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10 Days in Tokyo: A Journey of Culture and Adventure

Michael Griffin

Michael Griffin

19 Nov 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Tokyo with this exciting 10-day itinerary. Explore stunning parks, visit iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich Japanese culture.

Day 1
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$32

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$ 5

Yoyogi Park
Large, public city park with lakes, fountains & forested areas with mature trees.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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
Free
24 - 29 min

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Veg Kitchen (ベジキッチン)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$16
9 - 11 min

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Kaminarimon
A 3.9m-tall lantern greets visitors to this stately gate at the entrance to Sensō-ji temple.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
18 - 22 min

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Sushizanmai (廻るすしざんまい 築地店)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$16
Day 2
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$29

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$ 5

Roppongi Hills
Complex housing offices, restaurants & art museum, plus a skyscraper with a roof observation deck.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
15 - 18 min

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Shinagawa Prince Hotel
Polished quarters in a modern high-rise lodging with multiple restaurants, 2 pools & a cinema.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
13 - 16 min

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Itasoba Kaoriya (板蕎麦 香り家)
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$13
8 - 10 min

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Afuri
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$16
Day 3
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$34

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$ 5

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
This former estate is now a 144-acre park with diverse garden areas, grassy expanses & a greenhouse.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$3
13 - 16 min

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Yasukuni Jinja
Shinto-style shrine commemorating Japanese war dead, plus a garden with cherry blossom trees.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
10 - 12 min

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bills
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$16
15 - 18 min

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Indian Restaurant & Bar Downtown B's
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$15
Day 4
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$66

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$ 8

Tokyo Skytree
World's tallest freestanding broadcasting tower with an observation deck boasting 360-degree views.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$19
7 - 9 min

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Sensō-ji
Completed in 645, this temple, Tokyo's oldest, was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
14 - 17 min

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Kanda Shrine
Venerable Shinto shrine moved to its current locale in 1616, with vibrant vermilion & gold coloring.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
19 - 23 min

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Indian Restaurant & Bar Downtown B's
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$15
5 - 6 min

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Tokyo Tower
Reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, this landmark features observation areas & other attractions.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
$19
13 - 16 min

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CICADA
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$13
Day 5
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$28

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$ 3

Imperial Palace
This site with scenic gardens & tours of the grounds is the main residence of the emperor of Japan.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
12 - 15 min

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Sushizanmai (廻るすしざんまい 築地店)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$16
18 - 22 min

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Napure Minami Aoyama
南青山本店
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$12
Day 6
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$38

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$ 3

Ueno Park
Popular city park featuring ample walking paths, a lake with boat rentals, a zoo & several museums.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
$10
6 - 8 min

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Vege Herb Saga (ヴェジハーブサーガ)
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$13
9 - 11 min

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FIRE HOUSE
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$15
Day 7
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$51

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$ 3

National Museum of Nature and Science
Sprawling museum with a 360-degree movie theater & exhibits on topics such as dinosaurs & evolution.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$13
5 - 8 min

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Tokyo National Museum
Stately museum complex devoted to the art & antiquities of Japan, as well as other Asian countries.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
$13
21 - 26 min

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AIN SOPH.soar
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$12
21 - 26 min

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Ohitsuzen Tanbo (おひつ膳 田んぼ)
代々木本店
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$14
Day 8
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$87

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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
$60
15 - 18 min

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Ristorante di Canaletto (リストランテ・ディ・カナレット)
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$12
24 - 29 min

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HUNZA
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$15
Day 9
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$66

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$ 3

teamLab Planets TOKYO
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$37
23 - 28 min

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Sunshine City
Multibuilding mall with shops, eateries, an observation deck, aquarium, museum & indoor theme parks.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Free
12 - 17 min

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Daitokai (大都会)
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$15
21 - 26 min

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Ohitsuzen Tanbo (おひつ膳 田んぼ)
代々木本店
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$14
Day 10
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$92

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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
$60
20 - 24 min

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Govinda's (ゴヴィンダス)
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$16
22 - 27 min

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Farmer's Bar Spice (ファーマーズバースパイス)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$16

Budget breakdown: $562 In total

Activities & Food:$523
Transport:$39