Sensō-ji
Go early (before ~9am) or later in the evening to avoid peak crowds—it's open 24/7, and the vibe is way more relaxed (and photogenic) once the tour groups clear out.
2-chōme-3-1 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan
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Day 1
Asakusa & Skytree
Estimated day duration: 4h 56mStart the day in Asakusa, one of the old towns of Tokyo, with a visit to Senso-ji and a stroll through the surrounding streets for souvenirs and delicious street food. In the evening, head to Tokyo Skytree for amazing sunset views from one of the largest towers in the world.
Nakamise Shopping Street
Fun but touristy—prices are higher than elsewhere, so treat it more as a snack stop (try fresh melon pan or ningyo-yaki) than a serious shopping street.
1-chōme-36-3 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan
Tokyo Skytree
The observation deck is a bit pricey, but can offer great sunset views. You can ascend to 350 and 450 meters, depending on the ticket, but we feel 350 meters is plenty for a panoramic view of Tokyo.
1-chōme-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida City, Tokyo 131-0045, Japan
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Day 2
Museum Day
Estimated day duration: 12h 3mChoose between two great areas: head to Odaiba for immersive digital art at teamLab Planets (or Borderless) and a stroll along the waterfront, or explore Ueno’s museum district with highlights like the Tokyo National Museum and National Museum of Nature and Science.
teamLab Planets Tokyo Entry Ticket – Digital Art Museum
Pick either Planets or Borderless and get your tickets here! Book the earliest or latest time slot to avoid crowds—you’ll get much better photos and won’t feel rushed through the immersive rooms.
Tokyo2 hours
Exploring the Infinite: A Journey Through teamLab Borderless
Get your tickets here! Book the earliest or latest time slot to avoid crowds—you’ll get much better photos and won’t feel rushed through the immersive rooms.
Tokyo4 hours
Odaiba Marine Park
It’s more about the chill waterfront vibe than a “must-see”—nice for a break, especially around sunset with views of Rainbow Bridge.
1-chōme-4-4 Daiba, Minato City, Tokyo 135-0091, Japan
Tokyo National Museum
Huge and easy to burn out—pick one or two sections (like samurai armor or Buddhist art) instead of trying to see everything.
13-9 Uenokōen, Taito City, Tokyo 110-8712, Japan
National Museum of Nature and Science
Great value and surprisingly fun—even if you’re not a science person, the dinosaur exhibits and interactive areas are worth a quick visit.
7-20 Uenokōen, Taito City, Tokyo 110-8718, Japan
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Day 3
Harajuku & Shibuya
Estimated day duration: 9h 2mStart with a peaceful walk through Meiji Shrine, then dive into the energy of Takeshita Street. Spend the afternoon exploring Shibuya before catching sunset views from Shibuya Sky.
Meiji Jingu
Enter via the forested paths for the full experience—it feels worlds away from the city, even though you’re right next to Harajuku.
1-1 Yoyogikamizonochō, Shibuya, Tokyo 151-8557, Japan
Takeshita Street
Go early if you can—it gets packed fast, and most shops don’t open until late morning anyway.
1-chōme-16-6 Jingūmae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan
Cat Street
A more laid-back alternative to Takeshita—great for browsing indie shops and vintage without the crowds.
Cat St, 3-chōme-18 Jingūmae, Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan
Streamer Coffee Company Shibuya
1-chōme-20-28 Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0002, Japan
Shibuya Scramble Crossing
Best experienced from above—after doing one or two mandatory crossings, skip the street chaos and grab a view from a café or nearby building for a better perspective.
21 Udagawacho, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0042, Japan
Shibuya Sky
Book sunset tickets in advance—they sell out quickly, and timing it right gives you both daylight views and city lights.
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
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Day 4
Tsukiji, Akihabara & Shinjuku
Estimated day duration: 7h 18mBegin at Tsukiji Outer Market for fresh seafood and street eats, then head to Akihabara for anime, games, and electronics. Wrap up the day in Shinjuku, wandering areas like Kabukicho or Omoide Yokocho.
Fish Market Tsukiji Outer Market
Skip the early-morning rush—most stalls are open by 9–10am, and lines are way more manageable (plus you won’t be eating sushi at 7am unless you really want to).
Japan, 〒104-0045 Tokyo, Chuo City, Tsukiji, 4-chōme−16 および６丁目一部
Akihabara
Don’t just stick to the main street—some of the best retro game shops and deals are tucked into side streets and upper floors.
Akihabara, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0006, Japan
Omoide Yokocho Memory Lane
Great spot for a casual pre-night-out bite—grab a few skewers and a drink, but don’t expect it to be super cheap or smoke-free (it’s part of the vibe).
1-chōme-2-2 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan
Kabukicho
Fun to walk through at night, but avoid touts trying to pull you into bars—stick to places with clear menus and you’ll be fine.
Kabukicho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0021, Japan
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