Tokyo Travel Guide

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Tokyo
Tokyo
Tokyo
Tokyo featuring modern architecture, a city and night scenes
Tokyo

Tokyo Travel Guide Video

Experience the energy of one of the largest cities in the world a city where tradition meets the future with neon lights, robotics, arcades and skyscrapers sitting alongside ancient art and beautiful cherry blossom.

With over 30 million inhabitants, the metropolitan area of Tokyo has the largest population centre in the world. This is made more impressive by the fact that half of Tokyo was reduced to rubble during the air raids in World War II. The city that arose after 1945 is a fascinating mix of ancient tradition and modern innovation.

If you go to the top of a skyscraper you can enjoy impressive views over this seemingly endless city. Climb Rainbow Bridge, Tokyo Tower, Mori Tower or Tokyo Skytree Tower and you’ll see all the iconic landmarks that make up the modern skyline of Tokyo - and you can even see in the distance the grand silhouette of Mount FujiOpens in a new window. Back at street level you’ll experience the atmosphere of city’s most lively district, ShinjukuOpens in a new window. Here is where many of the tallest buildings in Tokyo can be found, along with the city's busiest railway station.

Although Tokyo is a modern city, tradition and history is still very important. In the National Museum of Tokyo you can peruse art and objects from ancient Japan and historic pieces from other Asian countries. The collection includes ancient objects that are up to 12,000 years old. There’s also the Imperial Palace Opens in a new window where for centuries the powerful Shoguns lived and which has housed the Emperor since the time of the Meiji Restoration.

In the Sensoji Temple you will discover traditional Buddhist spirituality that goes back to the year 645. At the controversial Yushukan Museum and Shrine you’ll find a memorial and exhibits that commemorate the more than 2 million people in the last century and a half that have fallen in the service of their country – including during World War II.

Tokyo is constantly working to build itself again and again. The versatile Roppongi Hills complex was built in 2003 in the heart of the city and is one of the trendiest entertainment centres in the city, particularly popular among expats.

Although Tokyo is densely populated, counting the 23 districts, the city still has many green areas. In late March and early April the famous Japanese cherry blossom start to bloom and folks head to Shinjuku Gyoen, one of the most popular places to picnic and enjoy the flora. A great way to relax in this face-paced city.

Where to stay in Tokyo

Shinjuku showing night scenes, a city and nightlife

Shinjuku

4.5/5(477 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Shinjuku. Check out top attractions like Samurai Museum and Hanazono Shrine, and jump on the metro at Shinjuku-sanchome Station or Shinjuku-nishiguchi Station to see more of the city.

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Shibuya

4.5/5(101 area reviews)

Shibuya is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Shibuya Crossing and Yoyogi National Gymnasium. See more of Tokyo by jumping on the metro at Shibuya Station or Meiji-jingumae 'Harajuku' Station.

Shibuya
Ginza featuring a city, skyline and street scenes

Ginza

4.5/5(84 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Ginza. Ginza Six is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Ginza Station or Higashi-ginza Station to see more of Tokyo.

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Asakusa

5/5(62 area reviews)

Asakusa is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sensoji Temple or Asakusa Shrine.

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Ueno

4.5/5(87 area reviews)

Travellers choose Ueno for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Ueno-okachimachi Station or Ueno-hirokoji Station and check out top sights like Ameyoko Shopping District.

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Akasaka

4.5/5(60 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Tokyo Midtown and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Akasaka. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Nogizaka Station or Akasaka Station.

Akasaka
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
4 out of 5
1-19-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo-to
The price is £116 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
£116
3 Jul - 4 Jul
additional charges may apply
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,508 reviews)
"Family of 3 adults. Not a quiet area so if that’s something you want this is not the place. Shopping and dining options all walkable. Don Quijote around the corner, hotel is right across Kabukicho tower. About 7 blocks from JR Shinjuku station, and other train stations around. Hotel rooms are small: ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
4 out of 5
2-7-1 Hanedakuko, Oota, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is £72 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
£72
17 Jul - 18 Jul
additional charges may apply
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,149 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
4 out of 5
2-8-16 Shiomi, Tokyo, Tokyo
The price is £164 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
£164
29 Jul - 30 Jul
additional charges may apply
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,095 reviews)
"Perfect stay, excellent in service, cleanliness, location."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
KOKO HOTEL Residence Asakusa Tawaramachi
KOKO HOTEL Residence Asakusa Tawaramachi
3.5 out of 5
2-8- Kotobuki, Tokyo, Tokyo
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (249 reviews)
"We like the washer/dryer in the room, it’s so hot in Tokyo in summer. The washer/dryer helped us to have clean clothes everyday."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

KOKO HOTEL Residence Asakusa Tawaramachi
KOKO HOTEL Residence Asakusa Kappabashi
KOKO HOTEL Residence Asakusa Kappabashi
4 out of 5
3-chome-24-2 Nishiasakusa, Tokyo, Tokyo
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sensoji Temple and Tokyo Skytree ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (212 reviews)
"Personal muy amable, hotel acogedor, muy limpio, cerca de estaciones de metro y camión, habitación de buen tamaño para 4 personas . Hay servicio gratuito en recepción de café , agua y té. Cuentan también con cepillos de dientes, rastrillos, esponja de baño, sandalias . Nos encantó y pensamos regresar ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

KOKO HOTEL Residence Asakusa Kappabashi
Premium Apart MONday GINZA EAST
Premium Apart MONday GINZA EAST
4 out of 5
1-9-12 Irifune, Chuo Ward, Tokyo, Tokyo
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Tokyo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Tokyo Imperial Palace and Tokyo ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
"staff are great and room we stay in its amazing"

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Premium Apart MONday GINZA EAST
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Tokyo

4.7
Top destination
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5 - Excellent 72%
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4 - Good 27%
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3 - Okay 2%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Loved every minute

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Tokyo's a great place.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

My 60th birthday wish list. A great place. Everything I thought it was. Also went to Hiroshima and Kyoto. Check the rail pass. Mine cost just over £200 but I spent over £600.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Nothing to say. People knew that Tokyo is one of the best cities in this world.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I love Tokyo. Good food and nice staff.

5/5 - Excellent

David

Tokyo is a unique city for its size. I can’t imagine a European or US version of the city working as well as Tokyo does. It’s a place to allow the city channel you and follow how it’s set up.

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