4th July
NRT Airport
Today on arrival at Narita airport, make own way to your accomodation in central Tokyo.
You can use the Keisei line to reach Ueno station.
Please purchase tickets at your own expense for the train. We recommend the following timetable.
The train departs about every 20 minutes.
From Keisei Ueno station, it takes about 10 minutes on foot to reach your accomodation.
Upon check-in, you will receive an envelope including
Four 14-Day JR Rail Pass - Ordinary Class - please refer to this page.
*We suggest validating your rail pass to start on 8 July
*Pocket wifi device for 16 days will be delivered to your hotel separately.
Mimaru Tokyo Ueno East
4-26-3 Higashi Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-0015
MIMARU東京 上野EAST
〒110-0015 東京都台東区東上野4-26-3
4 nights from 4th to 8th July
Family Apartment, room only
Check-in: 3:00 pm
Check-out: 11:00 am
Phone: +81 3-5811-1677
Afternoon
Arrive in Tokyo, the world’s largest metropolis. This bustling city is the economic and cultural hub of the nation. Spend the afternoon exploring the best of what Tokyo has to offer, and enjoy the endless opportunities for fine dining and entertainment at every turn.
For more ideas, see:
✴ JAPAN GUIDE: https://www.japan-guide.com
✴ JAPAN JOURNEYS: https://japanjourneys.jp/tokyo
5th to 7th July
Great Places To Visit In Tokyo
Pay a visit to Sensoji Temple in Asakusa, with its iconic red lantern. Drop by in May to see the energetic Sanja Matsuri!
A trip to the top of Tokyo Sky Tree will give you sweeping views of the metropolis and beyond.
Kappabashi is famous for its shops dedicated to supplying the restaurant trade. Plastic food items and kitchen utensils are popular souvenirs.
Ameyoko Shopping Street is primarily known for its fabulous variety of shopping and food.
Ueno Park is home to several museums, temples and shrines, and the oldest zoo in Japan.
Tokyo National Museum houses an impressive number of national treasures and the world’s largest collection of Japanese art.
Catch the tuna auction in action at Toyosu Market, followed by a sushi breakfast at Tsukiji’s Outer Market.
Geek out on anime and stock up on all your otaku and electronic goods at the buzzy shopping hub of Akihabara!
Tokyo Station’s red brick facade is spectacular, and the historic building is registered as an Important Cultural Property.
Some of the very best ramen noodles in Tokyo can be found along Tokyo Ramen Street in Tokyo Station.
Muji is a Japanese brand with a minimalist design philosophy. Visit the Ginza store to check out Muji’s range of household and consumer goods.
This luxury shopping complex called Ginza Six is a classy and elegant place to stop for shopping, food, and entertainment.
Cross the world’s most famous intersection, Shibuya Scramble. Sip on a Starbucks coffee while people-watching!
Hachiko is the single most famous meeting spot in all of Shibuya. There is a heartwarming story behind this popular statue.
Omotesando is a wide, tree-lined avenue with eclectic landmarks and luxury stores that is often referred to as the Champs-Élysées of Tokyo.
Takeshita Street is the main attraction in trendy Harajuku, the centre of youth and pop culture in Tokyo.
Meiji Shrine is set within an immense forest of over 100,000 trees and is one of the most important shrines in Japan.
Yoyogi Park is one of the most famous parks in Tokyo, and is popular with both locals and tourists for picnics and outdoor activities.
Shinjuku Gyoen is a vast urban park that is open to the public year-round. It is beautiful in all seasons.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building’s free observation decks offer magnificent panoramic views of the city.
Be dazzled by the possibilities of digital art at the teamLAB museums in Toyosu. Utterly memorable.
Take a deep dive into the depths of Tokyo’s gourmet scene. From ramen to soup curry, you’ll love it all.
Take in the lush beauty of Rikugien Garden. The evening illuminations are stunning in spring and autumn.
For more ideas, see:
✴ JAPAN GUIDE: https://www.japan-guide.com
✴ JAPAN JOURNEYS: https://japanjourneys.jp/tokyo