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Tokyo Adventure: 10 Days of Unforgettable Experiences

Hugh Hickling

Hugh Hickling

8 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, immerse in local culture, and indulge in the city's hidden gems. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Japan!

Trip to Tokyo

Day 1Sacred Shrines and Aquatic Wonders
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$42

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$ 6

CITAN

Depart from your stay 🏨

37 - 45 min

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Meiji Jingu
Surrounded by forest, this venerable Shinto shrine features a seasonal iris garden.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
16 - 24 min

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Yoyogi Park
Large, public city park with lakes, fountains & forested areas with mature trees.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
29 - 35 min

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BOULANGERIE SEIJI ASAKURA
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$10
12 - 17 min

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Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa
Sleek aquarium with illuminated tanks, penguins & seals, dolphin performances & a museum.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$25
10 - 12 min

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Oniyamma (おにやんま)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$7
Day 2Gardens, Museums, and Culinary Delights
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$31

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$ 6

CITAN

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 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.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$3
32 - 39 min

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Ghibli Museum
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
68 - 82 min

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Asakusa Menchi (浅草メンチ)
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$7
4 - 5 min

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Sensō-ji
Completed in 645, this temple, Tokyo's oldest, was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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SUKE6 DINER
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
Day 3Thrilling Rides and Scenic Views
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$65

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$ 8

CITAN

Depart from your stay 🏨

61 - 74 min

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Yomiuri Land
Go-karts, roller coasters & kids' rides, plus winter light displays, summer pools & cherry blossoms.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$50
71 - 86 min

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breadworks
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$8
7 - 9 min

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Shinagawa Prince Hotel
Polished quarters in a modern high-rise lodging with multiple restaurants, 2 pools & a cinema.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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SOHOLM (スーホルム)
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$7
Day 4Art, Architecture, and Gastronomic Delights
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$11

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$ 5

CITAN

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Meiji Jingu Gaien
Well-known park with an indoor ice skating rink, driving range, baseball diamonds & tennis courts.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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The National Art Center, Tokyo
Large, modern venue presenting temporary exhibitions of Japanese & international art.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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L'Atelier du pain (ラトリエ デュ パン)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$4
8 - 11 min

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Roppongi Hills
Complex housing offices, restaurants & art museum, plus a skyscraper with a roof observation deck.
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Jomon (ジョウモン)
六本木店
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$7
Day 5Amusement Parks and Imperial Majesty
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$10

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$ 9

CITAN

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Tokyo Dome City Attractions
Urban entertainment complex boasting a dome-shaped baseball stadium, roller coasters & a mall.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 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
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Elio Locanda Italiana
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$7
7 - 9 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.
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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FACTORY
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$3
Day 6Towers, Art, and Traditional Cuisine
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$50

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$ 6

CITAN

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Tokyo Tower
Reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, this landmark features observation areas & other attractions.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$19
32 - 39 min

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Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum
Museum of fine art, sculpture & photography, with 6 exhibition halls, cafes & restaurants.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$13
19 - 23 min

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Asakusa Mugitoro (浅草むぎとろ)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$8
4 - 5 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
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Free
4 - 6 min

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浅草茶寮一松
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 7Magical Disney Experience and Spiritual Serenity
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$77

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$ 5

CITAN

Depart from your stay 🏨

38 - 46 min

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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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$60
41 - 50 min

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Tanaka Sobaten (田中そば店)
秋葉原店
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$8
5 - 8 min

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Kanda Shrine
Venerable Shinto shrine moved to its current locale in 1616, with vibrant vermilion & gold coloring.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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JAM Akihabara
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
Day 8Science, Nature, and Savory Ramen
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$20

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$ 5

CITAN

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation
Hands-on exhibits & classes exploring the future of science & technology, plus a cafe & a gift shop.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$10
38 - 46 min

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Ueno Park
Popular city park featuring ample walking paths, a lake with boat rentals, a zoo & several museums.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Ramen Kamo to Negi (らーめん 鴨to葱)
2017/6/28~
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$7
1 - 2 min

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Tonkatsu Yamabe (とんかつ山家)
御徒町店
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$3
Day 9Enchanting DisneySea and Hearty Ramen
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$71

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$ 5

CITAN

Depart from your stay 🏨

35 - 42 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.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$60
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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$6
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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$5
Day 10Museums, Cafes, and a Zoo Adventure
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$44

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$ 5

CITAN

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Edo-Tokyo Museum
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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$8
24 - 29 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
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$13
15 - 22 min

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COUZT CAFE+SHOP
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$8
15 - 22 min

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Ueno Zoo
19th-century zoo with 400+ animal species, including pandas, a petting area & a 5-story pagoda.
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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$10
12 - 17 min

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Delhi (デリー)
上野店
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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$6

Budget breakdown: $478 In total

Activities & Food:$421
Transport:$57