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Tokyo Adventure: 🗼🍣🎢

Edwin Kozo Tattoo

14 Jan 2024

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Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through the vibrant streets of Tokyo, immersing yourself in the rich culture, savoring delectable cuisine, and experiencing unforgettable attractions. From ancient temples to futuristic theme parks, this blog will guide you through the best of Tokyo!

Trip to Tokyo

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Delights of Asakusa: Traditional Eateries and Historic Temples

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$91

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$ 6

Yadoroku (浅草 宿六)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Sensō-ji

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Edo-Tokyo Museum

Major museum opened in 1993 & displaying artifacts from Tokyo's Edo period & one-off exhibits.

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$15

14 - 21 min

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Directions

Yuwaeru (結わえる)

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$32

5 - 6 min

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Directions

Phayao (パヤオ)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 2Urban Oasis and Cultural Marvels: Yoyogi Park and Meiji Shrine

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$80

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$ 3

Starbucks (スターバックス)

飯田橋サクラテラス店

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$22

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Yasukuni Jinja

Shinto-style shrine commemorating Japanese war dead, plus a garden with cherry blossom trees.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Yoyogi Park

Large, public city park with lakes, fountains & forested areas with mature trees.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Yoyonam (ヨヨナム)

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$26

7 - 10 min

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Directions

FUGLEN TOKYO

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$32

Day 3Culinary Exploration: Trattorias and Tokyo Dome City

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$80

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$ 3

Trattoria Lemon (トラットリアレモン)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

12 - 18 min

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Directions

Tokyo Dome City Attractions

Urban entertainment complex boasting a dome-shaped baseball stadium, roller coasters & a mall.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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Directions

trattoria Tanta Bocca

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$32

10 - 15 min

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Directions

Meiji Jingu

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Bogamari Cucina Marinara

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 4Sushi Extravaganza and Imperial Grandeur

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$74

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$ 6

Sushi Kanesaka (鮨 かねさか)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

11 - 16 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.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Elio Locanda Italiana

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$30

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Bondy (ボンディ)

神保町本店

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Day 5Ueno's Charm: Parks, Ramen, and Zoo

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$94

スターバックス

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Ueno Park

Popular city park featuring ample walking paths, a lake with boat rentals, a zoo & several museums.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Ramen Kamo to Negi (らーめん 鴨to葱)

2017/6/28~

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$32

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Ueno Zoo

19th-century zoo with 400+ animal species, including pandas, a petting area & a 5-story pagoda.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$20

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Delhi (デリー)

上野店

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 6Artistic Treasures and Serene Gardens

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$107

東瀛

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$22

12 - 18 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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$25

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Uguisudani-en (鶯谷園)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

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Uguisudani-en (鶯谷園)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 7Shinjuku Wonders: Gardens, Thai Cuisine, and Ghibli Magic

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$98

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$ 9

モンマスティー 千駄ヶ谷店

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

This former estate is now a 144-acre park with diverse garden areas, grassy expanses & a greenhouse.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$5

38 - 46 min

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Directions

Krung Siam (クルン・サイアム)

吉祥寺店

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$24

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Ghibli Museum

Whimsical museum dedicated to the famed animation studio with a play area, theater & rooftop garden.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$25

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Cafe RIGOLETTO

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Day 8Iconic Landmarks and Pizza Delights

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$108

NOBU TOKYO

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

13 - 20 min

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Directions

Tokyo Tower

Reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, this landmark features observation areas & other attractions.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$38

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Pizza Studio Tamaki (PST) (Pizza Studio Tamaki)

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

10 - 15 min

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Directions

DA OLMO

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 9Disney Dreams: Magical Banquets and Theme Park Thrills

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$202

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

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$20

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Tokyo Disneyland

Tokyo offshoot of the iconic theme park known for its rides, live shows & costumed characters.

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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$120

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Restaurant Hokusai (れすとらん北齋)

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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$30

3 - 4 min

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Directions

The Blue Bayou Restaurant (ブルーバイユー・レストラン)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$32

Day 10Disney Delights and Farewell Feasts

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$204

Oceano (オチェーアノ)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

4 - 5 min

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Directions

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

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$120

23 - 34 min

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Directions

The Blue Bayou Restaurant (ブルーバイユー・レストラン)

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$32

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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

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$32

Budget breakdown: $1165 In total

Activities & Food:$1138

Transport:$27