Tokyo 4 Day Itinerary

Tokyo 4-Day Itinerary (Markdown Format)

Day 1: Explore Central Tokyo

  • Morning:

    • Start your day with breakfast at Café Kitsuné Aoyama (5-11-16 Jingumae, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0001), a charming café offering quality coffee and pastries.
    • Head to Meiji Shrine (1-1 Yoyogikamizonocho, Shibuya, Tokyo 151-8557) for a peaceful morning walk amidst the beautiful forest.

  • Afternoon:

    • Visit Harajuku (Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001), famous for its unique fashion culture and Takeshita Street.
    • Explore Tsukiji Fish Market (5-2-1 Tsukiji, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0045) for sushi breakfast or lunch at one of the many sushi restaurants. Alternatively, visit the new marketplace, Toyosu Fish Market.

  • Evening:

    • Relax in the tranquil atmosphere of the Hama-Rikyu Gardens (1-1 Hamarikyuteien, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-8268).
    • Dinner at Sushidokoro Maguroku (5-1-5 Hamamatsucho, Minato City, Tokyo 105-0013), a popular sushi restaurant offering an omakase menu.

Day 2: Modern Tokyo

  • Morning:

    • Breakfast at Viens (7F Shibuya Mark City, 1-1-3 Shibuya, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-8354), a cozy café with a great view of the famous Shibuya Crossing.
    • Visit Shibuya (Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0002) and cross the iconic Shibuya Scramble Crossing.

  • Afternoon:

    • Head to Odaiba (Aomi, Koto City, Tokyo 135-0064). Visit the teamLab Borderless digital art museum, enjoy a stroll along the waterfront, and shop at DECKS Tokyo Beach.
    • Lunch at Yurikamome Sushi no Midori (1-1-9 Aomi, Koto City, Tokyo 135-0064), offering fresh seafood and sushi with a view of Rainbow Bridge.

  • Evening:

    • Explore Akihabara (Chiyoda City, Tokyo 101-0021), the hub for anime, manga, and electronic goods.
    • Dinner at Kagura (4 Chome-6-4 Sotokanda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 101-0021) for traditional Japanese cuisine in a Maids’ café atmosphere.

Day 3: Asakusa and Odaiba

  • Morning:

    • Breakfast at Café & Bakery Monogatari (1 Chome-28-6 Kappabashi, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0088), a popular bakery with a wide selection of pastries.
    • Visit Senso-ji Temple (2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032) and browse the shops in the Nakamise-dori shopping street.

  • Afternoon:

    • Return to Central Tokyo using the Yurikamome waterfront train line or the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line.
    • Visit Roppongi Hills Mori Tower (6-10-1 Roppongi, Minato City, Tokyo 106-6108) for a panoramic view of the city. Have lunch at the revolving restaurant, Mori Cafe & Dining.

  • Evening:

    • Dinner at Robot Restaurant (1 Chome-7-7 Kuchikidori, Shinjuku, Tokyo 160-0022), a unique dining experience with robot performances.

Day 4: Shopping and Departure

  • Morning:

    • Breakfast at Sarabeth's Tokyo (5 Chome-3-1 Jingumae, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0001), an American brunch restaurant offering pancakes and eggs benedict.
    • Spend the morning shopping in the fashion districts of Ginza (Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061) or Omotesando (Minato City, Tokyo 107-0062).

  • Afternoon:

    • Lunch at Ichiran Shinjuku Main Branch (3 Chome-34-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0022), famous for its ramen in a private booth setting.
    • Last-minute souvenir shopping or relaxation before departure.

Things to Know:

  • Tokyo Metro and JR East passes are useful for navigating the city.
  • Cash is king in Japan, although some shops and restaurants accept credit cards.
  • Be respectful of local customs and traditions.
  • English is widely spoken in tourist areas, but learning basic Japanese phrases can be helpful.
  • Tipping is not customary in Japan.