What other travelers are saying about Tokyo Chuo City Tourist Information Center
I had a really great experience at the Information Centre last year in November. I tried the Japanese Calligraphy workshop where this employee helped me in writing my name in Japanese and she let me try it quite a few times. She spoke basic English so communication was not a problem. They also had the free Kimono experience as well at that time which I tried but the pictures were not so great and hence not adding them here in the review.
You can also take a stamp in your diary of this Centre. You can add a review on a website and they give you a gift. There are also really nice post cards and other items which you can shop for! Highly recommended!
Exceptional hospitality and engagement - the team working here will guide you in understanding Tokyo and the Japanese culture - regardless of you are looking for advice how to go hiking or participate in a workshop where you can try to write your name in Japanese! Phenomenal tourist centre! Thumbs up!
Went here 2 years ago, was actually just passing by but the free kimono try on banner stop us. The team was very helpful and speak fluent english. They also sell weekly tourist pass card for riding the MRT / bus.
Got to try kimono for free at this center. Very foreigner friendly, customer service can speak english and they're all very nice! I also got lots of free information books and brochures made specifically for foreigners!
The center is located on the basement level (B1F) of Kyoboshi Edogrand, directly connected to Exit 8 of Kyobashi Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line. It's also just a 5-minute walk from the Yaesu South Exit of JR Tokyo Station. The address makes it one of the most accessible tourist information centers in central Tokyo, with excellent connectivity to major transportation hubs.
Staff members provide assistance in Japanese, English, and Chinese. The center offers comprehensive sightseeing information, multilingual touch panels for self-service searches, free Wi-Fi access, and hands-on cultural experiences including kimono wearing and traditional calligraphy lessons. They also provide product sales and displays, plus complimentary wheelchair rental for day use to visitors staying in Chuo Ward or sightseeing in the district.
The center operates 10:00 to 18:00 daily and remains open year-round except when the Kyobashi Edogrand building is closed. There is no admission fee - all information services, facilities, and cultural activities are provided free of charge to visitors.
The center offers authentic Japanese cultural immersion opportunities beyond standard information services. Visitors can participate in kimono wearing experiences and traditional calligraphy lessons. These hands-on activities are designed to give tourists a deeper understanding of Japanese culture and traditions, reflecting Chuo Ward's character as a district where historic Tokyo traditions coexist with modern elements.
The center specializes in Chuo Ward, which encompasses famous districts like Ginza, Tsukiji, and Nihonbashi. As the primary information hub for one of Tokyo's most culturally rich areas, it's an ideal starting point for understanding the unique blend of traditional Japanese culture and contemporary modernity that defines this district. The center's strategic location and comprehensive local knowledge make it particularly valuable for visitors planning to explore central Tokyo's historic and shopping areas.
