Toshima

Tokyo
Toshima
Old and new combine in this lively focal point in the heart of Tokyo, where traditional museums and temples stand beside a cat café and themed arcade world.

With glorious viewing decks and thrilling entertainment venues, Toshima is one of the main hubs of Tokyo. The neighborhood has a futuristic sheen, reveling in the otaku culture made up of anime cartoons and augmented reality screens. You can see a slice of this at Sunshine City Shopping Mall, an extraordinary complex with various themed worlds and futuristic venues.

Fight zombies on the arcade games and wander through a haunted realm in Namco Namjatown. Notice the anime mascots plastered across the arcade games and walls. Nearby is the Nekobukuro site, where real-life cats are pampered by feline-loving visitors. Stroke some of the 40 cats lazing about between the model trains and glass cases of toys.

Ascend to the top floors of the Sunshine City compound to marvel at the flying penguins of the Sunshine Aquarium. Walk beneath a glass tank and study jellyfish in this partially open-air aquarium, which has a viewing deck and tropical garden.

For some of the best views in the district, climb to the observation tower of the SKY CIRCUS Sunshine 60 Observatory. Participate in virtual reality experiences and check out the futuristic touches, while you tower over central Tokyo.

In addition to high-tech gadgets and anime culture, Toshima also celebrates old-world traditions. See the large statue guarding the Shinshoji Temple and inspect stamps from bygone eras in Japan and across the globe in the Philatelic Museum. Learn about Ancient Egypt and the history of western Asia in the Ancient Orient Museum.

Look to the future with a stroll through the leafy campus of Rikkyo University. Its redbrick buildings have a Western design and the dining hall stands out for its elaborate ceiling.

The region of Toshima is just north of the city center of Tokyo. To reach it, take the train to the Ikebukuro railway station. You can also travel around the neighborhood by tram.

Toshima is at once a high-tech haven celebrating otaku culture and a nod to traditional Japan.


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Top hotels in Toshima

APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower
3 out of 5
1-11-10 Yokoami, Sumida, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is P3,348 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
P3,348
per night
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,684 reviews)
"LOVED everything about this hotel. Checkin was super easy and the staff were super friendly and helpful. The breakfast was amazing. The room was nice, clean with a nice view. My husband used the ONSEN and liked it a lot. So many good restaurants around and walking distance to the train station, We ..."

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2024

APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower
Hotel Metropolitan Tokyo Ikebukuro
Hotel Metropolitan Tokyo Ikebukuro
4 out of 5
1-6-1 Nishi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is P6,463 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
P6,463
per night
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy 6 restaurants, breakfast, and internet. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,029 reviews)
"I very much enjoyed my stay here, helpfulness of staff and the ability of staff to speak english. They were great on arranging taxies and help with the foreign exchange ATM. Beware this area of the city restaurants close by 8:30 PM. So if you take a long tour that gets you back in the evening you ..."

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2024

Hotel Metropolitan Tokyo Ikebukuro
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
4 out of 5
1-19-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is P9,578 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
P9,578
per night
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,283 reviews)
a little small but nice.
"nice location (LOTS of activity around the hotel) the rooms are pretty small, or at least the one we had was. best to pick a different place (or get a larger room) if you have lots of luggage. otherwise you have to get pretty creative where you put it."

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2024

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Hotel Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku
Hotel Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku
3 out of 5
2-3-1 Yoyogi, Shibuya, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is P10,454 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
P10,454
per night
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,119 reviews)
"I have been staying at this property for over 10 years when I come to Japan. It’s my favorite property because the property is conveniently located amongst great transportation and shopping. I had a quite disturbing experience when I was lining up at the front desk to ask about their takkyubin services. ..."

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2024

Hotel Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku
Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo
Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo
3.5 out of 5
1-2-2 Kinshi, Sumida-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is P6,325 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
P6,325
per night
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,506 reviews)
Totally recommend
"Very happy with our stay. We arrived early and they stored our bags while we were out exploring. When we came back, our bags were waiting for us in our room. Location was great- close to train station and many shopping and dining options. When figuring out how to get to the airport for our flight ..."

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2024

Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
4 out of 5
2-8-16 Shiomi, Tokyo, Tokyo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P11,373 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
P11,373
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (910 reviews)
"The property was located close to the train for easy travel, very clean and enjoyable stay"

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2024

Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Toshima

Ikebukuro

Ikebukuro

You might appreciate the shopping and restaurants in Ikebukuro, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre and The Sunshine 60 Observatory are just a few notable stops.

Ikebukuro
Shinjuku which includes a city

Kabukicho

Kabukicho is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Samurai Museum and Ninja Trick House In Tokyo.

Kabukicho
Shinjuku featuring a city, street scenes and night scenes

Shinjuku

4.5/5(46 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Shinjuku. Check out top attractions like Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden and Shinjuku Subnade, and jump on the metro at Shinjuku-sanchome Station or Shinjuku-nishiguchi Station to see more of the city.

Shinjuku
Chiyoda featuring kayaking or canoeing, a river or creek and wildflowers

Chiyoda

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Chiyoda. Nippon Budokan is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Kudanshita Station or Takebashi Station to see more of Tokyo.

Chiyoda
Ueno

Ueno

5/5(3 area reviews)

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 Ueno Park.

Ueno
Akihabara

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.

Akihabara

Toshima