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Tokyo

Japan · 40 m

Short description of Tokyo

Tokyo (東京) is Japan’s vibrant capital and a fascinating center of tradition, culture, and modernity. The metropolis is known for historic temples and shrines such as Sensō-ji and Meiji Shrine, the neon-lit districts of Shibuya and Shinjuku, its diverse shopping and entertainment neighborhoods, and its outstanding culinary scene. Tokyo blends centuries-old Japanese culture with futuristic architecture, technology, fashion, art, and vibrant nightlife. As the political, economic, and cultural center of the country, the vast metropolis is considered the heart of Japan and its most important gateway for travelers from around the world.

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Recommended length of stay

Minimum3 days
Optimal5 days
Maximum10 days

Travel seasons at a glance

Best time to visit: March – May or October – November

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  • Nov
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All highlights and sightsBeta

  1. Senso-ji Temple & Asakusa
  2. Shibuya Crossing & Shibuya Sky
  3. Meiji Shrine & Harajuku
  4. Mount Fuji & Fuji Five Lakes(Day trip)
  5. Tokyo Skytree
  6. Hakone & Lake Ashi(Day trip)
  7. Shinjuku & Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building observation decks
  8. Imperial Palace & East Gardens
  9. Kamakura Great Buddha & temples(Day trip)
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  12. Nikko shrines & temples (UNESCO)(Day trip)
  13. Tsukiji Outer Market
  14. Akihabara electronics, anime & gaming district
  15. Shinjuku Golden Gai & Kabukicho nightlife
  16. Harajuku & Takeshita Street
  17. Omotesando
  18. Ginza
  19. Ueno Park & Tokyo National Museum
  20. Toyosu Market
  21. Odaiba waterfront
  22. Rainbow Bridge
  23. Tokyo Tower & Zojoji Temple
  24. Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
  25. Mount Takao(Day trip)
  26. Hamarikyu Gardens
  27. Yoyogi Park
  28. Yanaka Ginza & Yanaka historic neighborhood
  29. Nezu Shrine
  30. Kanda Myojin Shrine
  31. Hie Shrine
  32. Gotokuji Temple
  33. Nakameguro & Meguro River
  34. Tokyo cherry blossoms (March - April)
  35. Sumida River cruise
  36. Sumida Hokusai Museum
  37. Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum
  38. Mori Art Museum
  39. The National Art Center, Tokyo
  40. Ghibli Museum
  41. Ikebukuro anime & entertainment district
  42. Shimokitazawa
  43. Kappabashi Kitchenware Street
  44. Ameyoko Market
  45. Tokyo ramen & izakaya scene
  46. Tokyo sushi & seafood
  47. Tokyo fine dining
  48. Tokyo Disneyland
  49. Tokyo DisneySea
  50. Sanrio Puroland
  51. Sumida River Fireworks Festival (July)
  52. Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens autumn foliage (November - December)

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