Kichijoji / Shimokitazawa / Nakano

Top Things to do

• Ghibli Museum, Mitaka

  4.5

  1897 Reviews

  Tokyo Mitakashi Shimorenjaku 1-1-83 Metropolitan Inokashira Park In Saiten

  This is an animation art museum managed by Studio Ghibli's Hayao Miyazaki with a motto of “Let's get lost together.” In addition to displaying materials and storyboards of past Ghibli works, the museum always features various sections that will expand one's perception of animation such as the replicated animation studio and the screenings of short animated films made just for the museum. With a nostalgic building and a route that blends in greenery, this is a place that both adults and children can enjoy just as they please. Entry to the museum is only by reservation and the closest station is Mitaka Station.

• Inokashira Park Zoo

  4.0

  250 Reviews

  Tokyo Musashinoshi Gotenyama 1-17-6

  This is a zoo occupying approximately one-third of Inokashira Onshi Koen (Inokashira Park) in Tokyo’s Musashino City. It is famous for its elephant Hanako, who had lived for a long time, passed away in 2016. Inside the park are small paths where the squirrels roam free, a petting corner, and a square where visitors can search for wildlife (Sundays 11 am-12 pm. Second Sunday only from January-March and November-December) and displays for the very popular capybara. In the separate zoo are exhibits of aquatic animals such as fish, amphibians, insects and waterfowl. Altogether both zoos keep more than 200 species of animals.

• Nakano Broadway

  Tokyo Nakano-ku Nakano 5-52-15

  As a complex building that opened in 1966, the lower level floors are a shopping center while the upper level floors are condominiums. Known as a holy land for subculture, the space from the second floor to the fourth floor is occupied by many specialist-oriented shops carrying anime, manga, used books and premium toys. From the first basement floor to the ground floor there are a row of shops related to food products, daily necessities, and fashion. The area is frequented by many women and non-Japanese, and is a popular shopping spot regardless of age or nationality.

• Ohmiya-Hachimangu

  4.0

  93 Reviews

  Tokyo Suginami-ku Omiya 2-3-1

  A Shinto shrine located in Omiya, Suginami City, Tokyo. The shrine was built in 1063 by Minamoto no Yoriyoshi. The shrine is dedicated to Emperor Ojin and his father and mother, Emperor Chuai and Empress Jingu. Due to the many events attesting to the deep bonds between these three, many worshipers visit the shrine to pray for aid in easy childbirth, childrearing, and finding marriage. The shrine grounds are host to several subordinate shrines, such as the Ohmiya-Tenmangu, which is dedicated Sugawara no Michizane.

• Nakano Sunplaza

  3.5

  48 Reviews

  Tokyo Nakano-ku Nakano 4-1-1

  This white building comprised of a triangular design is a complex facility that has become a familiar landmark in Nakano. Inside it contains such facilities as a concert hall, accommodation, a wedding hall, restaurants, banquet halls, training rooms and amusement facilities. Called the holy land of idols (pop stars), it is particularly famous for its concert hall. Developers aim to demolish the structure in 2022 and a new facility with an arena that can accommodate a maximum of 10,000 people is scheduled to be constructed. The closest station is Nakano Station.

• Kichijouji Satou

  4.0

  158 Reviews

  Tokyo Musashino-shi Kichijoji Honcho 1-1-8

  "This Japanese black beef restaurant has appeared in various media outlets as the store with the longest lines in Kichijoji. The shop is located facing the street, almost at the center of the town's famous Sun Road shopping district, and offers high-quality, domestically produced black wagyu beef. In addition to selling by weight for things like sukiyaki, shabu-shabu and rib roasts, they are also known for their freshly fried ""original minced cutlets."" From the moment you bite into it, this dish is bursting with piping hot, juicy meat and a crispy-crunchy texture, and since it's cooked through to the center on low heat, waiting five minutes or so before digging in is a must. Depending on the timing, there may be wait times of several hours."

• Nakano ZERO (Momijiyama Culture Center)

  3.5

  31 Reviews

  Tokyo Nakano-ku Nakano 2-9-7

  This is a complex facility for lifelong learning located in the Nakano district of Tokyo’s Nakano City. The main hall with its excellent acoustics is often used for concerts and as a venue for symposiums. In addition the facility also includes small halls, practice rooms, study rooms and a support corner for lifelong learning. In the basement is the Nakano City Library, and there is a planetarium in the West Building. Located right next to Momijiyama Park with its abundant nature, this facility functions as a place for interaction among the city residents.

• Tetsugakudo Park

  4.0

  74 Reviews

  Tokyo Nakano-ku Matsugaoka 1-34-28

  "A municipal park established in the Matsugaoka area to the north of Nakano Ward in 1904. Called the ""Philosophy Theme Park,"" the roughly 56,000 square meter grounds have pathways, stone structures, and unique buildings that are all related to philosophy. Enjoy a leisurely walk while getting a peak into the world of founder Enryu Inoue. Also known as Professor Yokai Japanese ghost, he founded today's Toyo University. There are 100 cherry, plum, and other flowering trees on site, making it the ward's leading spot for blossom viewing."

• Gyukatsu Motomura (Kichijoji location)

  Tokyo Musashinoshi Kichijoujihonchou 1-24-6 Fukusuke Building B1F

  A gyukatsu (breaded beef cutlet) restaurant located in 1 Chome, Kichijoji-honcho, Musashino City, Tokyo. The shop's cutlets are breaded with a thin layer of finely ground bread crumbs and deep fried medium rare. Served over a hot stone plate, Motomura's gyukatsu may be enjoyed with wasabi soy sauce, rock salt, or a special mountain wasabi sauce. The shop serves two gyukatsu set meals-the gyukatsu mugimeshi (boiled barley and rice) set, and the gyukatsu mugimeshi tororo (grated yam) set. Additional gyukatsu can be ordered, and diners can also choose an extra-large serving of rice (diners are entitled to one free extra helping of rice as well).