5-Day Tokyo Foodie Itinerary

1. Day 1: Tsukiji Fish Market
   Estimated time from the airport: 30 minutes (15 miles)
   Witness the world's largest seafood market and its tuna auction at dawn where the freshest and most unique selections of fish, sushi, and sashimi abound. Try some traditional breakfast from one of the market's food stalls or sushi restaurants scattered around the area.
2. Day 2: Roppongi Hills
   Estimated time from Tsukiji Fish Market: 30 minutes (4 miles)
   Featuring a luxuriant array of restaurants and bars from all over the world such as Chinese, Italian, French and Japanese cuisine, Roppongi Hills is one of Tokyo's chicest entertainment areas. Try Toraji's wagyu barbecue or the Satei Hatou for traditional Japanese sweets and tea.
3. Day 3: Shinjuku Omoide Yokocho
   Estimated time from Roppongi Hills: 30 minutes (6 miles)
   Also known as the "Piss Alley," Shinjuku Omoide Yokocho is full of vibrancy and offers an opportunity to discover more traditional Japanese food, as well as Chinese cuisine. Guenzasou's soba noodles are popular with the locals, while the izakaya-style eatery Ebisunoyakitori offers mouthwatering yakitori skewers.
4. Day 4: Harajuku
   Estimated time from Shinjuku Omoide Yokocho: 20 minutes (3 miles)
   Famous district in Tokyo known for its fashion and unique eateries. It is a perfect place for anyone who seeks Instagrammable, fun, and tasty experiences with treats such as crepes, popcorn chicken, and bubble tea finds. Don't forget to visit Totti Candy Factory for some colorful cotton candy, and Takeshita Street for iconic Harajuku-style sweets and pastries.
5. Day 5: Shibuya
   Estimated time from Harajuku: 10 minutes (1.5 miles)
   A colorful and bustling district in Tokyo that offers an extensive range of world cuisines, including Thai, Korean, Indian, and Italian. There is always a new place to try out around Shibuya Station, Yoyogi Park, or around the Shibuya Crossing area. Try out the Michelin Guide recommended Han no Daidokoro Kadochika, or a ramen at Ichiran Shibuya.

Time and Costs Estimates:

• Tsukiji Fish Market (Free)
• Toraji Roppongi (1.5 hours, ¥3,000)
• Guenzasou (1 hour, ¥1,500)
• Takeshita Street (2 hours, ¥2,000)
• Han no Daidokoro Kadochika (1.5 hours, ¥3,000)
• Total Estimated Costs: ¥9,500

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, visit the vibrant district of Asakusa, and try out the traditional cuisine at Asakusa Okonomiyaki Sometaro. For added culinary diversity, include Shibuya Katsukura's tonkatsu, Shirohige Cream Puff Cafe's Totoro-shaped cream puffs in your itinerary. You can still adjust your itinerary to explore other parts of Tokyo like Ueno and Ikebukuro, while if short on time, you can remove an item, or condense days two and three and visit Tomigaya area to enjoy different Japanese cuisine options.