Day 1: A day exploring Tokyo's traditional culture in Asakusa and modern pop culture in Akihabara.
not mentioned
Sunny, around 24°C
morning
3 hours
1
Senso-ji Temple & Nakamise-dori
Take the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line to Asakusa Station, Exit 1.
Visit Tokyo's oldest temple and its bustling market street.
not mentioned
Tips: Go early in the morning to avoid the biggest crowds. Try the jumbo melon-pan.
12:30
1.5 hours
2
Lunch in Asakusa
A short walk from Senso-ji Temple.
Enjoying a traditional Tendon (tempura bowl) lunch.
¥2000 - ¥3000 per person
Tips: Be prepared for a queue as it's a very popular spot.
afternoon
4 hours
3
Akihabara Electric Town
Take the Ginza Line from Asakusa to Suehirocho Station, or JR Yamanote Line to Akihabara Station.
Explore the hub of anime, manga, and electronics.
not mentioned
Tips: Visit a multi-story arcade like Gigo or Taito Station. Check out Yodobashi Camera for electronics.
evening
2 hours
4
Dinner at an Izakaya
not mentioned
Casual dinner and drinks at a Japanese-style pub.
¥3000 - ¥5000 per person
Tips: Many izakayas have an 'otoshi' (small appetizer) which is a mandatory table charge.
Day 1: A day exploring Tokyo's traditional culture in Asakusa and modern pop culture in Akihabara.
not mentioned
Sunny, around 24°C
morning
3 hours
1
Senso-ji Temple & Nakamise-dori
Take the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line to Asakusa Station, Exit 1.
Visit Tokyo's oldest temple and its bustling market street.
not mentioned
Tips: Go early in the morning to avoid the biggest crowds. Try the jumbo melon-pan.
12:30
1.5 hours
2
Lunch in Asakusa
A short walk from Senso-ji Temple.
Enjoying a traditional Tendon (tempura bowl) lunch.
¥2000 - ¥3000 per person
Tips: Be prepared for a queue as it's a very popular spot.
afternoon
4 hours
3
Akihabara Electric Town
Take the Ginza Line from Asakusa to Suehirocho Station, or JR Yamanote Line to Akihabara Station.
Explore the hub of anime, manga, and electronics.
not mentioned
Tips: Visit a multi-story arcade like Gigo or Taito Station. Check out Yodobashi Camera for electronics.
evening
2 hours
4
Dinner at an Izakaya
not mentioned
Casual dinner and drinks at a Japanese-style pub.
¥3000 - ¥5000 per person
Tips: Many izakayas have an 'otoshi' (small appetizer) which is a mandatory table charge.
