4-Day Tokyo Adventure: Culture, Cuisine, and Urban Exploration

Day 1: Shinjuku & Shibuya

Tokyo, Japan on April 23, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Tsukiji Kiyomura Sushi Zanmai Higashi-Shinjuku

Enjoy fresh sushi breakfast at this popular, well-rated spot open from 7am, perfect to start your Tokyo adventure.
JPY3000, 1h

10:00am

Explore Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

Stroll through beautiful traditional Japanese gardens; open from 9am to 4:30pm, perfect for a peaceful morning walk.
JPY500, 1h30m

12:00pm

Visit Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Observation Deck

Get panoramic views of Tokyo for free at this iconic skyscraper’s observation deck, open from 9:30am to 11pm.
Free, 1h

1:30pm

Lunch at Omoide Yokocho

Experience various small eateries serving local yakitori and other grilled dishes in this atmospheric alley near Shinjuku.
JPY1500, 1h

3:00pm

Explore Shibuya Crossing and Shopping

Visit the world-famous Shibuya scramble crossing and explore nearby shopping malls and boutiques.
Free, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Uobei Shibuya Dogenzaka

Enjoy a unique high-speed conveyor belt sushi experience that’s budget-friendly and fun.
JPY2000, 1h

Day 2: Asakusa & Ueno

Tokyo, Japan on April 24, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Asakusa Kagetsudo

Try their famous melonpan (sweet bun), a delightful start to the day near Senso-ji temple, open from 7am.
JPY500, 30m

9:00am

Visit Senso-ji Temple

Explore Tokyo's oldest and most significant Buddhist temple, open from 6am to 5pm, soaking in traditional culture and shopping at Nakamise street.
Free, 2h

11:30am

Ueno Park and Museums

Walk in Ueno Park with options to visit Tokyo National Museum or National Museum of Nature and Science (open 9:30am-5pm).
JPY620 for museums, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Innsyoutei

Enjoy traditional Japanese kaiseki cuisine inside Ueno Park, open for lunch from 11am.
JPY4000, 1h30m

3:30pm

Visit Ameya-Yokocho Market

Explore this bustling street market for snacks, souvenirs, and local products, open till evening.
Free to browse, 1h

6:30pm

Dinner at Ippudo Ueno

Relish award-winning ramen in this modern, comfortable setting, open till 11pm.
JPY1500, 1h

Day 3: Harajuku & Omotesando

Tokyo, Japan on April 25, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Café Kaila Omotesando

Start your day with delicious Hawaiian style pancakes and coffee, open from 8am.
JPY1500, 1h

10:00am

Explore Meiji Shrine

Visit this tranquil shrine surrounded by forest in the heart of Tokyo, open from sunrise to sunset.
Free, 1h30m

11:45am

Stroll through Takeshita Street

Enjoy the eccentric youth fashion boutiques, crepe stalls, and pop culture atmosphere.
Free to explore, 1h

1:00pm

Lunch at Maisen Tonkatsu Aoyama Honten

Famous for premium tonkatsu (fried pork cutlet), open from 11am.
JPY2500, 1h

2:30pm

Walk Omotesando Avenue

Explore upscale shopping along this tree-lined avenue with modern architecture and luxury stores.
Free, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Gyukatsu Motomura Omotesando

Try delicious gyukatsu (breaded deep-fried beef cutlet), a popular and flavorful dish, open till 10pm.
JPY2000, 1h

Day 4: Akihabara & Ginza

Tokyo, Japan on April 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café de Crie Akihabara

A cozy café for great coffee and light breakfast options, open from 7am.
JPY800, 30m

9:00am

Explore Akihabara Electric Town

Immerse yourself in otaku culture by visiting gadget shops, anime stores, and themed cafés, open most shops from 10am.
Variable, 3h

12:30pm

Lunch at Kanda Matsuya

Traditional soba noodle restaurant near Akihabara, open until 3pm, ideal for authentic Japanese cuisine.
JPY1200, 1h

2:00pm

Visit Ginza District

Explore Tokyo’s luxury shopping area with flagship stores, art galleries, and cafes, stores open until evening.
Free to explore, 3h

6:30pm

Farewell Dinner at Ginza Kyubey

Experience outstanding Edomae sushi at one of Tokyo’s most acclaimed sushi restaurants, reservations recommended, open till 10pm.
JPY15000, 2h