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Tokyo Tales

Anika Müller

7 Jan 2024

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Embark on an 8-day adventure through the vibrant streets of Tokyo, immersing yourself in the rich culture, savoring delectable cuisines, and discovering hidden gems. From tranquil gardens to bustling cityscapes, this blog will guide you through an unforgettable journey in the heart of Japan.

Trip to Tokyo

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Day 1Unveiling the Secrets of Yoyogi Park and Meiji Jingu

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$114

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$ 3

FUGLEN TOKYO

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

12 - 17 min

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Yoyogi Park

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 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.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Pizzeria da peppe Napoli Sta'ca

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$32

4 - 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

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$38

13 - 20 min

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純豆腐田舎家

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 2Roppongi Hills: A Fusion of Art and Entertainment

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$85

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$ 6

モンマスティー 千駄ヶ谷店

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$22

11 - 16 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.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$5

17 - 21 min

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DIYA

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$26

5 - 8 min

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Roppongi Hills

Complex housing offices, restaurants & art museum, plus a skyscraper with a roof observation deck.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

35 - 42 min

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Kaminarimon

A 3.9m-tall lantern greets visitors to this stately gate at the entrance to Sensō-ji temple.

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Asakusa Mugitoro (浅草むぎとろ)

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$32

Day 3Imperial Palace: A Glimpse into Tokyo's Royal Heritage

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$80

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$ 6

Barbacoa, Takanawa

高輪店

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

1 - 2 min

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Shinagawa Prince Hotel

Polished quarters in a modern high-rise lodging with multiple restaurants, 2 pools & a cinema.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

41 - 50 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

7 - 9 min

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Hop-Scotch Tokyo

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$32

9 - 14 min

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Yasukuni Jinja

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

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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The Royal Scotsman

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 4Ueno Park: Where Nature and History Converge

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$112

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$ 6

trattoria Little Marco (トラットリア・リトルマルコ)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

9 - 14 min

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Kanda Shrine

Venerable Shinto shrine moved to its current locale in 1616, with vibrant vermilion & gold coloring.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 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

16 - 20 min

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Cheese Garden (チーズガーデン)

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$30

1 - 2 min

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Tokyo Skytree

World's tallest freestanding broadcasting tower with an observation deck boasting 360-degree views.

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$38

11 - 16 min

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ベジバル ソレイユ

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Day 5Sensō-ji: Unleashing the Spirit of Ancient Tokyo

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$119

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$ 3

スターバックス

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

2 - 3 min

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Ueno Zoo

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$20

11 - 16 min

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T's Tantan (T'sたんたん)

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$32

10 - 15 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.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$25

9 - 11 min

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Sensō-ji

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

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Veganic Monkey Magic

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$24

Day 6Magical Moments at Tokyo Disneyland

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$192

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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$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

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$120

28 - 41 min

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Yucatan Base Camp Grill (ユカタン・ベースキャンプ・グリル)

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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$26

15 - 22 min

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Ristorante di Canaletto (リストランテ・ディ・カナレット)

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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$24

Day 7teamLab Planets TOKYO: A Surreal Digital Wonderland

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$167

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$ 3

Sushi Dai (寿司大)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

12 - 17 min

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teamLab Planets TOKYO

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$74

29 - 35 min

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笹乃雪

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$24

14 - 21 min

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Tokyo National Museum

Stately museum complex devoted to the art & antiquities of Japan, as well as other Asian countries.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$25

11 - 16 min

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Guruatsu

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Day 8Tokyo DisneySea: Where Imagination Sets Sail

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$190

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$ 3

Oceano (オチェーアノ)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

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

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$120

24 - 35 min

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Ristorante di Canaletto (リストランテ・ディ・カナレット)

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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$24

28 - 34 min

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HUNZA

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Budget breakdown: $1089 In total

Activities & Food:$1059

Transport:$30