Nishiikebukuro Travel Guide
Tokyo
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Popular places to visit
Rikkyo University
Founded by an American missionary, this historic university has traditional Western architecture and charming gardens that make a nice surprise in central Tokyo.
Ikebukuro Life Safety Learning Center
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Ikebukuro Life Safety Learning Center during your trip to Tokyo. Visit the shops and temples in this vibrant area.
Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre
One of the world’s largest pipe organs and a range of auditoriums make this theater complex’s interior as impressive as its futuristic frontage.
Tokyo Metropolitan Art Space
You can get tickets for a performance at Tokyo Metropolitan Art Space on your trip to Tokyo. Visit the temples and shops in this vibrant area.
Tokyo Disneyland®
Ride roller coasters and watch theatrical shows as you witness the magic of Disney come to life at this family-friendly amusement park and resort.
Tokyo DisneySea®
Discover the secrets of the oceans in this magical theme park, where Disney’s sea-dwelling characters will take you on a journey to the world below the waves.
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
Full-Day Mt. Fuji Bus Tour: Lake Cruise and Noodles Making Experience
Japan: Ibaraki Flower Sea Food One-day Tour
Full-Day Sightseeing Bus Tour in Tokyo with Cruise
Top hotels in Nishiikebukuro
Hotel Metropolitan Tokyo Ikebukuro
Staff are very friendly and accommodating. Great location and rooms are very clean everyday
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport - Directly connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3
Just the right amount of convenience we were seeking after a long flight.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Stanford decently friendly, though clearly overwhelmed by the crowds. Make sure you leave time for check in, because the entire lobby fills. The rooms were a bit worn and dated. The TVs were old and had only a few channel options and no streaming apps. Bathrooms were decent, though the toilet paper ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
The dinning options saved the experience, but the bathrooms were a dirty deathtrap for my elderly mom.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
Being right across the street from Shinagawa Station is the best part about this hotel’s location. Hotel staff were professional but were not the kind to give you the warm fuzzies. Hotel and rooms themselves were somewhat outdated, but clean. Would stay here again in a pinch, but not necessarily ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
Beautiful hotel, goods sized rooms, awesome location and unparalleled service!
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nishiikebukuro
Ikebukuro
You might appreciate the shopping and restaurants in Ikebukuro, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre and Ikebukuro Life Safety Learning Center are just a few notable stops.
Shinjuku
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Shinjuku. Check out top attractions like Shinjuku Subnade and Samurai Museum, and jump on the metro at Shinjuku-sanchome Station or Shinjuku-nishiguchi Station to see more of the city.
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.
Harajuku
Harajuku is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Meiji-jingumae 'Harajuku' Station or Omote-sando Station to explore sights like Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku.
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.
Akasaka
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.
