Ikebukuro Travel Guide
Tokyo
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Popular places to visit
Tokyo Disneyland®
Have a fun-filled day at Tokyo Disneyland® and find out why this is a popular theme park in Urayasu. Visit the shops and temples in this vibrant area.
Tokyo DisneySea®
Enjoy the rides and games at Tokyo DisneySea® and see why people love this theme park in Urayasu. Visit the shops and temples in this vibrant area.
Tokyo Dome
Catch an event at Tokyo Dome during your trip to Tokyo. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this vibrant area.
Tokyo Skytree
Find out about the history of Tokyo Skytree, one of the top monuments in Tokyo. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Tokyo Tower
Find out about the history of Tokyo Tower, a well-known monument in Tokyo. Visit the shops and temples in this vibrant area.
Shibuya Crossing
You can learn more about the history of Tokyo when you visit a well-known site such as Shibuya Crossing. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Ikebukuro
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
This hotel is very convenient when arriving in Japan late and need to rest overnight, as it is connected to the international terminal of Haneda Airport. Stayed here a few times and it’s always been with great price, nice prompt service, and very clean and modern rooms. Highly recommended and will ...
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Shinjuku Washington Hotel Main
Great location, clean rooms
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
It was a cool experience. I wouldn't stay here for more than a couple of days. I wish the patio was open to see Godzilla. I probably wouldn't stay here again. It was always very busy. Always a lot of people waiting for the elevators. Laundry room was convenient to have but always full. Had to wait ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Nice, modern property Clean Attentive staff Nice onsen Great breakfast
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
good
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Edmont Tokyo
The staff are very welcoming. Easy access on transportation. Overall i love to stay again at hotel metropolitan edmont tokyo
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ikebukuro
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.
Chiyoda
Enjoy the popular shops in Chiyoda. Tokyo Imperial Palace is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Kudanshita Station or Takebashi Station to see more of Tokyo.
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.
Akihabara
While you're in Akihabara, take in top sights like Akihabara Electric Town and jump on the metro at Suehirocho Station to see more of the city.
Harajuku
Harajuku is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Meiji-jingumae 'Harajuku' Station or Omote-sando Station to explore sights like Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku.
Akasaka
Consider a visit to Tokyo Midtown and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Akasaka. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Nogizaka Station or Akasaka Station.
