Your First Visit to Tokyo Ryutsu Center (TRC)
Tokyo Ryutsu Center (TRC) is an exhibition and event venue in Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo. Located right next to a Tokyo Monorail station, it features large exhibition spaces — including Exhibition Hall 1 and Exhibition Hall 2 — along with conference rooms, and hosts trade shows, sales fairs, corporate events, and business meetings of many kinds. Because it sits in an area that grew up around logistics terminals, the venue is well suited to exhibitions involving large-scale load-in and build-out. For visitors coming from overseas to attend a business event in Tokyo, its position midway between Haneda Airport and the city center — reachable by a single Tokyo Monorail line — is a real advantage. This guide covers practical information including how to get to Tokyo Ryutsu Center, where to stay, dining options nearby, and tips for your visit.
Access Guide to Tokyo Ryutsu Center (TRC)
Tokyo Ryutsu Center sits directly in front of Ryutsu Center Station on the Tokyo Monorail, reachable without transfers from both Hamamatsucho and Haneda Airport. Below you will find routing options from each direction, plus directions from the nearest station.
From Hamamatsucho & Haneda Airport (Tokyo Monorail)
- Tokyo Monorail (from Hamamatsucho): From Hamamatsucho Station, served by JR and Toei lines, take the Tokyo Monorail to Ryutsu Center Station — approx. 10 minutes. The venue is an approx. 1-minute walk from the station. This is the main route from the city-center side.
- Tokyo Monorail (from Haneda Airport): From Haneda Airport Terminals 1, 2, and 3, the Tokyo Monorail runs directly to Ryutsu Center Station with no transfers, so you can head to the venue straight after landing. Please check the Tokyo Monorail official website for the latest travel times and fares.
From Shinagawa & Tokyo Stations
- From Shinagawa Station: Allow approx. 15 minutes. Take a JR line (Yamanote or Keihin-Tohoku) to Hamamatsucho Station and transfer to the Tokyo Monorail.
- From Tokyo Station: Take the JR Yamanote or Keihin-Tohoku Line to Hamamatsucho Station, then transfer to the Tokyo Monorail to Ryutsu Center Station.
From Narita Airport
- Train (via Hamamatsucho): From Narita Airport, travel via Tokyo Station or Nippori to Hamamatsucho Station and transfer to the Tokyo Monorail. Travel times and fares vary by route, so please check the relevant railway operators’ websites for the latest information.
- Limousine Bus, etc.: You can also take a limousine bus toward Hamamatsucho or Shinagawa and transfer to the monorail there. Buses can be affected by traffic, so for a fixed arrival time the train route is recommended.
From the Nearest Station
- Ryutsu Center Station (Tokyo Monorail): Approx. 1-minute walk
Venue Information Summary
- Official name: Tokyo Ryutsu Center (TRC)
- Address: 6-1-1 Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo 143-0006
- Nearest station: Tokyo Monorail “Ryutsu Center” Station (approx. 1-minute walk)
- Official website: https://www.trc-event.jp/
Event Venues at Tokyo Ryutsu Center (TRC)
Tokyo Ryutsu Center offers a total of 6 halls and approximately 8,400 sqm of exhibition space. In addition to the large Exhibition Hall 1 and Exhibition Hall 2, the facility includes conference rooms, accommodating everything from large trade shows to business meetings and seminars.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of halls | 6 halls |
| Total exhibition area | Approx. 8,400 sqm |
| Main spaces | Exhibition Hall 1, Exhibition Hall 2, conference rooms, and more |
For per-hall capacity and area, layout details, and the latest availability, please check the Tokyo Ryutsu Center event division official website.
Recommended Hotels Near Tokyo Ryutsu Center (TRC)
The Heiwajima area around the venue is largely industrial and logistics-focused, so accommodation right by the venue is limited. However, there are quality hotels along the Tokyo Monorail and JR lines toward Omori, Shinagawa, and Haneda Airport. Here are five accessible options.
Ours Inn Hankyu
A large hotel in the Oi area along the Tokyo Monorail line, with a high room count well suited to business trips. The complex includes a bathing facility, restaurants, and a convenience store in a one-stop setup, and its position on the monorail line makes reaching the venue relatively smooth.
JR-East Hotel Mets Omori
Directly connected to JR Omori Station, this convenient hotel offers easy access toward Shinagawa and Hamamatsucho on the JR Keihin-Tohoku Line, with a simple transfer to the Tokyo Monorail. The direct station connection makes arrivals comfortable in rain or with luggage.
Shinagawa Prince Hotel
A large-scale hotel about a 2-minute walk from Shinagawa Station, with a high room count and extensive restaurant and entertainment facilities. You can reach the venue from Shinagawa via a monorail connection, making it a practical base for multi-day events.
Hotel JAL City Haneda Tokyo
Located near Anamori-inari Station on the Keikyu Airport Line, close to Haneda Airport. It is convenient for business travelers using the airport and fits the venue’s position midway between Haneda and the city center.
Hotel JAL City Haneda Tokyo West Wing
A hotel in the Haneda Airport area with convenient access from the Tokyo Monorail line. It works well as a base for business travelers with airport arrivals or departures on their schedule.
Recommended Restaurants Near Tokyo Ryutsu Center (TRC)
The area around the venue is industrial, so standalone restaurants are few. That said, there are practical dining spots inside the complex and in the Heiwajima area one monorail stop away. Here are recommendations by genre.
Café
Tully’s Coffee Tokyo Ryutsu Center
A branch of the café chain located inside Tokyo Ryutsu Center. Its on-site location makes it handy for a pre- or post-meeting catch-up, a break, or a light bite.
Ramen
Ramen Heiwa-ya
A Yokohama iekei-style ramen shop on the 2nd floor of the TRC Center Building — a convenient choice when you want a quick meal without leaving the venue.
Curry & Ethnic
Siddique Tokyo Ryutsu Center
A Pakistani and Indian restaurant inside Tokyo Ryutsu Center, serving a range of curries. A practical ethnic option for lunch at the venue.
Izakaya
Hikobee
A Japanese izakaya in the TRC Annex building — an on-site option for a meal or a casual drink after an event.
Western & Family Restaurant
Jonathan’s Heiwajima
A family restaurant inside the BIGFUN Heiwajima leisure complex. Its broad Japanese, Western, and Chinese menu makes it convenient for group meals or a relaxed, unhurried sit-down.
Udon & Noodles
Kofuku Mendokoro Motchiriya
An udon and noodle shop inside BIGFUN Heiwajima. Reasonably priced and well suited to a quick meal before or after an exhibition.
Tips Before You Visit
Dining Around the Venue Is Limited
The area around the venue is industrial and logistics-focused, with few standalone restaurants or convenience stores. For meals, the realistic options are the shops inside the complex or the Heiwajima area one monorail stop away (such as BIGFUN Heiwajima). On-site restaurants can get crowded during large events, so allow extra time.
Watch for Tokyo Monorail Crowds at Peak Times
On days with exhibitions or sales fairs, the monorail can be crowded around opening and closing times. It is especially busy when attendee flows overlap with Haneda Airport passengers, so traveling outside peak times is more comfortable.
Attendee Lines for Popular Events
On days with large fan conventions or major trade shows, queues can form between Ryutsu Center Station and the venue. Check each event’s official information in advance for the latest entry procedures and whether numbered tickets are required.
Easy Connections to Haneda Airport
The venue sits midway between Haneda Airport and Hamamatsucho, reachable by a single Tokyo Monorail line. This makes it easy to fit around flights — heading to the venue straight after landing, or going directly from the venue to the airport.
A Logistics-Friendly Area for Large Load-Ins
Heiwajima developed as a logistics terminal district, and Tokyo Ryutsu Center is well equipped for exhibitions that involve large load-ins and build-outs. If you are exhibiting, check load-in routes and parking/handling conditions on the official website in advance.
Dress and Plan for the Weather
Although the venue is only about a 1-minute walk from Ryutsu Center Station, there is some outdoor walking around the station and venue. Bring a folding umbrella in wet weather, and note that this reclaimed waterfront area can feel windy and cold in winter.