Tokyo 6 Day Itinerary
Tokyo 6-Day Travel Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival & Orientation
- Stay at: Shinjuku - Convenient location with a variety of affordable accommodation options. Hotel Granbell Shinjuku is a popular choice.
- Eat: Ichiran Shinjuku Ramen for a classic ramen experience.
- Things to know: Tokyo uses a card system for transportation (Suica or Pasmo). Purchase at any station ticket gate.
- Transportation: JR Yamanote Line connects major areas in Tokyo. Get a Japan Rail Pass if you plan to explore other cities too.
Day 2: Explore Central Tokyo
- Visit: Imperial Palace, Meiji Shrine, Harajuku (Takeshita Street for youth fashion), Omotesando (fashionable avenue).
- Eat: Tebisu Soba for a delicious bowl of soba noodles in Harajuku.
- Transportation: Yurikamome water bus from Shimbashi to Odaiba for a scenic ride and visit to Odaiba Seaside Park.
Day 3: Asakusa & Akihabara
- Visit: Senso-ji Temple, Nakamise Shopping Street in Asakusa, Akihabara Electric Town.
- Eat: Taiyaki Stand in Akihabara for a taiyaki (Japanese fish-shaped pastry).
- Transportation: Subway Ginza Line connects Asakusa and Akihabara.
Day 4: Tsukiji & Odaiba
- Visit: Tsukiji Outer Market for fresh seafood, TeamLab Borderless in Odaiba for a unique digital art experience.
- Eat: Sushidai at Tsukiji for sushi breakfast or lunch.
- Transportation: Hydrofoil (Aqua-Liners) from Tsukiji or Shijo-shimaura Pier to Odaiba.
Day 5: Shibuya & Shinjuku
- Visit: Shibuya Crossing, Shibuya Scramble Square for an observatory view, Robot Restaurant in Shinjuku (reservation required).
- Eat: Izakaya for a traditional Japanese izakaya dining experience.
- Transportation: JR Yamanote Line connects Shibuya and Shinjuku.
Day 6: Departure
- Visit: Last-minute souvenir shopping in Shinjuku or any other favorite spots from the past days.
- Eat: Maid Cafe for a unique experience, or try more local cuisine before departure.
- Transportation: Head to Narita or Haneda Airport according to your flight schedule.