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Where to Stay in Tokyo
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For Japanese youth fashion trends, Koen Dori and Center Gai are home to many boutiques, shops and department stores that showcase
the hottest and latest craze in terms of clothing, footwear and accessories.
Tokyo Station
Tokyo Station is one of the biggest railway stations in Japan. As it serves many Shinkansen lines, JR Lines (including the JR Yamanote Line) and
subway lines, it can be extremely convenient to stay nearby while in Tokyo. It is also located at the heart of an important Japanese business
district composed of many high-rises and skyscrapers.
Transportation Access
The following train and subway lines serve Tokyo Station:
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JR – Tokaido Shinkansen, Tohoku Shinkansen, Yamagata Shinkansen, Akita Shinkansen, Joetsu Shinkansen, Hokuriku Shinkansen, Hokkaido
Shinkansen, Tokaido Main Line, Ueno–Tokyo Line, Keihin-Tohoku Line, Yamanote Line, Chūō Main Line, Sōbu Main Line, Narita
Express, Yokosuka Line, Keiyo Line
Tokyo Metro – Marunouchi Line
Attractions Nearby
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The Tokyo Imperial Palace and Imperial East Gardens are about a five-minute walk from Tokyo Station. It is the site where the former
Edo Castle stood, and is currently the official residence of the Japanese Imperial Family. It is a popular sightseeing spot, especially during
the peak cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons, due to its spacious and well-maintained gardens, which feature moats and
various species of plants and trees.
Looking for a good place to eat any time of the day is very easy, as Tokyo Station has countless of small and large restaurants and
eateries that offer not only authentic Japanese cuisine but also some international dishes. Kitte, Marunouchi Oazo, Nakadori Avenue,
Tokyo Building Tokia, and Marunouchi Brick Square are just a few examples of places that not only have exemplary dining options but
also shopping boutiques and shops.
Some notable architectural structures in the neighbourhood are the Tokyo International Forum, which holds exhibitions, conventions
and concerts; and the Marunouchi Building, a 37-storey building that stands 180 metres tall.
Yamanote Line
The JR Yamanote Line runs on a loop around central Tokyo and offers easy access to many of the city’s famous sightseeing spots. Therefore,
booking accommodation close to any of its major stops is highly recommended. Below are some of the most ideally located Yamanote Line
stops and examples of popular attractions found nearby:
● Shibuya – Hachiko Statue, Shibuya Crossing
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Shinjuku – Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, Shinjuku Gyoen
Tokyo – Tokyo Imperial Palace, Imperial Palace East Gardens
Shimbashi – Tsukiji Fish Market, Hama Rikyu Gardens, Shiodome Shiosite
Ikebukuro – Sunshine City, Namja Town, J-World Tokyo
Ueno – Ueno Park, Ueno Zoo
Harajuku – Meiji Shrine, Takeshita Dori, Omotesando
Yoyogi – Yoyogi Park, Meiji Shrine
Akihabara – Akihabara Electric Town, maid cafes, manga and anime shops, electronic stores, etc.
Hamamatsucho – Tokyo Tower, Zojoji Temple
Ebisu – Yebisu Garden Place
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