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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.

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Best of Tokyo: Suggested Itineraries

There's a lot of things to do in Tokyo, trips to take and places to see, so read on for some ideas on how to make the most of your time.

Tips for Tokyo: This is literally the place where the streets have no name. Addresses indicate neighborhood, block number and location on the block. Only some of the traveler-friendly neighborhoods, like Ginza, have signs on the street to orient visitors. Invest in a comprehensive Tokyo atlas in English and Japanese. When you get lost (not if, but when), calling your destination, or hopping in a cab, are great solutions.

Day 1: Get oriented

On Day 1 visit the Tokyo Tower and discover how Tokyo's many neighborhoods fit together. Experience the downtown vibe of Ginza or take in more views of Tokyo from a Sumida River or Tokyo Bay sightseeing cruise.

No Tokyo visit is complete without taking in the view at night. There's no shortage of bars and restaurants with awesome views, but for something different take a city lights night-time cruise.

Day 2: Food, History, Culture

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Sushi lovers can head to breakfast at the hub of worldwide sushi fish commerce, the Tsukiji Fish Market. Wander among the market stalls and marvel at all the morsels from the sea on sale (bag of squid beaks anyone?), then take a crash course in sushi-making and create your own sushi lunch.

Or why not combine your visit to the fish market with an overview of Tokyo's history at the Edo Tokyo Museum? For another dose of traditional culture, take in a Kabuki show at the renowned Kabuki-Za theater in Ginza or a sumo wrestling tournament.

Day 3: Tokyo Trips

Tokyo is an excellent hub for day trips and day tours around Japan. If you're passionate about animation, book ahead to visit Mitaka and its famed animation studio at the Ghibli Museum. For a more spiritual outing, a visit to the Great Buddha at Kamakura is a serene retreat, complete with views of the Pacific Ocean. And, of course, no trip to Japan is complete without a visit to its snow-capped icon, Mt Fuji. Want to squeeze in one more city? Take a day trip to Kyoto from Tokyo.