Map of Tokyo – Districts, Neighbourhoods & Location Guide

This page provides a map of Tokyo along with a clear overview of its districts, neighbourhoods and geographic layout in Japan. It is designed for education, travel planning and general reference.

Tokyo is Japan’s capital and largest urban centre, known for its dense cityscape, rail network, waterfront areas and major districts such as Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ginza, Asakusa and Ueno.

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors

This map highlights Tokyo’s layout, including its districts, rail connections, waterways and surrounding metropolitan geography.

Where Is Tokyo Located?

Tokyo is located in eastern Japan on the island of Honshu, along the northwestern side of Tokyo Bay. It is the capital of Japan and the core of the Greater Tokyo metropolitan area.

• North: northern wards and suburban Tokyo direction
• East: eastern wards and Chiba direction
• South: Tokyo Bay and southern wards
• West: western Tokyo and Tama area direction

Districts and Neighbourhoods of Tokyo

Tokyo includes many well-known wards and neighbourhoods, each with its own character, landmarks and urban role.

• Shinjuku — major commercial, business and transport hub
• Shibuya — central district known for shopping and nightlife
• Ginza — upscale shopping and commercial area
• Asakusa — historic district with traditional character
• Ueno — museum, park and transport district
• Roppongi — business, dining and nightlife area
• Akihabara — electronics and pop culture district
• Odaiba — waterfront redevelopment and leisure area
• Ikebukuro — major northwestern commercial centre
• Marunouchi — central office district near Tokyo Station

A map of Tokyo often shows ward boundaries, railway lines, expressways, rivers and major landmarks across the metropolitan core.

Major Areas in Tokyo

• Central Tokyo — includes Marunouchi, Ginza and nearby business districts
• Western inner Tokyo — includes Shinjuku, Shibuya and surrounding centres
• Eastern Tokyo — includes Asakusa, Ueno and riverside districts
• Northern Tokyo — includes Ikebukuro and surrounding areas
• Tokyo Bay area — includes waterfront and reclaimed land districts
• Greater Tokyo metro area — connected with Yokohama, Saitama and Chiba

Key Geographic Features

• Tokyo Bay — major coastal feature on the southeast side
• Sumida River — important river through eastern Tokyo
• Arakawa River system — major waterway and flood-control corridor
• Reclaimed waterfront land — important in parts of the bay area
• Kanto Plain — broad lowland region surrounding Tokyo
• Dense urban terrain — defining feature of central Tokyo

Tokyo Map Resources

• OpenStreetMap – Tokyo
• Google Maps – Tokyo
• Wikimedia Commons – Maps of Tokyo

Related Maps & Location Guides

• Map of Japan
• Map of the World
• Map of Seoul
• Map of Shanghai
• Map of Tokyo Bay

Tokyo Map FAQs

• Where is Tokyo located?
  Tokyo is located in eastern Japan on the Pacific side of Honshu.
• What are the main areas of Tokyo?
  Main areas include Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ginza, Asakusa, Ueno and Roppongi.
• Is Tokyo on the coast?
  Yes. Tokyo borders Tokyo Bay on its southeastern side.

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Disclaimer: This page is provided for general informational purposes only. Maps are reference views and may not be complete, current, to scale or suitable for navigation, surveying, emergency use or official determinations. Boundaries, place names, districts and geographic features may vary by source and may change over time. External links are provided for convenience only and do not constitute endorsement. No warranty is made regarding accuracy, completeness or suitability for any purpose.