Tokyo offers unique experiences suitable for everyone, such as a ninja experience, admiring the iconic Mount Fuji, having fun in anime shops and theme parks, staying at a traditional ryokan, and visiting traditional shrines.
Get to know how to plan your first trip to Tokyo with our complete travel guide ideas.

Where to Stay in Tokyo
In this guide, we will introduce you to the 4 best places to stay in Tokyo as well as 8 hotels. our worry-free travel plans cover attractions and accommodations to suit all your needs. Read more

Best (and Worst) Times to Visit Tokyo
The best times to visit Tokyo are in spring (March to May) to enjoy the best scenery of cherry blossoms and in autumn (September to November) to appreciate the charming colorful foliage. Read more

Top 6 Day Trips from Tokyo
1. Hakone - Relax in an Onsen;
2. Fuji Five Lakes - View Mount Fuji;
3. Kamakura - Best Alternative to Kyoto;
4. Nikko - History of the Edo Period;
5. Mt. Takao - Light Hiking;
6. Minakami - Outdoor Paradise
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How to Plan a Tokyo Cherry Blossom Tour?
Cherry blossom in Tokyo is forecast to bloom around late March to early April. Read this article to learn how to plan a perfect sakura Trip. Read more

Tokyo vs Osaka: What're the Main Differences?
Tokyo and Osaka are the two biggest cities in Japan, here is the brief introduction for both cities for 8 main travel differences. Read more
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Top Places to Visit in Tokyo

Mount Fuji and the Fuji Five Lakes
Here's everything you need to know to create a memorable trip to Mount Fuji, including the best ways to visit it and suggested itineraries. Read more

Tokyo Disneyland
Follow this post to discover the best attractions in Tokyo Disneyland, the Disneyland hotels, the transportation, etc. Read more

The Best Places to See Anime in Tokyo
Tokyo is the top paradise in the world for anime fans. From iconic 70s robots and Gundam products to manga and anime, Tokyo has everything you want. Read more

Animate Akihabara
Animate Akihabara is Tokyo's ultimate anime haven. Know some specifics including its transportation, opening hours, highlights, etc. to make your journey smoother. Read more

teamLab Planets Tokyo
Read to know the highlights and essential tips of teamLab Planets Tokyo visiting to help you make the most of this unforgettable art journey. Read more

Ghibli Museum
Want to know what attractions the museum offers, how to get there, and how to buy tickets? Just spend a few minutes reading our article to dive deep into the essence of Ghibli Museum. Read more

Imperial Palace
The Imperial Palace stands on the site of the former Edo Castle that was the residence of the Tokugawa Shogunate who ruled Tokyo during the Edo era. Follow this post to find how to visit this place smoothly. Read more

Shibuya, Ginza, Shinjuku and Harajuku
Shibuya, Ginza, Shinjuku and Harajuku are regarded as Tokyo's best neighborhoods. If you are not sure where to go, read on for some useful information about these suburbs. Read more
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