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Toshima

4,071 attractions · Japan

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Things to do in Toshima

4,071 attractions · Japan

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Kanto, Japan · 35.658, 139.701

About Toshima

Toshima is a high-density special ward located in the heart of Tokyo, serving as a major transportation and commercial hub for the metropolis. The district is defined by the Ikebukuro terminal, which handles one of the highest daily passenger volumes in the world. Visitors can easily reach cultural landmarks from here, including the scenic paths of Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden [31769] or the iconic Shibuya Crossing [1317120]. It functions as a nexus between northern Tokyo's residential character and the intense urban energy of neighboring districts like the Imperial Palace [31803] area.

Good to know

1
Toshima hosts the Tokiwaso Manga Museum, a reconstruction of the apartment building where legendary manga artists like Osamu Tezuka once lived and worked.
2
The ward has officially declared itself a 'City of International Culture and Art' to promote its focus on anime and digital media industry growth.
3
Toshima was the first municipality in Japan to declare an 'SDGs Future City' initiative, prioritizing aggressive carbon-neutral goals for urban redevelopment.
4
Despite its dense urban nature, the ward successfully eliminated its registered 'waiting list' for childcare services through extensive infrastructure investment.

Quick facts

Country

Japan

Attractions

4,071

Coordinates

35.658, 139.701

Region

Kanto

Population

298,000

Languages

Japanese

Currency

Japanese Yen

Timezone

UTC+9

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Plan your visit to Toshima

Best time to visit

March to May for cherry blossom season or October to November for mild, dry weather and autumn foliage.

How many days

2-3 days, providing enough time to explore local neighborhood hubs and utilize the primary train lines to reach major city landmarks.

Getting around

The area is serviced by the JR Yamanote Line and multiple subway lines, making it highly accessible via rail, with many localized districts being extremely walkable.

Where to stay

Staying near Ikebukuro Station offers the best convenience for rail travel, while quieter residential pockets in southern Toshima provide a more local experience.

Budget

Tokyo is a mid-to-high range destination where accommodation costs vary significantly by proximity to major train stations.

Highlights of Toshima

The places our editors single out - and why they're worth your time.

Parks

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

Very popular

Walk through a traditional landscape garden that blends Japanese, English, and French horticultural styles.

Places of interest

Shibuya Sky

Very popular

Access an open-air observation deck providing 360-degree views of the Tokyo skyline from over 200 meters high.

Historical places

Imperial Palace

Very popular

Explore the historic site of the former Edo Castle surrounded by moats and massive stone walls.

Places of interest

Shibuya Crossing

Very popular

Experience the world's busiest pedestrian scramble intersection at the heart of Tokyo's youth culture.

Places of interest

Hachiko Statue

Very popular

Visit the meeting point dedicated to the loyal Akita dog known for waiting daily at the station.

Temples

Zojo-ji

Popular

Discover a centuries-old Buddhist temple featuring a striking contrast against the modern Tokyo Tower backdrop.

Parks

Shiba Park

Popular

Relax in a public park that offers views of the Zojo-ji Temple and the iconic Tokyo Tower.

Museums

The National Art Center, Tokyo

Very popular

Browse one of Japan's largest art exhibition spaces showcasing rotating contemporary and international works.

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Frequently asked

How many attractions are there in Toshima?

Aventuro lists 4,071 curated attractions in and around Toshima, sorted by popularity.

What's the top attraction in Toshima?

Tokyo Tower is the most popular place to visit in Toshima right now.

What kind of attractions does Toshima have?

The largest category is temples, with 1,062 places to explore.

Which other cities are worth visiting nearby?

Travellers also explore Osaka, Kyoto, Ōta, Tokyo.

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Things to do in Toshima

About Toshima

Good to know

Plan your visit to Toshima

Best time to visit

How many days

Getting around

Where to stay

Budget

Highlights of Toshima

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

Shibuya Sky

Imperial Palace

Shibuya Crossing

Hachiko Statue

Zojo-ji

Shiba Park

The National Art Center, Tokyo

Top things to do in Toshima

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Kuhonbutsu Joshin-ji Temple

Setagaya Park

Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium

Higo-Hosokawa Garden

Tokyo Station Gallery

Statue of Saigō, Ueno Park

Currency Museum, Institute for Monetary and Economic Studies, Bank of Japan

Ōta Memorial Museum of Art

Unicorn Gundam

Yoyogi Park

Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa

Tokyo International Forum

Kokyo Gaien National Garden

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Sunshine Aquarium

Samurai Museum TOKYO Shinjuku

small worlds

The Ueno Royal Museum

Samurai Museum

ART AQUARIUM MUSEUM

Meiji Kinenkan

South Observation Deck, Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building No. 1

Kidzania Tokyo

21_21 Design Sight

Futako-Tamagawa Park

Chopsticks Studio Ginza

Daikanransha (Giant Sky Wheel)

National Theatre of Japan

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