Odaiba Guide: Gundam, Tokyo Bay, Museums, Dining, Hotels, and More

Odaiba: Tokyo's Best Amusement Area

An artificial island located in Tokyo Bay, Odaiba is a district with excellent shopping and amusement facilities that also boasts beautiful parks and a charming coastline. This area is ideal for a day of fun and is one of Japan's most popular date spots, too.

Odaiba can be easily reached from Tokyo Station in about 30 minutes. The spectacular Rainbow Bridge, the Life-sized Unicorn Gundam Statue and the Statue of Liberty, the world-famous Fuji TV Building, and many other exciting facilities are what draw thousands of visitors to Odaiba every day.

26 Things to Do in Odaiba, Tokyo

1. Odaiba Marine Park and the Statue of Liberty
2. The Life-sized Unicorn Gundam Statue
3. Fuji TV Building
4. DECKS Tokyo Beach
5. Tokyo Joypolis
6. Immersive Fort Tokyo
7. Madame Tussauds Tokyo (Wax Museum)
8. LEGOLAND Discovery Center
9. Tokyo Trick Art Museum
10. Daiba 1-Chome Shotengai
11. Unko Museum
12. Aqua City Odaiba
13. UWS Aquarium GAKYO
14. Miraikan: The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation
15. Rainbow Bridge and Cruises in Tokyo Bay
16. Odaiba Illumination YAKEI

Dining in Odaiba
17. Tokyo Gourmet Stadium in DiverCity Tokyo Plaza
18. Odaiba Takoyaki Museum
19. Restaurants within Aqua City Odaiba
20. Restaurant Square at DECKS Tokyo Beach
21. Cafes and Restaurants at Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba

Other Fun Places to Visit near Odaiba
22. Small Worlds Tokyo
23. Tokyo Water Science Museum
24. Odaiba's Parks
25. Ariake Garden
26. Tokyo Big Sight

Hotels in Odaiba
How to Get to Odaiba: Train, Monorail, and Cruises

1. Odaiba Marine Park and the Statue of Liberty

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To commemorate The Year of France in Japan in 1998, the French Statue of Liberty (created in 1889) was brought from the Ile des Cygnes in Paris and installed in Odaiba Marine Park for a few months. The statue fitted in Odaiba's scenery and was so popular that a replica of it was gifted to Japan; it stands there now since 2000.

Every day you will find people taking photos here with Tokyo Bay and the Rainbow Bridge in the background.

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Odaiba Marine Park, also known as Odaiba Seaside Park, is a large coastal park with a sandy beach spanning about 800 m and plenty of greenery. This is an ideal place to relax when you want to enjoy a peaceful, natural setting.

Odaiba Marine Park
Address: Tokyo, Minato, Daiba 1 Odaiba Marine Park
Website: http://www.tptc.co.jp/park/01_02

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2. The Life-sized Unicorn Gundam Statue at DiverCity Tokyo Plaza

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DiverCity Tokyo Plaza is a massive shopping mall with various brand stores, dining facilities, museums, and amusement spots.

The Life-sized Unicorn Gundam Statue is a 19.7-meter-tall recreation of a robot from the Mobile Gundam series. You can witness the Unicorn Gundam Transformation four times a day at 11:00, 13:00, 15:00, and 17:00 when the robot enters the "Destroy Mode" and more than 50 of its parts light up.

There is a night program from 19:30 to 21:30 with special shows starting every 30 minutes; the shows use lights and mapping projection and were inspired by the animation movie. The show content may change so please visit the official English website for the latest information: https://www.unicorn-gundam-statue.jp/en/

Gundam Base Tokyo, located on the seventh floor of DiverCity Tokyo Plaza, is an entertainment space where you can experience the world of Gundam and buy related merchandise.

Address: Tokyo, Koto, Aomi 1-1-10 DiverCity Tokyo Plaza Festival Square
Website: https://www.unicorn-gundam-statue.jp/en/
Nearest stations: 5 minutes on foot from Tokyo Teleport Station (Rinkai Line), 5 minutes on foot from Daiba Station (Yurikamome Monorail)

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3. Fuji TV Building and HACHITAMA Spherical Observation Room

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Parts of the Fuji Television main office building are open to the public and are always bustling with visitors.

From the HACHITAMA Spherical Observation Room on the 25th floor, in the globe-shaped portion of the building, you can enjoy looking over the scenery of Odaiba and Tokyo Bay, which will give you a different perspective on the area as well.

Address: Tokyo, Minato, Odaiba 2-4-8
Website: https://www.fujitv.com/visit_fujitv/

4. DECKS Tokyo Beach

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DECKS Tokyo Beach is a mall facing Tokyo Bay and Odaiba Marine Park with about one hundred shops, dining facilities, museums, and indoor theme parks. It can be reached in about 3 minutes on foot from Odaiba-kaihinkoen Station (Yurikakome Monorail).

Some of the best attractions in Odaiba are located within DECKS Tokyo Beach such as the indoor amusement park Tokyo Joypolis, Madame Tussauds Tokyo, the LEGOLAND Discovery Center, the Tokyo Trick Art Museum, and many others.

The Odaiba Takoyaki Museum, which features popular Osaka takoyaki shops and other delicious treats, is one of the most popular dining facilities in DECKS Tokyo Beach located on the fourth floor.

The bayside outdoor platforms on the fifth floor of DECKS Tokyo Beach are one of the best places to enjoy the Odaiba Illumination YAKEI, an evening light-up held every day in Odaiba.

DECKS Tokyo Beach
Location: Tokyo, Minato, Daiba, 1-6-1
Business Hours: Shops and cafes 11:00 - 21:00, Odaiba Takoyaki Museum 11:00 - 22:00, 5th-floor restaurants 11:00 - 23:00, 6th-floor restaurants 11:00 - 23:00/24:00.
Website: https://www.odaiba-decks.com/en/

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5. Tokyo Joypolis: An Indoor Amusement Park

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Tokyo Joypolis, located inside Odaiba's DECKS Tokyo Beach, is Japan's largest indoor theme park. Its more than 20 thrilling attractions include 3D games, a roller coaster, experience-based fun, a haunted house, and other activities. With each being of the highest quality, this is the perfect place for a fun date or to spend time with your friends.

Utilizing a day pass for Joypolis is highly recommended to get the best value for a full morning and afternoon of entertainment.

Address: Tokyo, Minato, Odaiba 1-6-1 in DECKS Tokyo Beach
Website: http://tokyo-joypolis.com/language/english/

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6. Immersive Fort Tokyo: An Immersive Theme Park

Immersive Fort Tokyo is an interactive theme park in Odaiba where visitors become the protagonists of thrilling adventures!

Prepare to be enthralled by spectacular attractions, ranging from heart-pounding escape rooms to cabaret shows and action-packed street performances such as Spy Action! This immersive theme park is the perfect amusement spot for fans of anime franchises, games, and all things entertainment.

Popular attractions at Immersive Fort Tokyo include The SHERLOCK, in which you participate in solving mysteries, the thrilling Identity V Immersive Chase and Jack the Ripper, the Immersive Stories in which you find yourself in the worlds of popular fairy tales recreated through project mapping, the Cabaret shows, and many more!

Immersive Fort Tokyo

Tokyo, Koto, Aomi 1-3-15

7. Madame Tussauds Tokyo (Wax Museum)

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Madame Tussauds Tokyo (Wax Museum), also located within DECKS Tokyo Beach on the third floor in the Island Mall section.
This is the Tokyo location of the world-famous wax museum of the same name.

See worldwide celebrities such as Audrey Hepburn and Michael Jackson up close! There are even life-sized wax figures of Japanese stars and former prime ministers—a unique feature of the Japanese location—so you can take commemorative pictures together.

Visit the museum to learn about behind-the-scenes stories during wax figure production, the production environment, and much more for a fascinating experience!

Book tickets for Madame Tussauds Tokyo (Wax Museum)

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8. LEGOLAND Discovery Center Tokyo

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LEGOLAND Discovery Center Tokyo is located in DECKS Tokyo Beach on the third floor in the Island Mall section. This is a top-rated attraction for kids ages 12 and under. Inside this attraction, guests can tour the Lego brick factory, play in Lego workshops, experience 4D cinema, go-karts, and a Lego-themed amusement park.

Lego products are also available for purchase. Keep in mind that adults must be accompanied by at least one child aged 12 and under to enter the facility. Make sure to check the reservation details before buying tickets.

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9. Tokyo Trick Art Museum

The Tokyo Trick Art Museum is located on the fourth floor of DECKS Tokyo Beach'S Seaside Mall section. This is an interactive art museum where you can enjoy trick art with a Japanese culture theme

Trick art, also known as trompe l'oeil, is a type of art that you can see, touch and interact with. By using optical illusions, paintings can become 3D art, and look completely different depending on the angle they are viewed from. Not only that, but you can also enter the works and experience the mirage in the painting for yourself. In fact, in trick art, the works of art are not complete until a person has entered them!

Better still, you are allowed to take pictures of all the exhibitions! Action shots, funny poses, you can enjoy it all here.

There is an Edo Era section with works related to Japan's Edo era (1603-1868) and the Masterpiece Area with a collection of trick art versions of famous paintings.

Address: Tokyo, Minato, Odaiba 1-6-1 DECKS Tokyo Beach Seaside Mall 4F
Hours: 11:00 - 21:00 (last admittance 20:30)
Webside: https://www.trickart.info/english/index.html

10. Daiba 1-Chome Shotengai

The moment you set foot on the fourth floor of DECKS Tokyo Beach, you'll feel as if you had slipped through time in Japan's 1960s! Daiba 1-Chome Shotengai recreates the atmosphere of a Japanese town from the Showa era (1926-1989) with nostalgic dagashi (cheap sweets) shops, retro games, a horror house, and old-fashioned eateries.

Even a replica of the first-ever Japanese bullet train Hikari, first released in 1964, is on display here! This area is like a maze and incredibly fun to explore. The Tokyo Trick Art Museum and the Odaiba Takoyaki Museum are also located within the nostalgic Daiba 1-Chome Shotengai.

Daiba 1-Chome Shotengai
Location: Tokyo, Minato, Odaiba 1-6-1 DECKS Tokyo Beach Seaside Mall 4F
Hours: 11:00 - 21:00
Website: https://www.odaiba-decks.com/en/daiba1chome/

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11. Unko Museum TOKYO

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The Unko Museum TOKYO in Odaiba's DiverCity Tokyo Plaza is the world’s first poop-themed museum. But it doesn't simply exhibit poop as actual excrement. Instead, it’s a fun spot with photo areas decorated in colorful pop-art designs.

The inside of the museum is separated into three areas: the Unstagenic Area to take photos, the Untelligence Area to stimulate your intellectual curiosity, and the Unteractive Area to play various mini-games. Moreover, you can enjoy the museum interactively thanks to various hands-on and interactive exhibits.

Unko Museum TOKYO
Location: Tokyo, Koto, Aomi 1-1-10 DiverCity Tokyo Plaza 2F
Hours: Weekdays 11:00 - 20:00 (last entry 19:00), weekends and holidays 10:00-21:00 (last entry 20:00)
Special summer season hours: open from 10:00 on weekdays and holidays from July 20 to August 31. From August 7 to August 18, the museum is open until 21:00 (last entry at 20:00) on weekdays.
Website: https://unkomuseum.com/en/tokyo/

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12. Aqua City Odaiba

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Aqua City Odaiba is a Mediterranean Sea town-themed shopping mall. With stores selling clothing, accessories, various goods, and interior items, and with its restaurants operating until later in the night, this is a fun place to leisurely shop and dine. There is also free Wi-Fi, making it a good place for travelers to enjoy themselves.

United Cinema AQUA CITY ODAIBA, a cinema complex with 13 theaters using 4DX technology, is one of the most popular facilities within the mall.

Tokyo Ramen Kokugikan, a facility where you can try six of Japan's best ramen, is also located within Aqua City, along with other dining facilities.

Aqua City Odaiba
Location: Tokyo, Minato, Odaiba 1-7-1
Website: https://www.aquacity.jp/

13. UWS Aquarium GAKYO

UWS Aquarium GAKYO, located on the third floor of Aqua City Odaiba, was inspired by the Japanese tradition of raising goldfish. UWS stands for "under water space" and is the motif that connects all the facilities produced by GA☆KYO, a creative unit that combines digital technologies with Japanese culture to create surreal aquarium spaces.

There are five exhibition areas, each with a different theme from Japanese culture: the wabi sabi (austere beauty) of tea ceremony, the gorgeous kimonos of oiran courtesans, kaleidoscopes, omikuji (fortune paper slips) and a digital version of traditional goldfish scooping, and Ryugujo - The Palace of the Dragon God.

UWS Aquarium GA KYO
Location: Tokyo, Minato, Odaiba 1-7-1 Aqua City Odaiba 3F
Hours: Weekdays 11:00 – 20:00, weekends and public holidays 11:00 – 21:00 (*The last entry is 30 minutes before closing time)
Tickets: adults 1,500 yen, children 800 yen, persons with disabilities 800 yen
Website: https://uws-gakyo.com/en/

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14. MIRAIKAN - The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation

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The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation, known as Miraikan in short, is a hands-on museum where you can learn about the latest science and technology in Japan.

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The latest robots and androids are on display at Miraikan and visitors can even interact with them! Not to mention that the Geo-Cosmos, the great Earth-shaped object in the lobby viewable from every angle, makes great material for impressive pictures.

Address: Tokyo, Koto, Aomi 2-3-6
Hours: 10:00-17:00 (last entry at 16:30)
Admission: Adults 630 yen, 18 years old and under 210 yen, free for children under 6
Website: Miraikan (Japanese)

15. Rainbow Bridge and Tokyo Bay Cruises

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Rainbow Bridge, a suspension bridge that connects the main part of Tokyo with Odaiba, is one of this area's landmarks. The bridge is lit up at night in rainbow colors and makes for a beautiful background to Odaiba's illuminations.

It is also possible to walk on the bridge and enjoy the views of Tokyo Bay from there. Crossing the Rainbow Bridge on foot takes about 25 minutes and is free.

One of the best ways to enjoy the Rainbow Bridge up close is from a cruise boat in Tokyo Bay. The Sumida River Cruise, which takes you from the Ryogoku River Center to Odaiba Seaside Park, is one of the most popular cruises in Tokyo.

On the other hand, if you wish to enjoy the views at leisure along with a stylish dinner, we recommend the Tokyo Bay Dinner Cruise on the Symphony Cruise line.

Book the Tokyo Bay Dinner Cruise (The Symphony)

Please check the article linked below to see other Tokyo cruises with splendid views of the Rainbow Bridge.

16. Odaiba Illumination YAKEI

Every evening, the Odaiba bayside area in front of DECKS Tokyo Beach is lit up from sundown to midnight during an event called Odaiba Illumination YAKEI. (*"Yakei" means "brilliant nighttime view")

The centerpiece of the illumination is the 20-meter-tall Odaiba Memorial Tree, which is covered in lights of seven colors. It looks beautiful with the Rainbow Bridge and the Tokyo lights in the background.

The best location to enjoy the Odaiba Illumination YAKEI is the Seaside Deck on the third floor of DECKS Tokyo Beach. Moreover, there are several locations on the Seaside Terrace where you can take close-up photos of the lights.

Odaiba Illumination YAKEI
Location: Tokyo, Minato, Odaiba 1-6-1 DECKS Tokyo Beach 3F Seaside Deck
Website: https://www.odaiba-decks.com/en/yakei/

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17. Tokyo Gourmet Stadium in DiverCity Tokyo Plaza

Tokyo Gourmet Stadium is a food court on the second floor of DiverCity Tokyo Plaza featuring some of the best food that can be enjoyed in Japan along with international cuisine such as Korean and Italian.

Ramen noodle dishes, sushi, gyukatsu (beef cutlet with rice), and kushikatsu (skewered food popular in Osaka) are just some of the Japanese food that can be enjoyed here, not to mention the wide variety of desserts and beverages on offer.

What's fun about dining at Tokyo Gourmet Stadium is that, if you're in a group, everyone can choose what they want to eat and gather at the same table.

Tokyo Gourmet Stadium
Location: Tokyo, Koto, Aomi 1-1-10 DiverCity Tokyo Plaza 2F
Hours: 11:00 - 21:00
Website: https://mitsui-shopping-park.com.e.act.hp.transer.com/gourmet/divercity-tokyo/

18. Odaiba Takoyaki Museum

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Takoyaki (dumplings containing octopus pieces) is an Osaka specialty and the best place to enjoy this dish in Tokyo might just be the Odaiba Takoyaki Museum on the fourth floor of DECKS Tokyo Beach.

The facility features takoyaki from several famous shops in Osaka such as Dotonbori Akaoni, Tennouji Abenotakoyaki Yamachan, and Imotako. There is also Yogorino, a yogurt gelato shop with mouthwatering desserts!

Odaiba Takoyaki Museum
Location: Tokyo, Minato, Odaiba 1-6-1 DECKS Tokyo Beach 4F
Website: https://www.odaiba-decks.com/en/takoyaki/

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19. Restaurants within Aqua City

Aqua City has many restaurants for every taste and occasion, including the BBQ Beach, a rooftop barbecue facility.

Ramen lovers should definitely check out the Tokyo Ramen Kokugikan, which features six famous ramen shops offering specialties such as Hakata ramen, miso ramen, and others.

If you're seeing a leisurely dining experience with great views of Tokyo Bay, visit the restaurant area on the 4th floor. Cafe La Poem (Italian), Monsoon Cafe (Asian cuisine), and Gonpachi (Japanese cuisine and soba noodle dishes) are restaurants with a lovely ambiance and great food.

Aqua City Odaiba Restaurants
Website: https://www.aquacity.jp/shoplist/gourmet/#id814 (Japanese)

20. Restaurant Square at DECKS Tokyo Beach

At DECKS Tokyo Beach, there are restaurants with lovely views of Tokyo Bay on the fifth Floor. The Restaurant Square features the Japanese cuisine restaurant Ryuki, KHAZANA with delicious Indian cuisine and terrace seats, and Cafe Grill BIG CHEF, which has an extensive menu for every taste.

Island Vintage Coffee, a cafe on the second floor of the facility, is a great place to enjoy great coffee while taking in the views of the bay and Rainbow Bridge.

Restaurant Square at DECKS Tokyo Beach
Location: Tokyo, Minato, Odaiba 1-6-1 DECKS Tokyo Beach 5F
Website: https://www.odaiba-decks.com/en/floorguide/5f.html

21. Restaurants and Cafes at Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba

For a romantic dinner with fabulous views of Tokyo Bay, we recommend the stylish restaurants and cafes within Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba.

The Grill on 30th, Teppanyaki Icho, or the Bar & Lounge are located on the 30th floor of the hotel and offer breathtaking views of Tokyo's skyline.

The Bakery & Pastry Shop and the stylish Garden Dining cafe on the first floor offer gorgeous sweet treats and drinks within a relaxing resort ambiance.

Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba Restaurants and Cafes
Website: https://www.tokyo.grandnikko.com/eng/restaurant/

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22. Small Worlds Tokyo

Small Worlds Tokyo is a miniature theme park located close to Odaiba. The museum has impressive displays of scenes familiar from popular anime series like "Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon" and "Evangelion," as well as miniature recreations of cities from Europe and Asia.

You can even make a miniature figurine of yourself and have it displayed in one of the installations!

Small Worlds Tokyo
Location: Tokyo, Koto, Arike, Ariake Distribution Center 1-3-33
Website: https://smallworlds.jp/ (Japanese)

23. Tokyo Water Science Museum

The Tokyo Water Science Museum is an educational facility where you can learn about the water supply system of Tokyo. Some of the displays are interactive making it extremely fun to learn less-known facts about Japan's great metropolis.

The Aqua Park, where children can play in the water, the Aqua Forest with its impressive displays, and the Aqua Tour of the Ariake Water Supply Station are just some of the museum's highlights.

Tokyo Water Science Museum
Location: Tokyo, Koto, Ariake 3 - 1 - 8
Website: https://www.mizunokagaku.jp/

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24. Odaiba's Parks

Symbol Promenade Park. Photo by Pixta

Odaiba is surprisingly rich in green spaces. Besides the Odaiba Marine Park introduced above, there is also the Symbol Promenade Park famous for its running course, and the Aomi Minami Port Park with a Japanese garden.

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The Telecom Center Observatory, located on the 21st floor of the Telecom Center within Aomi Minami Port Park, can be accessed for free.

Tokyo Tower, Rainbow Bridge, Tokyo Skytree, and even Haneda Airport are visible from this observatory.

Address: Tokyo, Koto, Aomi 2
Website: Aomi Minami Port Park

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25. Ariake Garden

Ariake Garden is a shopping complex that opened in 2020. The facility is very expansive and family-friendly with plenty pf playgrounds and places to rest. If you prefer shopping at leisure in a mall that is less crowded, then do visit Ariake Garden.

Ariake Garden
Website: https://www.tokyo-odaiba.net/en/genre/ariake-garden/

26. Tokyo Big Sight

Tokyo Big Sight, or the Tokyo International Exhibition Center, is an expansive exhibition center hosting large-scale conventions and events. Design Festa, the largest yearly event featuring the works of creators and artisans is held here usually in May.

Tokyo Big Sight
Location: Tokyo, koto, Ariake 3-11-1
Website: https://www.bigsight.jp/english/

Hotels in Odaiba

There are two hotels located in Odaiba. If you would like to enjoy Odaiba to the fullest, then a stay at either of these locations is the best option for you. Other than these two hotels, there are also plenty of accommodations to choose from in nearby Ariake as well.

Hilton Tokyo Odaiba

Opened in October 2015, this is a very new hotel that offers incredible views of Tokyo Bay and is overall a very well-situated place to stay.

Address: Tokyo, Minato, Odaiba 1-9-1
Website: Hilton Tokyo Odaiba

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Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba

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The Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba, also located in Odaiba, stands on the Rinkai-Fukutoshin (Tokyo waterfront) area, and is one of the biggest hotels in the area, with the largest guest rooms available. Depending on the room, you will be able to look out over the Rainbow Bridge, Fuji TV, and even Palette Town.

Address: Tokyo, Minato, Odaiba 2-6-1
Website: Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba

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Tokyo Bay Ariake Washington Hotel

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The Tokyo Bay Ariake Washington Hotel was built with the concept of "enjoy this space as if it were your home" in mind and lives up to this by providing very comfortable and peaceful rooms to its guests. Easily accessed, this is an excellent hotel for travelers to stay in.

Address: Tokyo, Koto, Ariake 3-7-11
Website: Tokyo Bay Ariake Washington Hotel

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Hotel Trusty Tokyo Bayside

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Located right by the Yurikamome line's Kokusai-tenjijo-seimon Station, Hotel Trusty Tokyo Bayside is a very stylish and beautiful hotel. As it is located at the halfway point between Ariake and Odaiba, it's very convenient for travelers as well.

Address: Tokyo, Koto, Ariake 3-1-15
Website: Hotel Trusty Tokyo Bayside

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There are also plenty of different accommodations available in the Shimbashi and Toyosu areas of Tokyo as well; these areas have many comparatively reasonably priced business hotels for those on a tighter budget.

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How to Get to Odaiba

1. Traveling from Tokyo Station to Odaiba (JR and Yurikamome lines)

If you are traveling to Odaiba from Tokyo Station, then the most convenient trains to use are the JR and Yurikamome lines. We suggest going from Tokyo Station (JR Yamanote, etc) to Shimbashi Station, then switching to the Yurikamome line and getting off at Odaiba-kaihin Koen Station.

The Yurikamome line is a train that makes a full loop through Odaiba, making it easy to visit places like Odaiba Marine Park, Tokyo Big Sight, and other commercial buildings and tourist attractions.

If you are going to be traveling from Tokyo Station to Odaiba, then you must first use one of the JR lines (Yamanote, Tokaido Main Line, Ueno-Tokyo Line, Yokosuka Line bound for Zushi, and others) to head from Tokyo Station to Shimbashi Station. After arriving at Shimbashi, switch to the Yurikamome line and travel to Odaiba-kaihin Koen Station.

It will take about 30 minutes in total to reach your destination, and the fare from Tokyo Station to Shimbashi will be 150 yen, and from Shimbashi to Odaiba-kaihin Koen Station (Odaiba Marine Park), 330 yen. One warning, though, there is a bit of a walk required to get from JR Shimbashi Station to the Yurikamome line Shimbashi Station.

2. Traveling from Shinagawa Station to Odaiba (Bus)

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If you are traveling from Shinagawa Station to Odaiba, the fastest and cheapest route possible is to take the Odaiba Rainbow Bus.

You can catch this bus from the Shinagawa Station Konan Exit (East Exit) bus stop. Go out of the JR Shinagawa Station Konan Exit (East Exit), turn right, and go down the stairs near Atre Shinagawa, the bus stop is down there.

It will take about 30 minutes to travel from Shinagawa Station to Odaiba and will cost 220 yen. You can purchase an all-day bus pass within the bus as well.

3. Traveling from Ikebukuro, Shinjuku or Shibuya (Rinkai Line)

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If you are traveling to Odaiba from Ikebukuro, Shinjuku or Shibuya Stations, then we recommend taking the Rinkai line. As this line operates in conjunction with the JR Saikyo line, you won't need to transfer trains at any point, making it very convenient. Your terminal station will be Tokyo Teleport Station.

Ikebukuro Station (Rinkai line) to Tokyo Teleport Station
Takes: about 30 minutes
Fare: 550 yen

Shinjuku Station (Rinkai line) to Tokyo Teleport Station
Takes: about 24 minutes
Fare: 520 yen

Shibuya Station (Rinkai line) to Tokyo Teleport Station
Takes: about 18 minutes
Fare: 510 yen

It should be noted, however, that the Rinkai line only travels about three times an hour, and its last train bound for Shinjuku is far earlier than the last trains on other lines. If you are going to be seeing the night view in Odaiba or otherwise staying late there, then please be aware of your time limits or have an alternative route planned, just in case.

If you would like to take a route other than the Rinkai line, then the below-mentioned routes from these stations to Shimbashi Station, and from Shinbashi Station to the Yurikamome line to Odaiba Marine Park (taking 13 minutes and costing 330 yen) are your best options.

Ikebukuro Station or Shinjuku Station (Yamanote line) to Shimbashi Station
From Ikebukuro, takes 28 minutes and costs 210 yen
From Shinjuku, takes 17 minutes and costs 210 yen

Shibuya Station (Ginza Subway line) to Shimbashi Station
Takes 13 minutes and costs 180 yen

4. Traveling from Asakusa and Ryogoku by River Cruise

Did you know that you can take a water taxi from Asakusa to Odaiba? If you'd like to comfortably take in the scenery as you travel, then the water taxi on the Sumida River is the best option for you. And, because it is a direct line to Odaiba from Asakusa, it's easy to take, too.

Asakusa Pier - Odaiba Seaside Park
Takes about 50 minutes and costs 1,720 yen for adults and 860 yen for children

For reservations and timetables, please check the official website of Tokyo Cruise's Suijo Bus Line.

Alternatively, you can also travel from Ryogoku River Center to Odaiba Seaside Park on the Tokyo Mizube Cruising Line. This ride is less expensive, priced at 1,200 yen (8.25 USD), and takes about 50 minutes.

Book the Sumida River Cruise to Odaiba

Transportation Within Odaiba

Within Odaiba itself, it is most convenient to walk from place to place, but if your destination is a bit further than you'd like to walk, it is best to use either the Yurikamome line trains or take the Odaiba Rainbow Bus.

Or, you can also take the exceptionally convenient and free Tokyo Bay Shuttle Bus, which departs every 20 minutes along its set routes and is available from 11:30 in the morning until 19:30 at night.

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Enjoy Your Time in Odaiba

Odaiba has developed after 2000 so it's a relatively new part of Tokyo. Besides amusement, the wonderful views of Tokyo Bay and the city make it a fun destination at any time of the year.

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