Hongo Travel Guide
Tokyo
Popular places to visit
University of Tokyo
Explore the campus of University of Tokyo as part of your travels around Tokyo. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Japan Football Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Japan Football Museum in Tokyo. Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Museum of Health and Medicine
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Museum of Health and Medicine during your travels in Tokyo. Visit the notable monuments and temples in this vibrant area.
Hosho Nohgakudo Theater
You can enjoy a show at Hosho Nohgakudo Theater during your stay in Tokyo. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Hongo Kyusuijo Park
After visiting Hongo Kyusuijo Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tokyo. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Space Museum TeNQ
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Space Museum TeNQ during your travels in Tokyo. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Full-Day Sightseeing Bus Tour in Tokyo with Cruise
Japan: One-Day Izu Tour: Atami, Jogasaki Coast & Mt. Omuro from Tokyo
Mt Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Tour Return by Bullet Train
Japan: Ibaraki Flower Sea Food One-day Tour
Tokyo Learn from Expert for a Real Matcha Experience
Tokyo: Shinjuku Food Tour (13 Dishes at 4 Local Eateries)
Top hotels in Hongo
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport - Directly connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3
Lovely hotel at the airport, very clean and efficient. Would definitely recommend
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Great location, lovely hotel
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
The rooms are small, as described in the measurements online so it's quite tight for a family of 4 (w 2 small kids) but did the job for us. Check in was quick and easy for us, process is very smooth. Staff are prompt in responding to inquiries (front desk & room service). They come by quite quickly ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
Worst hotel I’ve ever stayed in. We paid ¥60,000 per night and the moment we walked into the room, we considered leaving and booking somewhere else. Tiny room, wrong configuration, and the hotel was so overcrowded we couldn’t even get breakfast. To top it off, we saw the same room available that ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
Wonderful and helpful staff! Very comfortable stay.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower
Great service.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hongo
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.
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.
Chiyoda
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.
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.
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 Imperial Garden Theatre.
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.
