Things to Do in Meguro (目黒区), Tokyo: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

Last reviewed: October 27, 2026 · Prices are approximate and for orientation only.

Overview & City Profile

Meguro (目黒区) in Tokyo Prefecture (Kanto, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Myōken Ji (0.4 km), Hongaku In (0.5 km), Tōkamori Inari Jinja (0.5 km) and served by Meguro Station (目黒駅) (2.9 km) via the regional hub at Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND). Set at 29 m elevation (35.6333°N, 139.6833°E), Meguro offers travelers a base for sampling regional Edomae nigiri sushi, Tokyo shoyu & tsukemen ramen, Monjayaki (Tsukishima) cuisine and exploring neighboring Setagaya (世田谷区) (3.1 km), Shibuya (渋谷区) (3.3 km), Shinagawa (品川区) (5.8 km), Tokyo (東京特別区部) (6.3 km).

The English translation of its Japanese self-designation is Meguro City. The ward was founded on March 15, 1947. They are Shibuya (to the northeast), Setagaya (to the west), Ōta (to the south), and Shinagawa (to the southeast). The Higashiyama shell mound in the north of the ward contains remains from the Paleolithic, Jōmon, Yayoi, and Kofun periods. The area now known as Meguro was formerly two towns, Meguro proper and Hibusuma, all parts of the former Ebara District of Musashi Province. Within Tokyo Prefecture, Meguro (目黒区) serves as a special ward of tokyo in Tokyo Prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1947-03-13) and pairs naturally with wider prefectural highlights such as 23 historic & futuristic special wards (Asakusa, Shibuya, Shinjuku, Ginza) plus leafy Western Tokyo Tama cities (Kichijoji/Musashino, Mitaka, Tachikawa, Hachioji/Mount Takao).

What to See & Do in Meguro (目黒区): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Meguro (目黒区) from Meguro Station (目黒駅) (2.9 km) at 29 m elevation (35.6333°N, 139.6833°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Meguro):

• Myōken Ji (0.4 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Meguro (目黒区).
• Hongaku In (0.5 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Meguro (目黒区).
• Tōkamori Inari Jinja (0.5 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Meguro (目黒区).
• Kasama Inari Jinja (0.7 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Meguro (目黒区).
• Mount Fuji — local sightseeing landmark near Meguro (目黒区).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Meguro: Meguro Station (目黒駅) (2.9 km) (connecting to Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND)).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Meguro

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Meguro (目黒区) and Meguro Station (目黒駅) (2.9 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Tokyo Prefecture and Kanto:

• Setagaya (世田谷区) — 3.1 km from Meguro (Tokyo Prefecture)
• Shibuya (渋谷区) — 3.3 km from Meguro (Tokyo Prefecture)
• Shinagawa (品川区) — 5.8 km from Meguro (Tokyo Prefecture)
• Tokyo (東京特別区部) — 6.3 km from Meguro (Tokyo Prefecture)
• Minato (港区) — 6.7 km from Meguro (Tokyo Prefecture)

Getting to Meguro & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Meguro (目黒区) via Meguro Station (目黒駅) (2.9 km): Direct international flights into Haneda (HND, 20m from center) and Narita (NRT, 40–60m); connected to all JR East & JR Central Shinkansen lines plus JR Chuo Line to West Tokyo. From Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND), transfer to local JR or private rail lines serving Meguro Station (目黒駅) (2.9 km) to reach central Meguro (35.6333°N, 139.6833°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Meguro Station (目黒駅) (2.9 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Tokyo (Shinjuku) with Meguro (目黒区) and neighboring Setagaya, Shibuya, Shinagawa. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Meguro, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Meguro and continuing toward Setagaya can store bags at major transfer stations or check suitcase dimensions in our Luggage & Locker Checker and ship large bags ahead via Takkyubin.
• Driving & car rental around Meguro: While Meguro Station (目黒駅) (2.9 km) anchors public transit for Meguro, picking up a rental car at Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND) makes it easy to link Myōken Ji (0.4 km) and Hongaku In (0.5 km) with nearby Setagaya (世田谷区) (3.1 km), Shibuya (渋谷区) (3.3 km), Shinagawa (品川区) (5.8 km), Tokyo (東京特別区部) (6.3 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Meguro (目黒区) & Tokyo

Dining near Meguro Station (目黒駅) (2.9 km) and across Meguro (目黒区) highlights the regional food culture of Tokyo Prefecture and Kanto. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Meguro:

• Local specialty & terroir of Meguro (目黒区): sweet cherry (sakuranbo) orchards and highland fruit farming.
• Edomae nigiri sushi — regional specialty enjoyed across Meguro (目黒区) and Tokyo Prefecture.
• Tokyo shoyu & tsukemen ramen — regional specialty enjoyed across Meguro (目黒区) and Tokyo Prefecture.
• Monjayaki (Tsukishima) — regional specialty enjoyed across Meguro (目黒区) and Tokyo Prefecture.
• Tempura & tonkatsu — regional specialty enjoyed across Meguro (目黒区) and Tokyo Prefecture.
• Fukagawa-meshi (clam rice) & artisanal depachika sweets — regional specialty enjoyed across Meguro (目黒区) and Tokyo Prefecture.

If you are dining in Meguro (目黒区) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Meguro Station (目黒駅) (2.9 km).

Where to Stay in Meguro (目黒区)

Visitors staying overnight in Meguro (目黒区) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Meguro Station (目黒駅) (2.9 km), or base at major rail hubs in Tokyo (Shinjuku) (Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND)) or neighboring Setagaya, Shibuya, Shinagawa for quick train access into Meguro. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Meguro & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Meguro (目黒区, 29 m elevation at 35.6333°N, 139.6833°E): Late March–early April for cherry blossoms; October–early December for crisp blue skies and golden ginkgo avenues; vibrant year-round indoors and out.

Wider sightseeing across Tokyo Prefecture that pairs well with visiting Myōken Ji (0.4 km) in Meguro (目黒区) includes: 23 historic & futuristic special wards (Asakusa, Shibuya, Shinjuku, Ginza) plus leafy Western Tokyo Tama cities (Kichijoji/Musashino, Mitaka, Tachikawa, Hachioji/Mount Takao).

Practical Travel Tips for Meguro (目黒区)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Meguro: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ueno & Haneda Airport (HND) or Meguro Station (目黒駅) (2.9 km) for local bus schedules to Myōken Ji (0.4 km) and walking maps of Meguro (目黒区).
• Cash & ATMs in Meguro: Convenience stores and major hotels around Meguro Station (目黒駅) (2.9 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Myōken Ji (0.4 km) often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Meguro accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Meguro: Around Meguro Station (目黒駅) (2.9 km) and neighboring Setagaya, Shibuya, Shinagawa, lunch service typically runs 11:30 AM–2:00 PM and dinner spots open around 5:30 PM with last orders between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.