10月 23, 2017
Top 10 Tourist Attractions & Best Things to Do in Odaiba, Tokyo, Japan
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Odaiba can be accessed by “yurikamome”, an automated guide-way transit service. The artificial island of Odaiba is on Tokyo Bay, and there are always tourists visiting many tourist spots. This article introduces the top 10 tourist attractions you can’t miss in Odaiba. There are plenty of places that are fun for all the generations, so don’t miss it!
1. Fuji Television Studios
The first spot is Fuji Television studios, the headquarter of Fuji Television Network, Inc. Many people often associate Odaiba with this building. The distinctive building has a sphere in the center. If you are lucky, you may be able to watch the filming or meet a TV start.
Once you are inside the building, you can visit the area showing things used for Fuji Television programs, and there is also a souvenir shop.
You may know some of famous anime programs aired in the Fuji television programs, such as Sazae-san and Dragon ball. This is one of places you should visit when you come to Odaiba.
Name: Fuji Television Studios
Address: 2-4-8 Daiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo
TEL: +81-3-5500-8888
Access: 5-minute walk from Tokyo teleport station
Website: http://www.fujitv.co.jp/
Map: Map to Fuji Television Studios
2. Tokyo Joypolis
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If you come to Odaiba with friends or a girlfriend/boyfriend, “Tokyo Joypolis” is a must-go place. You can enjoy cool attractions and games here. The one you must try among many attractions is “wild jungle brothers”.
This is an attraction to explore the jungle in an off-road car. The car shakes right and left, and you will feel as if you are actually in the jungle.
It’s a fun thing to do especially for a couple. Let’s have some fun at Tokyo Joypolis.
Name: Tokyo Joypolis
Address: 1-6-1 Daiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo
TEL: +81-3-5500-1801
Hours: 10:00am ~ 10:00pm
Access: 2-minute walk from Odaiba-kaihin-kouen station
Website: http://tokyo-joypolis.com/
Map: Map to Tokyo Joypolis
3. Giant Sky Wheel in Palette Town
Giant Sky Wheel (dai-kanransha) in Palette Town is the Ferris wheel that you can have a great view of Tokyo’s tourist attractions, like “Tokyo Tower”, “Tokyo Sky Tree”, “Rainbow Bridge”, etc. The scenery is beautiful during the day, but the best time to ride the Ferris wheel is around 8pm. You can have an amazing night view of Tokyo, and it’s romantic, too. Please make sure it’s a sunny day when you go.
Giant Sky Wheel in Palette Town is enjoyable to everyone. Enjoy a nice view of Tokyo from the height.
Name: Giant Sky Wheel in Palette Town
Address: 1-3-10 Aomi, Koto-ku, Tokyo
Hours (Sunday – Thursday): 10:00am ~ 10:00pm
Hours (Friday, Saturday and before public holidays): 10:00am ~ 11:00pm
Access: Direct access from Aomi station on Yurikamome line
Website: http://www.daikanransha.com/
Map: Map to Giant Sky Wheel in Palette Town
4. Aqua City Odaiba
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“Aqua City Odaiba” is a large shopping complex with a variety of shops. If you want to go shopping in Odaiba, this is the place to go. If you are a guy on a date and your girlfriend wants to go shopping, you should bring her here. You sure will make her happy!
The shopping complex is next to Odaiba Seaside Park, which is a good place to take a break. Enjoy a walk and spend a relaxing time with nice scenery of Odaiba.
Name: Aqua City Odaiba
Address: 1-7-1 Daiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Access: 1-minute walk from Daiba station on Yurikamome line
Website: http://www.aquacity.jp/
Map: Map to Aqua City Odaiba
5. Odaiba Memorial Tree
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At “Odaiba Memorial Tree”, you can enjoy the beautiful night view. The illumination display lights up throughout the year and offers the otherworldly atmosphere. The color of illumination changes by season, so it’s enjoyable all season.
This is also a perfect place to make a special memory with someone special. Don’t forget to bring your camera (or Smartphone) to capture the special moment with the illumination. Why don’t you spend a special time for just two of you?
Name: Odaiba Memorial Tree
Address: 1-6-1 Daiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo
TEL:+81-3-3599-6500
Access: 2-minute walk from Odaiba-kaihin-kouen station
Website: https://www.odaiba-decks.com/
Map: Map to Odaiba Memorial Tree
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6. Daiba Itchome Mall
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Would you like to take a trip back to the Showa era? “Daiba Itchome Mall” (Daiba Itchome Shotengai) is a theme park recreating the atmosphere of the 1950s. You can find scenery and games from good-old-days.
It’s fun for younger people as well as people in their 30s and 40s. You can go back to your childhood.
This place is also very popular among foreign tourists. After all, there aren’t many places where you can go back in time and see old Japan. How would you like to go back to the past in Odaiba?
Name: Daiba Itchome Mall
Address: 1-6-1 Daiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo
TEL: +81-3-3599-6500
Access: 2-minute walk from Odaiba-kaihin-kouen station
Website: https://www.odaiba-decks.com/
Map: Map to Daiba Itchome Mall
7. Oedo-Onsen-Monogatari
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You may think of “Oedo-Onsen-Monogatari” when it comes to Japanese communal bath house (sento) in Odaiba. This is a spa theme park with the Edo style atmosphere.
Here at “Oedo-Onsen-Monogatari”, you can choose a yukata (a casual summer kimono) when you enter and wear it during your stay. The facility as well as bath is nice, and you can see stars at night from the large outdoor bath.
There is also “ashiyu”, a kind of foot bath that is fun to do with your friends and family. Enjoy and relax at the spa!
Name: Oedo-Onsen-Monogatari
Address: 2-6-3 Aomi, Koto-ku, Tokyo
TEL: +81-3-5500-1126
Access: 2-minute walk from Telecom Center station
Website: http://daiba.ooedoonsen.jp/
Map: Map to Map to Oedo-Onsen-Monogatari
8. Rainbow Bridge
“Rainbow Bridge” is a huge suspension bridge over Tokyo Bay connecting Odaiba to downtown of Tokyo. The highway runs over the bridge, and it’s best to see at night.
The illuminated bridge is beautiful, and the collaboration of headlights and illumination is also magnificent scenery. Enjoy the beautiful bridge along with Tokyo’s night view. You can enjoy it while driving, too. You will be amazed by somewhat dream-like scenery.
When you visit Odaiba or drive around Tokyo, don’t forget to go through the Rainbow Bridge.
Name: Rainbow Bridge
Address: 3-33-19 Kaigan, Minato-ku, Tokyo (Rainbow Bridge Hoyudo)
Website: http://www.shutoko.jp/
Map: Map to Rainbow Bridge
9. The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation
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“National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation (Miraikan)” is a museum exhibits the latest science and technology. The exhibition includes the globe display called “Geo-Cosmos” and a robot (ASIMO).
It’s a fun place for everyone, and not only for someone who likes science but also for those who aren’t familiar with science can enjoy the museum.
The museum is especially recommended to families with children. The unique distinctive building is attractive, too. Let’s explore and find attractions of science that you have never known. Don’t forget to add this museum to the list of places to visit in Odaiba.
Name: National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation
Address: 2-3-6 Aomi, Koto-ku, Tokyo
TEL: +81-3-3570-9151
Hours: 10:00am ~ 5:00pm
Access: 5-minute walk from Fune-no Kagakukan station
Website: http://www.miraikan.jst.go.jp/
Map: Map to National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation
10. Tokyo Trick Art Museum
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“Tokyo Trick Art Museum” is a museum where you can enjoy 3D artworks and the optical illusion. Trick art is a picture that tricks your brains to see things that may or may not exist.
When you come to Tokyo Trick Art Museum, don’t forget to bring your camera to share the fun and mysterious pictures with your friends and family. You see pictures popping out of the frame, and it’s enjoyable to everyone.
What kind of picture do you want to take with trick art? Let’s have some fun and have a memorable experience!
Name: Tokyo Trick Art Museum
Address: Deck Tokyo Beach Island Mall 4F, 1-6-1 Daibai, Koto-ku, Tokyo
TEL: +81-3-3599-5191
Hours: 11:00am ~ 9:00pm
Access: 2-minute walk from Daiba-kaihin-kouen station
Website: http://www.trickart.info/
Map: Map to Tokyo Trick Art Museum
Let’s Enjoy Tourist Attractions in Odaiba!
There are many tourist attractions and things to do in Odaiba. You can shop, enjoy a beautiful night view, go back in the past, relax at the spa, etc. When you visit Tokyo, make sure Odaiba is included on your list to visit. You will have a special and memorable experience for sure. Enjoy your stay in Odaiba.