Tokyo Itinerary: 3 to 5 Days
Tokyo is big, so plan by neighborhood rather than by sight. Three days covers the essentials; four or five lets you add a day trip and slow down. Below is a simple structure plus solid places to stay near the action.
| Suggested length | 3 to 5 days |
|---|---|
| Get around | JR Yamanote line and metro |
| Next stop | Kyoto by Shinkansen (about 2h20) |
Day 1: central Tokyo
Start in Shinjuku and Shibuya for the iconic crossings and views, then wind down in the bars of Golden Gai or a quiet garden at Shinjuku Gyoen.
Day 2: old Tokyo
See Senso-ji in Asakusa in the morning, walk to the Sumida riverside, then head to Akihabara or Ueno's museums in the afternoon.
Day 3: style and bay
Spend the morning in Harajuku and Omotesando, the afternoon in Ginza or teamLab by the bay. With extra days, take a day trip to Nikko, Kamakura or Hakone.
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