Tokyo: Best Things to Do

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Tokyo is the busiest city in Japan and one of the most popular destinations in Asia

Visit the city's elegant towers and buildings with Asian modern architecture that you will never see at anywhere else

 You will get to experience different interesting culture and custom in the city

Tokyo is the best city for tourists who love challenging adventure

 Don't forget to prepare a trusted translator application for your daily communication because most Japanese don't speak English

 

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FOOD & DRINK

When you're in Japan, you should and are obligated to eat Sushi in its original country. You can find so many places serving Sushi in Tokyo such as Sushi Saito, Sukiyabashi Jiro and many more. Other than Sushi, you can also try Ramen, Takoyaki, Donburi and any other Japanese foods. As for the drink, Ramune will be the option. It's one of Japan's most famous drink served in a unique botol that can cure your thirst.

CULTURE

Kabuki, a traditional performance with epic Japanese stories representing the culture of local people. Also, visit Zojoji Temple, a popular sacred place offering beautiful classic architecture.

Kabuki Art Theater

Traditional performances showed in front of you with its epic Japanese stories at a classic old building

Address : 4 Chome-12-15 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan

Zojoji Temple

The popular sacred place with its famous bad forecast

But, this attracts tourists all over the world by its beautiful classic architecture

Address : 4 Chome-7-35 Shibakoen, Minato City, Tokyo 105-0011, Japan

BEST TIME TO VISIT

Peak season in Tokyo is ranging between mid-June until mid-September.

SIGHTSEEING

Rainbow Bridge, a magnificent 798-meter bridge with its rainbow lights. You can see the beautiful city and big buildings of Tokyo from this bridge.
Also, you can enjoy your day at Yoyogi Park, the largest city park in Tokyo that offers lovely lake view and sakura trees to feel Tokyo atmosphere.

Rainbow Bridge

This suspension bridge crossing Tokyo Bay is colorfully illuminated at night using solar power

Address : Minato City, Tokyo 105-0000, Japan

Yoyogi Park

Large, public city park with lakes, fountains & forested areas with mature trees

Address : 2-1 Yoyogikamizonocho, Shibuya City, Tokyo 151-0052, Japan

DOWNTOWN

Harajuku, this place is a popular destination for young people. This is the most favorite fashion center among youngsters where you can find many nice places to hang out with fellow tourists.
Entertain yourself by enjoying the attractions at the famous Tokyo Disneyland. You can visit this destination at Tokyo Disney Resort in Urayasu, Chiba Prefecture.

Harajuku

this place the popular place to go for young people

This is the fashion center among young people and you can find many cool area to hang out

Address : Japan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Jingumae, 1 Chome−16, 原宿77ビル

Tokyo Disneyland

Tokyo offshoot of the iconic theme park known for its rides, live shows & costumed characters.

Address : 1-1 Maihama, Urayasu, Chiba 279-0031, Japan

SHOPPING

Ginza, the most popular shopping center in town selling a bit pricey stuffs but excellent quality. You will find nice restaurants and cafes near Ginza to take a break from shopping.
There is also Nakamise, the oldest shopping center in the city with traditional architecture selling local souvenirs and foods.

Ginza

Indoor shopping arcade lined with small stores selling clothing, flowers, regional foods & more

Address : 2 Chome-24 Kamijujo, Kita City, Tokyo 114-0034, Japan

Nakamise

Bustling shopping street connecting the main gate of Sensoji Temple & the main hall

Address : 1 Chome-36-3 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan

HOTEL

Book and Bed Tokyo Ikebukuro, best hotel with affordable price but a unique design perfect for low budget tourists. This hotel is designed with sharing room and books surrounding the room. It offers comfy compact bunks and interesting books to read.
If you want something fancy, go to Ascott Marunouchi Tokyo. A luxurious place located above Otemachi metro with an extraordinary Tokyo Skyline view.

Ascott Marunouchi Tokyo

Set in a sleek high-rise building in the bustling Marunouchi financial district, this high-end hotel is 5 minutes' walk from Ōtemachi subway station, 1 km from the Tokyo Imperial Palace, and 2 km from the Tokyo Dome City sports and entertain

Address : 1 Chome-1-1 Ōtemachi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0004, Japan

Book and Bed Tokyo Ikebukuro

This cozy bookstore-themed hostel in the bustling Ikebukuro shopping and entertainment district is a 5-minute walk from a metro station, a 3-minute walk from the Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre and a 16-minute walk from the Sunshine Aquarium

Address : Japan, 〒171-0021 Tokyo, Toshima City, Nishiikebukuro, 1 Chome−17−7 ルミエールビル 7階

RESTAURANT

Japanese Soba Noodles Tsuta will be the best place for noodles lovers. It serves perfectly cooked ramen, a Japanese noodle, with reasonable price.
Also, come to Narisawa, an innovative restaurant with delicious Japanese foods to offer. It serves different menu every day with promising taste.

Japanese Soba Noodles Tsuta

The best place for noodles lover

It serves perfectly cooked ramen with reasonable prices

Address : Japan, 〒151-0066 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Nishihara, 3 Chome−2, 2-4 B1

Narisawa

An innovative restaurant with delicious Japanese foods to offer.

They serve a menu of seasonal & carefully sourced innovative Japanese cuisine.

Address : 2-chōme-6-15 Minamiaoyama, Minato City, Tokyo 107-0062, Japan

CAFE

L'Occitane Café, owned by a famous cosmetic brand, L'Iccitane. It's a cafe with French interior and also famous for its dessert. Not only L'Occitane, Tokyo also has Mojo Coffee with its brown wooden interior and premium New Zealand coffee to serve. Try the best espresso in town only in Mojo Cafe.

L'Occitane Café

Owned by a famous cosmetic brand, L'Iccitane

Located on the 2nd floor

Address : Japan, 〒171-0022 Tokyo, Toshima City, Minamiikebukuro, 1 Chome−26−6, The Sh One, 1階

Mojo Cafe

A comfy Cafe with its brown wooden interior and premium New Zealand coffee to serve

Try the best espresso in town

Address : Japan, 〒180-0004 Tokyo, Musashino, Kichijoji Honcho, 1 Chome−12−4 2階

BAR AND NIGHTLIFE

Bauhaus Roppongi Rock Club, a club with the best rock 'n roll music to offer. You will find people partying and having fun enjoying the music. For tourists, you can spend your night at Atom Tokyo, a club with the best beats you want to listen to. It serves affordable drinks with fine taste.

Bauhaus Roppongi Rock Club

A club with its best rock 'n roll music to offer

You will find people partying and having fun moved by its powerful music

Address : Japan, 〒106-0032 Tokyo, Minato City, Roppongi, 5 Chome−16−5 バウハウス ライブハウス Minato-ku, Tokyo Imperial Building B1

Atom Tokyo

a club with the best beats you want to listen

It also serve cheaper drinks but still so fine

Address : Japan, 〒150-0044 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Maruyamacho, 2−4, ドクタージーカンズビル

INTERESTING PLACE

Ghibli Museum, a unique museum and the popular one among anime lovers. This place will make you feel like an anime character. Ghibli Museum is relatively crowded and has a limit on visitors, so make sure to prepare yourself to meet a bunch of people. You can also visit the Tsukiji Fish Market, the biggest fish market with its famous tuna auction. There are more than 400 kinds of seafood to find here.

三鷹の森ジブリ美術館

Whimsical museum dedicated to the famed animation studio with a play area, theater & rooftop garden.

There is also food available in the outside area if you feel like grabbing a bite or drink.

Address : 1-chōme-1-83 Shimorenjaku, Mitaka, Tokyo 181-0013, Japan

Tsukiji Fish Market

The biggest fish market with its famous tuna auction

There are more than 400 kinds of sea food to find

Address : 4 Chome-16番2号 Tsukiji, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0045, Japan

INSTAGRAMMABLE SPOT

Take your time to visit the most legendary statue of a loyal dog named Hachiko in Hachiko Statue. This statue is based on a real story that melts people's heart.

Hachiko Statue

Popular meeting spot with a bronze statue honoring Hachiko, the famously loyal Akita dog

Address : 1 Chome-2 Dogenzaka, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0043, Japan