Higashiyama Travel Guide
Tokyo
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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
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Japan Tokyo Tower Observatory Deck E-Ticket
Top hotels in Higashiyama
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport - Directly connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3
Great option for lay over.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Very good location
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Nice neighborhood, close to the major Shinjuku station. The city hall observatory just two blocks away. You can get a nice view of the city from the observatory. Lots of good restaurants inside the property.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
A lovely hotel in a quiet area, yet only about 20 minutes by train or metro to reach the main sights. As a walker, I found it took around 45 minutes to an hour to get to Ginza. The room was very clean and comfortable, with a well‑kept bathroom that made the stay even more pleasant. The staff were ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
Rooms comfortable, but very dated, and generally quite shabby. Hotel is split across numerous different annexed levels. Had to skip the breakfast service due to huge queue/ inadequate provision for number of guests. This hotel needs renovation.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower
It was very clean. Loved the Lawsons that was in the hotel super convenient! There was 2 restaurants in the hotel. We got clean towels daily they would hang them outside the room doors. If I remember correctly they cleaned the rooms every 3 days.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Higashiyama
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.
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.
Roppongi
Travellers choose Roppongi for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Roppongi Station or Roppongi-itchome Station and check out top sights like National Art Center, Tokyo.
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.
Minato
Tokyo Tower and Tokyo Bay are top sights in Minato, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Sengakuji Station or Shirokane-takanawa Station to see more sights in the area.
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.
