Destination

Asia / Japan / Kanto / Tokyo

Tokyo Travel Guide

Food, neighborhoods, day trips, and city planning tips for Tokyo.

Travel essentials

Best timeMar–May, Oct–Nov
CurrencyJPY
Visa / EntryDemo note: Confirm entry requirements and plan key bookings in advance.
SafetyVery safe; still keep belongings secure in crowded areas.

Tokyo is a city of neighborhoods — each one feels like a different world. This guide is built for first-timers: where to stay, what to do, and how to move around without stress.

Best things to do

  • Shibuya + Shinjuku city walk

  • Asakusa + Senso-ji temple

  • Harajuku + Omotesando

  • TeamLab / modern museums

Day trips

  • Hakone (views + hot springs)

  • Nikko (temples + nature)

  • Kamakura (beach town vibe)