Clear immigration, collect luggage and take Narita Express or Airport Limousine (from Narita) / Keikyu or Tokyo Monorail (from Haneda) to central Tokyo; drop bags at your hotel and relax. Allow extra time for queues and transit; confirm train times in advance.
Stroll Nakamise shopping street to Senso-ji temple to see traditional Tokyo and souvenir shops; the temple grounds are open daily (usually until sunset) — great for an evening first impression.
Try a cozy izakaya near Senso-ji for yakitori, tempura or sushi; small local places open from early evening (check closing times — many open until 10pm).
Explore Ueno Park and the Tokyo National Museum to see Japanese art, samurai armor and historic artifacts; museums typically open 9:30–5:00 (verify closed days and special hours).
Window-shop luxury stores and department stores in Ginza; if interested, check Kabukiza Theatre for short matinee performances or gallery visits (hours vary).
Visit UNESCO-listed Toshogu Shrine to see lavish carvings and historic architecture; shrine buildings typically open around 8:00–17:00 (seasonal variations).
Take a bus up the Irohazaka to Lake Chuzenji and Kegon Falls for scenic views; sightseeing times vary and buses run on set schedules — check return buses.
Ride the ropeway for views of Owakudani (check volcanic activity notices — may close temporarily) then take a sightseeing boat on Lake Ashi for Mt. Fuji views when conditions allow; ropeway and boat times generally run 9:00–17:00.
Relax in an onsen ryokan (hot spring) and enjoy a kaiseki dinner if staying locally; public onsen and ryokan require modesty rules and may have gender-separated baths.
Take the Enoden train to Enoshima for caves, shrines and coastal views; check opening times for Iwaya caves and observation points (usually 9:00–17:00).
Start in Harajuku with a sweet crepe or café breakfast on Takeshita Street (shops open ~10:00, but some cafes open earlier); expect crowds later in the day.
Visit the immersive digital art museum teamLab Planets (or check current teamLab locations); buy timed tickets in advance and arrive for your slot (typical hours ~10:00–19:00).
Interactive museum where you can design your own cup noodle; opens typically 10:00–18:00 — check for timed entry and close one weekday occasionally for maintenance.
Walk the waterfront, ride the Cosmo Clock Ferris wheel (rides ~JPY800) and visit Red Brick Warehouse for shopping; check attraction hours (usually 10:00–20:00).
Have an early breakfast, finish packing and check out. Confirm airport transfer time depending on flight; aim to arrive at airport 2–3 hours before international departures.
Take pre-booked airport limousine, Narita Express or monorail/Keikyu for Haneda; check schedules for your departure time and allow extra time for traffic at peak hours.