Tokyo
Electric metropolis. Ancient temples meet neon, Michelin dining, and boundless innovation.
About Tokyo
Tokyo dazzles as the world's most exciting city - a mesmerizing blend of ancient tradition and cutting-edge modernity where serene temples neighbor neon-soaked streets, Michelin-starred sushi counters coexist with robot restaurants, and kimono-clad locals browse in futuristic Shibuya. From Tsukiji's dawn fish auctions to Harajuku's fashion tribes, from Mount Fuji day trips to tranquil gardens, from karaoke boxes to traditional ryokans, Tokyo offers infinite discovery. The world's cleanest, safest megacity pulses with energy, innovation, and impeccable hospitality.
What to See & Do
Shibuya Crossing - world's busiest pedestrian intersection
Senso-ji Temple - ancient Buddhist temple in Asakusa
Tsukiji Outer Market - fresh seafood and street food
Meiji Shrine - peaceful forest shrine in Harajuku
Tokyo Skytree - 634m tower with panoramic views
Robot Restaurant - wild sensory overload show
teamLab Borderless - immersive digital art museum
Mount Fuji - day trip to iconic peak and hakone
Where to Stay
Aman Tokyo
luxurySerene luxury tower with onsen spa and floor-to-ceiling views over Imperial Palace.
Park Hyatt Tokyo
luxuryLost in Translation fame with New York Bar and minimalist elegance.
Hoshinoya Tokyo
boutiqueUrban ryokan experience with tatami rooms and hot spring baths.
Activities & Experiences
Tsukiji Market Tour
Dawn tuna auction and sushi breakfast
Mount Fuji Day Trip
Fifth Station, Lake Kawaguchi, and Hakone
Sumo Practice Visit
Watch morning training at stable
Tea Ceremony
Traditional matcha ceremony in authentic tea house
Cooking Class
Learn sushi, ramen, or bento making
teamLab Visit
Immersive digital art experience
Where to Eat
Sukiyabashi Jiro
Sushi
Three Michelin stars and Jiro Dreams of Sushi fame
Narisawa
Innovative
Two Michelin stars showcasing Japanese nature
Ichiran
Ramen
Solo booth ramen for perfect concentration
Izakaya Toyo
Izakaya
Standing bar made famous by Midnight Diner
Sample Itineraries
Tokyo Discovery
Arrival & Shibuya
- Arrive Narita or Haneda
- Check into Aman Tokyo
- Afternoon rest
- Evening Shibuya Crossing
- Dinner at standing izakaya
- Karaoke experience
Tsukiji & Central Tokyo
- Dawn Tsukiji market tour
- Sushi breakfast
- Ginza shopping
- Lunch at ramen shop
- Imperial Palace grounds
- Dinner in Yurakucho
- Drinks at New York Bar
Traditional Tokyo
- Morning Senso-ji Temple
- Nakamise shopping street
- Traditional lunch
- Afternoon Meiji Shrine
- Harajuku people watching
- Yoyogi Park
- Omakase sushi dinner
Mount Fuji Excursion
- Early departure
- Fifth Station visit
- Lake Kawaguchi views
- Lunch with Fuji backdrop
- Hakone hot springs
- Pirate ship cruise
- Return evening
Modern Tokyo
- Morning teamLab Borderless
- Lunch in Odaiba
- Afternoon Akihabara electronics
- Manga and anime shops
- Robot Restaurant show
- Late ramen
Final Day
- Morning cooking class
- Lunch at class
- Last minute shopping
- Tea ceremony
- Afternoon departure or overnight
Quick Facts
Region
Asia
Best Time to Visit
Mar-May, Oct-Nov
When to Go
March-May brings cherry blossoms and mild weather. October-November offers fall colors and comfortable temperatures.
Avoid: July-August is hot, humid, and rainy (typhoon season). Golden Week (late April-early May) brings domestic crowds.
Getting There
Narita Airport (NRT) is 60km from city - Narita Express train 60 minutes. Haneda Airport (HND) is closer (30 min). Extensive metro system covers all districts - get Suica/Pasmo IC card. Shinkansen connects to Kyoto (2.5 hours).
Local Tips
- Learn basic Japanese phrases - English limited outside tourist areas
- Carry cash - many places don't accept cards
- Remove shoes when entering homes, temples, ryokans
- Eating while walking is considered rude
- Tipping is not practiced and can offend
- Metro stops running midnight-5am - plan accordingly
- Reserve popular restaurants months ahead
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