Trip Length

4-5 Days

How to Get Around

On Foot

Metro

Taxi

Private Car & Driver

Months to Go

Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun

Currency

Japanese Yen

Local Language

Japanese

Tokyo is a massive city with incredibly diverse attractions, and arranging special experiences like a sumo stable visit and a food tour really make a difference here (plus, having a guide allows you to ask them all about the unique local culture). Cherry blossom season is the busiest time to visit (end of March/early April, it changes every year), and it's best to avoid July and August, which are very hot and humid.

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This Daikanyama boutique has local and international brands and a Brooklyn-esque feel.

ARTS&SCIENCE &SHOP Aoyama

This concept store is one of the best in Japan and sells minimalist fashion for men and women and delicate accessories. 

This mega hot spot kaiseki restaurant serves super innovative dishes in a playful way. It's tough to get a reservation but worth trying: this is one of the most popular restaurants in Tokyo, for good reason.

Fuglen Tokyo

Originally founded in Oslo, Fuglen has expanded to Tokyo where it serves some of the world’s best coffee. The Scandinavian-cool spot is great for coffee or affogatos in the morning and espresso martinis and negronis in the evening. Walk through the nearby Yoyogi Park after a visit.

Gen Yamamoto

This lauded bar has just a handful of seats where patrons can watch Gen himself mix cocktails. Reservations necessary.

Ginza Itoya

This multi-level Ginza boutique is the go-to for paper products of all kinds.

Harajuku

This iconic neighborhood is usually packed, so go for a quick visit to observe the incredible street style and visit a cat or hedgehog café.

Meiji Jingu

This beautiful shrine is located in a park on the edge of Harajuku. Try to come on a Sunday to increase your odds of seeing a traditional wedding procession. Stop by the Kengo Kuma-designed Meiji-jingu Museum to learn more about the history of the shrine and the Shinto religion.

Mitsukoshi Ginza

This department store in Ginza has a two-floor food hall on its lower levels. Come for lunch and get different local foods. It's also a good place to buy snacks and souvenirs to bring home.

Narisawa

One of the most revered restaurants in Tokyo, the Michelin-starred Narisawa is a pioneer in gourmet French food. It is perfect for a special occasion.

Sensō-ji

One of the most famous Buddhist temples in Tokyo, the striking, bright-red Sensō-jo is the oldest temple in Tokyo and a must-see. It is dedicated to Kannon, the goddess of mercy. Imahan and Misojyu are two great lunch spots nearby.

Shinjuku Golden Gai

This bustling nightlife center has lots of great bars.

TOGA XTC Harajuku

The cool Toga brand is known for futuristic designs and rocker-chic boots.

TSUKIJI FISH MARKET

This famous fish market used to have a live fish auction (which has since moved to the Toyosu Fish Market), but it still has lots of food stalls and it's fun to explore and sample sushi and Japanese street food from different counters.

Tenmo, Tempura

One of the best places in Tokyo for tempura is this intimate, 10-seat restaurant where the chefs cook right in front of you and the tempura is incredibly delicate.

Unagi Obana

The best place to try unagi (freshwater eel) in Tokyo, Obana is a favorite for lunch. Despite being a little out of the way, it's definitely worth visiting for foodies.

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