The Tokyo Tatsumi International Swimming Center, which was also used as a water polo venue during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, reopened in September 2025 as the Tokyo Tatsumi Ice Arena. The surrounding area is blessed with abundant natural environments, including Yumenoshima Park and Kasai Rinkai Park. Visitors can also enjoy a cruise around Tokyo Bay on traditional yakatabune pleasure boats. Surrounded by the expansive sky and sea, enjoy a spectacular time in Tokyo’s waterfront area!
Start at JR Keiyo Line “Kasai-Rinkai Park” Station ➡ about a 3-minute walk ➡ Kasai Rinkai Park ➡ about a 6-minute walk from the Kasai Rinkai Park Service Center ➡ Observation Rest House “Crystal View” ➡ about a 9-minute walk ➡ take the JR Keiyo Line from “Kasai-Rinkai Park” Station and get off at “Shin-Kiba” Station ➡ about a 14-minute walk ➡ Tokyo Tatsumi Ice Arena ➡ about a 17-minute walk ➡ Yumenoshima Tropical Greenhouse Dome ➡ about a 10-minute walk ➡ take the Edomae Kisen shuttle bus from the rotary in front of Shin-Kiba Station and get off at Shin-Kiba Pier ➡ Edomae Kisen Monja Yakatabune Houseboat
Kasai Rinkai Park
Kasai Rinkai Park is a popular metropolitan park facing Tokyo Bay. Surrounded by the sea, greenery, and open skies, the park features barbecue facilities and open lawns for picnics, making it an ideal spot to relax or take a leisurely stroll. The Park is also home to Tokyo Sea Life Park, where you can encounter marine life, and a bird sanctuary perfect for birdwatching. There is plenty to see and do even if you spend the whole day there. One of the most popular attractions is the giant Ferris wheel. Its height of 117 meters and wheel diameter of 111 meters makes it one of the largest Ferris wheels in Japan. From above, visitors can take in spectacular views of Tokyo landmarks such as Rainbow Bridge, Tokyo Tower, TOKYO SKYTREE®, and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. On clear days, you can even see Mount Fuji. The view is truly wonderful.
Location: 6 Rinkaicho, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo
https://www.tokyo-park.or.jp/park/kasairinkai/
Observation Rest House “Crystal View”
When it comes to scenic spots in Kasai Rinkai Park—spanning approximately 82 hectares—the Observatory Rest House “Cristal View”, standing in the Observation Plaza, is a must-see. Designed by architect Yoshio Taniguchi, this building is highly regarded as a piece of modern architecture. Its defining feature is a rectangular structure made entirely of glass, which blends seamlessly into the surrounding natural environment. The building is beautiful not only during the day, when it glistens as it reflects sunlight along with the sea, but also at sunset, when it is bathed in warm light, creating a truly magical atmosphere. Walking inside feels almost like taking a stroll in the sky. The building features a café as well as seating areas where visitors can relax. Enjoy a leisurely moment while taking in the panoramic views.
Location: 6 Rinkaicho, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo
https://www.tokyo-park.or.jp/park/kasairinkai/
Tokyo Tatsumi Ice Arena
Tokyo Tatsumi Ice Arena opened in September 2025 as the first year-round ice arena operated by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. The site, which previously housed the Tokyo Tatsumi International Swimming Center, has been transformed into a new hub for ice sports. The arena features both a main rink and a sub rink built to international standards, allowing visitors to enjoy figure skating, speed skating, ice hockey, curling, para ice hockey, wheelchair curling, and more throughout the year. In addition to use by the general public, the facility offers skating schools and trial programs where beginners can learn the basics. It also serves as a venue for competitions, making it a versatile space used by everyone from first-time skaters to elite athletes. As a new hub for ice sports, the arena is attracting considerable attention.
Location: 2-8-10 Tatsumi, Koto-ku, Tokyo
https://ia-tatsumi.tokyo/en/
Yumenoshima Tropical Greenhouse Dome
Step inside the dome and you will find yourself in a tropical rainforest. The Yumenoshima Tropical Greenhouse Dome is a facility that makes use of surplus heat from the adjacent Shin-Koto Incineration Plant. Covering an area of approximately 1,500 square meters, its large greenhouse is a botanical paradise where about 800 species of tropical and subtropical plants grow luxuriantly. The main greenhouse is made up of three domes, where visitors can observe waterside plants, fruit-bearing plants, and rare endemic species from the Ogasawara Islands. As you gaze upon and walk past a waterfall with its sounds of cascading water reaching your ears, you will come upon traditional tropical dwellings standing among towering palm trees, making you feel as though you are exploring a jungle. There are also many other highlights, including a carnivorous plant greenhouse and a herb garden, offering plenty to see and enjoy.
Location: 2-1-2 Yumenoshima, Koto-ku, Tokyo
https://www.yumenoshima.jp/en/botanicalhall
Edomae Kisen Monja Yakatabune Houseboat
Edomae Kisen’s Monja Yakatabune lets you savor classic downtown cuisine while cruising Tokyo Bay on a traditional Japanese pleasure boat (a “yakatabune”). Their popular Odaiba sightseeing course departs from Shin-Kiba Pier, passes behind the Toyosu market area, and heads toward Odaiba seaside area, where you can enjoy views of Rainbow Bridge, one of Tokyo’s iconic landmarks. As you feel the sea breeze of Tokyo Bay, you can enjoy all-you-can-eat monjayaki, along with okonomiyaki, yakisoba, and other teppan-grilled dishes. Another great feature is that the plan includes unlimited alcoholic beverages and soft drinks. Step aboard a yakatabune infused with the atmosphere of old Edo and fully immerse yourself in a unique experience a step away from the everyday.
Location: 2-6-3 Shin-Kiba, Koto-ku, Tokyo
https://edomaekisen.com/pages/enlp
