Arakawa Travel Guide
Tokyo
Popular places to visit
Shinto Shrine
Find out about the history of Tokyo when you spend time at Shinto Shrine. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Arakawa Yuen
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Arakawa Yuen during your trip to Tokyo. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Nippori Textile Town
During your visit to Tokyo, you can do some window-shopping at Nippori Textile Town. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Joyful Minowa Shopping Street
During your trip to Tokyo, you can do some window-shopping 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 visit to Kozukappara Execution Grounds. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this vibrant area.
Entsuji Temple
After visiting Entsuji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tokyo. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Mt Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Tour Return by Bullet Train
Full-Day Sightseeing Bus Tour in Tokyo with Cruise
Full-Day Mt. Fuji Bus Tour: Lake Cruise and Noodles Making Experience
Japan: One-Day Izu Tour: Atami, Jogasaki Coast & Mt. Omuro from Tokyo
Tokyo Evening Food Adventure: Hidden Eateries & Local Flavours
Tokyo: TeamLab Planets Admission & 24-Hour Subway Ticket
Top hotels in Arakawa
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport - Directly connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3
"This is a nice hotel to stay at when you need to catch a flight. Easy walk, on the same floor, from the arrival area to the hotel. Although the lobby is big, congested and a bit confusing, it becomes quiet and pleasant once in the room. Room is clean and the bed is comfortable. There are many dining ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
"Tv is old can’t connect to Netflix so no channels the attraction to see Godzilla has been closed for 2 years"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
"Excellent service. The buffet had a wonderful selection of food and drinks."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower
"Onsite Onsen, Convenience Store, and subway is 3 minutes walk."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
"Nice Location"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
"Amazing hotel, great service at a great price, located near major stations to get everywhere in Tokyo quickly. Amenities were restocked daily. Only issue was the washer/dryers. Not enough of them plus they do not dry your clothes if you have a large load of clothes. Otherwise, amazing, would stay ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Arakawa
Taito
Travellers love Taito for its popular shops, and you can see more of Tokyo by jumping on the metro at Iriya Station or Tawaramachi Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Sensoji Temple and Hanayashiki Amusement Park.
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
Travellers 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
Travellers choose Marunouchi for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Nijubashimae (Marunouchi) Station or Otemachi Station and check out top sights like Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum.
