Chiikawa Park Tokyo 2025: Complete Travel Guid

If you love Japanese pop culture or cute characters, Chiikawa Park in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, is a must-visit.
Opened on July 28, 2025, this is the first-ever large-scale immersive facility based on Chiikawa, the beloved character created by illustrator Nagano.

Inside, you can step directly into Chiikawa’s whimsical world, enjoy interactive exhibits, shop for exclusive goods, and even meet the characters themselves. This guide covers everything international visitors need to know: tickets, access, highlights, payment, and tips to make your trip smooth and fun.

📍 Location & Access

Address: Sunshine City Annex B1F & 1F, Higashi-Ikebukuro 3-3-5, Toshima-ku, Tokyo
Google Maps: Chiikawa Park
Opening Hours: 10:00–21:00 (last entry 19:00)

🚉 By Train:

Higashi-Ikebukuro Station (Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line) – about 3 minutes on foot
Ikebukuro Station (JR Yamanote Line, Saikyo Line, Shonan-Shinjuku Line, Tokyo Metro, Seibu, Tobu) – about 8 minutes on foot

Located inside Sunshine City, a shopping and entertainment complex, Chiikawa Park is easy to reach from anywhere in Tokyo.

🎟️ Tickets & Admission

Chiikawa Park uses a reservation-only system. There are no same-day tickets at the entrance, so you must book online in advance.

Adults (12+): ¥3,500
Children (4–11): ¥1,800
Children under 3: Free
Discount for disabled visitors: Adults ¥2,500 / Children ¥1,300 (valid ID required)

👉 Tickets can be purchased only through Asoview!, a Japanese ticketing site. (Website is Japanese only, so use a translation tool if needed.)
⚠️ Tickets often sell out quickly, especially on weekends and holidays.

✨ Park Highlights & Experiences

🔹 B1F: Immersive Exhibition Area

This floor brings Chiikawa’s world to life with detailed sets and interactive displays. Perfect for Instagram & TikTok photos!

Top Photo Spots:
🥇 Chiikawa’s House
🥈 Hachiware falling into a hole
🥉 Goblins’ Prison

Other attractions:

Welcome Theater: A 4-minute film experience
Night Forest: A special 3D experience
Spiderweb Catcher: An interactive game-style attraction

🔹 Character Greeting

Meet Chiikawa, Hachiware, and Usagi in person!

Times: 3–4 sessions daily (around 11:00, 14:00, 16:00, 18:00)
Wait Time: 10–20 minutes
Photos: Staff can help take your picture
Tip: Visit early in the morning or on weekday evenings for shorter lines

🔹 1F: Game Corner & Merchandise Shop

🎮 Games (¥700 per play):

Meatball Rolling
Spiderweb Catcher (win limited prizes)

🛍️ Merchandise:
Over 200 exclusive Chiikawa Park items are available—plush toys, acrylic stands, badges, and more.
The most popular are the Park-exclusive plush series, with special outfits and poses.

💡 Tip: The shop is one-way only, so buy everything you want before leaving!

🎃 Seasonal Events

Halloween Collection (Sept–Oct 2025)
- Limited plush toys in Halloween costumes (¥3,850)
- Special pumpkin carriage photo spot
- Daily limited quantities (50 per day)

💳 Payment Methods (No Cash!)

Chiikawa Park is 100% cashless. 🚫 Cash is NOT accepted anywhere inside.

✅ Accepted:

Credit Cards: Visa, MasterCard, JCB, Amex
IC Cards: Suica, PASMO, etc.
E-money: iD, QUICPay
QR/Smartphone Payments: PayPay, d払い, au PAY, Apple Pay, Google Pay

💡 Tip: Make sure your IC card or credit card is charged before visiting!

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🗣️ Visitor Reviews

👍 Positive:

“The world of Chiikawa is recreated perfectly—great for photos.”
“Crowd control makes it comfortable even on weekends.”
“Staff are friendly and helpful.”

⚠️ Things to Note:

Merchandise can be pricey → set a budget.
Personalized goods (name engraving) can have long waits (up to 60 mins).
Toilets inside the park are limited.

🏙️ Nearby Attractions in Ikebukuro

Since Chiikawa Park is inside Sunshine City, you can also enjoy:

Sunshine Aquarium 🐠
Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo 🎮
Namja Town (indoor theme park with food attractions) 🍜

Perfect for a full-day trip in Ikebukuro!

✅ Final Tips for International Visitors

Book your ticket early—no walk-ins allowed.
Bring a credit card or IC card, not cash.
Arrive early for character greetings and photo spots.
Combine your visit with other Ikebukuro attractions for the best experience.

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