Things to do · Tokyo, Japan

Things to Do in Tokyo

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Getting there
Tokyo is served by two major airports: Haneda, about 18 km south of the city centre, and Narita, roughly 64 km east. Most international flights land at either hub, with Haneda offering quicker train links via the Keikyu Line and Narita accessed by the Narita Express. The city also welcomes travelers via the Shinkansen at Tokyo Station, connecting the capital to the rest of Japan’s rail network.
Who goes
Tokyo draws roughly 15 million international visitors each year, alongside a similar number of domestic tourists, making it one of the world’s busiest metropolises. Solo backpackers, families, and business travelers all converge on its neighborhoods, especially in spring for cherry blossoms and in autumn for cooler weather. The summer months see the highest crowds, while early winter tends to be quieter.
Budgeting
A careful traveler can expect to spend around ¥8,000‑¥12,000 (≈ $55‑$85) per day on meals, transport, and modest attractions, whereas a comfortable stay might run ¥20,000‑¥35,000 (≈ $140‑$240). Accommodation and dining typically dominate the budget, with transport being relatively affordable. To stretch dollars, consider staying in a business hotel outside the central wards and using a prepaid Suica card for discounted subway fares. Estimate →

  1. Tokyo Skytree

    viewpoint · 4.4 rating

    The tallest tower in Japan, offering sweeping observation-deck views over the metropolis from hundreds of meters up. A landmark destination for panoramic cityscapes.

  2. Tokyo Tower

    viewpoint · 4.5 rating · ¥1.50

    An iconic red-and-white lattice communications tower inspired by the Eiffel Tower, with observation decks offering views over central Tokyo. A classic city symbol and viewpoint (duplicate entry).

  3. Sensō-ji

    temple · 4.6 rating · Free

    Tokyo's oldest and most famous Buddhist temple in Asakusa, approached via the Kaminarimon gate and the Nakamise shopping street. Travelers come for its dramatic architecture, incense-filled grounds, and historic atmosphere.

  4. Meiji Jingu

    shrine · 4.6 rating · Free

    A major Shinto shrine set in a forested precinct dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken. Travelers visit for its spiritual significance, architecture, and tranquil wooded grounds.

  5. teamLab Planets TOKYO DMM

    theme park · 4.5 rating · ¥3.60

    An immersive digital art installation in Toyosu where visitors wade barefoot through water and move through vast light-filled spaces. Travelers come for its famous body-immersive, interactive artworks.

  6. Fish Market Tsukiji Outer Market

    market · 4.2 rating · Free

    A bustling network of stalls and small eateries selling fresh seafood, produce, and kitchen goods that remained after the inner wholesale market moved. Travelers come to sample sushi, street food, and Japanese culinary culture.

  7. Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

    park · 4.6 rating · ¥500

    A spacious landscaped garden blending Japanese, English, and French styles, renowned as one of Tokyo's premier cherry blossom spots. Travelers come to stroll expansive lawns and seasonal plantings.

  8. Ueno Zoo

    attraction · 4.2 rating · ¥600

    Japan's oldest zoo, located in Ueno Park, famous for its giant pandas and wide range of animal exhibits. A popular family destination combining wildlife with a central park setting.

  9. Ueno Park

    park · 4.4 rating · Free

    A large public park in central Tokyo home to museums, a zoo, temples, and famous cherry blossom avenues. Travelers visit for green space, cultural institutions, and springtime hanami.

  10. Tokyo National Museum

    museum · 4.5 rating · ¥1

    Japan's oldest and largest museum, home to the world's most comprehensive collection of Japanese art, artifacts, and historical treasures. A key destination for anyone interested in the nation's cultural heritage.

  11. Shibuya Crossing

    landmark · 4.5 rating · Free

    The world-famous scramble intersection where crowds surge across from all directions beneath giant video screens. Travelers come to witness and photograph the iconic spectacle of Tokyo's density.

  12. National Museum of Nature and Science

    attraction · 4.5 rating · ¥630

    A major museum in Ueno Park covering natural history, science, and technology with extensive dinosaur and biology exhibits. Travelers come to explore comprehensive collections spanning nature and human innovation.

  13. teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM

    museum · 4.6 rating

    An immersive digital art museum where boundless, moving projections respond to visitors as they wander through interconnected rooms. Travelers come for a world-famous, sensory art experience.

  14. Kanda Myoujin Shrine

    attraction · 4.4 rating · Free

    A historic Shinto shrine in central Tokyo known for its vivid architecture and association with business prosperity and modern pop culture. Travelers come for its cultural significance and colorful grounds.

  15. Shibuya Sky

    viewpoint · 4.6 rating · ¥2.70

    An open-air rooftop observation deck atop Shibuya Scramble Square offering panoramic 360-degree views of Tokyo. Travelers come for sweeping cityscapes and sunset skyline views.

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