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Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Hakone Ropeway, Lake Ashi Cruise,Owakudani

Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Hakone Ropeway, Lake Ashi Cruise,Owakudani

￥7,800
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Hakone Ropeway, Lake Ashi Cruise,Owakudani
Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket

Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket

￥4,800
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket
Tokyo After 5: Small Group Evening Food Tasting Tour

Tokyo Evening Food Adventure: Hidden Eateries & Local Flavours

￥11,116
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Tokyo Evening Food Adventure: Hidden Eateries & Local Flavours
Kawagoe: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO

Kawagoe: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO

￥4,830
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kawagoe: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Asakusa: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience

Asakusa: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience

￥4,830
per adult
Asakusa: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience
Airalo Asia e-Sim Package

eSIM: Airalo Asia e-Sim Package

￥5,799
per traveler
eSIM: Airalo Asia e-Sim Package
Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Oishi Park & Lake Kawaguchi & Oshino Hakkai

Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Oishi Park & Lake Kawaguchi & Oshino Hakkai

￥7,800
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Oishi Park & Lake Kawaguchi & Oshino Hakkai
Mt Fuji Instagrammable Day Tour: Six Iconic Spots from Tokyo

Mt. Fuji Top 6 Spots: Arakurayama & Lake Kawaguchi Day Tour

￥8,660
per adult
Mt. Fuji Top 6 Spots: Arakurayama & Lake Kawaguchi Day Tour
Tokyo: Mt. Fuji Tour, Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani, Lake Ashi

Tokyo: Mt. Fuji Tour, Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani, Lake Ashi

￥8,640
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: Mt. Fuji Tour, Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani, Lake Ashi
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1. Tokyo Tower

The orange and white steel beams of Tokyo Tower rise 1,092 feet (333 meters) above the city. See this landmark from many points across Tokyo then change perspectives and view the city from the tower’s observation decks.
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2. Tokyo Skytree

Built as a broadcast tower and opened to the public in 2012, Tokyo Skytree has quickly become a popular spot in Tokyo. At 2,080 feet (634 meters), it’s the world’s largest self-supporting tower. Observation decks give you 360-degree views of Tokyo, its skyscrapers, river and harbor, and surroundings stretching southwest 60 miles (100 kilometers) to Mount Fuji.
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3. Tokyo Imperial Palace

Tokyo Imperial Palace remains the primary residence of Japan’s Imperial Family. Much like residences for heads of state around the world, the palace buildings and inner gardens are not open to the public. However, twice a year (December 23 and January 2), you can enter the inner palace gardens to see the Imperial Family waving from a balcony.
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4. Shibuya Crossing

Marvel at Shibuya Crossing’s flashing neon lights, gigantic video screens and up to 2,500 pedestrians surging into the street simultaneously. The experience is chaotic and compelling. This intersection encapsulates the city’s energy and is a popular setting for Tokyo street scenes in photos and motion pictures, including Sofia Coppola’s Lost in Translation.
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5. Sensoji Temple

The five-story pagoda of Sensoji Temple nestled amid high-rises shows the peaceful coexistence of old and new, spiritual and practical.
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6. Tokyo Big Sight

Tokyo Big Sight is an exhibition center that lives up to its name. Its enormous space-age Conference Tower can be seen from around Kōtō. One of the largest convention centers in Japan, this vast complex offers stunning vistas of the Tokyo Bay waterfront and has become an iconic part of the Tokyo skyline. Appreciate the modern and sleek interior décor of this impressive structure as well.
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7. Ueno Park

Tokyo’s Ueno Park was once the site of one of the city’s largest temples. Now recognized for its important museums and institutions, this park is also among Tokyo’s most popular cherry blossom viewing locations. Around late March to early April, over 1,000 cherry trees blossom along the park’s main pathway, attracting visitors from all over Japan and the world. Bring a mat and picnic to enjoy hanami with delicate pink blossoms falling beside you.
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8. Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden offers a peaceful experience in the heart of Tokyo’s Shinjuku district. Visit the garden year-round to enjoy artistic landscaping in this oasis within one of the world’s largest cities.
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What to do in Tokyo Prefecture

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Tokyo Disneyland®

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Ride roller coasters and watch theatrical shows as you witness the magic of Disney come to life at this family-friendly amusement park and resort.
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Where to stay in Tokyo Prefecture

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Shinjuku

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Shinjuku. Check out top attractions like Shinjuku Subnade and Samurai Museum, and jump on the metro at Shinjuku-sanchome Station or Shinjuku-nishiguchi Station to see more of the city.

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Shibuya

Shibuya is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Shibuya Crossing and Yoyogi National Gymnasium. See more of Tokyo by jumping on the metro at Shibuya Station or Meiji-jingumae 'Harajuku' Station.

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Ginza

Travelers love Ginza for its popular shops, and you can see more of Tokyo by jumping on the metro at Ginza Station or Higashi-ginza Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Ginza Six and Mitsukoshi Ginza.

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Asakusa

Asakusa is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sensoji Temple or Asakusa Shrine.

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Ueno

Travelers choose Ueno for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Ueno-okachimachi Station or Ueno-hirokoji Station and check out top sights like Ameyoko Shopping District.

Popular day trips from Tokyo Prefecture

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Hachijo

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Miyakejima

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Kawaguchi

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Urayasu

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Yokohama

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Tachikawa

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