Market is a comprehensive wholesale market for fruits and vegetables, fresh fish and meat located in the Koto City. It relocated from Tsukiji Market in 2018.

Visitors can experience a vibrant atmosphere, such as observing auctions, market dishes made using fresh ingredients, and shopping.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Toyosu Market
  • Street address: 6-6-1 Toyosu, Koto-ku, Tokyo. 135-0061
  • Access: JR Tokyo Station → [JR Yamanote Line / JR Keihin Tohoku Line] about 4 minutes → JR Shimbashi Station → [Yurikamome Line] about 30 minutes → Yurikamome Ichiba-mae Station… right by the Station on foot
  • Wi-Fi:Available(FREE Wi-Fi & TOKYO)
  • Language:English, Chinese (traditional and Simplified), Korean, French, Spanish,German, Italian, Russian, Indonesian, Malay, Thai, Vietnamese, Arabic
  • Credit cards:Available(Depending on the shop)

Ameyoko Shopping Street

Ameyoko Shopping Street is a shopping street that runs along the sides of tracks of JR Ueno Station and JR Okachimachi Station. It is said that it started as a postwar black market and it still retains the busy atmosphere of those days.

There are a variety of stores lined up, including food, precious metals, cosmetics, and fashion-related stores.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Ameyoko Shopping Street
  • Street address: 6-10-7 Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo. 110-0005 (Ameyoko Shopping Street Association)
  • Access:
    • JR Tokyo Station → [JR Yamanote Line / JR Keihin Tohoku Line] about 6 minutes → JR Okachimachi Station… A short walk from the station
    • JR Tokyo Station → [JR Yamanote Line / JR Keihin Tohoku Line] about 8 minutes → JR Ueno Station… A short walk from the station
  • Wi-Fi:Available(depending on the shop)
  • Language:English, Chinese, Korean(depending on the shop)
  • Credit cards:Available(depending on the shop)

Tokyo Historical or Cultural Spots

Tokyo Historical or Cultural Spots

If you come to Tokyo, you should stop by the places where you can feel the history and culture of Japan. Here, we will introduce some recommended spots.

Spot NameCharacteristics
Tokyo Kabukiza Theatre
A theatre where classical Japanese entertainment can be seen
Ryogoku Kokugikan
A spot for enjoying Sumo matches and exhibitions
Sensoji Temple
The oldest temple in Tokyo
Yasukuni Jinja
A shrine to honour the dead
Meiji Jingu
The shrine in Japan with the largest wooden Torii gate

Tokyo Kabukiza Theatre

Kabukiza Theatre is a theatre located in the Ginza area. This historic theatre was built in 1889, and here you can watch Kabuki, a classic Japanese performing art.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Kabukiza Theatre
  • Street address: 4-12-15 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0061
  • Access: Tokyo Metro Tokyo Station → [Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line] about 3 minutes → Tokyo Metro Ginza Station Exit A7 ... about 5 minutes on foot
  • Wi-Fi: Unavailable
  • Language: English
  • Ticket Purchase: At acceptance, Online
  • Credit cards: VISA, Master Card, JCB (Online) , No credit cards accepted At acceptance

Ryogoku Kokugikan

Ryogoku Kokugikan is a multipurpose hall located near Asakusa and Tokyo Sky Tree. As well as Grand Sumo wrestling three times a year, other various events are held at the hall.

The sumo museum on the first floor is free to enter except during sumo events. A variety of materials related to sumo are on display, making this a unique spot where sumo culture can be experienced. 

In addition, a stall where sumo goods can be bought is open during sumo events and every 5 days other than the day that sumo is held.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Ryogoku Kokugikan
  • Street address: 1-3-28 Yokoami, Sumida-ku, Tokyo 130-0015
  • Access: JR Tokyo Station → [JR Yamanote Line / JR Keihin Tohoku Line] about 4 minutes → [JR Sobu Line] about 3 minutes → JR Ryogoku Station ... about 1 minute on foot
  • Wi-Fi: Unavailable
  • Language: English
  • Ticket Purchase: At acceptance, Online, In convenience stores, Telephone
  • Credit cards: No credit cards accepted(At acceptance)

Sensoji Temple

Sensoji temple is the oldest temple in Tokyo, with a history of around 1,400 years. Kaminarimon gate, the entrance to the shrine approach, is a symbol of Asakusa and is an excellent spot for tourists to take photos.

As you pass through Kaminarimon gate, a shopping street called Nakamise sprawls out in front of you. Nakamise is lined with shops selling snacks, confectionery and traditional goods.

In front of the main hall, incense sticks are burning, and it is said that you can remain healthy if you bathe in the smoke.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Sensoji Temple
  • Street address: 2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0032
  • Access: JR Tokyo Station → [JR Yamanote Line / JR Keihin Tohoku Line] about 2 minutes → JR Kanda Station [walk] → Tokyo Metro Kanda Station → [Tokyo Metro] about 12 minutes → [Tokyo Metro] Asakusa Station ... about 5 minutes on foot
  • Wi-Fi: Available(Asakusa_Free_Wi-Fi)
  • Language: English, Chinese, Korean
  • Credit cards: VISA, Master Card, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, Diners Club International(depending on the shop)

Yasukuni Jinja

Yasukuni Jinja is located near the Imperial Palace. It was built in 1869 as a shrine dedicated to all those who died in the wars, and it retains the Japanese custom of worshipping it as a god of death.

The highlight is the Yūshūkan, located next to the main shrine. In the Yūshūkan, items related to the war, including some articles that belonged to those who died in the wars, are displayed. It is a spot where you can learn about the modern history of Japan and feel the tragicness of war again.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Yasukuni Jinja
  • Street address: 3-1-1, Kudankita, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8246
  • Access: 
    • JR Tokyo Station → [JR Chuo Line Rapid] about 5 minutes → JR Ochanomizu Station → [JR Chuo Line / Sobu Line local train] about 5 minutes → JR Iidabashi Station ... about 10 minutes on foot
    • Tokyo Metro Tokyo Station → [Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line] about 1 minute → Tokyo Metro Otemachi Station → [Tokyo Metro Tozai Line / Hanzomon Line] about 5 minutes → Tokyo Metro Kudanshita Station ... about 5 minutes on foot
  • Wi-Fi: Unavailable
  • Language: English
  • Ticket Purchase: At acceptance
  • Credit cards: No credit cards accepted

Meiji Jingu

Meiji Shrine is located in the area next to Harajuku. It was built in 1920, and the Emperor Meiji and his wife, the Empress Shoken, are enshrined there.

The huge inner garden, which surrounds the shrine, is so green that you wouldn’t think that it was located in the city centre, and is home to various plants and animals. Among them, the iris flowers that grow in clusters here are famous.

The Otorii gate at the junction of Minamisando and Kitasando is the largest wooden torii gate in Japan.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Meiji Jingu
  • Street address: 1-1 Yoyogi-Kamiencho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-8557
  • Access: JR Tokyo Station → [JR Yamanote Line] about 30 minutes → JR Harajuku Station ... about 1 minute on foot
  • Wi-Fi: Unavailable
  • Language: English
  • Ticket Purchase: At acceptance
  • Credit cards: No credit cards accepted

Tokyo Museums and Art Museums

Tokyo Museums and Art Museums

In Tokyo, the museums and art museums are indispensable. Here, we will introduce the spots that worth stopping by.

Spot NameCharacteristics
Tokyo National Museum
The oldest museum in Japan
Edo-Tokyo Museum
Tokyo's history and culture exhibition facility which is established in the 1600s
MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM
An interactive style museum based on light

Tokyo National Museum

Tokyo National Museum is the oldest museum in Japan which is located in Ueno. Numerous historical cultural properties of the country are stored, preserved and made open to the public.

In addition, it stores cultural properties from various Oriental countries. As well as the impressive permanent exhibitions, large special exhibitions are also held several times a year, and exhibits are brought in not only from Japan but from all over the world.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Tokyo National Museum
  • Street address: 13-9 Ueno Koen, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-8712
  • Access: JR Tokyo Station → [JR Ueno Tokyo Line] about 5 minutes → JR Ueno Station Park Exit ... about 10 minutes on foot
  • Wi-Fi: Available(TNM_Free_Wi-Fi)
  • Language: English, Chinese, Korean
  • Ticket Purchase:At acceptance, Online, In convenience stores
  • Credit cards:VISA, Master Card, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, Diners Club International, DISCOVER

Edo-Tokyo Museum

The Edo-Tokyo Museum focuses on the theme of Tokyo, a metropolis that aims to inherit the Edo-Tokyo culture. The museum exhibits and introduces around 400 years of the history and culture of Tokyo starting from around the year 1600.

Also, the appearance and structure of the building are distinctive. It resembles a stilt-style storehouse, and a section of the interior has an open space.

Ryogoku Kokugikan is right next to the Edo-Tokyo Museum.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Edo-Tokyo Museum
  • Street address: 1-4-1 Yokoami, Sumida-ku, Tokyo 130-0015
  • Access: JR Tokyo Station → [JR Yamanote Line / Keihin Tohoku Line] about 4 minutes → JR Akihabara Station → [JR Sobu Line] about 4 minutes → JR Ryogoku Station West Exit ... about 3 minutes on foot
  • Wi-Fi: Available(Free Wi-fi & Tokyo)
  • Language: English, Chinese, Korean, French, German, Italian, Spanish(5F・6F permanent exhibition room)
  • Ticket Purchase: At acceptance
  • Credit cards: VISA, Master Card, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, Diners Club International

MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM

MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM is an interactive museum in Odaiba. Artwork is displayed without boundaries, under the concept of "a museum without a map”.

Pieces of art with various motifs such as animals, flowers and the sea are displayed. You are sure to be overwhelmed by the world feeling coloured by colourful neon lights.

Spot information

  • Spot name: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM: EPSON teamLab Borderless
  • Street address: 2F, Odaiba Palette Town, 1-3-8 Aomi, Koto-ku, Tokyo 135-0064
  • Access: JR Tokyo Station → [JR Yamanote Line / Keihin Tohoku Line] About 2 minutes → JR Shimbashi Station → [Yurikamome Line] about 20 minutes → Yurikamome Aomi Station North Exit… About 3 minutes on foot
  • Wi-Fi: Unavailable
  • Language:English, Chinese (traditional and simplified), Korean
  • Ticket Purchase:At acceptance, Online, In convenience stores
  • Credit cards:VISA, Master Card, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, Diners Club International

Recommended Natural Spots or Scenic Sightseeing Spots in Tokyo

Recommended Natural Spots or Scenic Sightseeing Spots in Tokyo

Tokyo is often thought to be a modern city with many buildings, but in fact there are many sightseeing spots with wonderful natural scenery. Here, we will introduce some recommended places.

Spot NameCharacteristics
The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace
A garden in the grounds of the imperial palace
Yoyogi Park
The 5th largest metropolitan park out of all the parks in the 23 wards of Tokyo 
Shinjuku Gyoen 
An imperial park made of 3 parks combined
Mountain Takao
A mountain climbing spot that received 3 stars in the Michelin guide

The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace

Recommended Natural Spots or Scenic Sightseeing Spots in Tokyo

The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace is a garden that is open to the public within the grounds of the Imperial Palace, the residence of the Emperor. In the park, around 40 kinds of flowers can be enjoyed throughout the year, as well as the facilities that still remain as they were in the 1600s.

For example, the cherry blossoms and azaleas can be enjoyed in spring, hydrangeas and lilies in summer, fragrant olives in autumn, and camellias and plum blossoms in winter. There are also a wide variety of insects and birds.

Spot Information

  • Spot name: The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace
  • Street address: 1-1 Chiyoda, Chiyoda-ku. Tokyo 100-0001
  • Access: JR Tokyo station, Marunouchi line North Exit...about 15 minutes on foot.
  • Wi-Fi: Unavailable
  • Language: English, Chinese, Korean, French, Spanish

Tokyo Yoyogi Park

Recommended Natural Spots or Scenic Sightseeing Spots in Tokyo

Yoyogi Park is a large metropolitan park on the opposite side of downtown Harajuku. It is divided into a green forest park area, an area with an athletic stadium and an outdoor stage. If you wish to enjoy the natural scenery, we recommend taking a walk in the central square in the forest park area.

Particularly, in the bird sanctuary, it is possible to observe various kinds of Japanese wild birds, such as varied tit, kingfishers, and great tit.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Yoyogi Park
  • Street address: 2-1 Yoyogikamizonochō, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo. 151-0052
  • Access: JR Tokyo Station → [JR Yamanote Line] about 27 minutes → JR Harajuku Station ... about 3 minutes on foot
  • Wi-Fi: Available(Free Wi-fi & Tokyo)
  • Language: English, Chinese(簡体字),Chinese(繁体字), Korean
  • Language: English, Chinese (traditional and simplified), Korean
  • Credit cards: No credit cards accepted

Tokyo Shinjuku Gyoen

Recommended Natural Spots or Scenic Sightseeing Spots in Tokyo

Shinjuku Gyoen is a national park right outside the eastern area of Shinjuku. It was originally a samurai residence, and in 1906 it was rebuilt as an imperial park. Landscape gardens, formal gardens, and Japanese gardens are joined with other different kinds of gardens, so it is characterized by the different atmospheres in each area of the garden.

In addition, you can also enjoy looking at the invaluable buildings. A historic building that was built between the late 1800s to the 1900s still stands here.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Shinjuku Gyoen
  • Street address: 11 Naitomachi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo. 160-0014
  • Access: Tokyo Metro Tokyo Station → [Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line] about 15 minutes → Shinjuku Gyoen-mae Station Exit 1 ... about 5 minutes on foot
  • Wi-Fi: Unavailable
  • Language: English
  • Ticket Purchase: At acceptance
  • Credit cards: No credit cards accepted

Mountain Takao

Recommended Natural Spots or Scenic Sightseeing Spots in Tokyo

Mountain Takao is a quasi-national park located at the westernmost point of Tokyo. In 2007, it was chosen as a Michelin Green Guide 3-star spot due to its rich ecosystem.

It is located close to the city centre and has good access from Tokyo Station, taking about 1 hour and 10 minutes, and it has 6 courses of mountain trails and ropeways. For this reason, it is popular as a spot where visitors can easily go hiking on a day trip.

There are places such as waterfalls, suspension bridges and temples along the way, so sightseeing other than hiking is possible. There are also eating spots such as stalls.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Mountain Takao
  • Street address: (Takao Visitor Center) 2176 Takao-machi, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo 193-0844
  • Access: JR Tokyo Station → [JR Chuo Line Rapid] about 15 minutes → JR Shinjuku Station [Keio Line] about 47 minutes → Get off at Keio Line Takaosanguchi Station ... about 5 minutes on foot
  • Wi-Fi: Available(Free Wi-fi & Tokyo)
  • Language: English

Zoos and Aquariums

Zoos and Aquariums in Tokyo

Tokyo also has zoos, aquariums, and other spots where children and adults can have fun. Here, we will introduce some recommended spots.

Spot NameCharacteristics
Ueno Zoo
A invaluable zoo where pandas can be viewed
Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa
An aquarium that integrates sound, light and living creatures
Shinagawa Aquarium
Famous for a tank where 900 fish can be seen

Ueno Zoo

Ueno Zoo is an urban zoo located in Ueno. The park first opened in 1882 and currently has around 350 species and around 2,500 animals. (Information accurate as of November 2019)

The garden is divided into the East Area and West Area, and the East Area is where Japanese animals and popular animals such as the giant pandas and monkeys are exhibited.

Additionally, the West Area mainly has small animals, and there is a children's zoo where visitors can interact with rabbits and guinea pigs.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Ueno Zoo
  • Street address: 9-83 Uenokoen, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-8711
  • Access: JR Tokyo Station → [JR Ueno Tokyo Line] about 5 minutes → JR Ueno Station Park Exit ... about 5 minutes on foot
  • Wi-Fi: Available(Free Wi-fi & Tokyo)
  • Language: English, Chinese, Korean
  • Ticket Purchase: At acceptance
  • Credit cards: VISA, Master Card, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, Diners Club International, DISCOVER

Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa

Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa is an aquarium located inside the Shinagawa Prince Hotel in Minato City. The hall and aquarium are magically coloured using images and lighting.

Various animals are kept in the aquarium, but it’s worth checking out the "Dwarf Sawfish" which is the only Sawfish exhibition in the world. The Sawfish can be found in a 20m underwater tunnel on the 2nd floor.

In addition, the dolphin performance that uses light and water is a must-see.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa
  • Street address: Shinagawa Prince Hotel, 4-10-30 Takanawa, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-8611
  • Access: JR Tokyo Station → [JR Yamanote Line / Keihin Tohoku Line] about 13 minutes → JR Shinagawa Station Takanawa Exit ... about 2 minutes on foot
  • Wi-Fi: Available
  • Language: English, Chinese (traditional and simplified), Korean, Thai
  • Ticket Purchase: Online, At acceptance
  • Credit cards: VISA, Master Card, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS

Shinagawa Aquarium

Shinagawa Aquarium is located in the southernmost aquarium in Shinagawa City. The characteristic of this aquarium is that you can see creatures that live in the nearby sea, such as the river of Tokyo Bay and the tideland facing Shinagawa. The highlight is a tunnel tank of about 22 meters, where you can observe the sight of about 900 fish swimming from below.

In addition, rare fish such as Razorfish are also on display. Furthermore, it is possible to directly interact with fish in the aquarium.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Shinagawa Aquarium
  • Street address: 3-2-1 Katsushima, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 140-0012
  • Access: JR Tokyo station→ [JR Keihin Tohoku Line] about 20 minutes → JR Omori Station North Exit… about 15 minutes on foot
  • Wi-Fi: Available
  • Language: English, Chinese (traditional), Korean
  • Ticket Purchase: At acceptance
  • Credit cards: No credit cards accepted

Attractions and Amusement Spots in Tokyo

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Besides historical spots, Tokyo has many amusement spots. Here are some recommended spots.

Spot NameCharacteristics
Tokyo Dome City
A tourist facility with amusement parks, Museums and Hotels
Tokyo JoypolisLargest indoor theme park in Japan 
Tokyo Disney Land® & Tokyo DisneySea®
Entertainment theme park where the world of Disney sprawls out
Horseracing track or Pachinko parlour 
Japanese interactive amusement spots

Tokyo Dome City

Tokyo Dome City is a comprehensive tourist facility located relatively close to the Imperial Palace. There are a various facilities such as an amusement park, bowling alley, and baseball museum located around Tokyo Dome which is Japan's first stadium with a roof.

In addition, there is also a food court and hotel. Furthermore, there is a spa where you can heal your tired body, so you can spend your whole day at this spot. 

Spot information

  • Spot name: Tokyo Dome City
  • Street address:  1-3-61 Koraku, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 112-0004
  • Access: 
    • Tokyo Metro Tokyo Station → [Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line] about 10 minutes → Tokyo Metro Korakuen Station… About 5 minutes on foot 
    • JR Tokyo Station → [JR Chuo Line Rapid] about 5 minutes → JR Ochanomizu Station → [JR Sobu Line] About two minutes → Suidobashi Station west exit… About eight minutes on foot
  • Wi-Fi: Available(Free Wi-Fi Passport)
  • Language:English, Chinese (traditional and simplified, Korean
  • Ticket Purchase:At acceptance
  • Credit cards:VISA, Master Card, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, Diners Club International (Depending on the shop)

Tokyo Joypolis

Tokyo Joypolis is an indoor theme park in Odaiba. It is one of the largest indoor theme parks in Japan.

There are more than 20 attractions in the park, from screaming rollercoasters to prize games. Attractions that utilize digital technology are especially worth noting. A mysterious world can be experienced through reality and CG.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Tokyo Joypolis
  • Street address: DECKS Tokyo Beach ชั้น 3F ถึง 5F, 1-6-1 Daiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo 135-0091
  • Access: JR Tokyo Station → [JR Yamanote Line / Keihin-Tohoku Line] about 2 minutes → JR Shimbashi Station → [Yurikamome Line] about 13 minutes → Yurikamome Odaiba Kaihin Koen Station ... about 2 minutes on foot
  • Wi-Fi: Available(FreeWiFi_ODAIBA)
  • Language: English
  • Ticket Purchase: At acceptance
  • Credit cards: VISA, Master Card, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, Diners Club International

Tokyo Disney Land® & Tokyo DisneySea®

Tokyo Disney Land® and Tokyo DisneySea® are the most popular theme parks in Japan. Although Tokyo is in the name, it is actually located in Maihama, Chiba, next to Tokyo.

Both of the parks are built with a Disney world image theme, not just in the attractions and parades, but also in the details of the buildings. So, it is a park that can be enjoyed by both adults and children.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Tokyo Disney Land®
    • Access: JR Tokyo Station → [JR Keiyo Line / Musashino Line] about 20 minutes → JR Maihama Station ... about 6 minutes on foot
  • Spot name: Tokyo DisneySea®
    • Access: JR Tokyo Station → [JR Keiyo Line / Musashino Line] about 20 minutes → JR Maihama Station [Disneyland Resort Line] about 9 minutes... about 3 minutes on foot
  • Street address: (Information Centre) 1-1 Maihama, Urayasu-shi, Chiba 279-8511
  • Wi-Fi:Available
  • Language: English, Chinese (Traditional and Simplified), Korean, Thai, Indonesia
  • Ticket Purchase: Online, At acceptance
  • Credit cards: VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, Diners Club International, DISCOVER

Tokyo's Spots related to Anime

Tokyo's Spots related to Anime

Do you like Japanese anime? Tokyo has lots of anime-related spots other than Akihabara. Here are some typical spots.

Spot Name Characteristics
Pokémon Center TOKYO DX & Pokémon Cafe
Official Pokemon Shop & Cafe
TokyoONE PIECE Tower
World of ONE PIECE theme park
Tokyo Big Sight
Comic Market venue

Pokémon Center Tokyo DX & Pokemon Cafe

Pokémon Center Tokyo DX & Pokemon Cafe is an official Pokemon Shop & Cafe located near Tokyo Station.

The shop sells trading cards and goods as well as game software. Some of the goods are limited to these shops, so check them out. Also, beginners can participate in Pokemon card game events that are held occasionally.

In addition, there is a Pokemon cafe which requires a reservation to enter that has Pokemon motif food and drinks. You are sure to be charmed, not only by the taste, but also the cute appearance.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Pokémon Center Tokyo DX & Pokemon Cafe
  • Street address: 5F, Nihonbashi Takashimaya SC East Building, 2-11-2 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0027
  • Access: JR Tokyo station Yaesu North Exit...5 minutes on foot
  • Wi-fi: Available (Nihonbashi Takashimaya S.C free wifi)
  • Languag: English, Chinese, Korean
  • Credit cards: VISA, Master Card, JCB

Tokyo ONE PIECE Tower

Tokyo ONE PIECE Tower is an official ONE PIECE amusement park and goods shop located inside Tokyo Tower.

There are lots of attractions inspired by characters, and images are projected on a huge omnidirectional screen at the entrance which allows you to immerse yourself in the world of ONE PIECE.

Fans must also see the cruise history corner, where invaluable materials such as original animations and storyboards are exhibited.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Tokyo ONE PIECE Tower
  • Street address: Tokyo Tower Foot Town, 4-2-8 Shibakoen, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0011
  • Access: JR Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Exit → [Tokyu Bus] about 20 minutes → Tokyo Tower Bus Stop ... about 1 minute on foot
  • Wi-Fi: Available(TOKYO_ONE_PIECE_TOWER)
  • Language: English, Chinese (traditional/ simplified/), Korean
  • Ticket Purchase: Online, At acceptance
  • Credit cards: VISA, Master Card, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, Diners Club International

Tokyo Big Sight - Comiket Venue - 

Tokyo Big Sight is a convention center located in the area next to Odaiba. It is famous for holding Comic Market twice a year. Incidentally, the Comic Market refers to the event that mainly displays and sells manga.

In addition, there are 10 restaurants and cafes including ones that serve Japanese and Western dishes in the hall. If you have a chance, please stop by comic market.

Spot information

  • Spot name: Tokyo Big Sight
  • Street address: 3-11-1 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo 135-0063
  • Access: 
    • JR Tokyo Station → [JR Yamanote Line] about 15 minutes → JR Osaki Station → [Rinkai Line] about 14 minutes → Rinkai Line International Exhibition Center Station ... About 7 minutes on foot
    • JR Tokyo Station → [JR Yamanote Line / Keihin Tohoku Line] About 5 minutes → JR Shimbashi Station → [Yurikamome Line] about 22 minutes → Yurikamome Tokyo Big Sight Station… Approximately a 3-minute walk
    • JR Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Exit Bus Stop → [Toei Bus] About 40 minutes → Tokyo Big Sight Stop
  • Wi-Fi: Available(Tokyo-BigSight_Wi-Fi)
  • Language: English, Chinese (simplified), Korean
  • Credit cards:Available

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