Hotels in Shinjuku or Asakusa HotelBoth have excellent train links; Asakusa is calmer and often cheaper.
3Days
12Stops
9Meal tips
About £110-180 a day, mid-range, flights excludedBudget
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Three days in Tokyo that mix old and new: Asakusa's temple and Ueno's museums, the crossings and viewpoints of Shibuya and Shinjuku, and the fashion and quiet shrines of Harajuku. Tokyo is huge, so cluster sights by area and use trains. Best in March to May and October to November.
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Day by day
Old Tokyo: Asakusa and Ueno
08:30
Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Street
Tokyo's oldest temple, reached through the Kaminarimon gate and a shopping street of snacks and souvenirs. Early morning is calm.
View on map ↗💡 Try freshly made ningyo-yaki cakes.
11:00
Sumida River walk and Tokyo Skytree
Walk along the river to Tokyo Skytree, the tallest tower in Japan, with shops at its base.
View on map ↗💡 Observation deck extra. Only pay for the deck on a clear day.
14:00
Ueno Park and Tokyo National Museum
A large park with museums and a pond, and the country's biggest collection of Japanese art.
View on map ↗💡 Check the museum's closing day, usually Monday.
18:00
Ameya-Yokocho market
A bustling market street under the railway tracks with food stalls and bargains.
View on map ↗💡 Good for a casual dinner of grilled skewers.
🍽 Where to eat
breakfastConvenience-store onigiri and coffeeJapanese · $
lunchSoba or tempura near AsakusaJapanese · $$
dinnerIzakaya dinnerJapanese · $$
🎟 Book ahead for day 1Tickets and tours: Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise … 🏨 Find a hotel
Shibuya, Shinjuku and city views
09:30
Meiji Shrine
A peaceful forested shrine dedicated to Emperor Meiji, reached through a huge wooden torii gate.
View on map ↗💡 Dress modestly and follow the bowing and purification customs.
11:30
Takeshita Street and Omotesando
Colourful youth fashion and crepes on Takeshita Street, then the tree-lined, high-end Omotesando.
View on map ↗💡 Avoid weekends if you dislike crowds.
14:00
Shibuya Crossing and Shibuya Sky
See the famous scramble crossing from ground level, then from the rooftop observation deck.
View on map ↗💡 Book a sunset slot in advance.
19:00
Shinjuku nightlife
Neon-lit streets, Omoide Yokocho's tiny yakitori bars and Golden Gai's small bars.
View on map ↗💡 Many Golden Gai bars charge a cover.
🍽 Where to eat
breakfastBakery breakfastJapanese · $
lunchRamenJapanese · $
dinnerYakitori in Omoide YokochoJapanese · $$
🎟 Book ahead for day 2Tickets and tours: Meiji Shrine
Tsukiji, gardens and Akihabara
08:00
Tsukiji Outer Market
Sushi, tamagoyaki (egg omelette) and seafood snacks from small stalls. The inner wholesale market moved to Toyosu.
View on map ↗💡 Most stalls close by early afternoon.
10:30
Hamarikyu Gardens
A traditional garden on the bay with a tea house, set against skyscrapers.
View on map ↗💡 Matcha and a sweet at the tea house are worth the stop.
13:30
Akihabara
The centre of anime, manga and video game culture, with multi-floor shops and arcades.
View on map ↗💡 Take your passport for tax-free shopping.
17:30
Imperial Palace East Gardens
Former castle grounds with moats and stone walls, open to the public.
View on map ↗💡 Closed on Mondays and Fridays.
🍽 Where to eat
breakfastSushi breakfast at TsukijiJapanese · $$
lunchCurry or katsu lunchJapanese · $
dinnerFinal dinnerJapanese · $$
🎟 Book ahead for day 3Tickets and tours: Tsukiji Outer Market
Good to know
✈️ Getting thereNarita and Haneda airports connect to central Tokyo by train in 35-60 minutes; Haneda is closer.
🚆 Getting aroundTrains and subways are fast and punctual. Use a Suica or Pasmo card (also on a phone wallet).
💷 CurrencyJapanese yen (JPY). Carry cash, since some small places do not take cards.
🗣 LanguageJapanese. English signage is common on transport.
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