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What Wikivoyage says Tokyo is

“Tokyo can be broadly divided into the "23 special wards", "Tama region" and "Islands". This article is about the 23 special wards of Tokyo, which corresponds to what many think of as the "city of Tokyo". For information on Tokyo as a prefecture, Tama region and Islands, see Tokyo Metropolis.”

Tokyo

Tokyo: neighbourhoods quoted from Wikivoyage, the airport and typical climate from Azure Maps, hotels it lists nearby (names only) and experiences Viator lists. Plan it with Raven.

What Wikivoyage says Tokyo is

“Tokyo can be broadly divided into the "23 special wards", "Tama region" and "Islands". This article is about the 23 special wards of Tokyo, which corresponds to what many think of as the "city of Tokyo". For information on Tokyo as a prefecture, Tama region and Islands, see Tokyo Metropolis.” (Wikivoyage, "Tokyo")

Tokyo on Wikivoyage

Planning facts

About 51 min by car to Tokyo Haneda Airport, measured from the centre of Tokyo: an estimate without live traffic.

Typical year in Tokyo: warmest in August (typical high 30°C (86°F)), coolest in January (9°C (47°F)). Typical year from climate normals (preview), not a forecast for your dates.

Months with a typical high between 18°C and 28°C: May to July, September and October. That is our own rule on the typical-year figures, not a forecast and not advice on when to go; Maps gives no rain figure.

Month-by-month typical highs and lows (preview)
MonthHighLow
January9°C2°C
February9°C3°C
March12°C5°C
April17°C10°C
May21°C14°C
June24°C19°C
July28°C23°C
August30°C23°C
September26°C21°C
October21°C16°C
November16°C10°C
December12°C5°C

Neighbourhoods in Tokyo, from Wikivoyage

Chiyoda

“Chiyoda (千代田) Ward is the center of Tokyo and in many ways the center of all Japan.”

What Wikivoyage's own text supports (a trait appears only with its evidence): Dining (“Wikivoyage lists 4 places to eat here, such as Peter, Yamaya, Kanda Yabu soba.”, Wikivoyage eat listings); History and sights (“A historic train station that's been converted into a shopping mall.”, See listing: mAAch ecute Kanda Manseibashi); Shopping (“The former Japan Post headquarters have been renovated into a trendy building with many shops and restaurants.”, Buy listing: KITTE); Family-friendly (“Surrounded by a series of moats and high walls, the site of the former Edo Castle has been the official residence of the Japanese imperial family since 1868.”, See listing: Imperial Palace).

Wikivoyage lists here: Tokyo International Forum; mAAch ecute Kanda Manseibashi; National Diet Building.

Where Wikivoyage contributors list places to stay (a reason is shown only where they wrote one): Tokyo Central Youth Hostel, no note; Imperial Hotel Tokyo, no note; The New Otani, “The flagship of the international New Otani chain, and one of the largest hotels in Tokyo, with a variety of shops and restaurants under its roof.”. Not checked by us.

Chuo

“Chuo (中央) is a central ward in Tokyo. It has been the historical commercial heart of Tokyo since the Edo period, and to this day, is filled with offices, banks, and other institutions that drive the Japanese economy.”

What Wikivoyage's own text supports (a trait appears only with its evidence): Dining (“Wikivoyage lists 5 places to eat here, such as Oshio Honten, Sushisay Main Store, Sushizanmai.”, Wikivoyage eat listings); History and sights (“It has been the historical commercial heart of Tokyo since the Edo period, and to this day, is filled with offices, banks, and other institutions that drive the Japanese economy.”, Overview).

Wikivoyage lists here: Tsukiji Outer Market; Tsukiji Hongwanji; Nihonbashi Bridge.

Where Wikivoyage contributors list places to stay (a reason is shown only where they wrote one): Sumisho Hotel, “A ryokan-style hotel, Japanese style rooms and big traditional bath available.”; Hotel Kazusaya, no note; Tokyu Stay Nihombashi, “Slight discounts are offered for extended stays. Part of the Tokyu Stay chain, these hotels are popular with business travelers.”. Not checked by us.

Minato

“Its name means "port", referring to its seaside location, although many areas in the district are quite far from the sea now due to reclamation.”

What Wikivoyage's own text supports (a trait appears only with its evidence): Dining (“Wikivoyage lists 12 places to eat here, such as Daiei, Kua'aina, Worldstar Cafe.”, Wikivoyage eat listings); History and sights (“Art museum housed in a classic Art Deco style structure, connected to a small park with Japanese and Western gardens and outdoor sculptures.”, See listing: Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum); Waterfront and beach (“Its name means "port", referring to its seaside location, although many areas in the district are quite far from the sea now due to reclamation.”, Overview); Shopping (“A quieter commercial district to the southeast of Roppongi Hills, and a good place to spend a lazier afternoon browsing through shops and enjoying the local cafés.”, Buy listing: Azabu-Jūban); Family-friendly (“Explanations are in Japanese but playing with the objects is still fun for kids and adults.”, See listing: TEPIA); Views (“Wikivoyage lists these viewpoints and towers here: Tokyo Tower.”, Wikivoyage see listings).

Wikivoyage lists here: Tokyo Tower; Zōjō-ji Temple; Sengaku-ji.

Where Wikivoyage contributors list places to stay (a reason is shown only where they wrote one): Hotel Okura, “Luxury hotel that has been host to many celebrities since its opening in 1962.”; Sheraton Miyako Hotel Tokyo, “Reasonably swish hotel. Good for a layover with its back garden and downstairs cigar bar.”; Tokyo Prince Hotel, “The hotel staff speak English, and the hotel has the amenities of its modern competitors. But it is a bit of a throwback.”. Not checked by us.

Shinjuku

“Shinjuku (新宿) is a central ward of Tokyo known as the metropolis' second center (副都心, fukutoshin). The area surrounding Shinjuku Station is a huge business, commercial, and entertainment center atop the world's busiest railway station complex.”

What Wikivoyage's own text supports (a trait appears only with its evidence): Nightlife (“Wikivoyage lists 34 places to drink here, such as Araku, Bar K, Hair of The Dogs.”, Wikivoyage drink listings); Dining (“The residential areas of Yotsuya (四谷) and Ichigaya (市谷 or 市ヶ谷), with their many small restaurants and drinking establishments, lie to the east.”, Overview); History and sights (“Housing the New National Theatre Tokyo, concert halls, two art museums (one specialized in multimedia art), many shops and restaurants.”, See listing: Tokyo Opera City); Quiet and residential (“The residential areas of Yotsuya (四谷) and Ichigaya (市谷 or 市ヶ谷), with their many small restaurants and drinking establishments, lie to the east.”, Overview); Shopping (“Isetan is the most prestigious department store in Shinjuku and boasts the highest sales figures in Japan.”, Buy listing: Isetan); Family-friendly (“Very popular with kids, who can wear fire-fighting clothes and ride some of the helicopters and trucks.”, See listing: Fire Museum); Views (“The promenade next to the Southern Terrace exit offers a magnificent view of the Takashimaya department store and a bridge that offers the best spot for watching trains enter and exit.”, See listing: Shinjuku Southern Terrace).

Wikivoyage lists here: Fire Museum; Hanazono Shrine; Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.

Where Wikivoyage contributors list places to stay (a reason is shown only where they wrote one): Sakura Hotel Hatagaya, “Affordable hotel with a round-the-clock cafe offering a variety of Asian ethnic dishes. Staff can speak English.”; Tama Ryokan, “There is a lounge for relaxing and internet access.”; Manboo Internet & Comic Cafe, “Internet cafe that has small, private rooms to crash out in.”. Not checked by us.

Shibuya

“Shibuya (渋谷) is a shopping and eating district of Tokyo popular with a lot of young Tokyoites. It deserves a prize for having more two-story televisions than any other area in the world. Harajuku and Ebisu areas in the ward have separate articles.”

What Wikivoyage's own text supports (a trait appears only with its evidence): Nightlife (“Wikivoyage lists 13 places to drink here, such as Cafe Apres-Midi, Beat Cafe, Excelsior Cafe.”, Wikivoyage drink listings); Dining (“Wikivoyage lists 7 places to eat here, such as Kujiraya, Murghi, Tokyu Food Show.”, Wikivoyage eat listings); History and sights (“A complex featuring an excellent art museum, in addition to theaters for film and stage plays.”, See listing: Bunkamura); Shopping (“Shibuya (渋谷) is a shopping and eating district of Tokyo popular with a lot of young Tokyoites.”, Overview).

Wikivoyage lists here: Shibuya Crossing; Hachikō; Center Gai.

Where Wikivoyage contributors list places to stay (a reason is shown only where they wrote one): Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel, “A popular high-end hotel near the station. Also contains a large office complex, as well as some very expensive restaurants.”; Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu, “A popular high-end hotel. There is a breakfast service, and guests can use fitness for free.”; Tokyu Stay Shibuya, “Part of the Tokyu Stay chain, this hotel is popular with business travelers.”. Not checked by us.

Shinagawa

“Shinagawa (品川) is one of the 23 wards of central Tokyo, and is also a major railway station in south-central Tokyo. Historically, parts of this ward were known as Shimazuyama.”

What Wikivoyage's own text supports (a trait appears only with its evidence): Dining (“It is also a center of "European" style businesses and tourism, so you will see more English than Japanese on signs, and more Italian and American restaurants than Japanese ones.”, Overview); History and sights (“This small museum hosts a variety of interesting exhibitions in a 1930s house which is a great example of modern architecture in pre-war Japan.”, See listing: Hara Museum of Contemporary Art); Family-friendly (“Wikivoyage lists these sights here: Shinagawa Aquarium.”, Wikivoyage see listings); Transport hub (“Shinagawa (品川) is one of the 23 wards of central Tokyo, and is also a major railway station in south-central Tokyo.”, Overview).

Wikivoyage lists here: Hara Museum of Contemporary Art; Shinagawa Aquarium; Showa Neon Takamura Kanban Museum.

Where Wikivoyage contributors list places to stay (a reason is shown only where they wrote one): Guesthouse Shinagawa-shuku, “Small, friendly guesthouse "for backpackers" in a very 'local' feeling location.”; Toyoko Inn Shinagawa Aomono-yokocho-eki, “An alternative Toyoko Inn, five minutes south of Shinagawa by Keikyu local train.”; Toyoko Inn Shinagawa-eki Takanawa-guchi, “A bit cheaper than the rest, and it can sell out quickly.”. Not checked by us.

Hotels near the centre of Tokyo

Hotels Azure Maps lists near the centre of Tokyo, grouped by the area Maps gives each: names only, from Azure Maps, not checked by us, with no rates, ratings or availability.

Area not given by Maps

  • Shinjuku New City Hotel
  • Hotel Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku
  • Star Hotel Tokyo
  • Shinjuku Prince Hotel
  • Best Western Shinjuku ASTINA Hotel Tokyo
  • Hotel Sunlite Shinjuku

Things to do in Tokyo

Experiences Viator lists for Tokyo, in Viator's own order (titles only; prices, availability and booking are with Viator).

  • Tokyo Private Discovery Tour | Unique Insights & Must Sees
  • Pixel Lab Tokyo: Gameboy Mod Workshop (Classic/Advance/SP)
  • Private Tailor-made Akihabara Anime Tour with a Local Otaku Guide
  • Tokyo: Game Boy Mod Workshop in Akihabara (Original/Advance)
  • Harajuku Meiji Shrine Walking Tour in Tokyo
  • Samurai Experience - Learn Bushido through Kendo, in Tokyo

What we have not verified

  • Current rates and availability: none are shown or checked on this page. The booking provider shows them.
  • Whether each hotel named here is open and operating, and what it is like: names come from Azure Maps and Wikivoyage contributors and are not checked by us.
  • Safety conditions in any neighbourhood, now or at night.
  • Opening hours, prices and booking terms of anything listed.
  • Whether the Wikivoyage text is current: it is written by volunteers and can be out of date.

Sources and licence

Neighbourhood guidance on this page is quoted, unchanged and briefly, from Wikivoyage ("Tokyo" and its district pages), written by Wikivoyage contributors and available under Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0. Fetched 2026-10-23. Each quotation links to its page, whose history lists its authors.

Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0. Place facts: Microsoft Azure Maps (drive times are estimates, climate is a typical year). Experience titles: Viator.

Last updated Oct 23, 2026 (the date the place facts were established).

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