Marunouchi Travel Guide

Tokyo

Marunouchi which includes a city, a high-rise building and a fountain
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Marunouchi which includes a city, interior views and modern architecture
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Marunouchi featuring interior views and modern architecture as well as a large group of people

Once home to feudal lords, this area now hosts Japan’s royal family, headquarters of multinational companies and, by night, some of the city’s liveliest nightlife.

One of Japan’s first modern business districts, Marunouchi is the site of historic Tokyo Station and the residence of Japan’s current royal family. Spend the day shopping in this district’s trendy entertainment complexes. As evening falls, join the post-work crowd for happy hour as Marunouchi transforms into one of Tokyo’s liveliest nightlife areas.

Admire the architecture of Tokyo Station’s red-brick and stone façade which dates back to the Meiji period. A 5-year renovation project was completed in 2012 to restore this building to its pre-war grandeur. During its history, the station has been the site of attacks on two different Japanese prime ministers. One of Tokyo’s busiest commuter hubs, Tokyo Station houses numerous restaurants, a hotel and a small art gallery.

Many of Marunouchi’s skyscrapers feature a combination of business offices and entertainment areas. Dine in one of the restaurants at the top of the Marunouchi Building and enjoy panoramic views over the city with your meal. Take in more cityscapes from the rooftop garden of Kitte shopping and dining complex.

Browse the extensive foreign language section inside Maruzen Bookstore, which is located in the Marunouchi Oazo Building or discover the collection of 19th-century Western art in the Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum. Reopened in 2010 as a museum, this institution was originally constructed in 1894, the first Western-style office building in the Marunouchi district.

Stroll through the Imperial Palace East Gardens, one of the few areas of Tokyo Imperial Palace that is open to the public. On the former site of Edo Castle in the 15th century, the current Imperial Palace is located in a large green area bordered by moats and stone walls. Now displaying picturesque Japanese and Western-style gardens, the East Gardens were once part of the old castle’s defence system. Very little of this inner defence circle remains today, although you can still see parts of the entrance, walls, gates and a few guardhouses.

Find Marunouchi on the west side of Tokyo Station, accessible via numerous high-speed Shinkansen, train and subway lines.



Top hotels in Marunouchi

Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport

Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport

4 out of 5
2-7-1 Hanedakuko, Oota, Tokyo, Tokyo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.266.954 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
Rp2.266.954
Rp2.526.657 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,823 reviews)
"A clean and comfortable hotel with the perk of being attached to the Haneda airport Terminal 3. I'm glad I had it becase there were a few delays with the airline and I ended up landing later than expected"

Reviewed on 20 Oct 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
The price is Rp3.370.211 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
Rp3.370.211
Rp4.077.955 total
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,070 reviews)
"Very clean and great area for fun"

Reviewed on 20 Oct 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 Rp2.101.810 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
Rp2.101.810
Rp2.543.190 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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! (3,328 reviews)
"Yes"

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel

Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel

4 out of 5
2-8-16 Shiomi, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is Rp4.341.115 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
Rp4.341.115
Rp5.396.006 total
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (3,910 reviews)
"Quality and convenience of the room and hotel food overly priced a lot cheaper down the road 4 stops to Tokyo station very convenient"

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
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 Rp1.104.954 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
Rp1.104.954
Rp1.336.994 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,690 reviews)
"Clean room, safe, close to subway station"

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower
Asakusa View Hotel

Asakusa View Hotel

4 out of 5
3-17-1 Nishiasakusa, Taito, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is Rp2.722.298 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
Rp2.722.298
Rp3.293.877 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,023 reviews)
"Clean room and generously sized room. Excellent staff. Close to train station, dining, and entertainment options"

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Asakusa View Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around 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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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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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 Tsukiji Outer Market, and jump on the metro at Tsukiji Station or Shintomicho Station to see more of the city.

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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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Akasaka

4.5/5(60 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Tokyo Midtown and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Akasaka. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Nogizaka Station or Akasaka Station.

Akasaka


Marunouchi Travel Guide