5 days in Tōkyō: How to travel in Tokyo as a first timer

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    5 Days in Tokyo: An Unforgettable Journey Through the City’s Best Sights and Hidden Gems

    Aug 10, 2023

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    Duration: 5 days

    Tōkyō

    Suitable for: Outdoor & Nature, Foodie, Adventure, Culture & Art, Shopping, Hiking & Trekking, Sightseeing, Nightlife

    Itinerary Overview

    Important Notes Before Traveling

    • • The best time to visit Tokyo is in spring (March-May) or autumn (September-November) when the weather is mild and the scenery is stunning.

    • • The currency used in Japan is the Japanese yen (JPY). You can exchange money at the airport, major banks, or convenience stores. You can also withdraw cash from ATMs that accept international cards.

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    Itinerary

    Day 1
    Tranquil Traditions and Trendy Treasures in Shibuya
    Meiji Shrine

    Place

    1-1 Yoyogikamizonocho, Shibuya City, Tokyo, Japan

    Yoyogi Park

    Place

    2-1 Yoyogikamizonochō, Shibuya City, Tokyo 151-0052, Japan

    Takeshita St

    Place

    Takeshita St, 1-chōme Jingūmae, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan

    Shibuya Crossing

    Place

    2 Chome-2-1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya City, Tokyo, Japan

    Shibuya Shopping

    Food & Beverage

    Shibuya Center-Gai, 21 Udagawa-cho, Shibuya City, Tokyo, Japan

    Day 2
    Serenity in Shinjuku and Shopping Extravaganza
    Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

    Place

    11 Naitomachi, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0014, Japan

    Don Quijote

    Place

    Don Quijote Asakusa, 2 Chome-10 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo, Japan

    Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building

    Place

    2 Chome-8-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 163-8001, Japan

    Kabukicho

    Place

    Kabukichō, Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan

    Omoide Yokochō

    Food & Beverage

    1 Chome-2 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan

    Day 3
    Spiritual Explorations and Culinary Delights in Asakusa
    Sensō-ji

    Place

    2-chōme-3-1 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan

    Nakamise-dori Street

    Place

    1 Chome-36-3 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan

    Kappabashi Dougu Street

    Place

    3 Chome-18-2 Matsugaya, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0036, Japan

    Ueno Park

    Place

    4 Uenokoen, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0007, Japan

    Ameyoko Danke Ueno

    Food & Beverage

    Japan, 〒110-0005 Tokyo, Taito City, Ueno, 4 Chome−1−8 長谷 ビル 1F

    Day 4
    Imperial Elegance and Chic Shopping in Chiyoda
    Imperial Palace

    Place

    1-1 Chiyoda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-8111, Japan

    Kitte Building

    Place

    2 Chome-7-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo, Japan

    Shinshu-Matsumoto Hikariya

    Food & Beverage

    2 Chome-7-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo, Japan

    PRONTO - Ginza Namiki-dori Street

    Place

    Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 8-chōme−6−25 河北新報ビル

    Ginza Okinawan Washita Shop

    Place

    Japan, 〒100-0006 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Yurakucho, 2 Chome−10−1 東京交通会館 1階

    GINZA SIX

    Place

    6 Chome-10-1 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan

    Day 5
    Artistic Enclaves and Stylish Pursuits in Aoyama
    Nezu Museum

    Place

    6-chōme-5-1 Minamiaoyama, Minato City, Tokyo 107-0062, Japan

    Aoyama Flower Market Tea House Akasaka Biz Tower

    Food & Beverage

    Japan, 〒107-6301 Tokyo, Minato City, Akasaka, 5 Chome−3−1 Bizタワ 1F

    表参道

    Place

    Japan, Tokyo, 表参道

    Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku

    Place

    4 Chome-30-3 Jingumae, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan

    Roppongi Hills Mori Tower

    Place

    6 Chome-10-1 Roppongi, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0032, Japan

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