Okubo Travel Guide
Tokyo
Popular places to visit
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.
Tokyo Dome
Catch an event at Tokyo Dome during your trip to Tokyo. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Tokyo Skytree
Marvel at the views from the top of the tallest self-supporting tower in the world then enjoy the shops, restaurants, aquarium and planetarium at its base.
Tokyo Tower
Appearing as if a Paris landmark has been teleported to Tokyo, this Eiffel-inspired structure offers great daytime or evening 360-degree views of the city.
Shibuya Crossing
Guaranteed to overload the senses, this intersection teeming with people is considered to be a symbol of modern Tokyo.
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 Okubo
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport - Directly connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3
Very clean
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Godzilla is their attraction. Near to lots of resto and the famous Don Quixote..Its funny but we always get lost going back to our hotel and the people does not seem to know our hotel.Its a big city- too crowded.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
AC control not in room so cannot set temperature. Staff struggling to understand non Japanese speakers and time poor with many people with questions. Room not clean and facilities poor. Smell of cigarettes permeated the room on a non smoking floor. Our party cancelled and left accommodation.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
Main tower where we stayed is older but immaculate. Rooms could use some modernizing. Bed was not super comfortable but useable. Was in a great location, across street from metro, and had a thousand amenities from restaurants, 7-11, and a bowling alley on site. Self service coin laundry was enormous ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
Great staff, clean, and housekeeping did a great job cleaning room everyday.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower
Everything was excellent, can't really complain. Elevators were quite busy I suppose, but it was also Sakura season, busiest time of the year. I really enjoyed the location, in fact it was tucked just east of the major congestion areas, right next door to a massive arena (got to see Japan wrestling), ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Okubo
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.
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.
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.
Shibuya
Shibuya is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Shibuya Crossing and Yoyogi National Gymnasium. See more of Tokyo by jumping on the metro at Shibuya Station or Meiji-jingumae 'Harajuku' Station.
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.
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.
