Arakawa Travel Guide
Tokyo
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Popular places to visit
Shinto Shrine
Find out about the history of Tokyo when you spend time at Shinto Shrine. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Arakawa Yuen
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Arakawa Yuen during your trip to Tokyo. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Nippori Textile Town
During your visit to Tokyo, you can do some window-shopping at Nippori Textile Town. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Joyful Minowa Shopping Street
During your trip to Tokyo, you can do some window-shopping at Joyful Minowa Shopping Street. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Kozukappara Execution Grounds
You can learn about the history of Tokyo with a visit to Kozukappara Execution Grounds. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this vibrant area.
Entsuji Temple
After visiting Entsuji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tokyo. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Japan: Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter
Tokyo Evening Food Adventure: Hidden Eateries & Local Flavours
Tokyo Learn from Expert for a Real Matcha Experience
Mt. Fuji 5th Station Climb, Oshino Hakkai Walk & Hot Spring Day Tour
Top hotels in Arakawa
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport - Directly connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3
"The rooms are very clean. All the staff are very helpful and nice. The location is very convenient especially when arriving at Haneda late night. We also stay here one or two nights before we leave Japan for the convenience, especially on the day of departure. It is very convenient to leave the luggage ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
"The hotel is located in a very lively part of town, lots of food, shopping, close to the public transit. The hotel is clean and modern, no concerns with noise outside once windows are closed. There were lots of tourists from Europe and Americas, so it was nice to ease in to our travel in Japan after ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Ours Inn Hankyu
"Clean and perfect for a short 1 night stay"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
"The hotel is in a convenient area of Shinjuku with plenty of restaurants and shops nearby. The staff was friendly, and the room was clean. However, the room was quite small, making it difficult to fully open large luggage. The room also felt a bit dated, and the portable AC unit wasn't powerful enough ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
"Staff was helpful"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
"Ok laundry facilities, excellent staff, bathroom was not clean."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Arakawa
Shinjuku
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Shinjuku. Check out top attractions like Samurai Museum and Shinjuku Isetan, and jump on the metro at Shinjuku-sanchome Station or Shinjuku-nishiguchi Station to see more of the city.
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.
Ginza
Enjoy the popular shops in Ginza. Ginza Six is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Ginza Station or Higashi-ginza Station to see more of Tokyo.
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.
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.
