Japan
Plan your trip to Tokyo
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Start freeTokyo is a futuristic metropolis where quiet temples sit beside roaring neon, technology, fashion and some of the world's finest food. A vast, safe and precise city where every neighborhood is a world of its own. Here's everything you need to plan the perfect trip to Tokyo — and build it in a tap with Vagga.
Top sights
Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa
Tokyo's oldest temple, with a traditional market street.
Shibuya Crossing
The world's busiest crossing and a symbol of the city.
Shinjuku & Gyoen Garden
Neon, nightlife, and a serene Japanese garden.
Meiji Shrine & Harajuku
An urban forest and youthful street fashion.
Tokyo Skytree
One of the world's tallest observation towers.
Ginza district
Luxury shopping and fine dining.
Things to do
A food tour at Tsukiji market
Fresh sushi and Japanese street food.
Day trip to Mount Fuji & Hakone
An iconic view and hot springs.
An evening at an izakaya
Japanese pubs with yakitori and sake.
An onsen (bath) experience
A relaxing Japanese bathing tradition.
Where to eat
Sushi & sashimi
Fresh and precise, among the world's best.
Ramen
A rich noodle soup, the ultimate comfort food.
Tempura & udon
Light-fried morsels and thick noodles.
Street food at a yatai
Takoyaki and okonomiyaki.
Best time to visit
Spring (March–May) for cherry blossoms and autumn (October–November) for red foliage. Summer is hot and humid; winter is cool and clear.
Sample itinerary
Day 1
Traditional Tokyo — Asakusa, Senso-ji, and the Meiji Shrine.
Day 2
Modern Tokyo — Shibuya, Shinjuku, and the Tokyo Skytree.
Day 3
Flavors & nature — Tsukiji market, Ginza, and a day trip to Mount Fuji.
Good to know
How many days do you need in Tokyo?
Four to five days for the city; a week with day trips.
Do I need a visa for Japan?
Many nationalities enter visa-free for short stays. Check before you travel.
What's the currency in Tokyo?
The Japanese yen (JPY). Cash is still common; cards and an IC card for transit.
How do you get around?
The train and metro network is among the world's best; buy a Suica/Pasmo card.
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