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Tokyo Adventure: 4 Days of Exploring the Vibrant City

Alexander Zhong

7 Oct 2023

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Embark on an unforgettable journey through Tokyo, experiencing its rich culture, delicious cuisine, and iconic landmarks. Join me as I explore the city's hidden gems and immerse myself in its vibrant atmosphere.

Trip to Tokyo

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$42

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$ 5

RESOL POSHTEL TOKYO ASAKUSA

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Directions

RESOL POSHTEL TOKYO ASAKUSA

Contemporary hostel featuring capsule-style beds with curtains, as well as a sleek lounge.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Yanshan Ajibo (羊香味坊)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Yushima Tenjin Shrine

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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Directions

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

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Asakusa Mugitoro (浅草むぎとろ)

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$16

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Kaminarimon

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

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Kinraku (金楽)

8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

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$16

Sensō-ji

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

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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Free

RESOL POSHTEL TOKYO ASAKUSA

Contemporary hostel featuring capsule-style beds with curtains, as well as a sleek lounge.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

•

Free

Day 2

+

$40

·

$ 5

RESOL POSHTEL TOKYO ASAKUSA

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

~

Directions

RESOL POSHTEL TOKYO ASAKUSA

Contemporary hostel featuring capsule-style beds with curtains, as well as a sleek lounge.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

•

Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

trattoria Little Marco (トラットリア・リトルマルコ)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$11

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Kanda Shrine

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Nezu Shrine

Tranquil Shinto shrine known for its tunnel-like series of torii gates & spring azalea blooms.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Niku to Nihonshu (肉と日本酒)

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$13

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Yanaka Ginza

Traditional shopping street since the 1950s with around 60 stores & restaurants.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Asakusa Shrine

Prominent 1649 Shinto shrine set in a temple complex & hosting the Sanja Matsuri festival in May.

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Free

Kinraku (金楽)

8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

•

$16

RESOL POSHTEL TOKYO ASAKUSA

Contemporary hostel featuring capsule-style beds with curtains, as well as a sleek lounge.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

•

Free

Day 3

+

$90

·

$ 5

RESOL POSHTEL TOKYO ASAKUSA

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

~

Directions

RESOL POSHTEL TOKYO ASAKUSA

Contemporary hostel featuring capsule-style beds with curtains, as well as a sleek lounge.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

~

Directions

スターバックス

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

11 - 16 min

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Directions

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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$13

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Uguisudani-en (鶯谷園)

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$16

31 - 38 min

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Directions

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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$13

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Shibuya Sky

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

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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$25

Chatei Hatou (茶亭 羽當)

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$14

RESOL POSHTEL TOKYO ASAKUSA

Contemporary hostel featuring capsule-style beds with curtains, as well as a sleek lounge.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

•

Free

Day 4

+

$37

·

$ 8

RESOL POSHTEL TOKYO ASAKUSA

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

~

Directions

RESOL POSHTEL TOKYO ASAKUSA

Contemporary hostel featuring capsule-style beds with curtains, as well as a sleek lounge.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

~

Directions

赤坂一龍別館

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$9

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Hie Shrine

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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Directions

Meiji Jingu Gaien

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Directions

trattoria Tanta Bocca

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$15

19 - 23 min

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Directions

Meiji Jingu

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

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Zōjō-ji Temple

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

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Free

Pizza Studio Tamaki (PST) (Pizza Studio Tamaki)

8:30 PM - 10:00 PM

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$13

RESOL POSHTEL TOKYO ASAKUSA

Contemporary hostel featuring capsule-style beds with curtains, as well as a sleek lounge.

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM

•

Free

Budget breakdown: $230 In total

Activities & Food:$209

Transport:$21