Top Things to do in Chuo
10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Chuo That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Chuo, Japan including Hama Rikyu Gardens, Kabukiza Theater, Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple, Bank of Japan Currency Museum, Nihonbashi Bridge, Harumi Wharf, Suitengu Shrine, Tsukiji Jogai Market, Kachidoki Bridge, Tsukishima Monjya Street.
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1. Hama Rikyu Gardens
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4.5 based on 1,915 reviews
This popular park is located next to Tokyo Bay and contains one of the most beautiful gardens in the city.
Reviewed By ghayman - Greenbelt, United States
Strolling through this well maintained and a peaceful 62-acre park is a recommended activity. There are meadows, paths, lakes, bridges, a tea house, a lighthouse, benches and even platforms where you can lie down and stretch out. This public park area, the "Hama Detached Palace Garden", was the former site of the old Imperial gardens of the Edo period. It reminds you of Central Park in New York City but to a smaller scale. The park is located in the Chuo area of Tokyo on the banks of the Sumida river and only a short walking distance from the former Tsukiji Fish Market (now moved to a new location.) One can stroll and admire the manicured gardens and landscape enjoying the peaceful tranquility and beauty of the surroundings. Entrance fee is ~$2.60 US ($1.30 Senior). There are restrooms available and several smoking areas. Other areas include flower displays, trees (including cherry trees), horse exercising, tea ceremony, stores, lakes, bridges, and even duck hunting. It is located close to the Tsukijishijo subway station on the Oedo line.
2. Kabukiza Theater
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4.5 based on 1,005 reviews
Traditional Japanese Kabuki performances can be seen at this refurbished theater in the Ginza district.
Reviewed By Escape618129
The tickets are available over the counter half an hour before the play which spares all the hassle with prebooking. The theatre itself is impressive and the play worth seeing even for non Japanese speakers. The costumes from Edo period look like a fairytale, it was also suprising to hear the music and voices during the play. You can use Enhlish transcripts.
3. Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple
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4.0 based on 1,022 reviews
Tsukiji Hongwanji is a branch temple of Nishi (West) Hongwanji in Kyoto. The current Main Worship Hall was designed by Ito Chuta and rebuilt in 1934 after being destroyed by the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923. The Main Worship Hall, Gate Posts (Main Gate, North Gate and South Gate) and Stone Wall were designated as Important Cultural Properties in 2014.
Reviewed By melissamontovino - Shinjuku, Japan
Enter the temple to pray and show respect to God. Very ornate; of Indian influence. There are very clean restrooms inside and no fee to enter.
4. Bank of Japan Currency Museum
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4.0 based on 234 reviews
Reviewed By geographyguy_11
I am no economist but I do love a good central bank museum. The Bank of Japan was no exception and offers a wealth of information about Japanese history inside its small display. The security staff at the entry were helpful in giving me an English guide to the exhibits, with further leaflets available in the museum itself. It is extremely comprehensive, detailing the history of currency in Japan from gold and silver ingots to the first paper money to the reforms required as the country opened up to the West during the Meiji period. This museum helped me put some of the things I had learnt at other museums in context. There are a set of stamps to collect as you go around and lots of coins, notes and associated objects to inspect. Well worth a trip if you love history, politics or old money!
5. Nihonbashi Bridge
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4.0 based on 790 reviews
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Reviewed By hktn2020 - Tokyo, Japan
This famous stone bridge is the birthplace of Tokyo. Built in 1603, the bridge was declared the starting point of 5 key routes across Japan. Even today, seven national roads are measured from here. A metal plate in the road marks the exact spot where all distances are measured. The bridge is decorated auspiciously with statues of mythical Kirin creatures.
6. Harumi Wharf
7. Suitengu Shrine
8. Tsukiji Jogai Market
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4.0 based on 1,895 reviews
Reviewed By danielvJ7722IT - Darwin, Australia
The fish markets are huge, I spent about 3 hours walking around the area. Try sampling some of the fresh seafood, I had the best sea urchin (umi) that I had ever had (so creamy), the largest fish eggs which pop in the mouth and delicious oysters with a favor that I can describe.
9. Kachidoki Bridge
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4.0 based on 276 reviews
Reviewed By L1836TZlauras - Sedro Woolley, United States
This was near our beautiful hotel, Royal Park. On way to fish market and a great place to view Tokyo and to enjoy city landmark.
10. Tsukishima Monjya Street
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4.0 based on 719 reviews
Reviewed By 390davidw390 - Neath, United Kingdom
One of the must do's in Ginza is a 5am visit to the fish market and auction, when this interesting event is over take the bus back to the Old Tsukishi Market, your early morning hunger will disappear in the kaleidoscope of foods on offer in the many varied, delicious and colourful stalls and small eateries. Really a must visit place if your a food and in Tokyo
