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Articles about Suburban North Tokyo

All Articles about Suburban North Tokyo

• A Dark Tourist’s Guide to Tokyo

  February 18th, 2021 | Greg Lane

  Tokyo's had its fair share of dark times. [Disclaimer: Content includes topics on death and violence.]

  Things to do
• Where to See Plum Blossoms in Tokyo

  February 15th, 2021 | Tiffany

  Find the top spots around town.

  Events Outdoors Things to do
• 16 Tokyo Flea Markets for Bargain Hunting

  February 4th, 2021 | Selena Hoy

  You'll want to bookmark this one.

  Fashion Shopping Things to do

Suburban North Tokyo Attractions

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• Jūjō Ginza

  There's more than one Ginza in Japan and there are even quite a few other Ginza in Tokyo …

  Mall

• Joyful Minowa Shopping Arcade

  With an entrance right next to the terminus Minowabashi Station on the Arakawa Line, Joyful …

  Mall

• Kozukappara Execution Grounds

  The Kozukappara Execution Grounds (it can also be read as Kozukahara) was one of Tokyo's …

  Cemetery

• Eisei-Bunko Museum

  The Eisei-Bunko Museum is a museum adjacent to Higo-Hosokawa Garden in the Sekiguchi/Mejirodai …

  Museum

• Chinzanso Garden

  This traditional Japanese teien attached to the neighboring Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo, is one of …

  Garden

• Higo-Hosokawa Garden

  Once the suburban manor of the powerful Higo Hosokawa Clan of the feudal domain that is now …

  Garden

Popular Tours & Activities

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  Book a Room on Wheels with DreamDrive

  Travel in comfort, avoid crowds and public transport, and experience Japan's natural wonders …

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• Cheapest Way to Transfer Your Money Out of Japan

  One of the cheapest and easiest ways to send money from Japan is TransferWise, tried and tested …

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  Get a Discount on Long-term Pocket Wifi

  One of the easiest options for long-term internet in Japan is the Unlimited Plan from our …

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Restaurants in Suburban North Tokyo

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• El Torito

  Note: El Torito is now in the west part of Ikebukuro. Address below. Wading through Sunshine …

  Mexican Restaurant
• A-PIZZA Seibu Ikebukuro

  A branch of A Pizza on the roof of the Seibu Ikebukuro Department Store.

  Pizza
• A Pizza Minami-Ikebukuro

  The main branch of A Pizza.

  Pizza

Eating & Drinking in Suburban North Tokyo

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• Nomiya Yokocho: Tokyo’s Cheapest Drinking Alley?

  January 28th, 2020 | David McElhinney

  Real-deal Japanese nightlife, on the cheap.

  Eating & Drinking
• Izakaya Nights: The Best of Japanese Pubs in Tokyo

  September 4th, 2019 | Lily Crossley-Baxter

  Japanese-style pubs for late-night eats, drinks and group hangouts.

  Eating & Drinking
• Tokyo Beer Gardens: Where to Spend a Summer Evening

  July 10th, 2019 | Selena Hoy

  Four picks for places to enjoy a tipple or two.

  Drinking Eating & Drinking

Entertainment in Suburban North Tokyo

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• January 2021: 5 Events Not to Miss

  December 29th, 2020 | Tokyo Cheapo

  Start the new year with these festive events and ward off the winter-weather blues.

  Events
• Tokyo Flower Mega Guide: Blooms to See Every Month of the Year

  August 19th, 2020 | Mareike Dornhege

  See hydrangeas in spring, hills of baby blue eyes in summer, chrysanthemums in autumn and bright-red camellias in winter.

  Outdoors Things to do
• Tokyo Oases: “Escape” the City

  June 2nd, 2020 | Lily Crossley-Baxter

  When in need of a break from the city's commotion, recharge at our favorite cheapo oases.

  Things to do

Shopping in Suburban North Tokyo

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• How to Buy a Yukata in Tokyo Without Breaking the Bank

  June 8th, 2018 | Carey Finn

  The yukata is the casual summer cousin of the kimono. Lightweight and eternally in style, yukata are great for personal …

  Fashion Shopping
• Best Art Supply Shops in Tokyo

  July 7th, 2017 | Lily Crossley-Baxter

  These Tokyo art stores are masterpieces themselves—from sheer size, to beautiful design, these shops will get you inspired!

  Shopping
• Top Shops for Cheap Shoes in Tokyo

  April 11th, 2017 | Lily Crossley-Baxter

  Whether you've worn out your kicks or are just in the market for something new—there are plenty of great spots for …

  Fashion Shopping

Getting Around in Suburban North Tokyo

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• Getting from Narita to Ikebukuro

  January 6th, 2019 | Carey Finn

  Insider transfer tips you'll want to read before you arrive.

  Getting around Transport

Itineraries in Suburban North Tokyo

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• The Explorer’s Itinerary (For People Who Hate Itineraries)

  | Lily Crossley-Baxter

  A 3-day itinerary directing you to the best that Tokyo has to offer with lots of liberty for …

  explore Featured guide itinerary sightseeing

Recommended hotels near Suburban North Tokyo

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• Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo

  Mejiro, Sekiguchi
• Toyoko Inn Tokyo Ikebukuro Kita-guchi No.2

  Ikebukuro
• Tokyo Backpackers

  Minami-Senju
• from ¥4,800

  FLEXSTAY INN Tokiwadai

  Itabashi
• Kimi Ryokan

  Ikebukuro
• House Ikebukuro

  Ikebukuro
• from ¥4,500

  FLEXSTAY INN Sugamo

  Sugamo
• Kangaroo Hotel Minamisenju

  Minami-Senju, Minowa, Ueno, etc.
• from ¥4,800

  FLEXSTAY INN Higashi Jujo

  Jūjō