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Tokyo is not only the capital of Japan, but also home to over 35 million people making it the world’s most populated metropolitan city. As one of the top travel destinations in the world, Tokyo doesn’t fall short when it comes to the wide range of sights to explore and exciting spots to visit. From the famous temples to the remarkable skyscrapers, Tokyo offers a fusion of ultramodern and traditional ambience.
The best sightseeing spot in Tokyo that is both appealing as a leading edge metropolis and brings you close to rich nature with mountains and islands is Tokyo Skytree. The area around Skytree also includes Asakusa landmarked by the Sensoji Shrine and gives a sense of both state-of-the-artTokyo and Tokyo of older times. Shibuya pedestrian scramble often seen in movies and TV dramas is located just outside JR Shibuya Station. Akihabara is considered sacred ground for anime and manga comics that are the most famous parts of Japanese pop culture. It has tons of shops selling anime products and comic books as well as celebrity merchandise shops, maid cafés, and more.
Things to see in Tokyo
- Roam around the Tsukiji Fish Market located in central Tokyo, which is filled with fresh produce including vegetables and meat. The main attraction in the market is obviously the fish, and particularly the ‘maguro’ (bluefin tuna).
- Visit one of Tokyo’s biggest landmarks, the Tokyo Sky Tree which boasts a height of 634 meter. Enjoy the view of Tokyo from the observation deck, shop in the centers below or visit the aquariums.
- Explore the Imperial Palace in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo from the east side garden. Famously known as the residence of the Emperor and located in the Edo Castle Ruins that Shogun Tokugawa had as a residence until the end of the Edo period.
- Stop by the Tokyo National Museum located in the Taitō Ward and discover the city’s ample collection of ancient Japanese art, including samurai swords, Buddhist statues, pottery and beautiful kimonos.
- Shop Ameya Yokocho (Ameyoko), an energetic shopping district with over 400 stores. You can find everything from food, clothing and souvenirs at super-discounted rate.
- Visit Ginza, known for its luxury brand stores and famous restaurants.
- Head to the vibrant district of Harajuku for a shopping experience like no other filled with vintage clothing stores, boutique shops and the Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku.
Tokyo travel tips
- Before you fly to Tokyo be sure you have your money ready in Japanese Yen (JYP or ¥) and have adjusted your watch to nine hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+9).
- You can get around the city fast and trouble-free using the JR trains or Tokyo metro lines.
- Buy a Pasmo or Suica Card
- Rent a pocket Wi-Fi for more convenience
- Get a JR Pass if you are going to multiple cities other than Tokyo
- If you find yourself needing to ask for directions, head to the closest kōban police box (near most train stations).
Best time to visit
The best months to travel to Tokyo are March, April, October and November when the weather is typically pleasant with no heavy rainfall.
Airport Info
From Haneda: This airport is inside Tokyo metropolitan area offers excellent access. It is only about 30 min. by train to Tokyo station. Make the best use of your time to fully enjoy your trip in Japan.
From Narita: This is also Japan’s air gateway and is 50 min. ride to the Tokyo city center on the fastest route on the Narita Express. This is actually in Chiba prefecture which lies adjacent to the Tokyo Metropolitan area. The most popular attractions is the Tokyo Disney Resort in Urayasu, Chiba, that lets you enjoy an extraordinary world of fantasy. There are shuttle buses that take you directly to Tokyo Disney Resort from Narita Airport, so you can go there directly after entering Japan.
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