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Tokyo Trip Planner

Hyper-modern and deeply traditional, block by block.

Tokyo is a city of neighborhoods — neon Shinjuku, youth-culture Shibuya and Harajuku, old-town Asakusa, refined Ginza. It's spotless, punctual, and endlessly deep on food. Base near a major train line and let the city unfold by district.

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Best time to visit Tokyo

Late March–April for cherry blossoms and October–November for autumn color and clear skies. Summer is hot and humid.

Things to do in Tokyo

  • Cross the Shibuya Scramble at night
  • Visit Senso-ji temple in Asakusa
  • Eat sushi at Toyosu and ramen anywhere
  • See the city from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government or Skytree
  • Wander Harajuku and Meiji Shrine
  • Day trip to Hakone or Mount Fuji

Where to stay in Tokyo

Shinjuku

Trains, nightlife, skyline views — convenient, always awake.

Shibuya

The famous crossing, shopping, young energy.

Asakusa

Old Tokyo, Senso-ji temple, traditional and quieter.

A sample Tokyo itinerary

Day 1Shibuya + Harajuku + Meiji Shrine, evening in Shinjuku.
Day 2Asakusa Senso-ji, Akihabara, Ginza dinner.
Day 3Day trip to Hakone/Mount Fuji, or teamLab + Odaiba bay.

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Tokyo travel FAQ

How many days do you need in Tokyo?

Four to five days lets you cover the main districts and take a day trip to Hakone or Mount Fuji. Tokyo is huge — you can easily fill a week.

Is the subway hard to use in Tokyo?

It's extensive but well-signed in English. A rechargeable Suica/Pasmo card and a maps app make it straightforward — plan your route stops on a shared itinerary in advance.

When do the cherry blossoms bloom in Tokyo?

Typically late March to early April, though the exact peak shifts each year with the weather.

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