A 3-Day Foodie Itinerary for Tokyo

  1. Day 1: Tsukiji Market
    20 minutes (4.5 km) from Tokyo Station

    Visit the world's largest fish market Tsukiji Market and indulge in fresh sushi and sashimi for breakfast. Discover an array of seafood such as tuna, marlin, octopus and many more. Do not forget to try some of Japan's most expensive bluefin tuna. One of the eateries to try here is Sushi Dai, which is located inside the market. To beat the crowd, arrive here early morning

  2. Day 2: Shibuya
    20 minutes (4.3 km) from Tsukiji Market

    Explore the fashionable district of Shibuya. Stop by Ichiran Ramen, a personalized ramen chain, and customize your dish with the help of the vending machine. Another place to try is Toraji, which serves mouth-watering Korean BBQ. Visit Dominique Ansel Bakery and enjoy Cronuts. Visit Fukutoshin for desserts like Matcha and Earl Grey Soft Serves.

  3. Day 3: Harajuku
    10 minutes (2.1 km) from Shibuya

    Harajuku is famous for its teenage culture and colourful street shops. Try Japanese crepes from Angel's Heart and Calbee for Potato Chips. Head to Takeshita Street for street food such as Taiyaki, crème-filled fish-shaped cakes, and Harajuku Gyoza Lou for tasty dumplings. Why not take a break and head to Kawaii Monster Cafe, a quirky restaurant known for its themed macaroons and pastel-coloured décor.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Tsukiji Market (1-2 hours, free)
  • Sushi Dai (1-2 hours, JPY 5,000)
  • Ichiran Ramen (1-2 hours, JPY 1,200)
  • Toraji (1-2 hours, JPY 3,500)
  • Dominique Ansel Bakery (30 mins, JPY 1,000)
  • Fukutoshin (30 mins, JPY 500)
  • Angel's Heart (30 mins, JPY 500)
  • Calbee (30 mins, JPY 500)
  • Takeshita Street (1-2 hours, free)
  • Harajuku Gyoza Lou (1-2 hours, JPY 1,000)
  • Kawaii Monster Cafe (1-2 hours, JPY 2,000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: JPY 15,200 (excluding transportation costs)

Useful Tips

For an extended stay, try visiting Ueno, where you can try the famous Beef Bowl and cozy cafes. One can also visit Shinjuku for Ramen and Yakitori alleys. If you get lucky, you might witness the Miyasaka Brewery's Sake Drumming performance. Note that it's best to visit the busiest places first to avoid queuing times and expect to pay more for dinner than for lunch. Lastly, don't hesitate to use Google Translate or hand gestures for communication."

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