Top 8 attractions in Tokyo, Japan

With so much to see and do in Tokyo, the list of must-sees is potentially endless. Narrow your search with these top 8 Tokyo attractions.

Tokyo National Museum

The Tokyo National Museum is enormous, spread across multiple galleries and structures in Ueno Park. If you’re tight on time, make your way to the Main Gallery (Honkan) for a chronological exploration of Japanese history and art.

Takeshita-dori

Colorful and lively Takeshita Street is located in Harajuku and is one of the district’s most iconic attractions. The shopping area is packed with small shops and vendors selling offbeat fashions, quirky souvenirs, and everything kawaii.

Senso-ji

Senso-ji is one of Tokyo’s most visited temples. Not only because of its sheer size and cultural significance but because it claims to be the oldest of the city’s temples. The surrounding historic district and shopping street, Nakamise-dori, also contribute to Senso-ji’s popularity.

Hamarikyu Onshi Teien

This traditional Japanese strolling garden was once the property of the Tokugawa Clan, the former shoguns of Edo. Don’t forget to visit the antique teahouse located within its walls, Nakajima no Ochaya, for the full experience.

Shibuya Crossing

Shibuya Crossing is known as the busiest pedestrian scramble in the world in terms of foot traffic. It’s the perfect starting point to any exploration further into the district.

Tokyo Dome

The Yomiuri Giants, Japan’s oldest professional baseball team, call the Tokyo Dome home. But the multipurpose structure also hosts concerts and other sporting events as well. Catch a game rain or shine, or spend an hour browsing the nearby Japanese Baseball Hall of Fame.

Golden Gai

Golden Gai is a collection of narrow alleys and two-story bars, a rare sight in the metropolis of Shinjuku. Most are so small they can only accommodate a handful of customers, which is the reasoning behind the hefty seating charges. It has mostly been taken over by visitors in recent years, but you’ll still encounter the odd locals-only signage or chilly reception now and then.

Read more: Things to do in Asakusa, Tokyo

Tokyo Skytree

Located in Sumida Ward, Tokyo Skytree is the tallest structure in the entire prefecture and a popular attraction among locals and visitors alike. Shop and dine at the Skytree Village, or make your way to the observatories for a new perspective on Tokyo.

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7 best spots in Tokyo to visit at night

Tokyo is one of the best cities in the world for nightlife. Not only for drinking and partying, but also the streetscape and photography are one of the best things to enjoy in Tokyo at night. Actually, many landmarks in Tokyo have even better views at night than day time.

Roppongi Hills Mori Tower

Roppongi Hills Mori Tower owns one of the city’s best observatories, which is supposedly the best place to observe Tokyo Tower.

Hours: 10:00 am to 11:00 pm (to 1 am on Friday and Saturday)
Access: Direct access is available from Tokyo Metro Roppongi station 1C Exit

Tokyo Sky Tree

The new symbol of the city, Tokyo Skytree is the highest building existing in Japan today. The 634 m tower was built in 2012 as a broadcasting tower and is located in Asakusa area, Tokyo.

Hours: 8:00 am to 10:00 pm
Access: a short walk from Tokyo Skytree Station or Oshiage Station

Sensoji Temple

Tokyo’s oldest temple, Sensoji glows at night. It's one of the most popular tourist sites in Tokyo and extremely crowded during the day, however, you can also enjoy the silent temple after it gets dark.

Access: a short walk from Asakusa Station

Odaiba

The large artificial island on Tokyo Bay, Odaiba is connected with Rainbow Bridge to the center of Tokyo, and famous for its sophisticated night view.

Shibuya

The district of Tokyo that never sleeps, Shibuya is known as the center of the young culture of Japan. The district entertains and sometimes takes you by surprise even at deep night. The famous scramble crossing and Center Gai Street are the most vibrant area.

Tokyo Central Station

Located at the heart of Tokyo city, Tokyo Station is the city’s biggest transportation hub with numerous railway lines, and it’s actually an amazing object to photograph especially at night.

Shinjuku 

Another district of Tokyo which never sleeps. In fact, this one is even wide awake at night. Shinjuku is the biggest red-light district in Tokyo and famous for its glaring neon lights, especially around Kabukicho area.

Read more: Catch up with some Tokyo’s major districts

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