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Best Things to Do in Ikebukuro at Night (Nightlife)

Updated: September 1, 2024

Ikebukuro is one of Tokyo’s busiest districts and is known as a lively area, especially at night. Here are some of Ikebukuro’s nighttime attractions.

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Ikebukuro is an area with many shopping facilities and is especially popular among young people and families.
In particular, Sunshine Street 60 Ikebukuro is the center of Ikebukuro and is crowded with young people and shoppers.

Ikebukuro is a vibrant place with diverse entertainment and dining options, offering visitors many choices.

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1. サンシャイン通り60池袋

Sunshine Street 60 Ikebukuro A street where young people gather with many commercial facilities and restaurants

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Shopping street Restaurant district

Sunshine Street 60 Ikebukuro
Sunshine Street 60 Ikebukuro
Sunshine Street 60 Ikebukuro

Sunshine Street 60 Ikebukuro is a shopping street leading from Ikebukuro Station to Sunshine City, lined with many commercial facilities and restaurants. It is always crowded with fashion brands, cafes, and restaurants popular among young people. For Japanese people, it is a classic spot for shopping and dining, and one of Ikebukuro’s main tourist areas.

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1 Chome-22 Higashiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 170-0013

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2. 美久仁小路

Mikuni Koji Historic dining district lined with izakaya (Japanese style pubs)

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Restaurant district

Mikuni Koji
Mikuni Koji

Mikuni Koji is a historic eating and drinking district in Ikebukuro, lined with retro izakaya (Japanese-style pubs) that evoke the atmosphere of the Showa period. The small street is crowded with locals and tourists alike, with a wide variety of eateries and restaurants. For Japanese people, it is a place where they can enjoy good food and drinks while feeling the nostalgic Showa era.

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1 Chome Higashiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 170-0013

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3. サンシャイン60展望台 てんぼうパーク

Sunshine 60 Observation Deck TENBOU-PARK Observatory with a 360-degree view of Tokyo's spectacular scenery

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Vantage point

Sunshine 60 Observation Deck TENBOU-PARK
Sunshine 60 Observation Deck TENBOU-PARK
Sunshine 60 Observation Deck TENBOU-PARK
Sunshine 60 Observation Deck TENBOU-PARK

Sunshine 60 Observatory TEMBO PARK is an observatory located on the top floor of the Sunshine 60 Building, offering a spectacular 360-degree view of Tokyo. The daytime view is wonderful, but the night view is especially beautiful and romantic.

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60F Sunshine 60 Building, 3 Chome-1 Sunshine City, Higashiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 170-8630, Japan

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4. バグース 池袋店

BAGUS Ikebukuro A variety of entertainment and hospitality offerings

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Billiards Darts Bar

BAGUS Ikebukuro
BAGUS Ikebukuro
BAGUS Ikebukuro
BAGUS Ikebukuro

BAGUS is an entertainment facility in Ikebukuro where you can enjoy billiards, darts, karaoke, and more. With its stylish interior and comfortable environment, it is the perfect place to relax with friends and colleagues. Sun.

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〒171-0022 Tokyo, Toshima City, Minamiikebukuro, 1 Chome-21-2, Humax Pavilion, 4F

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5. ダイニングダーツバーBee 池袋店

Dining Darts Bar Bee Ikebukuro Entertainment and Dining Spot Located in the Ikebukuro

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Entertainment Restaurant Bar

Dining Darts Bar Bee Ikebukuro
Dining Darts Bar Bee Ikebukuro
Dining Darts Bar Bee Ikebukuro
Dining Darts Bar Bee Ikebukuro

Dining Darts Bar Bee Ikebukuro is a bar that combines entertainment and dining, located in the Ikebukuro area of Tokyo. This bar is an ideal spot to enjoy food and drinks while playing darts, making it perfect for spending time with friends or colleagues. The Ikebukuro location is known for its modern and stylish interior, and it attracts a wide range of customers, especially young people.

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8F Saint-Tropez Building, 1 Chome-29-1 Higashiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 170-0013, Japan

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6. グランドシネマサンシャイン 池袋

Grand Cinema Sunshine Ikebukuro Large movie theater with the latest IMAX and 4DX theaters

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Movie theater

Grand Cinema Sunshine Ikebukuro
Grand Cinema Sunshine Ikebukuro
Grand Cinema Sunshine Ikebukuro
Grand Cinema Sunshine Ikebukuro

Grand Cinema Sunshine is a large movie theater in Ikebukuro, featuring the latest IMAX and 4DX theaters. It is a great place for movie fans to enjoy the latest movies with powerful images and sound.

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Grand Cinema Sunshine, 1 Chome-30-3, Higashiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 170-0013, Japan

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7. 南池袋公園

Minami Ikebukuro Park Urban oasis urban park

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Park

Minami Ikebukuro Park
Minami Ikebukuro Park

Minami Ikebukuro Park is an urban park located within walking distance of Ikebukuro Station. With a spacious lawn area, a playground area for children, and a café, it is a popular urban oasis. It is also the center of local community activities, with a variety of seasonal events held in the area.

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2 Chome-21-1 Minamiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 171-0022

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8. ナンジャタウン

NAMJATOWN Theme park operated by Namco Bandai

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Theme park

NAMJATOWN
NAMJATOWN
NAMJATOWN
NAMJATOWN

Nanja Town is a theme park located in Sunshine City in Ikebukuro and operated by Namco Bandai Entertainment Inc. Popular with families and young people, the gourmet area offers dumplings and sweets from all over Japan. The park is also packed with entertainment elements, such as haunted houses and mystery-solving attractions.

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2F Sunshine City World Import Mart Building, 3 Chome, Higashiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 170-0014, Japan

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9. コニカミノルタプラネタリウム満天

Konica Minolta Planetarium Manten Planetarium combining the latest technology with music and stories

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Planetarium

Konica Minolta Planetarium Manten
Konica Minolta Planetarium Manten
Konica Minolta Planetarium Manten

Konica Minolta Planetarium Manten is a planetarium located in Sunshine City. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful starry sky with the latest imaging technology and relax with reclining seats and the aroma of aroma.

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Rooftop of Sunshine City World Import Mart Building, 3 Chome-1-3, Higashiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 170-0013, Japan

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Official Site Konica Minolta Planetarium Manten

10. タイムズ スパ・レスタ

Times Spa Resta Spa facilities with natural hot springs and a variety of relaxation options

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Spa

Times Spa Resta
Times Spa Resta
Times Spa Resta

Times Spa Resta is a spa facility located in Ikebukuro, where you can enjoy natural hot springs and a variety of relaxation menus. Ideal for a refreshing break from the hustle and bustle of the city, saunas and massages are also available.

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12F Times Station Ikebukuro, 4 Chome-25-9 Higashiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 170-0013, Japan

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11. ジンジャーズビーチ・サンシャイン

GINGER'S BEACH SUNSHINE Hawaiian restaurant with spectacular views of Tokyo

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Restaurant Vantage point

GINGER'S BEACH SUNSHINE
GINGER'S BEACH SUNSHINE
GINGER'S BEACH SUNSHINE

GINGER’S BEACH SUNSHINE is a restaurant located in Sunshine City in Ikebukuro that serves Hawaiian cuisine. In an open, resort-like atmosphere, diners can enjoy authentic dishes such as seafood and steaks.

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59F Sunshine 60 Building, Sunshine City, 3 Chome-1-1, Higashiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 170-6059, Japan

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12. サンシャイン水族館

Sunshine Aquarium Aquarium famous for its penguins in the sky

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Aquarium

Sunshine Aquarium
Sunshine Aquarium
Sunshine Aquarium
Sunshine Aquarium

The Sunshine Aquarium is an aquarium located on the rooftop of Sunshine City. Although it is located in the middle of the city, visitors can observe the abundant marine life up close. The penguins in the sky and the jellyfish exhibit in the large tank are especially popular.

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Rooftop of Sunshine City World Import Mart Building, 3 Chome-1, Higashiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 170-8630, Japan

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Official Site Sunshine Aquarium

Tokyo's Local Cuisine

1. 江戸前寿司

Edomae Sushi Sushi made with fresh seafood from Tokyo Bay

Edomae Sushi is made with fresh seafood from Tokyo Bay and is a symbol of Tokyo’s sushi culture. The artisanal skills of the sushi chefs are evident in the nigirizushi and makizushi, and the high-end sushi restaurants in Tsukiji Market and Ginza are particularly famous.

2. ラーメン

Ramen Various ramen from all over Japan

Tokyo is teeming with a wide variety of ramen restaurants. You can enjoy a variety of soups, such as soy sauce, salt, miso, and tonkotsu (pork bone). Tokyo’s ramen is especially popular among tourists because of its unique style and abundance of toppings.

3. うな重

Unaju Grilled broiled eel on a bed of rice

Unaju is extremely popular. Unaju is a dish consisting of grilled broiled eel on a bed of rice. In particular, unajyu served at long-established restaurants that have been in business since the Edo period offers a traditional taste.

4. もんじゃ焼き

Monjayaki Famous Teppanyaki Cuisine

Monjayaki is a teppan-yaki dish famous in downtown Tokyo, especially in the Tsukishima area. Ingredients such as cabbage, seafood, and meat are mixed into a thin batter and grilled on a teppan grill. It is a homey and familiar dish for locals, as they enjoy grilling it by themselves.

5. ちゃんこ鍋

Chanko-Nabe One-pot meals eaten by sumo wrestlers in their rooms on a daily basis

Chanko-nabe is a nabe dish served at the famous sumo stables in the Ryogoku district of Tokyo. It is nutritious and hearty, with plenty of meat, fish, and vegetables. Chanko-nabe is known as a dish used by sumo wrestlers to improve their physical strength.

6. 油そば

Aburasoba A kind of ramen without soup

Aburasoba is a type of ramen with no broth, a dish in which noodles are tossed with sauce. In Tokyo, there are many restaurants specializing in this dish, and with a wide variety of toppings, it is a fun way to customize the dish to your own taste.

7. 天ぷら

Tempura Fried dishes with fresh seafood and vegetables

Tempura in Tokyo is a deep-fried dish made with fresh seafood and vegetables and characterized by the Edo-mae technique. Its crispy texture and simple seasoning that makes the most of the flavors of the ingredients are appealing.

8. 深川めし

Fukagawa-meshi Rice cooked with clams

Fukagawa-meshi is a dish that originated in the Fukagawa district of downtown Tokyo. Typical dishes include rice cooked with clams and rice topped with miso soup with clams. This dish began as a fisherman’s dish and is still loved by the locals today, a simple yet delicious dish that shows the bounty of the sea.