Tokyo Adventure: 10 Days of Culture and Cuisine

Oliver SWind

6 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through Tokyo, exploring its vibrant culture and savoring its delectable cuisine. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary is designed to immerse you in the heart of Japan's capital city.

Trip to Tokyo

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$91

$ 9

Hotel Mystays Premier Akasaka

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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A 360° open-air observation deck located on the roof of the Shibuya Scramble Square skyscraper.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

14 - 17 min

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Landscaped park that has an artificial gorge with a waterfall & is planted with ornamental trees.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$16

9 - 11 min

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2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$38

9 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Day 2

$111

$ 9

Hotel Mystays Premier Akasaka

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Sleek aquarium with illuminated tanks, penguins & seals, dolphin performances & a museum.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

18 - 22 min

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Indoor amusement park featuring a roller coaster, arcade games & virtual-reality experiences.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$38

28 - 34 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$13

19 - 23 min

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Sprawling waterfront green space with a Ferris wheel, lush gardens, a BBQ area & pathways.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

30 - 36 min

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World's tallest freestanding broadcasting tower with an observation deck boasting 360-degree views.

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$19

5 - 8 min

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7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$16

Day 3

$40

$ 8

Hotel Mystays Premier Akasaka

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Bustling shopping street connecting the main gate of Sensoji Temple & the main hall.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Renowned venue for traditional performing arts, featuring elaborate sets, costumes & makeup.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$16

13 - 20 min

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The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation

Hands-on exhibits & classes exploring the future of science & technology, plus a cafe & a gift shop.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$10

15 - 18 min

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The main temple of Jōdo-shū Buddhism, this compound includes ornate buildings dating to the 1600s.

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Pizza Studio Tamaki (PST) (Pizza Studio Tamaki)

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$14

Day 4

$48

$ 9

Hotel Mystays Premier Akasaka

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Major museum opened in 1993 & displaying artifacts from Tokyo's Edo period & one-off exhibits.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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15 - 18 min

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Sprawling museum with a 360-degree movie theater & exhibits on topics such as dinosaurs & evolution.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$13

20 - 24 min

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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$15

6 - 8 min

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This large park with whimsical playscapes for children is a popular place to view cherry blossoms.

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$13

Day 5

$33

$ 6

Hotel Mystays Premier Akasaka

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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Secluded ancient shrine dedicated to scholarship & learning, also known for its many plum trees.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Tranquil, scenic landscape garden dating to the 17th century, with walking paths, a pond & bridges.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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20 - 24 min

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池袋店

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$16

3 - 4 min

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Multibuilding mall with shops, eateries, an observation deck, aquarium, museum & indoor theme parks.

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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池袋東急ハンズ前店

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Day 6

$41

$ 6

Hotel Mystays Premier Akasaka

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Stylish, contemporary aquarium featuring a variety of fish & a host of penguins, plus a cafe.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

14 - 17 min

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Popular city park featuring ample walking paths, a lake with boat rentals, a zoo & several museums.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$13

11 - 16 min

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Urban entertainment complex boasting a dome-shaped baseball stadium, roller coasters & a mall.

3:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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本郷店

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$15

Day 7

$38

$ 9

Hotel Mystays Premier Akasaka

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo

Renovated 1969 gallery housing Japanese art created since the start of the Meiji period (1868).

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

11 - 14 min

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Venerable Shinto shrine moved to its current locale in 1616, with vibrant vermilion & gold coloring.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$12

8 - 10 min

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This site with scenic gardens & tours of the grounds is the main residence of the emperor of Japan.

3:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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神保町本店

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$13

Day 8

$46

$ 5

Hotel Mystays Premier Akasaka

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

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Complex of Shinto shrines & gardens holding several auspicious annual festivals & events.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Well-known park with an indoor ice skating rink, driving range, baseball diamonds & tennis courts.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

8 - 12 min

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Large, modern venue presenting temporary exhibitions of Japanese & international art.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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Art museum in the Mori Tower featuring a rotating exhibition of international contemporary artwork.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$19

5 - 8 min

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7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$15

Day 9

$29

$ 8

Hotel Mystays Premier Akasaka

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Shinto-style shrine commemorating Japanese war dead, plus a garden with cherry blossom trees.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Festive, popular city district famed for its narrow, winding alleys & numerous snug taverns.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

41 - 50 min

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吉祥寺店

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$15

8 - 12 min

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Established in 1917, this 95-acre city park features a pond with boating facilities, a zoo & trails.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

29 - 35 min

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Edo period Buddhist temple with a large collection of lucky beckoning cat statues.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$14

Day 10

$82

$ 8

Hotel Mystays Premier Akasaka

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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Landmark alleyway featuring a selection of food stalls for simple fare & alcoholic drinks.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

38 - 46 min

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Whimsical museum dedicated to the famed animation studio with a play area, theater & rooftop garden.

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$13

48 - 58 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$16

6 - 9 min

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Grand indoor Sanrio character park with rides & entertainment attractions, restaurants & shops.

3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$38

10 - 12 min

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7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$16

Budget breakdown: $632 In total

Activities & Food:$557

Transport:$75