Tokyo Exploration
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Kenji Yamamoto
Kenji Yamamoto
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Tokyo Exploration

Tradition Meets Future

7 day tripJapan
Tokyo
Day 1

Shibuya & Harajuku Culture

Tokyo

Experience Tokyo's youth culture epicenter. Cross the world's busiest intersection, explore Harajuku's wild fashion scene, and find serenity at Meiji Shrine.

Today's Schedule

Meiji Shrine Morning Walk
9:00 AM
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Meiji Shrine Morning Walk

1.5 hours
Takeshita Street & Harajuku Fashion
11:00 AM
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Takeshita Street & Harajuku Fashion

2 hours
Lunch at Kawaii Monster Café or Afuri Ramen
1:30 PM
Photo by Masaaki Komori on Unsplash

Lunch at Kawaii Monster Café or Afuri Ramen

1.5 hours
Omotesando Avenue & Cat Street
3:30 PM
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Omotesando Avenue & Cat Street

2 hours
Shibuya Crossing & Hachiko Statue
6:00 PM

Shibuya Crossing & Hachiko Statue

1 hour
Shibuya Sky Observation Deck (Sunset)
7:30 PM
Photo by Joshua Tsu on Unsplash

Shibuya Sky Observation Deck (Sunset)

1.5 hours
Izakaya Dinner in Nonbei Yokocho
9:30 PM
Photo by Takafumi Yamashita on Unsplash

Izakaya Dinner in Nonbei Yokocho

2 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
Photo by Deniz Demir on Unsplash
Moment 2
Photo by Yuliia Martsynkevych on Unsplash
Moment 3
Photo by Launde Morel on Unsplash
Local Cuisine
Ichiran RamenCrepe from Marion CrepesYakitori at Omoide Yokocho
Must Visit
Shibuya CrossingMeiji ShrineTakeshita StreetShibuya Sky
Day 2

Traditional Asakusa & Tokyo Skytree

Tokyo

Step back in time at Tokyo's oldest temple, shop for traditional crafts on Nakamise Street, then ascend Japan's tallest tower for breathtaking views.

Today's Schedule

Senso-ji Temple (Early Morning)
7:00 AM
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Senso-ji Temple (Early Morning)

1.5 hours
Nakamise Shopping Street
9:00 AM
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Nakamise Shopping Street

1.5 hours
Asakusa Culture & Tourist Center Observation
11:00 AM
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Asakusa Culture & Tourist Center Observation

45 minutes
Tempura Lunch at Daikokuya
12:00 PM
Photo by Yosuke Ota on Unsplash

Tempura Lunch at Daikokuya

1 hour
Sumida River Cruise to Hamarikyu
1:30 PM
Photo by Yosuke Ota on Unsplash

Sumida River Cruise to Hamarikyu

1 hour
Hamarikyu Gardens Tea House
3:00 PM
Photo by Yosuke Ota on Unsplash

Hamarikyu Gardens Tea House

1.5 hours
Tokyo Skytree Tembo Deck & Galleria
5:00 PM
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Tokyo Skytree Tembo Deck & Galleria

2 hours
Dinner at Solamachi or Asakusa Unagi
7:30 PM
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Dinner at Solamachi or Asakusa Unagi

1.5 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
Photo by Deniz Demir on Unsplash
Moment 2
Photo by Nicholas Ng on Unsplash
Moment 3
Photo by Victor Pot on Unsplash
Local Cuisine
Tempura at DaikokuyaUnagi (Grilled Eel)Ningyo-yaki CakesMatcha at Hamarikyu
Must Visit
Senso-ji TempleNakamise StreetTokyo SkytreeHamarikyu Gardens
Day 3

Roppongi Art & Tokyo Tower

Tokyo

Explore Tokyo's modern art scene at world-class museums, visit the iconic Tokyo Tower, and experience cutting-edge digital art at teamLab.

Today's Schedule

Mori Art Museum & Tokyo City View
10:00 AM
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Mori Art Museum & Tokyo City View

2.5 hours
Lunch at Roppongi Hills
1:00 PM

Lunch at Roppongi Hills

1 hour
The National Art Center Tokyo
2:30 PM
Photo by Diego Retamal on Unsplash

The National Art Center Tokyo

2 hours
Tokyo Tower Main & Top Deck
5:00 PM
Photo by Tsuyoshi Kozu on Unsplash

Tokyo Tower Main & Top Deck

1.5 hours
teamLab Borderless Azabudai
7:00 PM
Photo by Tong Su on Unsplash

teamLab Borderless Azabudai

2.5 hours
Late Dinner in Roppongi
10:00 PM
Photo by Aoi on Unsplash

Late Dinner in Roppongi

1.5 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
Photo by Deniz Demir on Unsplash
Moment 2
Photo by Tsuyoshi Kozu on Unsplash
Moment 3
Photo by Edvinas Bruzas on Unsplash
Local Cuisine
Wagyu Beef at SteakhouseSushi OmakaseJapanese Curry
Must Visit
Tokyo TowerteamLab BorderlessMori Art MuseumNational Art Center
Day 4

Shinjuku Gardens & Golden Gai

Tokyo

Find tranquility in Tokyo's finest garden, enjoy free views from the Metropolitan Government Building, then dive into the legendary Golden Gai bar district.

Today's Schedule

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
9:00 AM
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Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

2.5 hours
Lunch at Fuunji (Tsukemen)
12:00 PM
Photo by Hailey Tong on Unsplash

Lunch at Fuunji (Tsukemen)

1 hour
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building (Free View)
1:30 PM
Photo by Charles Postiaux on Unsplash

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building (Free View)

1 hour
Shinjuku Department Stores & Underground Mall
3:00 PM
Photo by Spenser Sembrat on Unsplash

Shinjuku Department Stores & Underground Mall

2 hours
Robot Restaurant or VR Zone
5:30 PM
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Robot Restaurant or VR Zone

2 hours
Golden Gai Bar Hopping
8:00 PM
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Golden Gai Bar Hopping

3 hours
Late Night Ramen at Omoide Yokocho
11:30 PM
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Late Night Ramen at Omoide Yokocho

1 hour

Captured Moments

Moment 1
Photo by Deniz Demir on Unsplash
Moment 2
Photo by Bhanu Singh on Unsplash
Moment 3
Photo by Victor Pot on Unsplash
Local Cuisine
Fuunji TsukemenTonkatsu at Shinjuku SabotenSake TastingGyoza
Must Visit
Shinjuku GyoenGolden GaiKabukichoMetropolitan Government Building
Day 5

Akihabara Otaku Paradise

Tokyo

Dive into Japan's anime, manga, and gaming mecca. Visit multi-floor electronics stores, themed cafés, retro game shops, and experience Japan's unique pop culture.

Today's Schedule

Yodobashi Camera Akiba (8 Floors of Electronics)
10:00 AM
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Yodobashi Camera Akiba (8 Floors of Electronics)

2 hours
Maid Café Experience
12:30 PM
Photo by Yanhao Fang on Unsplash

Maid Café Experience

1 hour
Mandarake & Animate Flagship Store
2:00 PM

Mandarake & Animate Flagship Store

2 hours
Super Potato Retro Games
4:30 PM
Photo by Tsuyoshi Kozu on Unsplash

Super Potato Retro Games

1 hour
Arcade Gaming at SEGA or Taito
6:00 PM
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Arcade Gaming at SEGA or Taito

2 hours
Dinner at Kanda Yabu Soba or AKB48 Café
8:30 PM
Photo by Ogie on Unsplash

Dinner at Kanda Yabu Soba or AKB48 Café

1.5 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
Photo by Deniz Demir on Unsplash
Moment 2
Photo by Buddy AN on Unsplash
Moment 3
Photo by Nicola Fittipaldi on Unsplash
Local Cuisine
Maid Café OmuriceKatsu CurryMelon PanSoba Noodles
Must Visit
Akihabara Electric TownMandarakeSuper PotatoYodobashi Camera
Day 6

Tsukiji, Ginza & Imperial Palace

Tokyo

Start with the freshest sushi breakfast at Tsukiji Outer Market, stroll the Imperial Palace East Gardens, then explore upscale Ginza's flagship stores.

Today's Schedule

Tsukiji Outer Market Breakfast
6:00 AM
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Tsukiji Outer Market Breakfast

2 hours
Imperial Palace East Gardens
9:00 AM
Photo by Svetlana Gumerova on Unsplash

Imperial Palace East Gardens

2 hours
Nihonbashi Historic District
11:30 AM
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Nihonbashi Historic District

1 hour
Ginza Six & Uniqlo Flagship
1:00 PM
Photo by Rod Long on Unsplash

Ginza Six & Uniqlo Flagship

2.5 hours
Kabuki-za Theatre Tour or Show
4:00 PM
Photo by James Butterly on Unsplash

Kabuki-za Theatre Tour or Show

2 hours
Farewell Kaiseki Dinner in Ginza
7:00 PM
Photo by Yosuke Ota on Unsplash

Farewell Kaiseki Dinner in Ginza

2 hours

Captured Moments

Moment 1
Photo by Kevin Charit on Unsplash
Moment 2
Photo by Kate Wells on Unsplash
Moment 3
Photo by Rebecca Clarke on Unsplash
Local Cuisine
Fresh Sushi at TsukijiWagashi SweetsMatcha at HigashiyaKaiseki Dinner
Must Visit
Tsukiji Outer MarketImperial PalaceGinzaKabuki-za Theatre

Extend Your Journey

Mount Fuji & Kawaguchiko
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Mount Fuji & Kawaguchiko

2h by bus from Shinjuku
Hakone (Hot Springs & Art)
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Hakone (Hot Springs & Art)

1.5h by Romancecar from Shinjuku
Nikko Shrines & Nature
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Nikko Shrines & Nature

2h by Tobu Railway
Kamakura (Great Buddha)
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Kamakura (Great Buddha)

1h by JR from Tokyo Station

Frequently Asked Questions about Tokyo Exploration

Everything you need to know about planning your Tokyo Exploration trip from TikTok and Instagram content.