Best For
A quick rest stop or a meeting point near Ikebukuro Station.
Toshima Kuritsu Ikebukuro Ekimae Park
JP
Park·Chaotic, Urban, Nostalgic, Busy
Toshima Kuritsu Ikebukuro Ekimae Park, locally known as 'Eel Park,' is a compact public space situated right next to the Ikebukuro station east exit. The park is a blend of the old and the new, housing the Suitengu Shrine, which commemorates Emperor Antoku and members of the Taira clan, alongside a distinctive four-sided tower monument. While some visitors appreciate it as a convenient place to rest or meet friends, others note its gritty, high-traffic character. It serves as a frequent transit point for office workers and locals, though it can become quite lively and chaotic, particularly during evening hours. It remains a notable, if unconventional, landmark within the busy Ikebukuro district.
Toshima Kuritsu Ikebukuro Ekimae Park, locally known as 'Eel Park,' is a compact public space situated right next to the Ikebukuro station east exit. The park is a blend of the old and the new, housing the Suitengu Shrine, which commemorates Emperor Antoku and members of the Taira clan, alongside a distinctive four-sided tower monument. While some visitors appreciate it as a convenient place to rest or meet friends, others note its gritty, high-traffic character. It serves as a frequent transit point for office workers and locals, though it can become quite lively and chaotic, particularly during evening hours. It remains a notable, if unconventional, landmark within the busy Ikebukuro district.
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Address
1-chōme-50-23 Higashiikebukuro,Toshima City, Tokyo 170-0013, Japan
Websitecity.toshima.lg.jp
Phone03-3981-1111
Hours
Open nowOpen 24 hours
Highlights
Convenient location adjacent to P' Parco and the train tracks.
Features the historic Suitengu Shrine for photography.
Serves as a functional rest area for local office workers.
Contains a unique four-sided tower monument.
Currency
JPY ¥
Average Cost
$30-$60 p/day
Time of Day
Lunch, Dinner, Late Night
Languages Spoken
Japanese
Occasion Tags
Casual Drinks, Locals
Reviews
3.2
Okay221 reviews
Reviews for Toshima Kuritsu Ikebukuro Ekimae Park are mixed, reflecting its role as a functional but gritty urban space. Many visitors appreciate the park's convenience as a meeting point near Ikebukuro Station and find the presence of the Suitengu Shrine to be a highlight for photography. However, a significant number of reviewers describe the park as chaotic, citing issues with cleanliness, litter, and the presence of smokers. Some find it a useful rest area for office workers, while others describe it as having a rough, nostalgic atmosphere, particularly at night. Overall, it is viewed more as a high-traffic transit plaza than a traditional, serene park.
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Location
50, Toshima City, Tokyo, Japan
