A highlight in Tokyo, Akihabara is a major shoppin...Photo by Creative Commons
Part of the ceremonyPhoto by Karen A, Canada
Fish vendor showing off his wares at the Tsukiji F...Photo by Creative Commons
Priests on their way to the Meiji Shinto Shrine.Photo by Tyrone P, Australia
Night on the Town: Tokyo Sunset by Richard Fisher ...Photo by Creative Commons
Ha, ha, I'm not quite ready yet. False bluff as th...Photo by Justin S, Australia
I loved Tokyo Tower & Mina was very knoledgeable a...Photo by Martha W, USA
Here I am with my tour guide, she was absolutely w...Photo by Martha W, USA
Nan and I towards the end of our Rickshaw ride in ...Photo by Michael H, USA
Tokyo Bay, Tokyo, Japan by Maxime Guilbot via Flic...Photo by Creative Commons
This was my break from the "business" of Tokyo. I ...Photo by Stephane S, Canada
Tuna at the Tsukiji fish market, TokyoPhoto by Anonymous
Fish on display at the market.Photo by ROD C, Australia
Wrestlers squaring up to each other.Photo by Claire B, United Kingdom
Japan had there on Statue of Liberty commisioned f...Photo by DAVID C, USA
Me at Nakamise Shopping Street in Asakusa.Photo by Edyta R, Australia
Lake AshiPhoto by Marin P
She was a great tour guide. I enjoyed her company ...Photo by Martha W, USA
Here I am with the 2 Tea Masters, after the ceremo...Photo by Martha W, USA
Check out this Buddhist temple!Photo by Anonymous
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Tokyo, Japan's capital city, is a place where the urgent rhythms of consumer culture collide with the quieter moments that linger from older traditions. It is hectic madness leavened by the most Zen-like calm; a wonderful and worldly culture where tradition constantly mixes with the modern.
From visiting ancient shrines to the latest in shopping, watching Sumo wrestling to learning calligraphy, the range of things to do in Tokyo is breathtaking. Help make sense of the range of activities with our top tips for Tokyo trips.
3 Days in Tokyo: Suggested Itineraries
Tokyo. You have no idea until you go. This ancient Eastern city throbs with lights, culture, and movement so sure to both invigorate and bedazzle you the moment you step off the plane, that there ... Continue Reading »
Tokyo Culture
West meets East. East meets West. For many of us, the notions we have of the East and the Orient are mere stereotyped snapshots gleaned from childhood history classes, Hollywood movies, and maybe ... Continue Reading »
4 Must Visit Neighborhoods in Tokyo
Ginza Shopping District With its neon lights, towering department stores, and nightclubs, the Ginza Shopping District is a chic, cosmopolitan adventure. You can catch a live Kabuki show, check ... Continue Reading »
Japanese Cuisine
If the idea of eating sushi turns your head, or if you’re the guy who's hunting down the McDonalds in Tuscany, then perhaps you're also the guy not too keen on the idea of Japanese cuisine. If so ... Continue Reading »
Bullet Trains
Japanese bullet trains, known locally as Shinkansen, are among the fastest in the world and routinely reach speeds of close to 200mph (320 km/h), easily linking major cities throughout Japan with ... Continue Reading »
Kyoto Tours from Tokyo
While the vast metropolis of Tokyo dazzles the visitor with modern marvels and only occasionally displays hints of its past, Kyoto – once the imperial capital of Japan – is far more forthcoming with ... Continue Reading »
Accommodation in Tokyo
Are you tempted by the idea of staying in a ryokan but are unsure of what to expect? Tokyo offers an array of accommodation options, from capsule hotels to temple lodgings. Here’s our guide to ... Continue Reading »
A Traditional Tea Ceremony in Tokyo
A traditional tea ceremony is a relaxing, meditative and uniquely Japanese experience. If you are thinking of attending a tea ceremony in Tokyo , it is helpful to understand some of the history ... Continue Reading »
Best Times for Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo, Kyoto and Nara
Timing is everything if you want to experience Japanese cherry trees in full-bloom. The graceful, pink blossoms only flower for a short time and normally fall to the ground about a week after ... Continue Reading »
Daruma Doll Fairs in Tokyo
If you are in Tokyo in January you may be wondering about the proliferation of rather funny looking eyeless dolls. Known as the Daruma doll, these dolls are believed to bring good luck and are ... Continue Reading »
Day Trip from Tokyo: Seeing the Cherry Blossoms in Kyoto
Late March and early April are the best times to view cherry blossoms (Sakura) in Japan . While cherry blossoms can be seen all over Japan (including in Tokyo ), Kyoto , with its ancient ... Continue Reading »
Explore Fukagawa
Fukagawa is an old neighborhood in Tokyo just 3km (1.8m) east of the Imperial Palace and Tokyo Station. It started life as a merchant district in the old city of Edo and the parks and temples here ... Continue Reading »
Explore the Countryside – 4 Great Day Trips from Tokyo
1. Kamakura Tour Explore the countryside, temples and shrines outside Tokyo on a full-day walking tour through Kamakura. This fully guided excursion takes you to Kamakura’s famous Great Buddha ... Continue Reading »
Fashion and Fun in Tokyo’s Harajuku District
It’s Sunday in Japan and Harajuku (in central Tokyo ) is the place to be. In a small area just outside Harajuku station and Yoyogi Park a crowd of eccentrically dressed young Japanese is ... Continue Reading »
Get your game on at the Tokyo Game Show!
The Tokyo Game Show is one of the world’s biggest video game exhibitions. A highlight on every avid gamer and developers calendar, the show offers the chance for technology giants such as Sony, ... Continue Reading »
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