Tokyo Tales

Jonas Klotz

3 Jan 2024

Embark on a 10-day adventure through the vibrant streets of Tokyo. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, visit iconic landmarks, and experience the magic of this bustling metropolis. Get ready for a journey like no other!

Trip to Tokyo

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Serenity and Aquatic Wonders

$25

$ 2

Surrounded by forest, this venerable Shinto shrine features a seasonal iris garden.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

16 - 24 min

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Large, public city park with lakes, fountains & forested areas with mature trees.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

25 - 30 min

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

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$25

Day 2Gardens, Legends, and Luxury

$ 3

This former estate is now a 144-acre park with diverse garden areas, grassy expanses & a greenhouse.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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14 - 17 min

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Popular meeting spot with a bronze statue honoring Hachiko, the famously loyal Akita dog.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

24 - 29 min

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Polished quarters in a modern high-rise lodging with multiple restaurants, 2 pools & a cinema.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Artistic Delights and Thunderous Gates

$13

$ 3

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

37 - 45 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

33 - 40 min

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A 3.9m-tall lantern greets visitors to this stately gate at the entrance to Sensō-ji temple.

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Nature's Oasis and Scientific Marvels

$13

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 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

Day 5Sky-High Thrills and Ancient Temples

$29

$ 3

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$19

9 - 11 min

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Completed in 645, this temple, Tokyo's oldest, was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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19th-century zoo with 400+ animal species, including pandas, a petting area & a 5-story pagoda.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$10

Day 6History Unveiled and Urban Escapes

$13

$ 3

Stately museum complex devoted to the art & antiquities of Japan, as well as other Asian countries.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

18 - 22 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Majestic Royalty and Tranquil Gardens

$ 2

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Western-style city park featuring flower beds, outdoor music venues & public halls.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 8Parks, Towers, and Cityscapes

$19

$ 2

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, this landmark features observation areas & other attractions.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$19

7 - 9 min

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Complex housing offices, restaurants & art museum, plus a skyscraper with a roof observation deck.

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 9Magical Adventures at Tokyo DisneySea

$60

Part of the Disney resort, this large park has 7 themed ports of call with rides, shows & dining.

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$60

Day 10Enchanting Disneyland and Coastal Beauty

$60

$ 2

Tokyo offshoot of the iconic theme park known for its rides, live shows & costumed characters.

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$60

15 - 18 min

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

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $251 In total

Activities & Food:$233

Transport:$18