Shibuya
💡 BEST TIP FOR FIGHTING JET LAG WHEN YOU ARRIVE IN THE MORNING: HEAD STRAIGHT TO SHIBUYA AND EXPLORE!
Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan
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We didn’t stay at this hotel ourselves, but friends recommended it to me! It has spacious rooms and a great location with easy access to public transport.
Day 1
ARRIVE IN TOKYO
Day trip from Tokyo
Estimated day duration: 2h 21mDon’t plan anything major today. Your only mission: survive the jet lag and realise you’re actually in Japan. Keep your first day easy, explore your neighbourhood, visit a convenience store, try your first Japanese snack, go crazy at a gachapon shop, browse a Don Quijote, and just take it all in. No strict itinerary. No rushing. Just enjoy that first “wait… I’m actually in Japan” feeling.
Skyliner to Tokyo station
I recommend taking the Skyliner from the airport it’s super convenient and takes you straight to central Tokyo. ✨ But before you do, make sure to have your luggage delivered to your accommodation! Use Yamato Transport TA-Q-BIN. And honestly, don’t use luggage delivery just on your first day use it throughout your trip whenever you can. It’s one of the easiest and most convenient ways to travel around Japan, especially when you’re changing cities or staying in multiple accommodations.
ICHIRAN Shibuya
Ichiran is a must-stop for a delicious ramen experience! 🍜🇯🇵
Japan, 〒150-0041 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jinnan, 1-chōme−22−７ 岩本ビル B1F
End of Day 1
Day 2
MODERN TOKYO
Estimated day duration: 11h 42m
Meiji Jingu
I recommend stopping by around 8 AM, when it’s still quiet and almost empty. The temple opens at 9 AM so you can enjoy the area before the crowds arrive. And don’t forget to get a goshuincho (御朱印帳) a special book for collecting goshuin stamps from temples and shrines throughout Japan.
1-1 Yoyogikamizonochō, Shibuya, Tokyo 151-8557, Japan
Harajuku
Stop at NAO CAFFEE or a delicious egg toast on your way to Harajuku! 🍳🥪 On the way there, you’ll also come across Uniqlo, so it’s the perfect little stop for breakfast and some shopping before continuing your day.
Harajuku, Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan
Shibuya Sky
Shibuya Sky is especially amazing around sunset but getting tickets for this time can be quite difficult because it’s one of the most popular time slots. So if you can’t get a sunset ticket, I definitely recommend visiting Shibuya Sky in the evening instead. The city lights and views over Tokyo are still incredible.
Japan, 〒150-6145 Tokyo, Shibuya, 2-chōme−24−１２ スクランブルスクエア 14階・45階 46階・屋上
WHITE GLASS COFFEE
Japan, 〒150-0031 Tokyo, Shibuya, Sakuragaokachō, 23−１８ ビジョナリーアーツ 1F
Shibuya 109
Girls, this is basically shopping heaven. 🛍️
2-chōme-29-1 Dōgenzaka, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0043, Japan
Café Ma Maison
They have really good carbonara and bubble tea here!
Japan, 〒150-0043 Tokyo, Shibuya, Dōgenzaka, 2-chōme−29−１ 7F
BRISK STAND KABUKICHO
A friend recommended this to me.
2-chōme-11-2 Kabukichō, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0021, Japan
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Day 3
FROM OLD TOKYO → NEON TOKYO
Estimated day duration: 9h 44m
Nakamise Shopping Street
I recommend visiting early in the morning ideally before 8 AM. It’s much quieter and more peaceful, so you can walk through the beautiful streets all the way to the temple without the huge crowds. Then, on your way back, the shops and food stalls will start opening the perfect time to try some delicious Japanese street food!
1-chōme-36-3 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan
Ueno
A lot of people don’t know that Ueno Park is home to several small, hidden temples and shrines that are worth exploring. So don’t just stick to the main attractions take some time to wander around and discover the quieter spots tucked away in the park.
Ueno, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0005, Japan
Gyukatsu Motomura Ueno no Mori Sakura Terrace Branch
Before we head to Akihabara for the rest of the day, we need to fuel up!
Japan, 〒110-0007 Tokyo, Taito City, Uenokōen, 1−５４ 上野の森さくらテラス B102
Akihabara
Every anime fan is going to have a field day here!
Akihabara, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0006, Japan
Maidreamin Akihabara Head Store
Unfortunately, I didn’t manage to book it in time, so I hope I’ll get to experience it next time! But I’d definitely recommend adding it to your Japan itinerary. 💕
Japan, 〒101-0021 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 3-chōme−16−１７ 住吉ビル 6階
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Day 4
GETAWAY FROM TOKYO
Day trip from Tokyo
Estimated day duration: 11h 13mTrain to Kamakura
I recommend getting an early start for this one you can be in Kamakura by 8 AM and beat the crowds. 🌿⛩️
06:00
Cobakaba
Delicious traditional Japanese breakfast. Not a touristy spot at all just a small local restaurant.
1-chōme-13-15 Komachi, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0006, Japan
Train to Kamakurakoko-Mae Station
You don’t need to buy a special ticket for the Enoden Line in Kamakura you can simply use your Suica!
09:00
Kamakurakōkō-Mae Station
1 Chome-1 Koshigoe, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0033, Japan
Shichirigahama
The photos here are absolutely beautiful around sunset if you wanted to do this day in reverse 🌅✨
Shichirigahama, 2 Chome-1 Shichirigahamahigashi, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0025, Japan
RURU KAMAKURA
No reservation is needed! I recommend visiting this one earlier than the popular spots in Tokyo there are usually fewer people, and we barely had to wait at all.
Japan, 〒248-0005 Kanagawa, Kamakura, Yukinoshita, 1-chōme−6−２８ ランプ雪ノ下 2A
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