Arakawa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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A cityscape at dusk with a prominent sports club building labeled 'NAS' and a hotel named 'Papion'.
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Stay near popular Arakawa attractions

A canal lined with historic buildings and boats docked along the water.

Arakawa Yuen

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

Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket

Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket

NZ$42
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket
Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Oishi Park & Lake Kawaguchi & Oshino Hakkai

Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Oishi Park & Lake Kawaguchi & Oshino Hakkai

NZ$82
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Oishi Park & Lake Kawaguchi & Oshino Hakkai
Picture 15 for Activity Tokyo: Imperial Palace, Sensō-ji Temple, & Tokyo Tower Tour

TokyoAfternoon Bus Tour Imperial Palace, Asakusa,Tokyo Tower

NZ$67
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
TokyoAfternoon Bus Tour Imperial Palace, Asakusa,Tokyo Tower
Tokyo: Ninja Kabuki Performance

Tokyo: Ninja Kabuki Performance

NZ$74
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: Ninja Kabuki Performance
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

NZ$6
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
Tokyo After 5: Small Group Evening Food Tasting Tour

Tokyo Evening Food Adventure: Hidden Eateries & Local Flavours

NZ$117
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tokyo Evening Food Adventure: Hidden Eateries & Local Flavours
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Our pick of the best Arakawa Hotel Deals

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 NZ$166 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$166
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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 NZ$344 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$344
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (5,742 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast buffet and proximity to subway; minor inconvenience: 2 of the 5 on site washing machines were out of order so the wait with trying to do laundry after 9pm was very hectic."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 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
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$256 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$256
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (5,331 reviews)
"Great location, close to shopping, restaurants, and convenience stores. However, the rooms were extremely small even by Japanese standards, had an unpleasant smell, and the air conditioning was difficult to regulate. The lobby was small with very limited amenities. The hotel is also in a busy party ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Shinjuku Granbell Hotel

Shinjuku Granbell Hotel

4 out of 5
2-14-5 Kabuki-cho Tokyo Tokyo-to
The price is NZ$139 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$139
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Shinjuku Granbell Hotel
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main

4 out of 5
3-2-9 Nishishinjuku Tokyo Tokyo-to
The price is NZ$139 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$139
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (4,211 reviews)
"Nice hotel with stop in front if taking limousine bus from Narita airport. Just a bit of a walk to Shinjuku train station. Below hotel has many restaurants and shops."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
KOKO HOTEL Premier Tokyo Bay Makuhari

KOKO HOTEL Premier Tokyo Bay Makuhari

2 out of 5
2-7-1 Chiba Chiba
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$60 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$60
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Chiba. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and housekeeping. Popular attractions ZOZO Marine Stadium and Mitsui Outlet Park Makuhari ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
"Really love this hotel, stayed twice already"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

KOKO HOTEL Premier Tokyo Bay Makuhari
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Our guide on where to stay in Arakawa

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A modern skyscraper with a distinctive geometric facade, surrounded by other 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 traditional Japanese building with a red exterior and grey roof, surrounded by cherry blossom trees.

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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