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Kita

Tokyo, Japan · Asia

About Kita

Kita works well as a base: 7km from Sensō-ji.

Kita is a city located in Tokyo, Japan. With a population of 332,140, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Kita sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Kita to your route.

About Kita

Ōji Shrine (王子神社, Ōji-jinja) is a Shinto shrine located in the Kita ward of Tokyo, Japan. Established during the Kamakura period, most likely around 1321–1324, the shrine gives the name of "Ōji" to this area of the city. Most of the original buildings in the shrine precincts were destroyed during World War II, and

Read more were rebuilt from the late 50s to 1982. It is notable for its giant ginkgo tree, suspected to be 600 years old and designated a Natural Monument in 1939, and for its annual festival (held in August), which includes a mikoshi parade and a performance of dengaku dance. It is one of the Tokyo Ten Shrines (東京十社, Tokyo Jissha), of which it has been designated as the "northern protector shrine".

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What are the best things to do in Kita?

Kita offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Kita located?

Kita is located in Tokyo, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 35.7526 latitude, 139.7335 longitude.

What is the population of Kita?

Kita has a population of approximately 332,140 people, making it a city in Japan.

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Quick Information

Population
332,140
Continent
Asia
Country
Japan
Region
Tokyo
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
35.7526, 139.7335

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Japan

Police
110
Ambulance
119
Fire
119
Driving side
left

Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.

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Worth the detour from Kita

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

museum

Tokyo National Museum

Japan's oldest and largest museum, with an unparalleled collection of Japanese art and Asian antiquities spanning millennia.

5 km · about 10 min drive

cafe

Kayaba Coffee

A 1938 corner kissaten in a converted machiya in Yanaka, saved from demolition and reopened with its original layout. Known for the tamago sando and a coffee-and-cocoa mix called Rousseau.

5 km · about 10 min drive

cathedral

Sensō-ji

Tokyo's oldest and most famous Buddhist temple, located in the historic Asakusa district.

7 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Akihabara Electric Town

Tokyo's vibrant electronics and anime district, famous for its neon-lit streets, manga shops, and otaku culture.

7 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Shinjuku

Tokyo's massive commercial and entertainment hub featuring towering skyscrapers, neon-lit nightlife streets, and the famous Kabukicho district.

7 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Tokyo Imperial Palace

The primary residence of the Emperor of Japan, set within vast gardens and moats in the heart of Tokyo.

8 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Tokyo Skytree

Tallest tower in the world at 634 metres, a broadcasting and observation tower dominating the eastern Tokyo skyline.

8 km · about 15 min drive

cafe

Deus Ex Machina Tokyo

Deus's Harajuku outpost in Tokyo bringing Australian motorcycle and surf culture to the heart of Japanese street fashion.

9 km · about 20 min drive

Driving roads near Kita

  • 35 kmTokyo Bay Aqua-LineA 14 km highway crossing Tokyo Bay via the world's fourth-longest undersea road tunnel, surfacing at the Umihotaru rest-island. Drive under the bay, then sip coffee mid-ocean with skyline views.
  • 59 kmYabitsu PassA tight, tree-walled climb over the Tanzawa mountains west of Tokyo, long a favourite of motorcyclists and cyclists for its relentless switchbacks. The narrow western descent to Lake Miyagase is single-track in places.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Kita.

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Komagome

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2 km awayPop. 17,537

Itabashi

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2 km awayPop. 584,483

Sugamo

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2 km awayPop. 18,637

Kamiya

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2 km awayPop. 16,109

Nakazato

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2 km awayPop. 7,109

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