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When it comes to Tokyo trip, It’s difficult to make a plan unless you have comprehensive knowledge of Tokyo. So, I made a recommended route focusing on six remarkable spots for those who are never finishing up to make an itinerary for Tokyo trip. Please use the following plan!
Tokyo Station
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Tokyo satiation opened in 1914. In 2012, the station building was restored based on the original blueprints and photos from early 1900s. Within the building, there are variety of services provided such as hotels, galleries, travel service counters, foreign money exchange counters and so forth. Don’t forget to check out Imperial Palace, standing on the former site of Edo Castle. The outer area of the palace grounds can be reached in a five minute walk from Tokyo Station and be seen freely.
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Tokyo Tower
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Tokyo Tower was the country's tallest structure from its completion in 1958 until 2012 when it was surpassed by the Tokyo Sky tree. In addition to being a popular tourist spot, Tokyo Tower has a role of broadcast antenna.
The tower's main observatory at 150 meters is reached via elevator or a 600-step staircase (both paid). The observatory offers a breathtaking view of the city. There are also some "look down windows" in the floor to stand on, a souvenir shop and a cafe where visitors can enjoy refreshments.
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Asakusa
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100 meter walk from no.1 exit of Asakusa Station, giant temple gate ‘Kaminarimon’ leading to Nakamise-dori (Classic Shopping Street) is waiting. Enjoy the Edo era’s atmosphere which makes you feel as if you traveled back in time. Passing through the busy street, you’ll reach Sensoji Temple which is Tokyo’s oldest temple. As a centerpiece of the Shitamachi culture. (Business hours: 6:30 - 17:00)
As another prominent spot in Asakusa, please do check the Japan’s oldest amusement park ‘Asakusa Hanayashiki’ with a history of more than 150 years. (Business hours: 10:00 - 18:00)
Lunch Recommendation
You can buy your favorite food from a food stall while walking around the Nakamise street, or visit fancy Japanese restaurants. Check here! http://www.tokyo-ryokan.com/eating.htm
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Akihabara
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Akihabara also called ‘Akiba’ is famous for appliance shops (including Games, figurines, card games) and Maid Café and having a recognition as the center of Japan’s Otaku culture (Anime culture) The @Home Cafe, offer English speaking maids.
If you have interest in idol culture, making sure to check AKB48 Cafe and Shop. The AKB48 Café is a themed restaurant based on the popular idol group AKB48. The cafe serves food inspired by the idols. The cafe has a theater where a rotating cast of AKB members perform daily (reservations required) during scheduled performance times.
Restaurant & Shop: 11:00 to 22:00 (longer hours on Fridays, weekends and holidays)
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Harajuku
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Harajuku is no doubt the center of Japan’s most extreme teenage cultures and fashion styles.
Passing through Takeshitaguchi exit of Harajuku Station, you’ll face the crazily crawded street ‘Takeshita Street’ where various shops such as trendy clothes stores, crape stands and fast food outlets line up. There are not only these fashionable spots, but also historic place including Meiji Jingu.
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Shibuya
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Sibuya is popular shopping and entertainment area. Let’s visit tons of cutting-edge design shops. A prominent landmark of Shibuya is the large intersection in front of station’s Hachiko Exit. Check the below shopping spots.
Center Gai
The birthplace of many Japanese fashion trends, Center Gai is a busy pedestrian zone in the heart of Shibuya lined by stores. In the evenings the street is crowded with young people heading to night clubs, restaurants and bars, or just loitering around.
Shibuya 109
Hours: 10:00 to 21:00 Restaurants: 11:00 to 22:00
Shibuya 109 is a trend setting fashion complex for young women and an icon of the Shibuya district with more than one hundred boutiques on ten floors.
Other notable spots
Tokyu Hands, Shibuya Hikarie, Spain Slope, Koen Dori, Paruco, Marui, Hachiko Statue.
Dinner Recommendation
There are all sort of restaurants, fancy old restaurant, affordable chain stores.
My recommendation is Sushi Daidokoroya (寿司台所屋) Conveyor Belt Sushi Restaurant.
https://goo.gl/maps/h4JEUncYqi12 Reasonable price yet delicious!
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Departs |
Tokyo Station |
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Visits |
Tokyo Station, Tokyo Tower, Asakusa,Akihabara, Shibuya, Harajuku |
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Duration |
1Day |
Recommended Plan
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09:00 |
Tokyo Station (1 hour) |
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10:00
10:30 |
Tokyo Station (JR Yamanote Line track no.5 /160 yen) ↓ 5min Hamamatsucho Station ↓(15minute walk from Station) Tokyo Tower (1 hour) |
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11:30
12:10 |
Tokyo Tower ↓(10minute walk from Tokyo tower ) Daimon Station (Tokyo metro Toei Asakusa Line track no.2/220 yen) ↓ 14min Asakusa Station (2 hour) Lunch |
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14:10
14:25 |
Asakusa Station (Toei Asakusa Line track no.1/170 yen) ↓ 2min Asakusabashi Station (JR Sobu Line track no.1/130 yen ) ↓ 2min Akihabara Station (1.5 hour) |
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16:00
16:30 |
Akihabara Station (JR Sobu Line track no.5/160 yen) ↓16min Yoyogi Station (JR Yamanote Line track no.2/0yen) ↓ 3min Harajuku Station (2hour) |
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18:00
18:15 |
Harajuku Station (JR Yamanote Line track no.1/140yen) ↓ 3min Shibuya Station (2 hour) Dinner |
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20:15 |
Shibuya Station (JR Yamanote Line track2/ 200yen) ↓ 23min Tokyo Station |
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