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Musashino Forest Sport Plaza is an arena in Chofu, western Tokyo, next door to Ajinomoto Stadium and a short walk from Tobitakyu Station on the Keio line. The catch: there are very few hotels around Tobitakyu, and they sell out fast on event days. Most visitors book early or base themselves in Chofu, Fuchu, or Shinjuku about 20 minutes away. Here is how to choose, plus how to get there.
📌 Note on the name: since April 2025 this venue also carries the naming-rights name KEIO ARENA TOKYO (through March 2028). Tickets and event listings may use either name — it is the same building.
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Why plan ahead here?
- Only a couple of hotels at Tobitakyu. They book out well in advance.
- Chofu and Fuchu are minutes away with convenient station-side hotels.
- Shinjuku is the safety net — about 20–25 minutes with endless options.
Getting to Musashino Forest Sport Plaza
- Nearest station: Tobitakyu Station on the Keio line — about a 5-minute walk to the venue.
- From Shinjuku: about 20–25 minutes on the Keio line.
- From Chofu: a few minutes on the Keio line.
- From Haneda Airport: about 60–75 minutes. From Narita: about 100–120 minutes.
Hotel within walking distance
Chofu Urban Hotel — the closest option
About a 5-minute walk from both Musashino Forest Sport Plaza and Ajinomoto Stadium — a rare find this close to the venue. Price level: budget to mid-range.
Note: there are only about two hotels around Tobitakyu Station, and they are often taken by event staff — book as far ahead as you can.
Good bases: Chofu and Fuchu
Chofu Creston Hotel
On the upper floors of Chofu PARCO right by Chofu Station, so you can shop as well. The venue is a few minutes away on the Keio line. Price level: mid-range.
Hotel Keyaki Gate Tokyo Fuchu
About a 1-minute walk from Fuchu Station on the Keio line via a covered deck — handy in the rain — and within walking distance of JR Fuchuhommachi Station. Price level: mid-range.
Most choice: Shinjuku
About 20–25 minutes away on the Keio line, Shinjuku has by far the widest range of hotels plus dining and shopping — the natural fallback when closer options are full. Price level: budget to high-end.
Hotel comparison
| Hotel / area | To the venue | Highlight | Price level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chofu Urban Hotel | 5 min walk | Closest option | Budget–mid |
| Chofu Creston Hotel | Few min by train | By the station, in PARCO | Mid-range |
| Hotel Keyaki Gate Tokyo Fuchu | Few min by train | Covered deck from station | Mid-range |
| Shinjuku area | 20–25 min by train | Widest choice | Budget–high |
Tips for booking
- Book as early as possible. Tobitakyu has only a couple of hotels.
- If it is full, try Chofu or Fuchu — both minutes away with station-side hotels.
- Shinjuku is the reliable fallback for rooms, food and shopping.
- Rainy day? Choose a station-connected hotel like Keyaki Gate in Fuchu.
Frequently asked questions
What is the closest hotel to Musashino Forest Sport Plaza?
Chofu Urban Hotel, about a 5-minute walk — but book early, as options here are very limited.
What if nearby hotels are full?
Try Chofu or Fuchu, a few minutes away by Keio line, or Shinjuku about 20–25 minutes away.
How can I stay on a budget?
Business hotels in Chofu and Fuchu, or the wide range in Shinjuku, offer affordable rates.
