Do you always start in the capital city when you visit a new country or state? Tokyo is a microcosm of everything wonderful about Japan, making it an ideal first destination. It contains smaller neighborhoods that cater to every taste. They include the vibrant Shubiya, kawaii Harajuku, chef haven Kappabashi, and mysterious yet packed Yokocho alleys.
▬Contents of this video▬
00:00 – Intro
00:11 – Sensoji Temple
00:51 – Meiji Shrine
01:32 – Gotukuji Temple
01:53 – Imperial Palace
02:33 – National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation
03:20 – Edo-Tokyo Museum and National Tokyo Museum
04:06 – Harmonica Yokocho
04:38 – Sakurai Tea
05:09 – Shibuya Crossing
05:32 – Shinjuku Goyen National Garden
06:03 – Yayoi Kusama Museum
06:25 – Sumo
07:13 – Nakano Broadway
07:35 – Tokyo Tower
07:59 – Outro
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There’s a museum for every interest in Tokyo. Anime and manga fans will love going through Nakano Broadway and the Ghibli Museum. Miraikan is a special exhibition where you’ll feel like you’ve stepped into the future. Visitors can interact with androids and look towards the stars.
Those who are more interested in the history of the city may want to check out the Edo-Tokyo or National Tokyo Museum. Their artifacts go as far back as possible to chart Tokyo’s growth.
You may think that such a large city would be devoid of Japan’s characteristic shrines and temples, but that’s not true. Go to the popular Sensoji Temple. Visit the Meiji Shrine. Wish on a lucky cat at the Gotujiki Temple. You can even see the imperial palace where Japan’s emperors have lived for centuries.
Many of the best things to do in Tokyo are those that help to keep its traditions alive. Watch a traditional sumo match at Ryoguku Kougikan (if you can afford a ticket) or partake in a traditional tea ceremony at Sakurai Tea. Looking down on the entire city lets you take it all in. The observation decks of Tokyo Tower provide views and make you feel like an emperor of old. It’s also beautiful when lit up at night.
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Best Things to Do in Tokyo, Japan