Arakawa Travel Guide

Tokyo

A red train on tracks with autumn-colored trees and urban buildings in the background.
A busy urban street with pedestrians, bicycles, and a white van.
A narrow street lined with shops and signs, including a bookstore and a pharmacy.
A well-maintained garden with neatly trimmed hedges and a paved pathway.
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A river with a bridge and buildings in the background.
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Arakawa Yuen

Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Arakawa Yuen during your trip to Tokyo. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

Boat on the water in Japan with Mount Fuji in the background

Mt Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Tour Return by Bullet Train

£97
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Mt Fuji and Hakone 1-Day Tour Return by Bullet Train
Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket

Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket

£21
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket
Tokyo: Japanese Dance Cabaret Theater Asakusa-Kaguwa Ticket

Tokyo: Japanese Dance Cabaret Theater Asakusa-Kaguwa Ticket

£37
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: Japanese Dance Cabaret Theater Asakusa-Kaguwa Ticket
Tokyo: Chopstick Making Workshop with Engraving Option

Tokyo: Chopstick Making Workshop with Engraving Option

£5
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: Chopstick Making Workshop with Engraving Option
Tokyo After 5: Small Group Evening Food Tasting Tour

Tokyo Evening Food Adventure: Hidden Eateries & Local Flavours

£53
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tokyo Evening Food Adventure: Hidden Eateries & Local Flavours
Tokyo Tower admission ticket

Tokyo Tower Observatory Main Deck Admission Ticket

£15
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Tokyo Tower Observatory Main Deck Admission Ticket
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Top hotels in Arakawa

Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport - Directly connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3

Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport - Directly connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3

4 out of 5
2-7-1 Hanedakuko, Oota Tokyo Tokyo
The price is £95 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
£95
2 Nov - 3 Nov
additional charges may apply
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport - Directly connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel

Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel

4 out of 5
2-8-16 Shiomi Tokyo Tokyo
The price is £216 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£216
8 Nov - 9 Nov
additional charges may apply
Stay at this spa hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (6,183 reviews)
"Two wonderful stays at Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince. We were able to arrange an early check-in & late check-out. The only issue we had was the price of these services had recently increased quite dramatically. Other than that everything was perfect."

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

4 out of 5
1-19-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku Tokyo Tokyo-to
The price is £187 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£187
1 Nov - 2 Nov
additional charges may apply
Stay at this hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,568 reviews)
"Rooms have sealed windows, only air via noisy old AC system. You have to wear earplugs to sleep. At dawn the sunlight would enter the room and show that the AC vent was black , coated with dust. The rug was dark , stained, needed a steam vacuum cleaning. The highly publicized godzilla head deck was ..."

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower

3 out of 5
1-11-10 Yokoami Tokyo Tokyo
The price is £61 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
£61
3 Nov - 4 Nov
additional charges may apply
Stay at this hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,919 reviews)
"Extremely clean, virtually silent (we were on floor 19), and well located near a station. Rooms are small of course, but comfortably appointed and very pleasant. Highly recommended!"

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Ekimae Tower
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main

4 out of 5
3-2-9 Nishishinjuku Tokyo Tokyo-to
Fully refundable
The price is £120 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
£120
25 Oct - 26 Oct
additional charges may apply
Stay at this hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 15 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
THE KNOT TOKYO Shinjuku

THE KNOT TOKYO Shinjuku

3.5 out of 5
4-31-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku Tokyo Tokyo-to
The price is £141 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
£141
3 Nov - 4 Nov
additional charges may apply
Stay at this hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
THE KNOT TOKYO Shinjuku
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Where to stay in Arakawa

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A modern skyscraper with a unique geometric design, surrounded by other tall buildings and trees.

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.

A bustling urban street with a prominent glass building, various commercial signs, and a crowd of people.

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.

A modern building with a geometric facade and illuminated signage, including a prominent 'NISSAN CROSSING' sign.

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.

A traditional Japanese gate with red pillars and intricate carvings, surrounded by lush greenery and people.

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.

A park with cherry blossoms, a lake, and modern buildings in the background.

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.

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