Japan · Asia
Tokyo
Tokyo is the most organized, most delicious, and most surprising city in Asia — a place that rewards curiosity at every turn.
About Tokyo
Tokyo is a city of contradictions that somehow all work: ancient temples beside neon-lit towers, world-class sushi counters next to vending machines, silence in a garden while millions move through the streets outside.
The cherry blossom season (late March to mid-April) and autumn foliage (late October to mid-November) are the two peak experiences — plan seven nights minimum to begin to scratch the surface.
Sandra recommends building your base in Shinjuku or Shibuya for first-time visitors — excellent transport links and a manageable orientation point for a city this large.
Top Experiences
Tsukiji Outer Market
Early morning sushi breakfast with a local guide
Senso-ji Temple & Asakusa
Walking tour of Tokyo's oldest district
Shibuya Crossing & Harajuku
Evening culture walk through modern Tokyo
Day Trip: Nikko or Hakone
Private car to mountain shrines or Mt Fuji views
When to Visit
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Luv to Travel Insider Tips
Cherry blossom timing varies by up to two weeks year to year. We monitor the Japan Meteorological Corporation forecast and adjust arrival dates accordingly — book early and stay flexible.
Get a Suica card at the airport — it's rechargeable, works on every train and subway line, and even pays for convenience store purchases.
The best ramen in Tokyo has no English menu and a line out the door. We'll add three or four of these to your itinerary.
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