Sakura Hotel Ikebukuro | Top Local Spots & Sightseeing

Ikebukuro area where entertainment and culture come together

Located in the heart of Ikebukuro, Sakura Hotel Ikebukuro offers easy access to shopping, dining, and Tokyo’s pop-culture scene. Enjoy the vibrant mix of entertainment and everyday Tokyo life, all within walking distance.

①Sunshine City

・Access : 8 minutes from the hotel on foot
・Highlights : A massive entertainment complex featuring an aquarium, observation deck, shopping mall, and Pokémon Center.

Sunshine City in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, a large shopping and entertainment complex with an observation deck and aquarium

②Sunshine Aquarium

・Access : 8 minutes from the hotel on foot
・Highlights : A city oasis on a rooftop, known for its “Flying Penguins” sky pool and creative marine displays.

Sunshine Aquarium in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, an urban aquarium featuring marine life exhibits and outdoor sky pool

③Otome Road / Animate Ikebukuro

・Access : 7 minutes from the hotel on foot
・Highlights : A must-visit for anime and manga fans, featuring the flagship Animate store and cosplay culture.

Otome Road and Animate Ikebukuro in Tokyo, a popular area for anime, manga, and cosplay culture

④Minami Ikebukuro Park

・Access : 10 minutes from the hotel on foot
・Highlights : A relaxing green park with a café—perfect for morning walks or takeout lunches in the sun.

Minami Ikebukuro Park in Tokyo, a relaxing green space in Ikebukuro popular for picnics and outdoor cafés