3331 Arts Chiyoda

Kōrakuen & Akihabara


A major exhibition space, smaller art galleries and creative studios now occupy this former high school, which has evolved into a forward-thinking arts hub for Akiba. It's a fascinating place to explore. On the ground floor, there's a good cafe and a shop selling cute design items, as well as a play area for kids stocked with recycled toys and colourful giant dinosaurs made of old plastic toys.

Transportation

  • train: Ginza line to Suehirochō, exit 4

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