Start at Tsukiji Outer Market around 8:00–8:30, when the lanes are lively but not yet at their most crowded. Browse the seafood stalls and have a casual sushi breakfast—allow ¥2,000–¥4,000 per person, with small cash payments still useful. The market is a working food district rather than one single attraction, so keep bags close and avoid blocking narrow shopfronts. Spend roughly two hours, then walk about 10–15 minutes to Hamarikyu Gardens.
In Hamarikyu Gardens, take an unhurried loop around the ponds and tidal inlets, allowing about 1½ hours. The garden generally opens from 9:00 to 17:00, with last entry around 16:30; admission is approximately ¥300. Stop at the garden teahouse for matcha and a traditional sweet if you want a quiet break. From the nearby Shiodome area, take the Toei Oedo Line toward Azabudai Hills—roughly 15–20 minutes including the short walk and transfer buffer.
Use the early afternoon for teamLab Borderless, allowing around two hours, though the experience can easily stretch longer if you explore slowly. Timed admission is strongly recommended and should be booked in advance for your chosen date; entry times and prices vary, commonly around ¥3,800–¥5,000 for adults. Wear comfortable shoes, and avoid bringing large luggage, since some rooms involve dark floors, reflective surfaces, or changing light. Afterward, walk or take a short taxi ride—about 10 minutes—to Tokyo Tower. Arrive in the late afternoon for the shift from daylight to city lights; reserve observation-deck tickets if available, as popular times can sell out. The main deck is typically around ¥1,200, with higher pricing for upper-deck access.
From Tokyo Tower, walk about 15 minutes to Akabanebashi Station and take the Toei Oedo Line to Shinjuku, allowing roughly 25–30 minutes door to door. Finish at Omoide Yokocho, just west of Shinjuku Station, where compact yakitori counters and lantern-lit alleys make for an atmospheric final stop. Plan on ¥2,500–¥5,000 per person for several skewers and drinks; many tiny stalls accept cash, and seating is often limited, so expect to wait briefly or share a counter. Go before the late-night rush if you prefer a calmer meal, then wander the surrounding west-side streets rather than trying to fit in another major sight.
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