Neighborhoods

This pleasant green space is located between the lively urban centers of Shibuya and Shinjuku and constitutes one of the largest parks in Tokyo. It became a park in 1967 after serving as an Olympic village for athletes during the 1964 Summer Olympics in Tokyo. The large open green area in the middle is just …

Shinjuku Gyoen is one of Tokyo’s largest and most popular parks. Just a short walk from Shinjuku station, the park’s vast lawns, cobbled paths and serene landscape provide a relaxing escape from the bustling urban center that surrounds it. In spring, Shinjuku Gyoen becomes one of the best places in the city to see the …

Akihabara, or simply Akiba, is the electronic district of Tokyo. The area is home to many electronics stores, some of which have multiple floors, and is the ideal place for those looking for the latest in the world of technology. The district has also become a hub for game, anime and manga lovers, as it …