A Walking Route from Tokyo Station, through Marunouchi Nakadori and Hibiya Park, to a Long-Established Soba Restaurant in Toranomon.

Tokyo Station’ is our starting point this time. This walking route covers a bit of distance, so don’t forget to stay hydrated.

I recommend the route through Marunouchi Nakadori from Tokyo Station. It’s a beautiful tree-lined street lined with high-end shops. But it’s not just about luxury; you’ll find chain restaurants in the basements of buildings, as well as art galleries and specialist tea shops from Kyoto.

The walk this time involves traversing a grid-like path. With its clear directions, numerous detours are highly encouraged.

TOKYO STATION

The red brick station building has become not only a train station but also a tourist attraction. Both inside and outside the ticket gates, there are many buildings, stores, and other attractions. If you feel lost because of the large area, remember the two area names: “Marunouchi” on the west side (inside the Yamanote Line) and “Yaesu” on the east …

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ECHIRE MAISONDUBEURRE MARUNOUCHI

Baked goods and croissants made with Echire’s fermented butter. The croissants are especially popular and are sold out in the morning. But the baked pastry financiers are also delicious, so you can go there in the afternoon. You can eat them on the benches in the plaza of Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum.

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MIDTOWN HIBIYA PARK VIEW GARDEN

It is a little hard to find, but it is a very pleasant place overlooking Hibiya Park and the Imperial Palace. To get there, go to the movie theater from the 3rd floor and take the escalator to the 6th floor. There is a cafe on the same floor, so you can buy a drink and relax here.

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HIBIYA PARK

A large park located next to the Imperial Palace. It is conveniently situated with many train stations in the vicinity. I recommend enjoying tea or having lunch at the terrace on the ground floor of “Matsumoto-ro” Restaurant, which is located near the center of the park. There is also a unique library with an unusual building design.

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TORANOMON SUNABA

An old and long-established soba restaurant. Although the building has been renovated, it still maintains the nostalgic atmosphere of the past. When you get tired from your walk, why not casually stop by for some nourishment and hydration before continuing your journey with renewed energy?

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ATAGO SHRINE

A famous shrine known as the “Stairway to Success.” Be sure to exercise caution when ascending or descending the truly steep staircase. It is said to be the highest natural elevation (26 meters) among the 23 special wards of Tokyo. Behind the shrine, you’ll find a genuine cheese specialty shop called Fermier.

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TORANOMON HILLS

If you’re looking to take a break near Toranomon, I recommend “Bakery & Grill Sawamura Toranomon” or “THE 3RD CAFE by Standard Coffee” located within Toranomon Hills. This area has been developed with the aim of hosting the Olympics, and even a Toranomon Hills station on the Hibiya Line has been created. However, be cautious as the building and station …

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Toranomon Hills is our goal this time. Let’s take a break at the bakery Sawamura on the second floor (the same Sawamura that is in Karuizawa and Hiroo is also in Toranomon Hills).

Toranomon Hills Station (H06) is attached to the building, but it is difficult to find the station from inside the building, so it may be faster to find it on the ground by looking at Google Maps.

Unless you work there, you might not often find yourself heading to Toranomon. That’s why it’s perfect for a walk. As an area still under development, it’s likely to become even more enjoyable in the future.

After taking a short break in Toranomon Hills, if you still have the energy to walk, let’s head towards “Tokyo Tower”! It’s about a 20-minute leisurely walk.