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.
Shibuya Crossing
Guaranteed to overload the senses, this intersection teeming with people is considered to be a symbol of modern Tokyo.
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.
Things to do
Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket
Mount Fuji, Kamakura, Big Buddha, & Lake Ashi Day Trip
From Tokyo: Mt. Fuji & Hakone Tour w/ Return by Bullet Train
Tokyo Evening Food Adventure: Hidden Eateries & Local Flavours
Top hotels in Higashiyama
Shinjuku Granbell Hotel
"Great location we enjoyed our stay. Lost of families staying"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
"Very nice property. Helpful staff. Spotless and clean but rooms are much smaller than the other hotels I stayed in. No work space/desk."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
"We did not expect this to be a large room but it's quite small compared to other hotels we stayed in this area previously. The bathroom area is very small but functionally good. Hotel provided daily free-of-charge 1 bottled water for each registered occupant, which was convenient for guests. Location ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
"Great hotel with spacious well thought out rooms. The rooms were clean and the onsen was nice and well maintained. Excellent value for money. The only issue I would say is that the area is a little far out which is nice because it is quiet but it makes commuting a bit more difficult."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport - Directly connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3
"Highly recommended! This property is located very conveniently connected to Haneda International Airport Terminal 3. It is a little walk to get to the property, but not too bad. There are laundry machines on this property and you can check the status of the machines on TV from your room. Onsen on ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
"C’est la deuxième fois que je vais dans cet hôtel et le service est toujours aussi courtois et impeccable. L’hôtel est idéalement situé entre deux stations de métro, il y a des konbinis et des restaurants partout autour."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Higashiyama
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.
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.
