Table of Contents
1. Video for Area Guide in Waseda
Here is our video guide for Waseda. Enjoy the walk with belongingJAPAN.
2. Where is Waseda, in Tokyo?
Shinjuku-ku Waseda is located next to Kagurazaka and is convenient, with the Tozai Line running through it and Tokyo Station reachable in under 20 minutes. Surrounded by Waseda University and Gakushuin University, it’s a popular area for students to families, bustling with nature. The rare Tokyo Sakura Tram runs here, allowing you to enjoy history and culture.
If you are interested to see our area guide in Kagurazaka, please take a look below.
3. Where to eat and drink at Waseda?
RIHGA ROYAL HOTEL
If you’re looking for places to eat and drink in Waseda, there are several options to consider.
For a relaxing experience with fewer crowds and beautiful scenery, you can visit a café at Waseda University, such as Uni.Cafe 125. Non-students are also welcome to enjoy their time here.
For a more luxurious experience, you might consider staying at the Rihga Royal Hotel. The hotel features the Garden Lounge, where you can indulge in delicious sweets and light meals while admiring the beautiful garden. Additionally, the hotel offers a variety of restaurants, including teppanyaki and Chinese cuisine.
4. What to do in Waseda?
YAYOI KUSAMA MUSEUM
Firstly, we recommend visiting the Yayoi Kusama Museum. This museum was founded by the avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama, and is run by the Yayoi Kusama Foundation. The museum showcases a wide range of Yayoi Kusama’s works in exhibitions held approximately twice a year.
For further details, please visit the article below.
JUTTOKU.
Secondly, there’s Juttoku, a specialty incense store located between Waseda and Kagurazaka. Here, you can purchase Japanese incense and a variety of censers in different designs. Additionally, you can even experience creating your own incense. For further information, please refer to the article below.
THE HARUKI MURAKAMI LIBRARY
Lastly, you might also be interested in the Haruki Murakami Library at Waseda University. It’s a library where you can find Haruki Murakami’s books translated into over 50 languages from around the world. Additionally, there’s an audio room where you can immerse yourself in Haruki Murakami’s world.
