From the airport, keep it simple and direct: if you land at Haneda, take the Keikyu Line or Tokyo Monorail into central Tokyo and connect by Tokyo Metro or taxi to AC Hotel by Marriott Tokyo Ginza; if you land at Narita, the Narita Express is the easiest all-rail option and usually lands you in the city in about 60–75 minutes, though taxi from the station to the hotel may be easiest with luggage and two teens. Either way, aim to be checked in and freshened up by early evening, and don’t try to “do Tokyo” tonight — just get your bearings, hydrate, and enjoy the city at walking pace.
Start with Ginza Six, which is perfect after a long travel day because it feels airy, polished, and low-effort. Wander the lower floors, peek at the art and design displays, and head up for the rooftop garden if the weather is decent; it’s especially nice around golden hour. Then walk over to Itoya Ginza, one of the best stationery stores in the city and genuinely fun even for teens — notebooks, pens, quirky Japanese gifts, and beautiful packaging make it an easy “first Tokyo” win. Both stops are close enough that you can keep the whole outing on foot, which is exactly what you want tonight.
For a proper first-night meal, book Kobe Beef 511 Ginza if you want a celebratory splurge; it’s one of those Tokyo dinners that feels special without being overly formal, and the wagyu is the star. Expect roughly ¥8,000–15,000 per person depending on what you order, and reservations are smart. After dinner, swing by Matsuya Ginza depachika for desserts, drinks, fruit, or next-morning snacks — depachika basements are one of the best parts of Japan, and this one is especially convenient for takeout back to the hotel. Keep tonight relaxed and nearby; tomorrow is the easy Ginza walking day, so this evening is just about landing smoothly and getting your first taste of the neighborhood.
Start with a very gentle loop through Ginza on foot so you can settle into the neighborhood without overdoing it on day one. First stop: Ginza Wako for the clock tower photos and a quick look at the iconic intersection. It’s one of those “yes, we’re really in Tokyo” moments, and it’s best in the morning before the sidewalks get busy. From there, wander a few blocks to Mitsukoshi Ginza and head straight for the depachika basement food hall; this is where you can browse beautifully packed sweets, snacks, pickles, teas, and easy-to-carry gifts. If you want to keep the pace slow, use the upper floors for cosmetics, accessories, and small souvenirs, then pause for a seat before continuing. Both spots are easy walking distance from AC Hotel by Marriott Tokyo Ginza, so there’s no need for transit today.
After that, make the short walk to Bic Camera Yurakucho. It’s not just for electronics — this is a very practical stop for phone chargers, travel plugs, batteries, cameras, toiletries, and random “we forgot this” items. If your teens like gadgets, gaming, or headphones, they’ll probably enjoy browsing here too. Next, swing back into Ginza for UNIQLO Ginza, one of the biggest and most useful flagship stores in Tokyo. This is a smart lunch-hour shopping stop because you can pick up basics, heattech-style layers for later in the trip, socks, bags, and Japan-only collaborations all in one place. If you want a simple lunch nearby, there are plenty of quick options around Ginza and Yurakucho; this is also a good day to keep things flexible and let everyone choose something easy rather than sitting through a long meal.
For a slower break, settle into Cafe Paulista. It’s one of those old-school Tokyo coffee stops where the vibe is calm and a little nostalgic, which is exactly what you want halfway through a walking day. Order coffee, cake, or a light snack and just let everyone rest their feet for a bit; expect roughly ¥800–1,500 per person depending on what you get. In the late afternoon, walk down to Tsukiji Outer Market, which is close enough to reach on foot from Ginza without needing a train. This is the best time to graze: sushi, tamagoyaki, melon bread, fruit skewers, and little street snacks are easy to share, and the market feels lively without being quite as packed as midday. If you want a more substantial meal later, this area also has plenty of casual seafood counters and small ramen shops, so you can keep dinner simple after all the browsing.
Start with an easy, no-stress ride from Ginza to Ueno Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line; leaving around 8:30 a.m. keeps the day relaxed and gets you into Ueno Park before it feels crowded. The walk from the station into the park is straightforward and lively, with plenty of benches, restrooms, and coffee stops if anyone wants a slow start. Spend your first big block at the Tokyo National Museum — it’s the best single museum choice in the city for a family because you get samurai armor, Buddhist art, beautiful ceramics, and enough variety to keep teens interested. Plan on about 2 hours here; adult tickets are usually around ¥1,000 and kids/teens may qualify for reduced or free entry depending on age.
After the museum, wander through Ueno Zoological Gardens for a lighter change of pace. It’s especially good for a family trip because the paths are easy, the pacing is casual, and the panda area is the headline draw, though lines can build by midday. Then head out toward Ameya-Yokocho (Ameyoko), where the mood flips from museum calm to busy Tokyo street life. This is a great place to browse snack stalls, socks, streetwear, watches, and quirky souvenirs without pressure. For lunch, Kura Sushi Ueno is a very practical pick: easy for a family, good value, and fun for teens thanks to the little screen ordering and plate game system. Expect roughly ¥1,500–¥3,000 per person depending on appetite.
From Ameyoko, make your way to Tokyo Skytree and Solamachi by heading toward Oshiage; the simplest flow is usually a quick Ginza Line hop via Asakusa or a short taxi if everyone is tired. Give yourselves about 2 hours total here so you can do the observation deck if the weather is clear, then browse Pokemon Center Sky Tree Town, Nintendo TOKYO-style shopping if you didn’t already hit it elsewhere, Uniqlo, GU, and the teen-friendly Don Quijote at Solamachi for snacks and novelty buys. If you still have energy, this is the easiest day to keep dinner flexible: either stay in the area for simple ramen or yakitori, or head back toward Ginza for a quieter night. If you’re returning to the hotel from Oshiage, the cleanest route is back on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line toward Ginza; it’s simple, direct, and easy after a full day on foot.
From Ueno this is an easy, straightforward cross-town day, so don’t rush. Head to Meiji Jingu on the JR Yamanote Line to Harajuku or via Tokyo Metro to Meiji-jingumae; plan on about 25–35 minutes door to door. Go right after breakfast and you’ll catch the shrine while it still feels quiet and shaded. The walk through the broad gravel approach and cedar forest is one of the most calming experiences in Tokyo, and it’s a nice reset before the more intense shopping areas. Expect about an hour here, free entry, and dress respectfully since this is a working shrine. From the shrine, Takeshita Street is a short walk away—fun, loud, and very teen-friendly, with crepes, character goods, and the kind of over-the-top fashion Tokyo does best. It’s worth keeping this stop short and light; the energy is the point.
Next, take the JR Yamanote Line one stop or walk/metro over to Shibuya and start with the Shibuya Scramble Crossing for the classic Tokyo photo moment. It only takes about 20 minutes to experience, but it’s the perfect transition into the shopping part of the day. Pop into Shibuya PARCO next, where Nintendo Tokyo and the Pokemon Center Shibuya are in the same building, making it ideal for a family stop without extra train hopping. If anyone wants game merch, character goods, or limited releases, this is the place to linger for 1.5–2 hours. There are also easy lunch options in and around the building, plus plenty of practical shopping nearby if you want Uniqlo, GU, or a quick Don Quijote run for snacks and souvenirs. For a relaxed meal later, Uobei Shibuya Dogenzaka is a smart pick—fast, fun conveyor-belt sushi with tablet ordering, usually around ¥2,000–¥4,000 per person depending on appetite.
Book Shibuya Sky for a late-afternoon or sunset slot if you can; that’s the best time to see the city light up, and the view is genuinely worth planning around. Reserve ahead because same-day slots can be limited, especially in peak travel season, and tickets are usually around the mid-¥2,000s. After you come down, stay in Shibuya for dinner or one more easy stroll through the station district before heading back. Getting home is simple: take the JR Yamanote Line back toward Ueno or switch to the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line if that’s more convenient for your hotel. If you still have energy, you can extend the evening with a quick look at Shibuya Parco’s lower floors or nearby department stores, but this is already a full day—no need to cram more in.
Leave Shibuya and Shinjuku behind early enough to hit Tokyo DisneySea before the gates open; from Ueno or central Tokyo, the smoothest way is JR Keiyo Line to Maihama, then the Disney Resort Line into the park, and if you’re coming from the west side of the city it’s still usually around 40–55 minutes total once you’re actually moving. The key is just to arrive early, because the first hour sets the tone for the whole day. Head straight into Mediterranean Harbor first — it’s the best place to soak up the scale of the park, grab those first family photos, and orient yourselves before the crowds fan out. For teens, this is a good “wow, we made it” moment, and you’ll want to use the front-loaded energy to get in line for Soaring: Fantastic Flight while the wait is still manageable.
After Soaring, make your way to Mysterious Island / Journey to the Center of the Earth; it’s close enough that you’re not burning energy crisscrossing the park, and it keeps the momentum going with another headline attraction that teens usually love. By midday, break for lunch at Veil of Caballeros Restaurant — it’s one of the easier sit-down options in the park, and a good reset when everyone needs water, shade, and a real chair. Expect about ¥2,000–¥3,500 per person, depending on what you order and whether you do drinks/dessert. If the queues are long and you want to keep the day a little lighter, this is also the best time to slow down a bit, wander the waterfront, and let the park breathe instead of trying to sprint every ride.
Stay into the evening if you can, because Tokyo DisneySea is genuinely prettier after dark, and the waterfront atmosphere becomes the whole point. If Fantasmic! is operating that night, anchor yourselves near the Mediterranean Harbor area in good time so you’re not fighting for a view at the last minute; even if show timing changes, the evening promenades around the harbor are worth lingering for. When you’re ready to head back, reverse the same route: Disney Resort Line back to Maihama, then JR Keiyo Line back toward central Tokyo, with an easy return to your hotel by train or taxi depending on how tired the kids are. If everyone is wiped, don’t overthink it — a direct taxi from Maihama can save a lot of friction after a full park day, but the train is usually the better value.
Take the JR Yamanote Line to Shinagawa Station, then transfer to the Tokaido Shinkansen for Kyoto Station. For the smoothest family travel, keep only day bags with you and send the big suitcases ahead if you can; that makes the station transfer much easier. If you’re riding the Nozomi, aim to leave around 8:00–9:00 a.m. so you still land in Kyoto with most of the day ahead of you. On the way down, sit on the right side leaving Tokyo for a shot at Mt. Fuji if the weather is clear. Once you arrive, Kyoto Station is a good reset point: use the lockers if needed, grab coffee, and orient yourselves before heading toward the hotel area.
Stay around the station for an easy first meal and head into Isetan Kyoto depachika for a very good “everyone picks what they want” lunch. This is one of the best ways to eat well after a train ride without committing to a sit-down meal: sushi sets, bentos, croquettes, fruit desserts, and Kyoto specialties all under one roof, usually about ¥1,500–3,500 per person depending on how hungry everyone is. If you want a quick look up high, Kyoto Tower is right there too and gives you a nice first overview of the city without a big time commitment. It’s an easy, low-pressure first day move, especially after traveling with teens and luggage.
After check-in at Mimaru Kyoto Shinmachi Sanjo, head out for a gentle first wander into downtown Kyoto via Nishiki Market. The easiest way is usually a short subway ride or taxi, depending on energy levels, and then you can spend about 1.5 hours grazing rather than doing a full meal: tamagoyaki, pickles, sesame snacks, yuba, mochi, and little souvenir foods are the move here. Keep it loose—this is not the day to overpack. Let the market be your soft landing into Kyoto, then circle back toward the hotel neighborhood with enough time to rest before dinner.
For dinner, keep it simple and walkable with Musashi Sushi Sanjo near Karasuma/Sanjo. It’s casual, efficient, and very family-friendly if everyone wants something easy after a transit day; expect roughly ¥1,500–3,000 per person depending on appetite. After dinner, do a short neighborhood stroll near the hotel and then call it an early night—tomorrow is when Kyoto sightseeing starts in earnest, and having one unhurried first evening really helps the whole trip settle in.
Leave Kyoto on the early side so you arrive in Arashiyama before the tour buses. Start with the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove first, while it still feels calm and photogenic; the path itself is short, but the real win is the surrounding stroll through the neighborhood before the crowds thicken. From there, step into Tenryu-ji next door, which is absolutely worth the stop for its garden even if your teens are temple-ed out — the views are excellent, and you can do the main hall and garden in about an hour without rushing. If you have energy left, keep the flow natural and wander to Togetsukyo Bridge for river views and a family pause; this is the kind of place where you just slow down, grab a few photos, and let the kids snack while you take in the mountains and water.
After Arashiyama, head north to Kinkaku-ji by taxi or bus so you don’t waste the day zig-zagging across Kyoto. It’s one of those “yes, it really looks like that” stops, and the visit usually runs about an hour including the walk around the pond and the souvenir shop area. Afterward, switch gears and go to Nishijin Shin Cafe for a quieter break away from the major tourist circuit — a good reset with coffee, cake, or a light dessert, usually around ¥800–1,500 per person. It’s a nice contrast to the temple-heavy part of the day, and it gives everyone a chance to sit down before dinner. If you’re timing things well, this is the moment to check the train/subway back toward central Kyoto and keep the evening easy.
For dinner, head to Ramen Sen-no-Kaze Kyoto near Karasuma so you end the day close to the hotel area instead of dragging everyone back across the city. Expect roughly ¥1,000–2,000 per person, and it’s a solid choice when you want something comforting, fast, and crowd-pleasing after a long sightseeing day. Go a little before the peak dinner rush if you can; Kyoto ramen spots can get a line, especially in the early evening.
Get an early start at Fushimi Inari Taisha if you want the shrine at its best: fewer crowds, softer light, and a much easier walk for everyone before the heat builds. Aim to arrive around 7:00–7:30 a.m.; even if you only do the lower loops and a short climb through the torii gates, that’s enough to feel the place without turning it into a hike. Budget ¥0 for entry, and bring water because the path is shaded in parts but still humid in late June. From the shrine, it’s an easy continuation into the Fushimi district for a slower cultural stop at the Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum area, where you can take a breather, learn a bit about Kyoto’s brewing history, and keep the pace family-friendly. The museum is compact and usually costs only a few hundred yen, so it’s a nice low-effort follow-up after the shrine.
After that, head north for Nijo Castle, which works well as a central, manageable sightseeing anchor and keeps you from zigzagging across town. If you’re not doing a taxi, the quickest transit is usually a combo of JR Nara Line / subway depending on where you are after Fushimi; in practice, this is a straightforward cross-Kyoto move of about 20–35 minutes. Plan around 1.5 hours at the castle so you can see the grounds and the famous nightingale floors without rushing. For lunch, stay nearby and keep it simple — Kyoto has good casual options around the Karasuma side, and this is a good time for ramen, curry, or a quick set meal before heading into the prettier old streets later in the day.
Spend the afternoon in the Gion District walk, letting the day slow down a bit. This is the part of Kyoto that rewards wandering: narrow lanes, wooden facades, lanterns, and little side streets where you’ll want to stop for photos every few minutes. Aim for the atmospheric stretch around Hanamikoji Street and nearby lanes, then peel off toward Higashiyama if the family still has energy. When you need a caffeine reset, make the short stop at % Arabica Kyoto Higashiyama; it’s a quick, stylish coffee break with a very Kyoto view, and 20–30 minutes is plenty unless you want to linger. If you’re timing it well, this is also a good pocket of the day for a little browsing in the souvenir shops without getting trapped in the biggest crowds.
For dinner, book or arrive early at Gion Kappa, a reliable izakaya-style spot for yakitori, small plates, and a casual Kyoto night that still feels distinctly local. Expect roughly ¥3,000–6,000 per person depending on how much you order; teens usually do well here because the menu is broad and not overly formal. If you have room after dinner, a slow walk back through Gion at night is one of those Kyoto moments that’s worth protecting — just keep in mind that the streets get quiet fast, so plan your return with the hotel in mind and use a taxi if you’re tired.
Start this one early so Nishiki Market still feels like a market and not just a hallway of crowds. Arrive around opening, when the stalls are setting out pickles, mochi, tamagoyaki, tofu, and little snack plates you can share as a family; plan about 1.5 hours so you can browse without rushing. The nice thing about Nishiki is that it’s more enjoyable as a slow graze than a “see everything” mission, so let the teens pick a few bites and don’t worry about a full breakfast. From there it’s a short walk into Shijo-Kawaramachi for Kyoto Takashimaya, which is one of the best downtown department stores for polished souvenirs, Japanese snacks, stationery, and a very good depachika if you want a clean, air-conditioned lunch backup.
For lunch, keep it traditional but easy at Honke Owariya, one of Kyoto’s classic soba places and a nice reset after browsing. It’s especially good if you want something that feels very Kyoto without being overly formal; expect roughly ¥1,500–3,000 per person depending on what you order. After lunch, step over to Pokemon Center Kyoto for the teens — it’s right in the sweet spot for a quick fun stop, and because it’s downtown it fits neatly into the shopping flow. If you want to make the most of the area, this is also the easiest part of the day to pick up gifts without backtracking.
From Shijo-Kawaramachi, head up to Yodobashi Camera Multimedia Kyoto by subway, JR, or a short taxi ride if everyone’s tired from carrying bags. This is the practical errand stop: chargers, travel adapters, batteries, headphones, camera gear, and any last-minute “we forgot this” item. Give it about an hour; if you browse too long, it can eat the whole afternoon because it’s huge. If you want a quick snack before leaving, the food options around Kyoto Station are excellent, especially the bento and sweets in the station itself, and the upper floors are very handy for a low-stress break.
Circle back to downtown for a final fun pass at Kyoto Don Quijote Shijo Kawaramachi, which is the kind of place kids and teens either love immediately or learn to love after ten minutes of sensory overload. It’s perfect for late-day snack runs, sunscreen, Japanese candies, and cheap souvenirs, and the energy in that area is lively without being too hectic. If you’re still hungry, this is also a good night to keep things simple with ramen or a casual shabu shabu place nearby, then wander back toward the hotel; the whole point today is to enjoy Kyoto like a local does on a free day — with plenty of stopping, snacking, and zero pressure to “cover” everything.
Take the Tokaido Shinkansen Nozomi from Kyoto Station back to Tokyo Station around 8:00–9:00 a.m. so you land in Tokyo by late morning with the whole day still usable. If you’ve forwarded luggage, this is a very easy ride; just keep one small day bag with snacks, chargers, and anything the teens want on the train. For the Mt. Fuji view on the way back to Tokyo, sit on the left side leaving Kyoto. Once you arrive, the smoothest finish is JR Yamanote Line or Keihin-Tohoku Line to Ueno/Okachimachi, though a taxi is worth it if everyone is tired or the bags are bulky. Check in at Mimaru Tokyo Ueno Okachimachi, drop the luggage, and take ten minutes to reset before heading out again.
From Okachimachi, you’re perfectly placed for Akihabara Electric Town without any wasted motion — it’s one easy JR Yamanote hop or a straightforward walk depending on your energy. Start with the street-level chaos first: game shops, capsule toy machines, anime storefronts, and the big visual overload that makes Akihabara fun even if you’re not buying much. Then head into Yodobashi Akiba, which is the smart one-stop stop for electronics, cameras, toys, character goods, and random Japan-only items; it’s also a good place to compare gadgets without trekking all over town. If the teens want souvenirs, this is where they’ll likely spend the most time, and it’s an easy neighborhood for wandering because everything is clustered around the station.
For dinner, aim for Gyukatsu Motomura Akihabara and go a little early if you can, because the line can build fast after work hours. The crispy beef cutlet set is usually around ¥1,500–¥2,500 per person, filling enough after a shopping-heavy afternoon and familiar enough for a family of four. If you still have a little daylight, let everyone do one last slow loop through Akihabara for souvenirs or snacks before heading back; the return to Mimaru Tokyo Ueno Okachimachi is simple on the JR Yamanote Line or a short taxi ride if feet are done for the day.
Since you’re already staying in Ueno, keep this one super simple: walk into Ueno Park right after breakfast and start at the Tokyo National Museum when it opens. Budget about 2 hours here; it’s the best “big” museum in Tokyo for a family because it has enough armor, samurai, ceramics, and beautiful artifacts to keep teens engaged without feeling like school. If you go early, the grounds are calmer and you’ll beat the midday heat. From there, it’s an easy stroll across the park to the National Museum of Nature and Science, which is the more hands-on follow-up and usually the one kids remember most. Plan another 2 hours if you want to do it properly; the dinosaur hall and space exhibits are the biggest hits, and the indoor air-conditioning makes it a very good choice on a warm July day.
For lunch, head to Bistro no Asa in Ueno for a casual reset — nothing fancy, just the kind of comfortable Japanese-Western meal that works well when everyone’s already spent some energy. Expect roughly ¥1,200–2,500 per person depending on what you order. After lunch, wander back through the park to Ueno Toshogu Shrine for a calmer, shorter stop; it’s compact, peaceful, and a nice change of pace after the museums. Then come back down into the lively lanes of Ameyoko and do a slow food crawl: fruit cups, grilled snacks, sweets, dried seafood, discount cosmetics, and whatever bargain-hunting catches your eye. This is also a good place for last-minute buying because the area is easy to browse without needing a strict plan, and the energy is fun rather than formal.
Keep dinner easy and close to home with Hakata Furyu Ueno, a reliable ramen stop that’s exactly what you want after a museum-heavy day. Expect around ¥1,000–2,000 per person, and it’s the kind of place where you can get in, eat well, and be back to the hotel without a big production. If you still have energy afterward, the walk back through Ueno and Okachimachi at night is pleasant and very local — neon, little bars, and the feeling that the neighborhood is still awake. Since this is basically your home base day, no rail planning is needed; just walk or grab a quick taxi if the weather turns bad.
Start with Shibuya PARCO as soon as it opens and get the teen shopping done before the crowds build. This is the cleanest place in Tokyo for last-minute Nintendo, Pokémon Center Shibuya, and cool character merch without wasting time zig-zagging around the city. It’s also an easy place for everyone to split up for 30 minutes and reconvene with bags in hand. If you want one last café stop, grab something simple nearby in Shibuya and keep moving; the idea today is efficient, not sprawling.
From Shibuya, hop the JR Chuo-Sobu Line or JR Yamanote Line over to Nakano Broadway for the best anime, manga, vintage toys, trading cards, and collectible hunting in Tokyo. Give yourselves time to browse the side corridors and tiny specialty shops upstairs — that’s where the real gems are. It’s very family-friendly for teens because everyone can hunt their own thing without feeling rushed, and the whole area has that fun, slightly chaotic Tokyo energy that feels different from the polished department-store stops.
Head onward to Shinjuku Takashimaya for a more polished shopping break and a proper depachika browse. This is the place to look at beautifully packed sweets, bento, pickles, and gifts you can actually take home without stressing. If you want a practical lunch or snack, the basement food floors are easy, reliable, and good for sharing: pick up sushi, fruit, pastries, or a few small items instead of sitting down for a long meal. From there, it’s a short move to Don Quijote Shinjuku Kabukicho, which is your final big souvenir sweep for snacks, beauty items, novelty gifts, and all the random “we forgot this” stuff that somehow always ends up in the cart.
When everyone’s ready for a real dinner, keep it simple at Ichiran Shinjuku Central East Exit — an easy ramen stop that works well on a busy shopping day because service is fast and the ordering is straightforward. Expect roughly ¥1,000–2,000 per person, more if you add extras, and go a little before peak dinner time if you want to avoid a long queue. After dinner, walk or take a short ride back to Shinjuku Station and return on the JR Yamanote Line to Ueno-Okachimachi; it’s the simplest way home, usually around 20–25 minutes, and the station connections are easy even when everyone is tired and carrying shopping bags.
If you’re flying from Ueno-Okachimachi today, keep the pace slow and boring in the best way: breakfast, last bathroom check, passport/phone/power bank in one small day bag, and be out the door with a big buffer. For Narita, the easiest rail options are the Narita Express from Tokyo Station or Shinjuku/Shibuya if that’s where you’re connecting from, and for Haneda the cleanest routes are JR Yamanote + Keikyu Line or the Tokyo Monorail depending on which side of the city you’re on. I’d aim to leave the hotel about 3 hours before a Haneda flight and 4 hours before a Narita flight; if you’ve got checked bags, give yourself a little extra because station platforms and airport check-in always take longer than they look on paper. Keep a couple of ¥1,000 notes handy for the final train fare, snacks, or a convenience-store lunch at the airport, and save your transit card for the very last ride since both Suica and Pasmo work fine on the airport rail lines.
For the smoothest airport run, don’t try to “squeeze in” anything new this morning. If you need one last Tokyo souvenir, grab it the night before near Ameyoko or inside a station mall like Atre Ueno so you’re not hunting around with luggage. If you’re using Mimaru again in the future, their luggage handling is usually very family-friendly through the front desk, but for hotel-to-hotel transfers in Japan the most reliable system is still takkyubin luggage forwarding arranged by the hotel concierge; it’s generally simpler than dragging bags through stations, and I’d use that over a self-transfer if you’ve got multiple suitcases. One last tip: if you still have any yen left, spend it on drinks, airport snacks, or a final depachika treat rather than converting it back. Then head straight for your airport line and let Tokyo do the rest.