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Suidobashi, The vibrant recreational area

2025/6/9

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The Suidobashi area is an entertainment zone packed with leisure spots like Tokyo Dome and Koishikawa Korakuen. Centered around Tokyo Dome City, which hosts various events, the area is also home to hotels, restaurants, and shopping facilities, making it perfect for visitors looking to enjoy a stay-and-play experience.
 
Within walking distance are other attractive districts such as Korakuen, Jimbocho, Iidashi, and Ochanomizu, making it a popular route for leisurely strolls. Surrounded  by institutions like Tokyo University, Hitotsubashi University, and Toyo High School, Suidobashi is also known as a student town. It exudes a unique atmosphere where youthful energy meets rich history and culture.
 

Tokyo Dome: Japan’s Landmark Multipurpose Stadium

Opened in 1989, Tokyo Dome is Japan’s first all-weather multipurpose stadium and the home ground of the Yomiuri Giants professional baseball team. Its iconic white dome, once nicknamed the “Big Egg,” spans about 46,755 square meters. It can seat around 43,500 for baseball games and up to 55,000 for other events, such as concerts and sports tournaments.

  

Hosting Major Concerts from around the World

Beyond baseball, Tokyo Dome has welcomed many large-scale concerts by J-POP, K-POP, and international artists. Notable performers include aespa, NewJeans, Bruno Mars, Mariah Carey, and Van Halen. Taylor Swift’s record-breaking “The Eras Tour” also held a Japan performance here, cementing the venue’s status as a top destination for music fans.

 

A Town with an Academic Atmosphere

As a student hub with schools like Tokyo University, Hitotsubashi University,  and Toyo University, Suidobashi is lined with affordable eateries, cafes, and bookstores. Nearby Jimbocho, known as the Book Town, is popular for its second-hand bookshops and curry restaurants. Music lovers head to Ochanomizu, a town of instrument shops, while Kagurazaka blends Japanese and Western culture in its unique streetscape.

 

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