Day 1: A day exploring Tokyo's traditional culture in Asakusa and Ueno's vast park.
not mentioned
Sunny and warm, 24°C
morning
3 hours
1
Senso-ji Temple & Nakamise-dori
Take the Ginza Line to Asakusa Station, then a 5-minute walk.
Visit Tokyo's oldest temple and its bustling market street.
not mentioned
Tips: Arrive before 9 AM to avoid the biggest crowds.
afternoon
4 hours
2
Ueno Park & Museums
Take the Ginza Line from Asakusa to Ueno Station.
Explore the large park, ponds, and choose a museum.
¥630 for Tokyo National Museum ticket
Tips: The park is huge; pick one or two main attractions.
evening
3 hours
3
Akihabara Electric Town
Take the JR Yamanote Line from Ueno to Akihabara Station.
Experience the hub of anime, manga, and electronics.
¥3,000 for dinner and arcade games
Tips: Many stores close around 8 PM, so plan accordingly.
Day 2: A journey through modern Tokyo's iconic Shibuya, Harajuku fashion, and Shinjuku's lights.
not mentioned
Partly cloudy, 22°C
morning
1.5 hours
1
Shibuya Crossing & Hachiko Statue
Take the JR Yamanote Line to Shibuya Station, Hachiko Exit.
Witness the famous scramble crossing and see the loyal dog statue.
not mentioned
Tips: Get a great view from the second floor of the Starbucks across the street.
afternoon
4 hours
2
Harajuku: Meiji Jingu & Takeshita Street
One stop on the JR Yamanote Line from Shibuya to Harajuku Station.
Contrast the peaceful Meiji Shrine with the vibrant youth fashion street.
¥1,000 for snacks
Tips: Takeshita Street is extremely crowded on weekends.
late afternoon
2 hours
3
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
A 10-minute walk from Shinjuku Station's South Exit.
Relax in a beautiful and spacious park with varied garden styles.
not mentioned
Tips: Check closing times as they vary by season; last entry is 30 mins before close.
evening
3 hours
4
Shinjuku Night Exploration
Walking distance from Shinjuku Gyoen or Shinjuku Station.
Dinner in Omoide Yokocho and see the neon lights.
¥4,500 for dinner and drinks
Tips: The small bars in Omoide Yokocho are tiny, so expect a cozy atmosphere.
Day 1: A day exploring Tokyo's traditional culture in Asakusa and Ueno's vast park.
not mentioned
Sunny and warm, 24°C
morning
3 hours
1
Senso-ji Temple & Nakamise-dori
Take the Ginza Line to Asakusa Station, then a 5-minute walk.
Visit Tokyo's oldest temple and its bustling market street.
not mentioned
Tips: Arrive before 9 AM to avoid the biggest crowds.
afternoon
4 hours
2
Ueno Park & Museums
Take the Ginza Line from Asakusa to Ueno Station.
Explore the large park, ponds, and choose a museum.
¥630 for Tokyo National Museum ticket
Tips: The park is huge; pick one or two main attractions.
evening
3 hours
3
Akihabara Electric Town
Take the JR Yamanote Line from Ueno to Akihabara Station.
Experience the hub of anime, manga, and electronics.
¥3,000 for dinner and arcade games
Tips: Many stores close around 8 PM, so plan accordingly.
Day 2: A journey through modern Tokyo's iconic Shibuya, Harajuku fashion, and Shinjuku's lights.
not mentioned
Partly cloudy, 22°C
morning
1.5 hours
1
Shibuya Crossing & Hachiko Statue
Take the JR Yamanote Line to Shibuya Station, Hachiko Exit.
Witness the famous scramble crossing and see the loyal dog statue.
not mentioned
Tips: Get a great view from the second floor of the Starbucks across the street.
afternoon
4 hours
2
Harajuku: Meiji Jingu & Takeshita Street
One stop on the JR Yamanote Line from Shibuya to Harajuku Station.
Contrast the peaceful Meiji Shrine with the vibrant youth fashion street.
¥1,000 for snacks
Tips: Takeshita Street is extremely crowded on weekends.
late afternoon
2 hours
3
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
A 10-minute walk from Shinjuku Station's South Exit.
Relax in a beautiful and spacious park with varied garden styles.
not mentioned
Tips: Check closing times as they vary by season; last entry is 30 mins before close.
evening
3 hours
4
Shinjuku Night Exploration
Walking distance from Shinjuku Gyoen or Shinjuku Station.
Dinner in Omoide Yokocho and see the neon lights.
¥4,500 for dinner and drinks
Tips: The small bars in Omoide Yokocho are tiny, so expect a cozy atmosphere.
