Tokyo in 10 Days: A Journey of Tradition and Adventure

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4 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure through the vibrant streets of Tokyo. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Ueno Park and Kaminarimon, witness the breathtaking views from Tokyo Skytree, and get lost in the tranquility of Yoyogi Park and Meiji Jingu. Dive into the wonders of Sensō-ji and Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa, and explore the modern marvels of Roppongi Hills and Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. Indulge your inner child at Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea, and discover the treasures of Ueno Zoo, Tokyo Tower, and the National Museum of Nature and Science. Conclude your journey with a visit to the Edo-Tokyo Museum and Sunshine City, leaving no stone unturned in this captivating metropolis.

Trip to Tokyo

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Tokyo's Icons - Ueno Park, Kaminarimon, and Tokyo Skytree

$19

$ 6

the square hotel GINZA

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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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

14 - 17 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$19

Day 2Serenity and Spirituality - Yoyogi Park, Meiji Jingu, and Sensō-ji

$ 5

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Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

17 - 26 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

27 - 33 min

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

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Aquatic Wonders and Urban Sophistication - Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa and Roppongi Hills

$25

$ 5

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Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 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

26 - 32 min

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

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Nature's Oasis and Animation Magic - Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden and Ghibli Museum

$15

$ 5

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Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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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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37 - 45 min

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$13

Day 5A Magical Escape - Tokyo Disneyland

$60

$ 3

the square hotel GINZA

Depart from your stay 🏨

39 - 47 min

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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

Day 6History and Majesty - Yasukuni Jinja and Imperial Palace

$ 5

the square hotel GINZA

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 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

6 - 8 min

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

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 7Immerse in Fantasy - Tokyo DisneySea

$60

$ 3

the square hotel GINZA

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

Directions

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 8Wildlife Encounters and Panoramic Views - Ueno Zoo and Tokyo Tower

$29

$ 5

the square hotel GINZA

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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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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$10

29 - 35 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$19

Day 9Science and Art Unite - National Museum of Nature and Science and Tokyo National Museum

$25

$ 3

the square hotel GINZA

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

5 - 8 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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$13

Day 10Unraveling Tokyo's Past - Edo-Tokyo Museum and Sunshine City

$ 5

the square hotel GINZA

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

Directions

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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22 - 27 min

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

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $283 In total

Activities & Food:$241

Transport:$42