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Tokyo Tales: 6 Days of Adventure in the Land of the Rising Sun

TheChrissythebluecat

TheChrissythebluecat

5 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Tokyo's vibrant streets, ancient temples, and mouthwatering culinary delights. Join me as I explore iconic landmarks, indulge in authentic pizza, and immerse myself in the magic of Ghibli. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the Land of the Rising Sun!

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Day 1Serenity and Skyscrapers - Yoyogi Park, Meiji Jingu, Pizza Studio Tamaki, Tokyo Tower, Fureika
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$72

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$ 3

Yoyogi Park
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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Meiji Jingu
Surrounded by forest, this venerable Shinto shrine features a seasonal iris garden.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
32 - 39 min

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Pizza Studio Tamaki (PST) (Pizza Studio Tamaki)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
8 - 11 min

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Tokyo Tower
Reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, this landmark features observation areas & other attractions.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$38
11 - 16 min

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Fureika (中国飯店 富麗華)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
Day 2A Ghibli Wonderland and Tranquil Gardens - Ghibli Museum, Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, trattoria Tanta Bocca, Cafe Arles
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$62

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$ 6

Ghibli Museum
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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$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.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$5
12 - 17 min

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trattoria Tanta Bocca
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$14
12 - 15 min

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Cafe Arles (カフェ アルル)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 3Wild Encounters and Timeless Traditions - Ueno Zoo, Sensō-ji, Asakusa Menchi, SUKE6 DINER
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$50

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$ 3

Ueno Zoo
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
15 - 18 min

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Sensō-ji
Completed in 645, this temple, Tokyo's oldest, was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Asakusa Menchi (浅草メンチ)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$16
4 - 5 min

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SUKE6 DINER
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
Day 4Parks, Palaces, and Italian Delights - Ueno Park, Imperial Palace, Elio Locanda Italiana, FACTORY
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$22

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$ 9

Ueno Park
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
22 - 27 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.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Elio Locanda Italiana
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$8
11 - 14 min

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FACTORY
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
Day 5Disney Magic and Culinary Delights - Tokyo DisneySea, Cape Cod Cook-Off, Ramen Jiro
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$140

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$ 3

Tokyo DisneySea
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
8 - 11 min

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Cape Cod Cook-Off (ケープコッド・クックオフ)
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$14
31 - 38 min

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Ramen Jiro (ラーメン二郎 環七一之江店)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$6
Day 6Enchanting Fairytales and Sky-High Views - Tokyo Disneyland, L'Atelier du pain, Roppongi Hills, Jomon
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$156

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$ 3

Tokyo Disneyland
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
34 - 41 min

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L'Atelier du pain (ラトリエ デュ パン)
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$16
8 - 11 min

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Roppongi Hills
Complex housing offices, restaurants & art museum, plus a skyscraper with a roof observation deck.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Jomon (ジョウモン)
六本木店
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$20

Budget breakdown: $529 In total

Activities & Food:$502
Transport:$27