Tokyo

Tokyo is endlessly layered — tiny izakayas under rail tracks, serene gardens and world-class design. Easy day trips reach Kyoto-style temples and Mount Fuji views.

Best time to visit: March–May, October–November

Highlights

• Shibuya & Shinjuku
• Senso-ji temple
• Tsukiji outer market
• Day trip to Hakone

Guides for Tokyo

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First time in Tokyo: a 5-day plan

Neighborhoods to stay in, how to use transit passes and what to eat each day.