Tetsudo Hakubutsukan Station, New Shuttle Hours: 10:00 to 18:00 Closed: Tuesdays and New Year holidays Admission: 1330 yen
Opened in 2007 in Saitama north of Tokyo, the Railway Museum is a rail enthusiast's dream. It features a large number of full-size trains on display, train conducting simulators of actual Japan Railway lines and a large outdoor circuit with drivable mini trains.
Subway Museum
Underneath Kasai Subway Station Hours: 10:00 to 16:00 (entry until 15:30) Closed: Mondays (or following day if Mon is a holiday), New Year holidays Admission: 220 yen
The Subway Museum is devoted to Tokyo's subways. Like the Railway Museum, but much smaller in scale, it features full-size train exhibits, train conducting simulators and model train displays.
Museum of Maritime Science
Yurikamome Funenokagakukan Station (Odaiba) Hours: 10:00 to 17:00 (entry until 16:30) Closed: Mondays (or next day if Monday is a holiday), Dec 28 to Jan 3 Admission: Free
This museum looks like a large cruise ship docked along the Odaiba waterfront. The main building with exhibits on the history and technology of ships and shipping is currently closed indefinitely. In the meantime, a mini museum has been set up with a portion of the museum collection on display. Outside you can board a real icebreaker ship that is permanently docked next to the museum.
Commerce
Currency Museum•
Short walk from Mitsukoshi-mae Subway Station Hours: 9:30 to 16:30 (entry until 16:00) Closed: Mondays (except national holidays), December 29 to January 4 Admission: Free
Maintained by the Bank of Japan and located across the street from the Bank of Japan's main building, the Currency Museum displays the history of money in Japan and around the world. English explanations and pamphlets are available.
The Seiko Museum Ginza•
Short walk from Ginza Subway Station Hours: 10:30 to 18:00, advance reservations are required Closed: Mondays, New Year holidays Admission: Free
This excellent museum in the Ginza district primarily educates its visitors about the history of Seiko, Japan's most prominent watch manufacturer, but also has interesting displays and explanations about the history of clocks in general. A lot of English information is provided. Advance reservations are necessary to visit the museum.
Ad Museum Tokyo
5 min walk from Shimbashi Station (Shiodome) Hours: 11:00 to 18:00 Closed: Sundays and Mondays Admission: Free
Located at the headquarters of Dentsu, Japan's largest advertiser, the Ad Museum Tokyo has a permanent exhibit on the history of advertising in Japan dating back to the Edo Period. There are also temporary exhibits which are frequently rotated.
Beer Museum Yebisu
7 minute walk from Ebisu Station Hours: 11:00 to 18:00 Closed: Mondays (or Tuesday if Monday is a holiday), New Year holidays Admission: Free
Located at Yebisu Garden Place near the Photography Museum, the Beer Museum shows the history and techniques of making beer. There is also a tasting room and a gift shop selling beer and beer related products.
Postal Museum Japan
Inside Tokyo Skytree Town Hours: 10:00 to 17:30 Closed: No closing days Admission: 300 yen
The Postal Museum was opened in March 2014 on the ninth floor of Solamachi East. It has a wide collection of stamps from all over the world, as well as interactive displays and exhibits showing the history of the postal services in Japan.
Tobacco and Salt Museum
10 minute walk south of Tokyo Skytree Hours: 10:00 to 18:00 (entry until 17:30) Closed: Mondays (or Tuesday if Monday is a holiday), New Year holidays Admission: 100 yen
This museum introduces the history of tobacco and salt in Japan and the world. It is operated by Japan Tobacco (JT) which used to monopolize the production and sale of tobacco and salt.
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Set in the Ota Ward district in Tokyo, 5 km from Tokyo International Airport Terminal No2 Observation Deck, HISAYO'S INN features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi throughout the property. Each room has air conditioning and a safety deposit box. A shared kitchen comes with a refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, toaster and electric kettle. Bathrooms are shared and include free toiletries, towels, hairdryer, mouthwash and toothpaste. You will find a washing machine, tumble dryer and electrical adapter. Guests can try Japanese traditional haori jacket and have their photos taken free of charge. Rental bikes are available, and the staff can assist guests try on a yukata robe for female at a fee. Free luggage storage service is offered. Bike hire is available at this guest house and the area is popular for cycling. Oedo Onsen Monogatari is 8 km from HISAYO'S INN, while Fuji TV Odaiba is 9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 3 km from HISAYO'S INN.
Located 100 metres from Honryuin Matsuchiyama Shoden in Tokyo, TOE LIBRARY Tokyo Asakusa provides accommodation with air conditioning and free WiFi. A flat-screen TV with Blu-ray player, private bathroom with slippers, and a kitchenette with fridge are provided in certain units. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Sanyabori Park, Chokoin Temple and Honryuji Temple. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 18 km from TOE LIBRARY Tokyo Asakusa.
7 Rooms Hotel & Cafe features air-conditioned rooms with TV in the Edogawa district of Tokyo. Located around 500 metres from Subway Museum, the hotel with free WiFi is also 1 km away from Furukawa Shinsui Park. The hotel features family rooms. All units in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. The private bathroom is equipped with a bidet, bathrobes and slippers. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. A continental breakfast is available daily at 7 Rooms Hotel & Cafe. The accommodation provides an ironing service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying. Popular points of interest near 7 Rooms Hotel & Cafe include Gyosen Park, Ukita Park and Shin Nagashima River Shinsui Park. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 15 km from the hotel.
Located in Tokyo, 300 metres from Zuiken Kawamura Former Residence Place Monument, Sakura Cross Hotel Tokyo Kayabacho provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The property is around 500 metres from Oiwa Inari Shrine, 600 metres from Bank of Japan Origin Place Monument and 700 metres from Takao Inari Shrine. Each room is equipped with a balcony. At the hotel, each room includes a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All units will provide guests with a fridge. Popular points of interest near Sakura Cross Hotel Tokyo Kayabacho include Shinkawa Historic Place Monument, Sailor Education Origin Place Monument and War Disaster Memorial Service Monument. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 27 km from the accommodation.
Located in Tokyo, near Kamejimashogakko Memorial Park, Kameido Tenjin Shrine and Umeyashiki Monument, SOLA HOTEL features free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a shared lounge and a terrace. Accommodation is fitted with air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with hot tub, slippers and a hairdryer. Some units include a seating area and/or a balcony. Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include Olinas Kinshicho Shopping Mall, Tobacco & Salt Museum and Gokinimono Museum. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 30 km from SOLA HOTEL.
Situated right in the heart of Marunouchi business district, Palace Hotel Tokyo is 5-star luxury accommodation boasting 7 restaurants, a spa and a free-access fitness centre and indoor swimming pool. It is directly connected to Otemachi Subway Station and an 8-minute walk from JR Tokyo Station. Free WiFi is provided in the entire area. Offering elegant and chic ambience, each spacious room comes with a large LCD TV, a blu-ray/DVD player and a safety box. A fridge and an electric kettle are also provided. The en suite bathroom includes a small TV, a bath tub and toiletries. While staying at Tokyo Palace Hotel, guests can enjoy a workout at the fitness gym, or receive rejuvenating treatments at the on-site Evian Spa Tokyo. The concierge desk can arrange various services for guests including mobile phone rentals. Tablet rentals, copy and fax services are available for an extra charge upon request at the front desk or club lounge. Guests can enjoy authentic Japanese culinary experiences in Wadakura restaurant, Tatsumi tempura restaurant and Kanesaka sushi restaurant. Esterre offers exquisite French cuisine and the city views, while Grand Kitchen serves international dishes throughout the day. Located right next to the Imperial Palace, the hotel is a 10-minute walk from Ginza shopping area, and a 5-minute train ride from Akihabara electric town. Popular Tsukiji Fish Market can be reached within a 10-minute taxi ride. Airport limousine buses are available to/from Narita and Haneda airports at an extra charge.
Well situated in the Taito district of Tokyo, The Barn Tokyo is set 300 metres from Shikian, 300 metres from Calligraphy Museum and 400 metres from Tokugawa Tsunayoshi Mausoleum Imperial Scroll Gate. With a garden, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is close to popular attractions like Kanei-ji Temple, Chosho-ji Temple and Kemmyo-in Temple. The units in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. At The Barn Tokyo all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Nippori South Park, Tokugawa Ietsuna's Mausoleum Gate Plaque and Kuroda Memorial Hall. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 19 km from The Barn Tokyo.
Designed by Kengo Kuma, Capitol Hotel Tokyu boasts 3 restaurants, a 14th-floor indoor pool and direct access to 4 subway lines. Rooms are spacious for Tokyo and have city views. Free WiFi is available in the entire building and paid private parking is available on site. Rooms at Tokyu Capitol Hotel offer a softly lit blend of the old and new, with paper screens and a large flat-screen TV. A minibar and a large private bathroom with a bathtub are included. Free toiletries, slippers and a hairdryer are provided. Guests can look out over Tokyo as they work out at the fitness centre or relax in the hot tub. Carju Rajah TIADO Spa offers massages and the hotel includes a beauty salon, photo studio and other shops. The business centre on the 3rd floor features a computer and photocopying services for guests' convenience. Guests are also provided with a handy Smartphone. Star Hill Chinese Restaurant serve lunch and dinner in stylish modern settings. Suiren offers various Japanese dishes including teppanyaki, sushi and kaiseki multi-courses. Asian and Western cuisines are available all day at Origami. The Capitol Bar offers mood lighting, natural wood and elegantly served cocktails. The hotel has direct access to the Tameike-sanno and Kokkai-gijido-mae subway stations, which offer direct links to the Shinjuku, Shibuya and Ginza areas. The Imperial Palace is a 5-minute drive, while Roppongi Hills is a 10-minute drive away.
Situated a minutesf walk away from Akasaka-Mitsuke Station of the Tokyo Metro Ginza and Marunouchi Line, The Prince Gallery Tokyo Kioicho boasts free WiFi throughout the entire property. There is a sake bar, a sushi restaurant and a teppanyaki restaurant on site, as well as a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel is directly linked to Nagatacho Station of the Nanboku Line. It is a 10-minute drive from Tokyo Station, and a 30-minute drive from Haneda Airport. Narita International Airport is a 100-minute drive away. The Prince Gallery Tokyo Kioicho features a spa and wellness centre and a sauna facility, and the front desk offers currency exchange. Laundry services are offered at an extra cost. All rooms are air-conditioned/heated and feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Rooms come with a desk, minibar, electric kettle, a coffee machine, personal locker and a refrigerator. The en suite bathroom comes equipped with a bathtub and shower. Hairdryers, free toiletries, slippers and bathrobes provided. Guests can enjoy a variety of Japanese cuisine on site, and there are several restaurants within a 3-minute walk from Akasaka Mitsuke Station.
Conveniently situated in the Chiyoda district of Tokyo, Backpacker's Mini House is located 500 metres from Kanda Children's Park, 600 metres from Bellesalle Kanda and 600 metres from Tokyo Sankei Building Metro Square. The 2-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with a shared bathroom and free WiFi. The property is close to popular attractions like Taira no Masakado's Grave, Wake no Kiyomaro Statue and Goto Inari Shrine. Popular points of interest near the hostel include Otemachi Building Shops & REstaurants, Tokiwa Park and Kotoku Inari Shrine. The nearest airport is Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 28 km from Backpacker's Mini House.
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