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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Japan Football Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Japan Football Museum in Tokyo. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries 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 shops and temples in this vibrant area.
Tokyo Arts and Space
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Tokyo Arts and Space in Tokyo. Visit the temples and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Yayoi Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Yayoi Museum in Tokyo. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and temples in this culturally rich 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.
Things to do
Mt Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Tour Return by Bullet Train
Japan: One-Day Izu Tour: Atami, Jogasaki Coast & Mt. Omuro from Tokyo
Izu Coast, Mt. Omuro & Sea View Train Small Group Tour from Tokyo
Full-Day Sightseeing Bus Tour in Tokyo with Cruise
Japan: Ibaraki Flower Sea Food One-day Tour
Traditional Japanese Dance Show - The Art of Nihon Buyō Ticket
Top hotels in Hongo
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
Room was clean. Good enough size for family of 4. Plenty of shopping and eateries mearby
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
It was great! Room was clean and staff was nice. The self service luggage storage was super helpful, especially with a airport bus stop right outside the property. About a 10-15 minute walk to Shinjuku station, so the location is really good too. Would definitely recommend and stay here again :)
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Just a lovely place to stay. Restaurant was excellent and not as expensive as feared. Very easy to access public transport
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
A very good hotel for a short stay, perhaps not so great for more than two or three days. The hotel is located right in the red light district of Shinjuku. Rooms are clean and reasonably spacious for Tokyo. Staff were very helpful in organizing dinner reservations and sending on suitcases to the ...
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower
Staff was professional and I love how Lawson was just at level 2 of the hotel. Extremely convenient. Washer are available and there’s even a ice machine available Train station was nearby and there are plenty of food options.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
Jump on the train across the street for regular train access and bullet train options. Super easy and convenient. The hotel even has a food/drink option open until 5am even when the rest of the city has shut down! Very much recommended stay for the price
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
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. 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.
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.
