Tokyo/Toshima, Tokyo

Name: Tokyo/Toshima
Address: Tokyo, Japan

#399 among attractions in Tokyo

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Toshima is a special ward in Tokyo, Japan. It is one of the eight central wards of the Tokyo Metropolitan area. Located in the northern area of Tokyo, Toshima is bordered by the wards of Nerima, Itabashi, and Kita in the north and Nakano, Shinjuku, and Bunkyo in the south. ()

Local name: 豊島区 Area: 5.02 mi²Coordinates: 35°43'50"N, 139°42'50"E

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豊島区 (li dao qu)Tokyo Japan

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Tokyo/Toshima – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Namjatown, Otome Road, Ancient Orient Museum, Jiyu Gakuen Girls' School.

~1880 ftE
Amusement park
Namjatown, Tokyo
10 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Tokyo, Japan, Namjatown is an indoor amusement park that offers a unique blend of entertainment, dining, and quirky attractions. Located in the Sunshine City complex in Ikebukuro, Namjatown is a popular destination for both locals...
~1250 ftE
Shopping, Shopping district
Otome Road, Tokyo
7 min walk • Otome Road is a name given to an area of Ikebukuro, Tokyo, Japan that is a major shopping and cultural center for anime and manga aimed at women. The area is sometimes referred to as Fujoshi Street, referencing the name given to fans of yaoi.
0.4 miE
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Ancient Orient Museum, Tokyo
11 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Tokyo, Japan, the Ancient Orient Museum offers a captivating retreat for those intrigued by the rich history of the Asian continent. This museum, situated within the Sunshine City shopping mall in the special wards of Tokyo, provides an...
0.5 miSW
Museum
Jiyu Gakuen Girls' School, Tokyo
13 min walk • In the bustling city of Tokyo, Japan, lies a hidden architectural gem: Jiyu Gakuen Girls' School. This historic institution was designed by the renowned American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and stands as a testament to his unique approach to architecture.
0.9 miSE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Buddhist temple
Gokoku-ji, Tokyo
24 min walk • Gokoku-ji is a Shingon Buddhist temple in Tokyo's Bunkyō.
~1450 ftS
Park
Minami-Ikebukuro Park, Tokyo
7 min walk • Minami-Ikebukuro Park is a public park in Toshima, Tokyo, Japan. A cafe called RACINE FARM TO PARK is also on the premises.
1.1 miSE
Cemetery
Otsuka Park, Tokyo
28 min walk • Otsuka Confucian Cemetery is a cemetery located in Bunkyō, Tokyo, Japan containing the graves of a number of noted Confucian scholars from the Edo Period. It was designated a National Historic Site in 1921.
1.3 miSE
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Eisei Bunko Museum, Tokyo
34 min walk • The Eisei Bunko Museum is a museum in Bunkyo-ku district in Tokyo, Japan. Its collection includes historical documents and artifacts, and works of fine art.
1.3 miS
Park, Buddhist architecture, Historic walking areas
Higo Hosokawa Garden, Tokyo
34 min walk • Higo Hosokawa Garden is a Japanese garden located near the Kanda River in Bunkyō, Tokyo. The garden underwent renovation work and along with this there was a request for submission of a new name for the garden.
1.3 miE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Buddhist temple
Kōgan-ji Temple, Tokyo
33 min walk • Kōgan-ji, Colloquially Togenuk Jizōson, formally: Banchō-Zan Kōgan-ji-Buddhist temple of the Sōtō Zen school in Tokyo, Japan. Known for the "healing" statues of Jizō and Kannon.
~620 ftE
Observation decks and towers, Cafe
Sunshine 60, Tokyo
3 min walk • Sunshine 60 is a 60-story, mixed-use skyscraper located in Ikebukuro, Toshima, Tokyo, adjoining the Sunshine City complex. At the time of its completion in 1978, the 239.7 m building was the tallest in Asia, a title it held until 1985 when it was surpassed by the 63 Building in Seoul.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Tokyo/Toshima?

Nearby attractions include Ikebukuro, Tokyo (3 min walk), Sunshine 60, Tokyo (3 min walk), Minami-Ikebukuro Park, Tokyo (7 min walk), Toshima Incineration Plant, Tokyo (8 min walk).

How to get to Tokyo/Toshima by public transport?

The nearest stations to Tokyo/Toshima:

Bus

Ikebukuro-eki Higashiguchi • Lines: A, 上60, 光02, 池55, 池86, 王40出入, 王40甲, 王55, 草63, 草63-2, 草64, 赤51, 赤97 (2 min walk)
池袋駅東口 • Lines: 池86 (3 min walk)

Train

Ikebukuro (5 min walk)
Kita-ikebukuro (19 min walk)

Metro

Ikebukuro • Lines: F, M, Y (7 min walk)
Higashi-ikebukuro • Lines: Y (12 min walk)

Tram

Toden-zoshigaya • Lines: Sa (13 min walk)
Higashi-ikebukuro-yonchome • Lines: Sa (13 min walk)