Tokyo Adventure: 10 Days of Thrills and Wonders

Melis

3 Jan 2024

Embark on an exhilarating journey through the vibrant streets of Tokyo. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, visit iconic landmarks, and experience the thrill of amusement parks. Join me as I explore the hidden gems and embrace the wonders of this captivating city.

Trip to Tokyo

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Serenity and Marine Marvels

$50

$ 6

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

25 - 30 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

16 - 20 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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$50

Day 2Magical Kingdoms and Urban Oasis

$120

$ 3

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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$120

31 - 38 min

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

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Aquatic Fantasies and Sky-High Views

$158

$ 3

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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$120

44 - 53 min

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

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$38

Day 4Artistic Treasures and Historic Delights

$38

$ 3

Museum of fine art, sculpture & photography, with 6 exhibition halls, cafes & restaurants.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

4 - 6 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

16 - 20 min

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Amusement park with a roller coaster & other high-speed rides, plus kids' activities & eateries.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$13

Day 5Time Travel and Natural Wonders

$50

$ 6

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

17 - 21 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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$25

13 - 16 min

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Picturesque garden featuring traditional Japanese landscaping, several teahouses & a central pond.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$10

Day 6Wildlife Encounters and Cultural Heritage

$45

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$20

8 - 11 min

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$25

Day 7Urban Adventures and Sporting Excitement

$ 6

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

Day 8Imperial Grandeur and Modern Art

$24

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

8 - 12 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).

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$24

Day 9Gardens of Tranquility and Anime Magic

$30

$ 6

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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11 - 14 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

53 - 64 min

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

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$25

Day 10Nostalgic Parks and Thrilling Rides

$113

$ 3

Sprawling national park with extensive trails, bike paths & a variety of gardens & woods.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

51 - 62 min

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Go-karts, roller coasters & kids' rides, plus winter light displays, summer pools & cherry blossoms.

12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$100

Budget breakdown: $663 In total

Activities & Food:$627

Transport:$36