Once you’ve had your sushi fix, head to Shibuya for the famous crossing. After taking too many photos, you can wander the streets and the various malls here. There’s really not much else going on around here, but again, the fun in Japan is just exploring. In the afternoon you can ...
If you’ve come from afar, this is likely going to be a hectic day that passes in a haze of jet-lag. It’s best to take things easy on yourself during your first day in this chaotic city, and spend your time exploring the touristy parts of Shibuya Make sure to walk across the ico...
While mainly designed for couples to have some private time together, love hotels can also be convenient, fun places to spend the night by yourself too. Please note though, not every love hotel will be willing to let a room to an individual, and most will not accept groups in a single ...
Living in Los Angeles working two to three jobs at a time, Jane remembers the years she spent “at risk of losing my home and not being able to eat all the time because I was too paranoid to spend money on groceries because I was like, oh, I won’t have money for rent if I buy...
How many days to spend in Tokyo? Is Tokyo expensive to visit? Day 1 – Imperial Palace, Akihabara & Asakusa Next stop – Akihabara Things to do in Akihabara, Tokyo Next stop – Asakusa Things to do in Asakusa Tokyo Day 2 – Tokyo Tower, Shibuya, Harajuku & Shinjuku ...
Tokyo's Shinjuku district is dotted with long-standing department stores and gigantic fashion buildings, as well as drinking quarters such as Kabukicho and Golden Gai. People gather in this sightseeing spot at any hour of the day.The base for access is Shinjuku Station, which is home to the ...
How many days do you need to visit Tokyo? The ideal length of your stay in Tokyo depends on the experience you want. Most tourists spend 4–5 days in the city before heading out to explore the rest of Japan. However, we’ve always opted for a longer stay, usually around two weeks....
4. Where to stay in Tokyo & How much to budget RM380/SGD125 per night will get you a basic hotel or better choices on Airbnb. Most first-time travellers will prefer to stay in Shinjuku, Shibuya or Ueno. Our advice is to stay in accommodation near any Tokyo Metro & Toei Line station...
A Japan Rail Pass can save money over point-to-point tickets even for one long-distance round trip. A significant Japan Rail Pass price rise in October 2023 means it's no longer a foregone conclusion, but here are some comparisons after the pass price increase: A 7-day Japan Rail Pass ...
Tokyo (at least 5 days):If it’s your first time visiting, I would try to spend the most time in Tokyo because it’s the largest metropolitan area. There are several cities throughout Tokyo that offer different experiences, like Shibuya is the center of young fashion and shopping; Ginza ...