Kyobashi Travel Guide

Tokyo

Kyobashi
Kyobashi
Kyobashi
Kyobashi
Kyobashi

Head out on a self-guided tour of this bustling business district to experience the reality of life in the Japanese capital.

Kyōbashi is a compact business district in Tokyo. This is not a particularly tourist-oriented area, which means it is a great place to simply go for a walk and enjoy some people-watching as the locals go about their business. Bring your camera with you to capture photos of the busy streets during the day or the bright lights after dark.

The district is named after the bridge that once ran through the neighbourhood, connecting the area with Ginza. Visit today, however, and you won’t find a bridge here. The neighbourhood suffered great damage during World War II, with the bridge destroyed and the river filled with ash. When the city was rebuilt afterward, the bridge and the river no longer existed.

Even earlier, in the 18th century, Kyōbashi was a cultural hotspot. This was the city’s theatre district for many years. Today the area has more businesspeople than actors, but you will still find theatres, museums and small art galleries dotted around the streets.

Start your exploration of Kyōbashi at the Tokyo Chuo City Tourist Information Centre. This is a great place to pick up information about the neighbourhood’s highlights. One of the most interesting attractions is the National Film Archive of Japan, just a 5-minute walk away. View an exhibition here or attend one of the regular screenings.

Another popular sight nearby is Tokyo Character Street, which lies slightly northwest of the neighbourhood. This colourful basement mall features dozens of stores packed with items based on anime and cartoon characters.

Discover the small, independent galleries and other arts establishments as you wander. For a higher density of places to shop, walk just a few minutes to reach the famous Ginza shopping district. The buzzing Tsukiji Fish Market is also within easy walking distance of Kyōbashi’s streets.

Reach Kyōbashi by taking the subway to the Kyōbashi station. Several other stations, including Yurakucho, Ginza-itchōme and Hatchobori, are also nearby.


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Top hotels in Kyobashi

GRAND MONday GINZA

GRAND MONday GINZA

4 out of 5
3-10-5 Hatchobori, Chuo Ward, Tokyo, Tokyo
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Tokyo Imperial Palace and Tokyo ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (86 reviews)
"This property was wonderful! It was new, clean and convenient. It's a 5-10 minute walk to several Metro stations and there are a couple of convenience stores nearby. The hotel itself is perfect and you won't regret staying here. We had a family of 5 and had enough room for us all."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

GRAND MONday GINZA
lyf Ginza Tokyo

lyf Ginza Tokyo

3 out of 5
2-5-4 Kyobashi, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is Rp1.499.373 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
Rp1.499.373
Rp1.814.241 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (460 reviews)
"Great!"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

lyf Ginza Tokyo
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport

Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport

4 out of 5
2-7-1 Hanedakuko, Oota, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is Rp1.468.517 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
Rp1.468.517
Rp1.648.322 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,894 reviews)
"The hotel was a great value for 3 in a room. So convenient with the walkway connection to Haneda Terminal 3 and the transit into Tokyo. Nice shops/amenities nearby. Even though it was a large airport hotel, it was super quiet with excellent service."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

4 out of 5
1-19-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,733 reviews)
"This hotel was a gem deep in the heart of Japan’s red light district. The hotel was so nice and clean. The Godzilla theming was so fun. The rooms were a nice size and very comfortable. It is in the red light district in Tokyo. It actually felt safe and we never had a problem. But we got some looks ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main

4 out of 5
3-2-9 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is Rp1.095.889 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
Rp1.095.889
Rp1.326.026 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 15 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,036 reviews)
"Walking distance to Shinjuku train and bus station making going places easy. Direct route from hotel to airport via bus right outside the hotel lobby . Easy check in and Check out."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Hotel Niwa Tokyo

Hotel Niwa Tokyo

4 out of 5
1-1-16 Kandamisaki-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is Rp2.121.420 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp2.121.420
Rp2.566.838 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,079 reviews)
"This is a beautiful hotel with a serene Japanese atmosphere."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Hotel Niwa Tokyo
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Other neighbourhoods around Kyobashi

Marunouchi which includes a city, a high-rise building and a fountain

Marunouchi

4/5(9 area reviews)

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 Imperial Garden Theatre.

Marunouchi
Ginza featuring a city, skyline and street scenes

Ginza

4.5/5(84 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Ginza. Ginza Six is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Ginza Station or Higashi-ginza Station to see more of Tokyo.

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Chuo

4.5/5(140 area reviews)

Known for its popular shops and top seafood restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Chuo. Check out top attractions like Tokyo Bay and Roman Catholic Church of St. Joseph, and jump on the metro at Tsukiji Station or Shintomicho Station to see more of the city.

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Shinbashi

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Restaurants and shopping are highlights of Shinbashi. Make a stop by SL Square or Karasumori Shrine while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Uchisaiwaicho Station to get around town.

Shinbashi
Akihabara Electric Town showing signage, street scenes and a city

Chiyoda

4.5/5(178 area reviews)

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.

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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

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