Popular places to visit
Shinto Shrine
Find out about the history of Tokyo when you take a trip to Shinto Shrine. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Arakawa Yuen
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Arakawa Yuen during your trip to Tokyo. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Nippori Textile Town
During your visit to Tokyo, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Nippori Textile Town. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Joyful Minowa Shopping Street
During your trip to Tokyo, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Joyful Minowa Shopping Street. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Kozukappara Execution Grounds
You can learn about the history of Tokyo with a trip to Kozukappara Execution Grounds. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this culturally rich area.
LaLa Terrace
During your trip to Tokyo, you can do some window-shopping at LaLa Terrace. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Mt Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Tour Return by Bullet Train
Tokyo Skytree Admission Ticket with Tembo Deck and Galleria
Japan Tokyo Tower Observatory Deck E-Ticket
From Tokyo: Mt. Fuji & Hakone Tour w/ Return by Bullet Train
Tokyo: Imperial Palace, Sensō-ji Temple, & Tokyo Tower Tour
Tokyo: Open Top Sightseeing Bus with Audio Guide
Top hotels in Arakawa
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
Clean room, good fitness center, excellent restaurant with many food options!
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Clean room, amenities were great and the breakfast in the morning at 25 floor was really good
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Staff very helpful, friendly and accommodating. Rooms were large for my family of 4 with 3 over 6’. Buffet was amazing great variety. Quiet location but right across street was transit station and a few restaurants and a grocery store nearby.
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Excellent experience
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
Check in and check out are quick. Baggage hold was convenient. Coin laundry worked. Good location and close by a 711. However, the temperature in the room is constantly hot and the ac does not work and the windows do not open.
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
Great hotel, spacious room, comfortable bed and pillows (trust me this is a rare find) I’ll be back to this hotel in a heart beat next visit in Tokyo
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Arakawa
Taito
Enjoy the popular shops in Taito. Sensoji Temple is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Iriya Station or Tawaramachi Station to see more of Tokyo.
Asakusa
Asakusa is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sensoji Temple or Asakusa Shrine.
Ueno
Travelers choose Ueno for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Ueno-okachimachi Station or Ueno-hirokoji Station and check out top sights like Ameyoko Shopping District.
Akihabara
While you're in Akihabara, take in top sights like Akihabara Electric Town and jump on the metro at Suehirocho Station to see more of the city.
Chiyoda
Enjoy the popular shops in Chiyoda. Tokyo Imperial Palace is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Kudanshita Station or Takebashi Station to see more of Tokyo.
Marunouchi
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Marunouchi. Spend some time visiting top spots like Imperial Garden Theatre, and catch the metro at Nijubashimae (Marunouchi) Station or Otemachi Station to see more of the area.
