One Perfect Day in Tokyo, Japan

Day 1: Cultural Exploration

Tokyo, Japan

8:00AM

Breakfast at Tsukiji Outer Market

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Tsukiji Outer Market, sampling fresh sushi and traditional Japanese breakfast sets.
Take the Toei Oedo Line to Tsukiji Shijo Station, a short walk to the market.
JPY 1,500, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit the Meiji Shrine

After breakfast, stroll through the tranquil forest paths leading to Meiji Shrine, dedicated to Emperor Meiji.
From Tsukiji, take the Hibiya Line to Hiroo Station, then transfer to the JR Yamanote Line to Harajuku Station.
Free, 1.5 hours

11:00AM

Explore Harajuku and Takeshita Street

Dive into the colourful fashion district of Harajuku, browsing unique shops and enjoying the vibrant youth culture.
Walk from Meiji Shrine to Takeshita Street, which is only 10 minutes away.
Free (shopping optional), 1.5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Uobei Shibuya Dogenzaka

Experience the fun of conveyor-belt sushi at Uobei, where you order via touchscreen and your sushi zooms right to your table.
Travel from Harajuku to Shibuya via the JR Yamanote Line.
JPY 1,000, 1 hour

2:30PM

Visit Shibuya Crossing

Witness the iconic Shibuya Crossing, one of the busiest pedestrian intersections in the world; don’t forget to take a few photos.
Just steps away from Uobei, explore Shibuya on foot.
Free, 30 minutes

3:00PM

Explore Senso-ji Temple

Head over to Asakusa and marvel at Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest temple, surrounded by charming shops and cultural displays.
Take the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line from Shibuya Station to Asakusa Station.
Free, 1.5 hours

5:00PM

Dine at Asakusa Okonomiyaki Sometaro

Enjoy a traditional okonomiyaki dinner at Sometaro, where you can cook your savoury pancakes right at the table.
Walk from Senso-ji to the restaurant, about 10 minutes.
JPY 2,500, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

End the Day at Tokyo Skytree

Cap off your day with a scenic view from the Tokyo Skytree's observation deck, especially stunning at sunset.
Take the Tobu Skytree Line from Asakusa Station to Tokyo Skytree Station.
JPY 2,100, 2 hours
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