Tokyo

The Sumida River terraces suit an Asakusa stay, Komazawa makes a good park outing and Odaiba has sea views. Together they show three sides of Tokyo, all clear of shrine grounds.

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Sumida River Terrace

Asakusa

5.5 km Out & back

Komazawa Olympic Park

Komazawa & Setagaya

3.6 km Loop

Odaiba waterfront

Odaiba

3.7 km Out & back

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Where to run in Tokyo

Sumida River Terrace

River-level paths lead away from the temple crowds, with bridges framing the northern skyline.

Approx. distance5.5 km

Underfoot

Paved pedestrian paths

Start here

On the west-bank terrace beside Azumabashi.

Follow the Sumida River Terrace to Shirahigebashi, then return along the same path.

Getting there

Walk from Asakusa Station to the signed public path.

Before you go

Bridge approaches can have steps; use signed terrace access and turn back at closures.

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Komazawa Olympic Park

Trees and sports grounds make this park worth the trip out from the busiest hotel districts.

Approx. distance3.6 km

Underfoot

Paved pedestrian paths

Start here

At the Komazawa-dori entrance.

Follow the connected paths around the western and southern sports grounds, then return on the eastern side.

Getting there

Walk from Komazawa-daigaku Station to the signed public path.

Before you go

Keep out of the blue cycling lane and follow the posted running direction.

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Odaiba waterfront

The bay opens out beyond the shopping complexes, with broad views towards Rainbow Bridge.

Approx. distance3.7 km

Underfoot

Paved pedestrian paths

Start here

On the Odaiba Marine Park promenade.

Follow the Odaiba waterfront to Shiokaze Park, then return along the same path.

Getting there

Walk from Odaiba-kaihinkoen Station to the signed public path.

Before you go

The waterfront is exposed to sun and wind; slow down at busy beach access points.

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More places to run

Imperial Palace

A central alternative with an established counterclockwise running circuit.

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Yoyogi Park

Check current works: running is prohibited on paths narrowed by construction.

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Sources & route notes

Researched using the official visitor and park sources below; not checked on foot. Maps and GPX files use the same saved OpenStreetMap pedestrian paths. Distances are approximate. Check local notices for access, gate hours and diversions.

Researched October 17, 2026