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Tokyo Tales: A 10-Day Adventure in the Land of the Rising Sun

Richard Topper

Richard Topper

14 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through Tokyo, Japan, as you immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, visit iconic landmarks, and savor delectable cuisine. From tranquil gardens to bustling cityscapes, this itinerary promises an unforgettable experience in the Land of the Rising Sun.

Trip to Tokyo

Day 1Coffee Delights and Serene Gardens
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$86

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$ 12

Pullman Tokyo Tamachi

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Directions

Little Nap COFFEE STAND
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
12 - 18 min

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Yoyogi Park
Large, public city park with lakes, fountains & forested areas with mature trees.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
17 - 26 min

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Meiji Jingu
Surrounded by forest, this venerable Shinto shrine features a seasonal iris garden.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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trattoria Tanta Bocca
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$40
12 - 17 min

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Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
This former estate is now a 144-acre park with diverse garden areas, grassy expanses & a greenhouse.
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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$10
12 - 18 min

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Cafe Arles (カフェ アルル)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$28
Day 2Thrills and Artistic Marvels
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$138

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$ 24

Pullman Tokyo Tamachi

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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DIXANS
2015.4.27 open。
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
8 - 11 min

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Tokyo Dome City Attractions
Urban entertainment complex boasting a dome-shaped baseball stadium, roller coasters & a mall.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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COUZT CAFE+SHOP
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$28
14 - 21 min

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Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum
Museum of fine art, sculpture & photography, with 6 exhibition halls, cafes & restaurants.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$50
11 - 14 min

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Kanda Shrine
Venerable Shinto shrine moved to its current locale in 1616, with vibrant vermilion & gold coloring.
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Tanaka Sobaten (田中そば店)
秋葉原店
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36
Day 3Temples, Palaces, and Culinary Delights
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$84

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$ 24

Pullman Tokyo Tamachi

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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モンマスティー 千駄ヶ谷店
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
12 - 17 min

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Meiji Jingu Gaien
Well-known park with an indoor ice skating rink, driving range, baseball diamonds & tennis courts.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Imperial Palace
This site with scenic gardens & tours of the grounds is the main residence of the emperor of Japan.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
26 - 32 min

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Asakusa Menchi (浅草メンチ)
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$32
4 - 5 min

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Sensō-ji
Completed in 645, this temple, Tokyo's oldest, was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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SUKE6 DINER
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$28
Day 4Parks, Museums, and Traditional Eateries
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$102

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$ 18

Pullman Tokyo Tamachi

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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スターバックス
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
3 - 4 min

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Ueno Park
Popular city park featuring ample walking paths, a lake with boat rentals, a zoo & several museums.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Ramen Kamo to Negi (らーめん 鴨to葱)
2017/6/28~
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$16
12 - 17 min

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National Museum of Nature and Science
Sprawling museum with a 360-degree movie theater & exhibits on topics such as dinosaurs & evolution.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$50
11 - 14 min

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Kaminarimon
A 3.9m-tall lantern greets visitors to this stately gate at the entrance to Sensō-ji temple.
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Asakusa Mugitoro (浅草むぎとろ)
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$28
Day 5Coffee Connoisseurship and Cultural Exploration
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$194

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$ 24

Pullman Tokyo Tamachi

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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Single O Japan
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
8 - 12 min

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Edo-Tokyo Museum
Major museum opened in 1993 & displaying artifacts from Tokyo's Edo period & one-off exhibits.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$30
12 - 15 min

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Tokyo Skytree
World's tallest freestanding broadcasting tower with an observation deck boasting 360-degree views.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$76
17 - 21 min

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Delhi (デリー)
上野店
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$28
12 - 17 min

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Ueno Zoo
19th-century zoo with 400+ animal species, including pandas, a petting area & a 5-story pagoda.
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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$40
12 - 17 min

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Tonkatsu Yamabe (とんかつ山家)
御徒町店
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$12
Day 6Museums, Coffee, and Eclectic Dining
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$134

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$ 18

Pullman Tokyo Tamachi

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Ueshima Coffee House (上島珈琲店)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
6 - 9 min

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Tokyo National Museum
Stately museum complex devoted to the art & antiquities of Japan, as well as other Asian countries.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$50
22 - 27 min

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Negishi (ねぎし)
池袋東急ハンズ前店
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$32
4 - 6 min

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Sunshine City
Multibuilding mall with shops, eateries, an observation deck, aquarium, museum & indoor theme parks.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Wonder Parlour Cafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$40
Day 7Relaxation, Parks, and Scenic Cafes
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$217

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$ 30

Pullman Tokyo Tamachi

Depart from your stay 🏨

44 - 53 min

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chai break
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
5 - 8 min

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Inokashira Park
Established in 1917, this 95-acre city park features a pond with boating facilities, a zoo & trails.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
61 - 74 min

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North Link Coffee & Tea
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$32
17 - 21 min

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Showa Memorial Park
Sprawling national park with extensive trails, bike paths & a variety of gardens & woods.
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$25
63 - 76 min

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Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa
Sleek aquarium with illuminated tanks, penguins & seals, dolphin performances & a museum.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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$100
12 - 17 min

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BOULANGERIE SEIJI ASAKURA
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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$36
Day 8Animation, Dumplings, and Amusement Parks
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$306

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$ 36

Pullman Tokyo Tamachi

Depart from your stay 🏨

45 - 54 min

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SIDEWALK・STAND・INOKASHIRA
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
6 - 8 min

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Ghibli Museum
Whimsical museum dedicated to the famed animation studio with a play area, theater & rooftop garden.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$50
15 - 18 min

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Shokujin Gyozao (食神 餃子王)
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$28
17 - 21 min

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Yomiuri Land
Go-karts, roller coasters & kids' rides, plus winter light displays, summer pools & cherry blossoms.
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$200
14 - 17 min

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Sanuki Udon Mune (讃岐うどん 宗)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$12
Day 9Dreams, Magic, and Noodle Delights
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$308

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$ 24

Pullman Tokyo Tamachi

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Dreamers Lounge (ドリーマーズ・ラウンジ)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
8 - 11 min

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Tokyo Disneyland
Tokyo offshoot of the iconic theme park known for its rides, live shows & costumed characters.
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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$240
8 - 10 min

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Cape Cod Cook-Off (ケープコッド・クックオフ)
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$24
31 - 38 min

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Ramen Jiro (ラーメン二郎 環七一之江店)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 10Iconic Landmarks and Exquisite Cuisine
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$400

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$ 18

Pullman Tokyo Tamachi

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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Oceano (オチェーアノ)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$28
4 - 5 min

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Tokyo DisneySea
Part of the Disney resort, this large park has 7 themed ports of call with rides, shows & dining.
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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$240
25 - 30 min

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Pizza Studio Tamaki (PST) (Pizza Studio Tamaki)
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$32
8 - 11 min

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Tokyo Tower
Reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, this landmark features observation areas & other attractions.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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$76
11 - 16 min

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Fureika (中国飯店 富麗華)
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$24

Budget breakdown: $2196 In total

Activities & Food:$1969
Transport:$227