Universities and language schools
Rikkyo University and many language schools are nearby, so classes, clubs and school events are a natural start. Making friends at language school.
Ikebukuro is one of Tokyo's biggest student hubs: universities, language schools and affordable housing bring in lots of people who are new to the city. That makes it a good place to find someone else who's still building a circle. Here's where to meet, and what to do first.
Rikkyo University and many language schools are nearby, so classes, clubs and school events are a natural start. Making friends at language school.
A big lawn right by the station, good for a relaxed coffee outside.
Cafés, an aquarium and an observation deck in one place, easy for a first or second plan.
Otome Road and the surrounding shops are a draw for anime and game fans. Board game cafés in Tokyo.
English-friendly events run across Tokyo every week. International events in Tokyo.
Buy Me a Matcha helps you meet new people in Tokyo one at a time over a coffee or matcha. In English, friends only, free on iPhone.
Universities, language schools, hobby spots, events and casual plans around Sunshine City and Minami-Ikebukuro Park are good starting points. Friend apps help you find people nearby to meet one-on-one.
Yes. It's one of Tokyo's biggest student areas, with universities, language schools and affordable places to eat and live.
A café near the east exit, Minami-Ikebukuro Park, or Sunshine City.
Yes. Buy Me a Matcha lets you set your area by station, so you can meet people around Ikebukuro one at a time over a coffee or matcha, in English.