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Breakfast Tsukiji Sushi Sen Asakusa Kaminarimon
Asakusa
Early sushi breakfast near Kaminarimon Gate; choose a chef’s nigiri set and remain inside the busy, well-lit restaurant.
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Morning Senso-ji
Asakusa
Visit Tokyo’s oldest major Buddhist temple for hatsumode, incense, omikuji, and the New Year atmosphere around Kaminarimon and Nakamise-dori.
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Lunch Asakusa Yadoroku
Asakusa
Sample traditional Edo-style rice balls and simple Japanese set dishes at one of Asakusa’s historic neighborhood eateries.
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Afternoon Asakusa Hanayashiki
Asakusa
Explore Japan’s oldest amusement park, with compact rides and a nostalgic atmosphere close to the temple district.
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Dinner Kappabashi Coffee & Bar
Kappabashi
Take a relaxed early dinner in the Kappabashi area, choosing warm Japanese comfort food and non-alcoholic drinks if preferred.
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Evening Senso-ji Joya no Kane
Asakusa
If the annual schedule permits, observe the temple’s New Year bell tradition from designated public areas rather than entering restricted zones.
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2 day trip to Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo Safety Scores
- Women's Safety 7
- Physical Safety 8
- Theft 8
- LGBTQ+ Safety 5
- Health & Medical 8
- Political Freedom 6
The higher the number, the safer it is (scale 1–10).
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Breakfast Bills Omotesando
Omotesando
Leisurely breakfast of ricotta hotcakes, eggs, and coffee in a central, staffed restaurant near Meiji Jingu and Omotesando.
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Morning Meiji Jingu
Yoyogi
Participate in hatsumode at Tokyo’s major Shinto shrine, walking through the forested approach and observing New Year shrine customs respectfully.
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Lunch Harajuku Gyoza Lou
Harajuku
Eat inexpensive pan-fried and boiled gyoza with rice or vegetables at a popular Harajuku dumpling restaurant.
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Afternoon Nezu Museum
Aoyama
View Japanese and East Asian art, then take a quiet walk through the museum’s traditional garden if open.
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Dinner Tsukiji Sushi Sei Honten
Tsukiji
Enjoy a reservation-led sushi dinner featuring seasonal fish and a calm counter-service experience.
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Evening Tsukiji Outer Market
Tsukiji
Take a short, early-evening look at the market’s illuminated streets and surrounding food culture; most individual vendors close earlier, so this is a walking experience rather than a shopping session.
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