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Breakfast Komeda’s Coffee Asakusa Kaminarimon
Asakusa
Start your Tokyo trip with a safe, cozy Japanese-style breakfast of toast, eggs, and coffee at this popular cafe chain right by Kaminarimon Gate.
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Morning Senso-ji Temple
Asakusa
Explore Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist temple, its main hall, pagoda, and the bustling Nakamise Shopping Street leading up to the complex.
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Lunch Asakusa Kagetsudo Honten
Asakusa
Taste the famous melon pan and light lunch snacks at this long‑standing bakery just off Nakamise Street.
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Afternoon Tokyo National Museum
Ueno
Head to Ueno Park to visit Japan’s premier museum, showcasing samurai armor, kimonos, Buddhist art, and archaeological artifacts.
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Dinner Inshotei
Ueno
Enjoy a refined kaiseki-style dinner overlooking Ueno Park, with seasonal Japanese dishes served in a tranquil setting.
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Evening Ameyoko Shopping Street
Ueno
Browse this lively open-air market street under the train tracks, filled with food stalls, cosmetic shops, and bargain clothing stores.
Sample Itinerary
14 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 Sushi Daiwa
Tsukiji
Try ultra-fresh sushi at a well-known spot near the former Tsukiji market, popular with both locals and visitors.
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Morning Tsukiji Outer Market
Tsukiji
Stroll the lanes of Tsukiji Outer Market, sampling snacks and browsing kitchenware and tea shops.
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Lunch Ginza Kyubey Honten
Ginza
Head into Ginza for an elegant sushi lunch at one of Tokyo’s most respected traditional sushi restaurants.
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Afternoon Mitsukoshi Ginza
Ginza
Explore one of Ginza’s classic department stores, from fashion floors to an impressive basement food hall.
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Dinner Ginza Lion Beer Hall Ginza 7-chome
Ginza
Enjoy classic yoshoku (Western-style Japanese) dishes and beer in Japan’s oldest beer hall, housed in a historic building.
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Evening TOKYO INTERNATIONAL FORUM
Marunouchi
Walk to this striking glass and steel conference and event complex and admire its architecture, shops, and occasional exhibitions.
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Breakfast Bills Omotesando
Omotesando
Have a Western-style breakfast with fluffy pancakes and good coffee at this stylish spot along Omotesando.
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Morning Meiji Jingu
Harajuku
Walk through the forested approach to Tokyo’s most famous Shinto shrine, dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken.
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Lunch Afuri Harajuku
Harajuku
Sample citrus-infused yuzu ramen at this trendy, compact ramen shop just off Takeshita Street.
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Afternoon Takeshita Street
Harajuku
Explore Harajuku’s iconic youth fashion street, filled with boutiques, kawaii shops, and crepe stands.
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Dinner Uobei Shibuya Dogenzaka
Shibuya
Experience high-tech conveyor-belt style sushi ordered via touch screen at this fun, budget-friendly restaurant in Shibuya.
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Evening Shibuya Scramble Crossing
Shibuya
Witness Tokyo’s most famous intersection from ground level and nearby viewpoints, surrounded by neon and crowds.
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Breakfast Marunouchi Cafe x WIRED
Marunouchi
Enjoy coffee, light breakfast plates, and a relaxed atmosphere in this stylish cafe near Tokyo Station.
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Morning Imperial Palace East Gardens
Otemachi
Walk the manicured grounds, stone walls, and remnants of Edo Castle in the tranquil East Gardens of the Imperial Palace.
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Lunch Brasserie Paul Bocuse Otemachi
Otemachi
Have a French-inspired lunch at this well-regarded brasserie inside Otemachi financial district.
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Afternoon KITTE Marunouchi
Marunouchi
Shop and browse at this mall in the former central post office building, featuring Japan-made products and a rooftop garden.
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Dinner T’s TanTan Tokyo Station
Tokyo Station
Try popular vegan ramen in Tokyo Station’s Keiyo Street restaurant zone, known for its rich broth and accessible menu.
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Evening Tokyo Station Character Street
Tokyo Station
End the day browsing themed shops dedicated to anime and character goods in the underground floors of Tokyo Station.
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Breakfast Eggs ’n Things Odaiba Tokyo
Odaiba
Enjoy Hawaiian-style pancakes and hearty breakfast plates with a view of Tokyo Bay.
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Morning DECKS Tokyo Beach
Odaiba
Wander this shopping and entertainment complex, including indoor attractions like Tokyo Joypolis and small museums.
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Lunch Aqua City Odaiba
Odaiba
Choose from many restaurants in this mall, such as ramen, Japanese curry, or international cuisine, while overlooking the bay.
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Afternoon teamLab Borderless (MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM)
Odaiba
Immerse yourself in large-scale interactive digital art installations in this popular museum, famous for its Instagram-worthy rooms.
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Dinner Gundam Side-F (DiverCity Tokyo Plaza)
Odaiba
Visit DiverCity’s dining floor after seeing the life-size Unicorn Gundam statue, choosing from tonkatsu, ramen, and other casual options.
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Evening Odaiba Seaside Park
Odaiba
Take an evening stroll along the sandy waterfront park with illuminated views of Rainbow Bridge and Tokyo Tower.
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Breakfast Tully’s Coffee Roppongi Hills
Roppongi Hills
Grab a light breakfast and coffee at this reliable chain inside Roppongi Hills.
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Morning Mori Art Museum
Roppongi Hills
Visit this contemporary art museum atop Roppongi Hills, often featuring international exhibitions.
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Lunch Honmura An
Roppongi
Enjoy hand-made soba noodles in a refined yet relaxed setting in Roppongi.
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Afternoon Tokyo Midtown
Roppongi
Walk to Tokyo Midtown to browse upscale shops, relax in Midtown Garden, or visit Suntory Museum of Art.
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Dinner Tokyo Tower
Shiba-koen
Head to Tokyo Tower and eat at one of the casual restaurants in Foot Town before or after ascending to the observatory.
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Evening Tokyo Tower Main Deck
Shiba-koen
Enjoy panoramic night views of Tokyo’s skyline from the main observation deck.
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Breakfast Doutor Coffee Shop Akihabara Ekimae
Akihabara
Start with a simple coffee and pastry at this Japanese chain right by Akihabara Station.
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Morning Yodobashi Camera Multimedia Akiba
Akihabara
Explore multiple floors of electronics, cameras, toys, and hobby goods in this flagship store.
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Lunch Gyukatsu Motomura Akihabara
Akihabara
Try gyukatsu (breaded, fried beef cutlet) cooked at your table on individual grills.
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Afternoon Mandarake Complex
Akihabara
Browse this multi-story shop dedicated to second-hand manga, figurines, and collectibles.
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Dinner Akihabara UDX Restaurant Area
Akihabara
Choose from multiple restaurants inside Akihabara UDX, ranging from Japanese to international cuisines.
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Evening Akihabara Electric Town
Akihabara
Walk through the neon-lit streets of Electric Town, visiting arcades and small shops into the evening.
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Breakfast Komeda’s Coffee Ryogoku Edo NOREN
Ryogoku
Have a relaxed breakfast inside Edo NOREN, a complex recreating Edo-period atmosphere near Ryogoku Station.
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Morning Edo-Tokyo Museum
Ryogoku
Learn about Tokyo’s evolution from Edo period to modern times through large-scale models and interactive exhibits.
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Lunch Yakitori Yachiyo Ryogoku
Ryogoku
Taste grilled skewers and set lunches in a neighborhood yakitori restaurant near the sumo district.
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Afternoon Ryogoku Kokugikan
Ryogoku
Visit the sumo stadium and small sumo museum in its lower level; if tournaments are on, you can see the arena atmosphere.
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Dinner Chanko Tomoegata
Ryogoku
Enjoy chanko nabe, the hearty hotpot associated with sumo wrestlers, in a traditional-style restaurant.
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Evening Sumida River Walk near Ryogoku Bridge
Ryogoku
Take a gentle evening walk along the Sumida River, enjoying illuminated bridges and city views.
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Breakfast Kayaba Coffee
Yanaka
Have breakfast in a retro kissaten-style cafe in a preserved wooden house in Yanaka.
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Morning Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street
Yanaka
Stroll along this nostalgic alley with small shops, snack stands, and neighborhood atmosphere.
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Lunch Hantei
Yanaka
Enjoy traditional kushiage (deep-fried skewers) in a historic wooden building overlooking the street.
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Afternoon Nezu Shrine
Nezu
Visit this picturesque Shinto shrine known for its azalea garden and rows of vermilion torii gates.
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Dinner Café Nekoemon
Yanaka
Return toward Yanaka for a light dinner or dessert at this cat-themed cafe known for cute sweets.
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Evening Yanaka Cemetery Park Walk
Yanaka
Take a short, reflective walk along the main paths of Yanaka Cemetery, known for its large trees and calm ambiance.
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Breakfast Sarabeth’s Lumine Shinjuku
Shinjuku
Enjoy New York-style brunch dishes like pancakes and eggs Benedict in a bright restaurant inside Lumine Shinjuku.
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Morning Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
Shinjuku
Relax in one of Tokyo’s largest parks, featuring Japanese, English, and French formal gardens.
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Lunch Menya Musashi Shinjuku Honten
Shinjuku
Taste one of Tokyo’s well-known ramen shops featuring rich broth and thick noodles.
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Afternoon BIC CAMERA Shinjuku Nishiguchi
Shinjuku
Shop for electronics, cosmetics, and travel goods in this multi-floor retail store near Shinjuku Station.
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Dinner Nabezo Shinjuku 3-Chome
Shinjuku
Enjoy all-you-can-eat shabu-shabu or sukiyaki in this popular chain restaurant.
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Evening Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Observation Deck
Nishi-Shinjuku
Take in free night views of Tokyo from the observatories in this government building.
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Breakfast Excelsior Caffé Ikebukuro Sunshine-dori
Ikebukuro
Begin with coffee and a light pastry at this chain café along Sunshine Street in Ikebukuro.
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Morning Sunshine City
Ikebukuro
Explore this large complex featuring shops, Sunshine Aquarium, and indoor theme attractions.
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Lunch Mutekiya
Ikebukuro
Eat rich tonkotsu ramen at one of Ikebukuro’s most famous ramen shops.
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Afternoon Animate Ikebukuro Main Store
Ikebukuro
Browse multiple floors of anime goods, manga, and character merchandise at this flagship store.
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Dinner Torikizoku Ikebukuro Sunshine-dori
Ikebukuro
Enjoy affordable yakitori and small plates at this popular izakaya chain.
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Evening Ikebukuro PARCO
Ikebukuro
Finish the day with shopping at this department store complex attached to Ikebukuro Station, featuring fashion and lifestyle brands.
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Breakfast Starbucks Coffee Kichijoji Station
Kichijoji
Grab a simple, familiar breakfast and coffee inside or just outside Kichijoji Station.
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Morning Inokashira Park
Kichijoji
Walk around this scenic park with a central pond, small shrine, and tree-lined paths.
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Lunch Ghibli Museum Mitaka
Mitaka
Visit the whimsical museum dedicated to Studio Ghibli films; you can enjoy light snacks and drinks at the Straw Hat Café.
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Afternoon Kichijoji SUNROAD Shopping Arcade
Kichijoji
Return to Kichijoji to shop along this covered arcade filled with clothing shops, cafes, and household goods.
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Dinner Ootoya Kichijoji North Exit
Kichijoji
Have a set-meal dinner of grilled fish, chicken, or vegetable dishes at this reliable teishoku chain.
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Evening Harmonica Yokocho
Kichijoji
Explore this narrow alley of tiny bars and eateries for atmosphere; choose a quiet dessert or tea spot rather than heavy drinking bars.
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Breakfast Flamingo Shimokitazawa
Shimokitazawa
Have a light breakfast or brunch-style meal in this stylish café vintage shop combo.
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Morning Shimokitazawa Shopping Streets
Shimokitazawa
Browse thrift shops, record stores, and small boutiques in this bohemian neighborhood.
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Lunch Shingo 2
Shimokitazawa
Enjoy Japanese curry and casual dishes at this local restaurant in Shimokitazawa.
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Afternoon Village Vanguard Shimokitazawa
Shimokitazawa
Visit this quirky bookstore and goods shop filled with pop culture items and unusual gifts.
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Dinner Capricorn Shimokitazawa
Shimokitazawa
Have a relaxed Italian-style dinner with pasta and small plates at this cozy restaurant.
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Evening Shimokitazawa Cage
Shimokitazawa
Check out this community event space that often hosts markets, live music, or pop-up food stalls.
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Breakfast Blue Bottle Coffee Shinjuku Cafe
Shinjuku
Enjoy specialty coffee and a light pastry in this minimalist café inside Shinjuku.
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Morning Don Quijote Shinjuku
Shinjuku
Browse this discount store for last-minute souvenirs, cosmetics, snacks, and quirky gifts.
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Lunch Isetan Shinjuku Main Store
Shinjuku
Head to Isetan’s depachika (basement food hall) for an array of bento, sushi, and sweets for a self-made lunch.
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Afternoon Tokyu Hands Shinjuku
Shinjuku
Shop for stationery, travel accessories, and unique home goods at this Japanese lifestyle store.
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Dinner Tonkatsu Wako Shinjuku LUMINE
Shinjuku
Enjoy crispy tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet) dinner with cabbage and rice at this reliable chain inside Lumine.
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Evening Shinjuku Southern Terrace
Shinjuku
Take a gentle stroll along Southern Terrace, enjoying illuminated trees and views of the station area.
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