Nearby Attractions
JM Inn Sorato offers excellent access
Enjoy Tokyo’s diverse neighborhoods—Shinjuku, Shibuya, Harajuku, Shimokitazawa—each with its own unique atmosphere.
Meiji Shrine and Yoyogi Park
Meiji Shrine, located in Yoyogi, Shibuya, Tokyo, was established in 1920. A famous power spot here is “Kiyomasa’s Well” . This well gushes 60 liters of water per minute, and because it flows continuously and abundantly, it is said to purify negative energy and bring good luck.
This power spot is inside the Yoyogi Gyoen garden. Please note that a 500 yen maintenance cooperation fee is required to enter.
Hanegi Park
Famous for its plum grove.
Every February weekend, a Plum Festival is held with food stalls. If you’re lucky, you might even get to try mochi pounding!
There’s also a play park, so young children can enjoy themselves too.
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Observation Deck
Free admission with a panoramic view of Tokyo from 202 meters above ground. Try spotting Tokyo Skytree!
From December to February, you can also see Mount Fuji.
Please note that advance or group reservations are not accepted.
https://www.zaimu.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/tochousha/goannai/tenbou
Mount Ono View of Mount Fuji
From Higashi-kitazawa Station, it’s a 2-hour train ride plus a 2-hour one-way hike. This beginner-friendly course offers a great view of the majestic Mount Fuji.
https://note.com/tmt1504/n/n358b16e59ec9#08de2024-e861-429e-828a-b312c51c5d25
Shinjuku Gyoen Park
You can enjoy the beauty of various plants throughout the year.
Especially in spring, the cherry blossoms display a beautiful gradient of different varieties.
https://www.fng.or.jp/shinjuku/
It is also famous as the setting of the movie *“The Garden of Words.” kotonohanoniwa*
https://astral-tanbou.com/entry/2016/07/24/203418
Jingu Gaien Fireworks Festival
(mid-August, admission fee required)
A spectacular show of 10,000 fireworks lighting up the night sky, accompanied by a music festival.
Ore-ryu Shio Ramen, Shimokitazawa Ichibangai Branch
2-minute walk from Shimokitazawa Station East Exit
English menu available.
Menu：
https://oreryushio.co.jp/?page_id=64
Review：
Tenka Sushi, Shibuya Dogenzaka Branch
All sushi is prepared by skilled sushi chefs.
English menu available.
HP: https://www.tenkazushi.co.jp/index.html
Review: https://tinyurl.com/3jbk83rs
