Your First Visit to Zendentsu Hall

Zendentsu Hall is a multi-purpose venue located in Kanda-Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. It hosts a wide range of events including concerts, lectures, corporate functions, and international conferences. The hall is known for its flexible layout, capable of switching between a theater format (up to 464 seats) and a flat-floor format in approximately 10 minutes. Served by multiple subway and JR lines, it sits within a 5-minute walk of four train stations, making it straightforward to reach for both domestic and international attendees.

This guide covers practical information including how to get to Zendentsu Hall, where to stay, dining options nearby, and tips for your visit.

Getting to Zendentsu Hall

Zendentsu Hall is accessible via Tokyo Metro, JR, and Toei Subway lines, with clear routing options from both of Tokyo’s major international airports.

Nearest Stations and Exits for Zendentsu Hall

Zendentsu Hall is in Kanda-Surugadai, with Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line’s Shin-ochanomizu Station and JR Chuo/Sobu Line’s Ochanomizu Station as its main nearest stations.

Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Shin-ochanomizu Station (Exit B3)

Exit B3 puts you directly in the Kanda-Surugadai area. On rainy days, you can stay under cover by routing through the underground passage at Ochanomizu Solacity.

Walking time: Approx. 5 min (official website)

JR Chuo / Sobu Lines, Ochanomizu Station (Hijiribashi Exit)

Use the Hijiribashi Exit (north exit). Exiting via the Ochanomizubashi Exit (south exit) puts you on the opposite side, requiring a significant detour.

Walking time: Approx. 5 min (official website)

Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line’s Awajicho Station (Exit A5) and Toei Shinjuku Line’s Ogawamachi Station (Exit A7) are also each approx. a 5-minute walk (official website).

From Narita Airport

  • Narita Express + JR Chuo Line: Narita Airport → Tokyo Station (Narita Express) → Ochanomizu Station (JR Chuo Line, 2 stops). Approx. 90 min, approx. ¥3,300.
  • Keisei Skyliner + JR Sobu Line: Narita Airport → Nippori (Keisei Skyliner) → Akihabara (JR Yamanote Line) → Ochanomizu (JR Sobu Line). Approx. 75 min, approx. ¥2,700.

From Haneda Airport

  • Tokyo Monorail + JR Sobu Line: Haneda Airport Terminal 3 Station → Hamamatsucho (Tokyo Monorail) → Ochanomizu (JR Sobu Line). Approx. 40 min, approx. ¥700.
  • Keikyu Line + JR Sobu Line: Haneda Airport Terminal 3 Station → Shinagawa (Keikyu Line) → Akihabara (JR Keihin-Tohoku Line) → Ochanomizu (JR Sobu Line). Approx. 50 min, approx. ¥600.

Venue Summary

  • Venue Name: Zendentsu Hall
  • Address: 3-6 Kanda-Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
  • Nearest Stations: Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Shin-ochanomizu Station (Exit B3, 5 min walk) / JR Chuo-Sobu Line Ochanomizu Station (Hijiribashi Exit, 5 min walk)
  • Official Website: https://zhall.or.jp/
  • Hours & Inquiries: Please check the official website for the latest information.

Several hotels are located within walking distance of the venue, covering a range of budgets and styles.

Ochanomizu Hotel Juraku

A long-established business hotel 2 minutes on foot from JR Ochanomizu Station. Its close proximity to Zendentsu Hall makes it a practical choice for event participants who want to minimize transit time.

Belken Hotel Kanda

A boutique hotel well regarded for cleanliness and service quality. Situated in the Kanda area, it offers convenient access to Zendentsu Hall and the wider Ochanomizu district.

HOTEL MYSTAYS Ochanomizu Conference Center

A combined hotel and conference facility with meeting rooms and banquet halls on site. A practical option for conference attendees who need accommodation and event-support facilities in one location.

the b ochanomizu

A stylish design hotel in the Kanda-Awajicho area. The property offers modern interiors and functional guest rooms, a solid mid-range choice for business travelers.

APA Hotel Akihabara Suehirocho Ekimae

A major chain hotel in the Akihabara area with multilingual staff and services. A reliable option for international visitors attending events in the Kanda-Ochanomizu area.

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The Kanda-Surugadai and Ochanomizu area offers a range of dining options from morning coffee to post-event drinks.

Café

Sarutahiko Coffee Ecute Edition Ochanomizu

A specialty coffee shop inside JR Ochanomizu Station (Ecute Edition Ochanomizu, 2nd floor). Open from 7:00 AM, it is a convenient stop before an early session or for a quick break between commitments.

Japanese (Fine Dining)

Sumibito Robata TEN

A charcoal-grilled and hearth-cooking restaurant in Kanda-Surugadai 2-chome. A well-regarded choice for business dinners and post-conference entertainment in the immediate area.

Japanese (Casual)

Washoku Kota Ochanomizu

A casual Japanese dining bar on the basement floor of a building in Kanda-Surugadai 2-chome. Close to the venue and reasonably priced, suitable for a relaxed meal after an event.

European

Queue Leu Leu

A French bistro in Kanda-Surugadai 3-chome, within walking distance of Zendentsu Hall. The relaxed atmosphere makes it a good option for a post-event dinner.

Asian

Jumpee

An authentic Thai restaurant in Kanda-Kajimachi 3-chome, led by a chef formerly with a five-star hotel in Phuket. Open for both lunch and dinner.

Bar

BAR &UNDER

A craft cocktail bar in the basement of a building in Soto-Kanda 2-chome, Akihabara. A well-regarded evening option for winding down after an event.

Wi-Fi and Facilities at Zendentsu Hall

Tips Before You Visit

Use the correct exit at JR Ochanomizu Station

JR Ochanomizu Station has two exits: Hijiribashi Exit (north) and Ochanomizubashi Exit (south). Use the Hijiribashi Exit to reach Zendentsu Hall. Leaving from the Ochanomizubashi Exit puts you on the opposite side of the station and requires a significant detour.

Use the underground passage on rainy days

From Shin-ochanomizu Station Exit B3, an underground passage runs through Ochanomizu Solacity, allowing you to reach the surrounding area without going outdoors. This is a useful option during rain, keeping you under cover for much of the walk to the venue.

Expect crowds on Saturday afternoons

The stretch between Ochanomizu and Jinbocho is home to a concentration of musical instrument shops and antiquarian bookstores, and pedestrian traffic tends to peak on Saturday afternoons. Restaurants in the area also fill up quickly after events, so booking ahead or building in extra time is advisable.

Watch for construction detours near Jinbocho

A redevelopment project at Gakushikai Kaikan in the Jinbocho area began in April 2026 and is ongoing. If your walking route passes through Jinbocho, some footpaths may be closed or redirected. Check local signage for current detour information before heading in that direction.

Large events in Akihabara can affect the wider area

Akihabara Electric Town is approximately 15 minutes on foot from Zendentsu Hall. On days when large-scale events are held there, congestion on public transport and at restaurants can spread across a wider area. Checking the Akihabara event calendar in advance and planning your travel and dining accordingly is recommended.

Event Spaces at Zendentsu Hall

Multi-Purpose Hall

ItemDetails
CapacityUp to 464 seats (theater format)
Layout ConversionTheater format ↔ Flat-floor format (approx. 10 min)
PianoBösendorfer grand piano (full concert & semi-concert)
Additional Facilities2 waiting rooms / meeting rooms

The main hall features a retractable under-floor stage, allowing the space to switch between a theater layout (up to 464 seats) and a flat-floor format in approximately 10 minutes. A Bösendorfer grand piano — both full concert and semi-concert sizes — is permanently installed, making the venue well suited for classical performances as well as corporate presentations and international conferences.