Faq Frequently Asked Questions
About Chuo-ku Tourism Association
- Q.1Do you have a tourist guide map?
- A.1
Tourist guide maps in Japanese, English, Korean, and Chinese are available at the counters of tourist associations. If you pay the postage, we will send it free of charge. Click here for details.
- Q.2Do you have any photos of events or streets in the city? Also, can I borrow pictures?
- A.2
We will lend up to 5 points at a time from the winning works of the sightseeing photo contest. Please note that there are rental conditions, so please contact us after checking. For details, please refer to the "PHOTO & MOVIE" (link) on the site.
- Q.3Is it possible to link on the website of the tourist association?
- A.3
In principle, the members of the tourist association are limited, so links cannot be made. In addition, it is possible to link from your company or organization to the Tourism Association.
- Q.4Please tell me how to join the tourist association. Also, what kind of benefits do you have?
- A.4
This association is a voluntary organization composed of companies and organizations that agree with the purpose of the association. To join, please submit the "Application Form". The annual membership fee is 10,000 yen per unit. For more information, please see "About Tourism Association" (link).
In addition, members' benefits are posted on the tourist guide map and website to introduce members, and a membership card is issued.
- Q.5Do you have a tourist information magazine? Is it free? Do you have to pay?
- A.5
There are 2,100 yen per book "Hiroshige Famous Edo Hundred Views" edited and published by our association, and 1,728 yen per book "Chuo-ku Monoshiri Encyclopedia". There is no free information magazine, but maps are available.
- Q.6I'd like to ask you to get a tourist guide map. Please let me know the business hours.
- A.6
It is from 8:30 to 17:00 on weekdays. Closed on Saturday, Sunday and public holidays. It is also available at the Chuo-ku Tourist Information Center (9: 00-21: 00, open all year round), Chuo-ku government office, Nihonbashi special branch office, and Tsukishima special branch office.
About sightseeing and events
- Q.1What kind of event is being held in Chuo-ku now?
- A.1
Various events are held somewhere in the city. Please refer to the “Tourist Event Information” on the website of the Tourism Association for details such as the date and time.
- Q.2Is there anyone who guides you through the city walk?
- A.2
It is Chuo-ku, a city of history, tradition, culture and information dissemination. Chuo-ku cultural property supporters (volunteers) who have visited the history since Edo and completed the training course of the city will guide you through the charming town. . Specifically, please see "town walk volunteer guide" (link).
- Q.3I want to go to Tsukiji Outer Market for meals and shopping. When is the market holiday?
- A.3
There are more than 300 stores, including seafood, fruits and vegetables, pickles, foodstuffs, and restaurants. In addition, some stores close after noon because they open early in the morning. Market holidays are Sunday, public holidays and Wednesday (sometimes). For detailed information, see the homepage (external link) of the Tsukiji over-the-counter market.
- Q.4Is there a sightseeing bus that goes around sightseeing spots in the city?
- A.4
With the cooperation of local sponsoring companies, a free patrol bus "MetroLink" runs every 10 minutes while stopping at 12 locations such as Nihonbashi, Yaesu, and Kyobashi areas at the Yaesu Exit of Tokyo Station. . Contact phone number (03-5689-0912). In addition, please use community bus "Edo Bus" of Chuo-ku (100 yen per ride).
- Q.5Which bus should I take to get to Harumi Triton or Harumi Wharf by bus?
- A.5
There are two routes: "Tokyo Bus Higashi 12" from Tokyo Station Yaesu Exit to Harumi Wharf, and "Tokyo Bus Miyako 05" from Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Exit to Harumi Wharf.
- Q.6Please let me know if there is a tour of Seven Lucky Gods.
- A.6
There are two courses in the city. "Nihonbashi Seven Lucky Gods Tour Course" (link) and "Ginza Seven Lucky Gods Tour Course" (link). For details, please refer to the following website.
- Q.7What should I use to go to Hamarikyu Gardens?
- A.7
Get off at Shiodome or Tsukiji Market Station on the Toei Oedo Line, a 7-minute walk. Get off at Shimbashi Station on the Ginza Line and Toei Asakusa Line, a 12-minute walk. A 7-minute walk from Yurikamome Shiodome Station.
- Q.8Where is the park where you can see cherry blossoms in Chuo-ku?
- A.8
In the ward, there are 22 places to see cherry blossoms and row of cherry blossom trees in parks, etc., and 5 cherry blossom spots in one place. A highlight map will be posted on the association's website according to the flowering time.
- Q.9Where is the "Mitsuo Aida Museum" (link)?
- A.9
Address: 3-5-1 Marunouchi 3-chome, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo International Forum B1F (the nearest station) 3-minute walk from JR Yurakucho Station International Forum Exit, 5-minute walk from Marunouchi South Exit of Tokyo Station, 3-minute walk from Yurakucho Station Subway Yurakucho Line (reference phone number) 03-6212-3200
- Q.10Do you have a map of historic sites and cultural properties in Chuo-ku?
- A.10
We issue "Chuo-ku cultural assets tour" in Board of Education. The person in charge is the Local Tenmonkan, the Library and Cultural Properties Division. Contact phone number (03-3546-5537).
- Q.11I would like to see the Sumida River by boat, but please tell me the boarding route.
- A.11
There are several water buses operating. "Tokyo Waterside Line" (link) Inquiries Phone number 03-5608-8869 "Tokyo Tourism Steamship" (link) Inquiries Phone number 0120-977-311 (toll-free), etc.
- Q.12Please tell us the implementation time of "Ginza Street Pedestrian Street".
- A.12
Pedestrian paradise will be held on Saturday, Sunday and public holidays. The time is from 12:00 to 18:00 from April to September. From October to March, from 12:00 to 17:00.
- Q.13I saw many people wearing kimonos in Ginza, what kind of event is it?
- A.13
It is a gathering of "Kimono de Ginza" that gathers at Ginza 4-chome "Wako-mae" at 3:00 on the second Saturday of every month. Anyone can participate freely.
- Q.14What is the night view spot in Chuo-ku?
- A.14
The recommended place for "Night View Spot" (link) in the city is (1) "Harumi Triton" which is lit up colorfully. Get off at Uchidoki Station on the Toei Oedo Line and walk 10 minutes. (2)It is the gateway to the sea of Tokyo and the secret spot of Tokyo Bay night view spot "Tokyo Port Harumi Wharf" From Tokyo Station Yaesu Exit / Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Exit, get off at the end of the bus bound for Harumi Wharf. (3)Located in promenade along the Sumida River, Kachidokibashi is illuminated from Hatoba Park. Get off at Tsukiji Station on the Hibiya Line and walk 8 minutes. (4)You can see the Eitai Bridge, which is also lit up close from Shinkawa Park. Get off at Kayabacho Station on the Tozai Subway Line and Hibiya Line, an 8-minute walk.
- Q.15Is the Tsukiji Outer Market open on Sunday too?
- A.15
Basically, it is closed on Sunday and Wednesday (irregular holidays) when Toyosu Market is closed except for restaurants and specific shops. However, recently, the number of shops that open little by little is increasing. It's lively until around 15:00, including weekdays. For more information, please refer to the official website of Tsukiji Outer Market.
- Q.16I would like to take a walk in the city, where is the recommended course?
- A.16
There is a "recommended walking course" to stroll around the city. For details, please refer to the website.
About accommodation facilities
- Q.1I'm looking for accommodations such as hotels. Can you introduce me?
- A.1
In the ward, there are "accommodation facilities" (links) such as hotels. We do not offer accommodation reservations, but we would like to introduce some hotels.
- Q.2Are there any accommodations where I can stay with pets?
- A.2
There are two facilities where small dogs can stay.
About restaurants
- Q.1Please tell me a delicious sushi restaurant or restaurant.
- A.1
Foods like sushi have individual preferences, such as prices, tastes, and the atmosphere of the store, so it's hard to introduce a specific store.
- Q.2I would like to go to eat "Monja", but please tell me the holidays and business hours.
- A.2
Tsukishima Nishinakadori Shopping Street (commonly known as Monja Street) has 65 Monjaya shops. Regular holidays and business hours vary depending on the store. Inquiries are "Tsukishima Monja Promotion Association Cooperative" (external link) (03-3532-1990). Transportation is convenient at the Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line, Toei Oedo Line, and Exit 7 of Tsukishima Station.
- Q.3What kind of things are there in famous confectionery in Chuo-ku?
- A.3
Only members of the Association have issued a sticker (100 Shiori 200 yen) to widely recommend it as "Chuo-ku Tourism Association recommended specialty products" (link). Products with seals are a gem recommended by our association.
About parking lot
- Q.1Is there a large parking lot near Tsukiji Outer Market to stop buses?
- A.1
There is no public parking lot. In addition, private parking lots can be used for a fee, but since they are not a parking lot for profit purposes, they are not always available at any time, so prior confirmation is required. You can make a reservation from "Online" (external link).
- Q.2Is there a large parking lot such as a bus in the ward?
- A.2
There is Ichiba Bridge parking lot near Tsukiji Market. Reservations can only be made online. Please make a reservation from the sightseeing bus parking lot reservation on the Chuo-ku Tourism Association website. In addition, there is "Marunouchi Kajibashi Parking Lot" in nearby Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku.
Contact phone number (03-3287-5771)