Visiting Tokyo and its surroundings in less than 15 days... the must-see places!
Here is a non-exhaustive list of places to visit when staying around ten days in Tokyo: Tokyo: - Tokyo Tower (stunning views). - Senso-ji in Asakusa. - Mori Tower in Roppongi. - Shibuya Crossing
Here is a non-exhaustive list of places to visit when staying around ten days in Tokyo:
Tokyo:
- Tokyo Tower (stunning views).
- Senso-ji in Asakusa.
- Mori Tower in Roppongi.
- Shibuya Crossing.
- Kabuki-cho in Shinjuku.
- Golden Gai in Shinjuku.
- A capsule hotel in Akihabara to sleep in a "pod".
- Ueno Park.
- Tsukiji Fish Market with the freshest sushi in the world!
- The "Alcatraz" bar in Shibuya where nurses put handcuffs on you and lock you in a cell.
- Shibuya 109 (women's fashion).
- Take a Sunday stroll through the Meiji Jingu Park entrance in Harajuku to see cosplayers.
- Omote Sando, Tokyo's answer to the Champs-Élysées.
- Sony Building in Ginza.
- Shinjuku Station, the world's busiest train station.
- Yoyogi Park and Meiji Shrine.
Around Tokyo:
- The artificial island of Odaiba.
- Yokohama is just 30 minutes from Shibuya Station; visit the "Landmark Tower", the tallest building in Japon, and Yokohama's Chinatown.
- About 1 hour from Yokohama, there's Kamakura with the Great Buddha and its many temples.
- The island of "Enoshima" with views over the Pacific Ocean.
Frequently asked questions
A stay of 10 to 15 days is ideal for exploring Tokyo and its surroundings. Plan 7 to 10 days for Tokyo's must-sees (Asakusa, Shibuya, Shinjuku, Ginza, Ueno) and 3 to 5 additional days for day trips to Yokohama, Kamakura, Odaiba or Hakone.
Tokyo has many iconic neighborhoods: Asakusa for Senso-ji Temple, Shibuya for its famous crossing, Shinjuku for its nightlife and neon lights, Akihabara for manga and electronics culture, and Ginza for luxury shopping. Each neighborhood has its own atmosphere and specialties.
Yes, Tokyo is an excellent base for day trips. Yokohama is accessible in 30 minutes from Shibuya, Kamakura in about 1.5 hours, and the view of Mount Fuji from Hakone is less than 2 hours away by train. The JR Pass makes these trips much easier.
Spring (March-May) for cherry blossoms and autumn (October-November) for colorful foliage are the most popular periods. Summer (July-August) is hot and humid, while winter offers fewer crowds and pleasantly cool temperatures.
The inner market at Tsukiji (tuna auctions) relocated to Toyosu in 2018. However, the outer market at Tsukiji remains open and offers many restaurants and stalls where you can enjoy ultra-fresh sushi and seafood in an authentic atmosphere.
