メイン画像 メイン画像

TOKOROZAWA
SAKURA TOWN

About
What is TOKOROZAWA SAKURA TOWN?
Get Map & Pamphlet PDF
TOKOROZAWA SAKURA TOWN is the new pop-culture entertainment complex of Japan, featuring grand architecture by world renowned architect Kengo Kuma.
The multi-purpose complex includes museums, a beautiful modern shrine, year-round events & festivities, shopping, karaoke & net cafe, and some great ramen!
SAKURA TOWN also hosts anime, manga & gaming related events & exhibitions throughout the year.
With plenty to see & do, it’s a great option for a half-day trip or even overnight stay.

Facilities

MUSEUM

Kadokawa Culture Museum
As you approach SAKURA TOWN, it’s impossible to not notice the museum’s enormous rock-shaped structure come into view.
Kadokawa Culture Museum is an all-in-one cultural complex with a library, an art gallery and museum.
You have to at least see the 8m / 26.25ft high Bookshelf Theater inside.
Anime & manga fans should check out the EJ Anime Museum, as well as the Manga & Light Novel Library.
Hours
10:00 - 18:00 (last entry 17:30)
Closed
Tuesdays
*If the Tuesday falls on a public holiday, the museum will be open.
learn more

SHOP & EAT

Eat & shop til you drop at one of the many options available below.
Please note business hours may change on the day without prior notice due to extenuating circumstances.

Eat

  • Tully’s Coffee
    Tully’s Coffee
    Eat-in or takeout coffeehouse
    Everyday:
    9:00 - 19:00
  • MusashiRikyu
    MusashiRikyu
    Matcha (green tea) dessert specialist
    Mon-Fri:
    10:30 - 18:00 (LO 17:40)
    Weekends & Public Holidays:
    10:30 - 19:00 (LO 18:40)
    *Closed Tuesdays.
  • Ramen Walker Kitchen
    Ramen Walker Kitchen
    A ramen restaurant space that invites the nation’s best to set up shop here a month at a time to deliver their masterpieces to the wider public.
    Everyday:
    11:00 - 20:00
    *Irregular close days.
  • Canteen KADOKAWA
    Canteen KADOKAWA
    Buffet-style restaurant managed by KADOKAWA.
    A variety of side dishes, spiced curries, and desserts using Tokorozawa and Saitama ingredients are popular. Special menus in collaboration with museum exhibitions and anime are sometimes available.
    Everyday:
    11:00 - 17:00 (LO 16:00)
    *Closed Tuesdays.
  • KadoCafe
    KadoCafe
    Small cafe space inside Kadokawa Culture Musem
    10:00 - 18:00 (LO 17:30)
    *Closed Tuesdays.
  • SACULA DINER
    SACULA DINER
    Specialist restaurant that uses locally sourced ingredients
    11:30 - 18:00 (LO 17:30)
    *Closed Tuesdays.

Shop

  • Information Center
    Information Center
    Visit here if you have any questions or need assistance
    Everyday:
    10:00 - 18:00
  • LOVE SAITAMA PARK presented by J:COM
    LOVE SAITAMA PARK presented by J:COM
    A souvenir shop where you can buy gifts & snacks local to Saitama Prefecture.
    10:00 - 18:00
    *Closed Tuesdays.
  • DA VINCI STORE
    DA VINCI STORE
    Book store with anime/manga merchandise
    Mon-Fri:
    11:00 - 19:00
    Weekends & Public Holidays:
    10:00 - 20:00
    *Closed every 1st, 3rd & 5th Tuesday of every month
  • ResonaGroup SELFPLAZA
    ResonaGroup SELFPLAZA
    ATM services
    Mon-Fri:
    8:00 - 21:00
    Weekends & Public Holidays:
    9:00 - 21:00
  • Rock Museum Shop
    Rock Museum Shop
    Souvenir shop inside Kadokawa Culture Museum
    10:00 - 18:00
    *Closed Tuesdays.
  • CAPSULE STUDIO
    CAPSULE STUDIO
    A variety of capsule toys are available, including the latest trendy and popular characters, and gems linked to Sakura Town events.
    Mon-Fri:
    11:00 - 19:00
    Weekends & Public Holidays:
    10:00 - 20:00
    *Closed every 1st, 3rd & 5th Tuesday of every month
  • FamilyMart
    FamilyMart
    A new style convenience store with space for community development through culture and art. multimedia kiosk and ATMs are available.
    Everyday:
    9:30～18:30

SHRINE

Musashino Reiwa Shrine
The newly built modern-looking shrine was built as a wish for the continual growth & development of Japanese culture.
Inside you will find gorgeous ceiling art by Yoshitaka Amano of Final Fantasy fame.
It is also the first stop of 88 officially recognized anime locations in Japan, and doubles as an anime tourism information point.
Hours Apr-Sep:
10:00 - 17:00
Oct-Mar:
10:00 - 16:30
Closed
Tuesdays
*If the Tuesday falls on a public holiday, the shrine will remain open.
learn more

EVENT SPACES

eSports, 2.5D musicals & live concerts are held inside Japan Pavilion Hall A, whereas Hall B is for cinema screenings.
Outdoor events including food festivals, dance shows and small sports are held at the spacious Central Square & Sennin Terrace.

Access

Google Maps
Address TOKOROZAWA SAKURA TOWN
3-31-3 Higashitokorozawa, Tokorozawa City, Saitama Prefecture 359-0023
By Train TOKOROZAWA SAKURA TOWN is about 10 mins walk from JR Higashi-Tokorozawa Station.
From Tokyo Station:
・Take the JR Keihin-Tohoku line to Minami-Urawa Station, and then switch to the JR Musashino Line to get to Higashi-Tokorozawa Station.
・Alternatively, take the JR Chuo line to Nishi-Kokubunji Station, and then switch to the JR Musashino Line to get to Higashi-Tokorozawa Station.

From Ikebukuro Station:
Take the Tobu-Tojo train line to Asakadai Station, and then switch to the JR Musashino Line to get to Higashi-Tokorozawa Station.

Since Higashi-Tokorozawa Station is part of the JR network, if you have (or will buy) a JR Pass, you can use that to get to Sakura Town at no extra cost (must use JR train lines).
From the airport From Haneda Airport:
・There is a direct bus service operated by Seibu Bus that will take you directly to SAKURA TOWN. The bus ride is approx. 90 mins.

From Narita Airport:
・Take the JR Narita Express to Tokyo Station and refer to the above for instructions on how to navigate from Tokyo Station.

Useful tips

For a more enjoyable experience
  • Bring some cash

    There are ATMs on-site, but bring extra cash just in case.

    Attractions, food & shopping for anime merch can easily turn your visit into a $100+ day.

  • Coin lockers

    You can store your belongings in the coin lockers beside the shrine.

    There’s two sizes: Medium (¥400) and Large (¥500).

  • LED manholes feat. character-art

    To help you find your way between the station and SAKURA TOWN, there is a trail of LED manholes that also light up at night.

    The manholes feature original character art across numerous titles such as Mobile Suit Gundam, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Full Metal Panic! and more.

  • Avoid queues

    Canteen KADOKAWA and Ramen Walker Kitchen are very popular lunch options, so get in early.

  • Special food needs

    Restaurants may accommodate special food requests, but to a limited extent.

  • Mother’s room

    Accessible between 10:00 - 18:00.

    It includes a diaper-change table & microwave for baby food.

  • Here to help

    Visit the information center if you need any assistance.

    Translation devices are on deck to help get your message across.

    A wheelchair is available for use within SAKURA TOWN  if necessary.

Contact us
PRIVACY POLICY INFECTION CONTROL