Tokyo

Best Things to Do in Tokyo, Japan

9.6/10
Best time: March–May (cherry blossom) or October–November

Tokyo is one of the world's great cities — a place where the ancient and the ultramodern coexist with seamless efficiency. Shinjuku's neon towers, Asakusa's Senso-ji temple, Shibuya's crossing, Harajuku's street fashion, Tsukiji's fish market, the serene Meiji Shrine in a forest in the middle of a megacity — Tokyo constantly surprises. The food alone warrants the trip: more Michelin-starred restaurants than any other city, world-class ramen on every corner, and izakayas where you can eat magnificently for $15 per head. Getting around is a masterpiece of logistics — the train network is the world's best.

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Top things to do in Tokyo

  • 1Senso-ji Temple
  • 2Shibuya Crossing
  • 3Shinjuku Gyoen Garden
  • 4Tsukiji Outer Market
  • 5teamLab Borderless

Best neighborhoods in Tokyo

ShinjukuShibuyaAsakusaHarajukuAkihabaraShimokitazawa

Where to stay in Tokyo

Shinjuku for convenience and nightlife; Asakusa for traditional atmosphere; Shibuya for shopping and energy; Shimokitazawa for a local, indie vibe.

Day trips from Tokyo

🚗 Nikko (2 hrs)
🚗 Kamakura (1 hr)
🚗 Hakone & Mt Fuji (1.5 hrs)
🚗 Yokohama (30 min)

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Last updated: May 2026
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