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Tokyo Adventure: 9 Days of Sushi, Temples, and Disney Magic!

Joseph Goldstein

Joseph Goldstein

1 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey through the vibrant streets of Tokyo. Discover ancient temples, feast on mouthwatering sushi, and experience the enchantment of Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Japan!

Day 1Starbucks, Ueno Park, Ueno Zoo, and Ramen Kamo to Negi
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$64

スターバックス
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$20
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
Free
3 - 4 min

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Ueno Zoo
19th-century zoo with 400+ animal species, including pandas, a petting area & a 5-story pagoda.
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$20
12 - 17 min

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Ramen Kamo to Negi (らーめん 鴨to葱)
2017/6/28~
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$24
Day 2東瀛, National Museum of Nature and Science, Edo-Tokyo Museum, Tokyo Skytree, and 焼肉すみ屋
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$132

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$ 6

東瀛
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$22
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.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$25
20 - 24 min

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Edo-Tokyo Museum
Major museum opened in 1993 & displaying artifacts from Tokyo's Edo period & one-off exhibits.
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$15
15 - 18 min

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Tokyo Skytree
World's tallest freestanding broadcasting tower with an observation deck boasting 360-degree views.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
$38
5 - 8 min

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焼肉すみ屋
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$32
Day 3Authentique, Kaminarimon, Sensō-ji, Tokyo National Museum, and Uguisudani-en
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$73

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$ 3

Authentique (オーセンティック)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$20
3 - 4 min

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Kaminarimon
A 3.9m-tall lantern greets visitors to this stately gate at the entrance to Sensō-ji temple.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
5 - 8 min

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Sensō-ji
Completed in 645, this temple, Tokyo's oldest, was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Tokyo National Museum
Stately museum complex devoted to the art & antiquities of Japan, as well as other Asian countries.
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$25
11 - 16 min

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Uguisudani-en (鶯谷園)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$28
Day 4Joe's Shanghai, Sunshine City, Yasukuni Jinja, Kanda Shrine, and Tanaka Sobaten
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$44

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$ 6

Joe's Shanghai
池袋店
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$18
3 - 4 min

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Sunshine City
Multibuilding mall with shops, eateries, an observation deck, aquarium, museum & indoor theme parks.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
14 - 17 min

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Yasukuni Jinja
Shinto-style shrine commemorating Japanese war dead, plus a garden with cherry blossom trees.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Free
12 - 15 min

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Kanda Shrine
Venerable Shinto shrine moved to its current locale in 1616, with vibrant vermilion & gold coloring.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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
$26
Day 5Sushi Kanesaka, Imperial Palace, Tokyo Tower, Yoyogi Park, and Yoyonam
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$80

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$ 6

Sushi Kanesaka (鮨 かねさか)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$18
11 - 16 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.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
19 - 23 min

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Tokyo Tower
Reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, this landmark features observation areas & other attractions.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
$38
19 - 23 min

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Yoyogi Park
Large, public city park with lakes, fountains & forested areas with mature trees.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Free
9 - 14 min

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Yoyonam (ヨヨナム)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$24
Day 6Queen of Hearts Banquet Hall, Tokyo Disneyland, and Restaurant Hokusai
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$172

Queen of Hearts Banquet Hall (クイーン・オブ・ハートのバンケットホール)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$22
4 - 6 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
$120
6 - 9 min

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Restaurant Hokusai (れすとらん北齋)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$30
Day 7Oceano, Tokyo DisneySea, and The Blue Bayou Restaurant
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$164

Oceano (オチェーアノ)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$18
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
$120
23 - 34 min

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The Blue Bayou Restaurant (ブルーバイユー・レストラン)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$26
Day 8Restaurant Kinoshita, Meiji Jingu, Roppongi Hills, Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa, and Quintessence
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$94

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$ 9

Restaurant Kinoshita (レストラン キノシタ)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$16
12 - 17 min

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Meiji Jingu
Surrounded by forest, this venerable Shinto shrine features a seasonal iris garden.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
25 - 30 min

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Roppongi Hills
Complex housing offices, restaurants & art museum, plus a skyscraper with a roof observation deck.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Free
20 - 24 min

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Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa
Sleek aquarium with illuminated tanks, penguins & seals, dolphin performances & a museum.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
$50
13 - 16 min

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Quintessence (カンテサンス)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$28
Day 9Chai Break, Ghibli Museum, Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Shinagawa Prince Hotel, and Quintessence
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$78

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$ 9

chai break
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$20
11 - 16 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
$25
48 - 58 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.
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$5
38 - 46 min

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Shinagawa Prince Hotel
Polished quarters in a modern high-rise lodging with multiple restaurants, 2 pools & a cinema.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Free
12 - 15 min

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Quintessence (カンテサンス)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$28

Budget breakdown: $940 In total

Activities & Food:$901
Transport:$39