How big is Little Tokyo Düsseldorf?

Nestled between sushi restaurants, cosplay shops, and Asian supermarkets lies a neighborhood that has been gaining increasing attention in recent years: Little Tokyo. But what appears to be a separate neighborhood on Instagram is actually a very compact yet incredibly diverse area in the heart of Düsseldorf.

Here, everything revolves around Japanese (and increasingly Korean) food, pop culture, and shopping experiences. But how big is Little Tokyo, really?

A district without fixed borders

Little Tokyo isn't an official district, but rather a lively neighborhood centered around Immermannstraße and Klosterstraße . It begins just a few steps from Düsseldorf Central Station and extends toward the city center to Königsallee. According to various sources, the area covers approximately 30 hectares . That may sound small, but the density of restaurants, cafés, and shops is impressive.

Culinary heart with over 120 addresses

In Little Tokyo, you can find around 25 to 30 Japanese restaurants, izakayas, and cafes . The official Düsseldorf tourism website lists almost 30 Japanese restaurants along Immermannstraße and Klosterstraße alone. In addition, there are numerous Asian restaurants from Korea, Vietnam, China or the Uighur community , which fit seamlessly into the picture and make the district even more diverse.

The supermarket landscape is also steadily growing: There are now five larger Asian markets in the area offering fresh street food or warm snacks to take away. Those looking for convenience stores with onigiri, soju, or Japanese desserts will also find what they're looking for.

A district that is constantly growing

Driven by the ongoing hype surrounding Asian pop culture, street food, and lifestyle , Little Tokyo is constantly evolving. Exciting new openings in the Japanese Quarter occur almost every month , such as new dessert shops, ramen bars, and modern soju bars. Small concept stores, beauty shops, and bubble tea spots have also become part of the streetscape.

Even if you've been here before, it's worth a second or third visit as there's always something new to discover .

For those who want to delve deeper: Our Little Tokyo Guide

If you're looking for a comprehensive overview, we recommend our Little Tokyo Guide Düsseldorf. Over 50 pages of carefully selected recommendations for restaurants, cafés, shops, and cultural venues.

The guide also includes a Google Maps map with all the spots at a glance, tips on how to get there, recommendations for gift ideas, supermarkets, and information about Japan Day in Düsseldorf. Perfect for anyone who wants to explore the Japanese quarter on their own and without any detours.

Conclusion: Small in area, but big in diversity

Little Tokyo Düsseldorf may not look huge on the map, but it's home to one of Europe's most densely populated Japanese-influenced dining and cultural scenes . From the main train station to Königsallee, you'll find cafés, supermarkets, izakayas, and unique shops.

And if you want to make your visit even more intense, our guide will help you discover the hidden highlights in Little Tokyo.