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Tokyo
Yoking past and future, Tokyo dazzles with its traditional culture and passion for everything new, from contrasting architecture to a dynamic arts scene to phenomenal dining throughout.
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Tokyo
The Imperial Palace occupies the site of the original Edo-jō, the Tokugawa shogunate's castle. In its heyday this was the largest fortress in the world,…
Tokyo
This museum is the heart of the Studio Ghibli world, a beloved (even 'adored') film studio responsible for classic, critically-acclaimed animated titles…
Shinjuku & Northwest Tokyo
Golden Gai – a Shinjuku institution for over half a century – is a collection of tiny bars, often literally no bigger than a closet and seating maybe a…
Ueno & Yanesen
If you visit only one museum in Tokyo, make it the Tokyo National Museum. Here you'll find the world's largest collection of Japanese art, including…
Shibuya & Shimo-Kitazawa
Rumoured to be the busiest intersection in the world (and definitely in Japan), Shibuya Crossing is like a giant beating heart, sending people in all…
Tokyo
Digital-art collective teamLab has created 60 artworks for this museum, open in 2018, that tests the border between art and the viewer: many are…
Asakusa & Sumida River
Tokyo’s most visited temple enshrines a golden image of Kannon (the Buddhist goddess of mercy), which, according to legend, was miraculously pulled out of…
Harajuku & Aoyama
Tokyo’s grandest Shintō shrine is dedicated to the Emperor Meiji and Empress Shōken, whose reign (1868–1912) coincided with Japan's transformation from…
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Things to Know
Heading to Tokyo? Avoid common pitfalls, respect local customs and make the most of your trip to the Japanese capital with these insider tips.
Read articleBest Neighborhoods
The scale of Tokyo can feel overwhelming to visitors. Get a proper feel for the city by exploring its many incredible neighborhoods.
Read articleDay Trips
After enjoying Tokyo's charms, we recommend a day trip to see temples, hike mountains and bathe in hot springs. Here are the top day trips from Tokyo.
Read articleMoney and Costs
Tokyo is expensive but you don't need to max out your credit card to enjoy. Our insider tips and tricks will stretch your yen and save your bank account.
Read articleTransportation
Tokyo has one of the best public transport systems in the world and we've got all the insider info you need to use it. Here's how to get around Tokyo.
Read articleFree Things to Do
Want to see the best of Tokyo without blowing the budget? Here's our list of the best things to do in the Japanese capital without spending a single yen.
Read articleTraveling with Kids
Crowded, colorful and charismatic; Tokyo is great fun for families. Here are the best things to do with kids.
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