Tokyo

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Tokyo Travel Guide Video

Experience the energy of one of the world’s largest cities, home to electronics shops and towering skyscrapers, ancient art and pretty cherry blossoms.

With more than 30 million residents, Tokyo’s metropolitan region is the largest population center in the world. This position is especially impressive given that half of Tokyo was destroyed during World War II air raids. The city that was rebuilt after 1945 presents a fascinating blend of ancient tradition and modern leadership.

Go to the top of a skyscraper for impressive views of this seemingly endless city. From the Rainbow Bridge, Tokyo Tower, Mori Tower and Tokyo Skytree, you’ll see iconic landmarks in Japan’s modern skyline and even beyond to Mount Fuji. Back on street level, experience the atmosphere of the city’s liveliest district, Shinjuku, home to many of Tokyo’s tallest buildings and the city’s busiest rail station.

Although a modern city, Tokyo maintains its links to the past. See art and artifacts from ancient Japan and other Asian countries in the Tokyo National Museum. Its collection includes items up to 12,000 years old. The Tokyo Imperial Palace sits on the site that has been home to shoguns and emperors for centuries.

Learn about traditional Buddhist spirituality dating back to 645 at the Sensoji Temple. The Yasukuni Shrine and Yushukan Museum showcase Shinto efforts to commemorate the services of the more than 2 million citizens who died in service to their country over the last century and a half.

Tokyo is constantly rebuilding and reinventing itself. The Roppongi Hills multi-use complex was created in 2003 in the heart of the city and provides some of the trendiest scenes for nighttime entertainment. It’s especially popular with expats.

Although Tokyo is densely populated, it has plenty of green space throughout its 23 wards. Late March and early April feature the famous Japanese cherry blossoms. One of the most popular places to enjoy the flora with a picnic lunch is Shinjuku Gyoen. Parks in every district are carefully designed with detailed landscape architecture to provide oases for Japan’s citizens and visitors to relax and refresh.

Where to stay in Tokyo

Shibuya showing a high rise building, street scenes and modern architecture

Shibuya

4.5/5(563 area reviews)

Shibuya is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Shibuya Crossing and Meiji Jingu Shrine. See more of Tokyo by jumping on the metro at Shibuya Station or Meiji-jingumae 'Harajuku' Station.

Shibuya
Ginza showing signage, street scenes and skyline

Ginza

4.5/5(389 area reviews)

Travelers love Ginza for its popular shops, and you can see more of Tokyo by jumping on the metro at Ginza Station or Higashi-ginza Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Ginza Six and Yamaha Hall.

Ginza
Ueno

Ueno

4.5/5(172 area reviews)

Travelers choose Ueno for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Ueno-okachimachi Station or Ueno-hirokoji Station and check out top sights like Ueno Park.

Ueno
Sensoji Temple featuring religious elements, a city and a temple or place of worship

Asakusa

5/5(156 area reviews)

Asakusa is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sensō-ji Temple or Asakusa Shrine.

Asakusa
Tokyo Midtown which includes outdoor art and a garden as well as a family

Minato

4.5/5(344 area reviews)

Tokyo Tower and Tokyo Bay are top sights in Minato, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Sengakuji Station or Shirokane-takanawa Station to see more sights in the area.

Minato
Chiyoda featuring kayaking or canoeing, a river or creek and wildflowers

Chiyoda

4.5/5(955 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Chiyoda. Nippon Budokan is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Kudanshita Station or Takebashi Station to see more of Tokyo.

Chiyoda
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower
APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower
3 out of 5
1-11-10 Yokoami, Sumida, Tokyo, Tokyo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$2,124 per night from Apr 23 to Apr 24
NT$2,124
per night
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,672 reviews)
"Bad elevator algorithm"

Reviewed on 2024/3/26

APA Hotel & Resort Ryogoku Eki Tower
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
4 out of 5
1-19-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is NT$5,217 per night from Apr 18 to Apr 19
NT$5,217
per night
Apr 18 - Apr 19
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,279 reviews)
a little small but nice.
"nice location (LOTS of activity around the hotel) the rooms are pretty small, or at least the one we had was. best to pick a different place (or get a larger room) if you have lots of luggage. otherwise you have to get pretty creative where you put it."

Reviewed on 2024/3/26

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Hotel Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku
Hotel Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku
3 out of 5
2-3-1 Yoyogi, Shibuya, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is NT$5,947 per night from Apr 25 to Apr 26
NT$5,947
per night
Apr 25 - Apr 26
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,117 reviews)
"Convenient Near train station However room not fully clean-up . Can see dust 😂"

Reviewed on 2024/3/26

Hotel Sunroute Plaza Shinjuku
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Rhodes Kagurazaka Hotel
Rhodes Kagurazaka Hotel
3 out of 5
1-17 Saikumachi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and a hair dryer. Popular attractions Tokyo Dome and Tokyo Tower are located nearby. ...
6.8/10 (51 reviews)
"Great stay."

Reviewed on 2024/3/18

Rhodes Kagurazaka Hotel
MONday Apart Premium NIHONBASHI(Former:GATE STAY PREMIUM NIHONBASHI)
MONday Apart Premium NIHONBASHI(Former:GATE STAY PREMIUM NIHONBASHI)
4 out of 5
4-1-5 Nihonbashi Honmachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (192 reviews)
"Excellent week-long stay at this property-- the front desk reception staff was very helpful. The access to multiple train/metro stations was ideal for our family."

Reviewed on 2024/3/27

MONday Apart Premium NIHONBASHI(Former:GATE STAY PREMIUM NIHONBASHI)
MONday Apart Premium Ueno
MONday Apart Premium Ueno
4 out of 5
1-7-6 Kitaueno, Tokyo, Tokyo
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Ueno Park and Sensō-ji Temple are located nearby. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (103 reviews)
"The room was quite spacious and clean, there’s 7/11 right by the hotel and Lawson nearby, about 6 mins walk to JR Ueno station and metro. Took Keisei Skyliner from Narita and took taxi to the hotel."

Reviewed on 2024/3/24

MONday Apart Premium Ueno
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Tokyo

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Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
May 3, 2020

Tokyo is beautiful, breathtaking place to visit.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Apr 7, 2020

Loved Tokyo we did go to a lot more of locations. Can’t wait to be back.

5/5 - Excellent

AndreaF
Apr 1, 2020

Beautiful city. A lot of day and night activities to realize with great environment.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Apr 1, 2020

No place is without its faults, but Tokyo is certainly one of those that rank highly in general, in my opinion. Transportation is relatively easy, although it does take some getting used to. So many sites to see with usually not enough time for all

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Mar 26, 2020

An amazing experience

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Mar 26, 2020

Definitely will return

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