Tokyo, Japan

Tokyo

Thirteen wards that each read as their own city. Trains make the whole of it reachable, Kyoto is two hours away on the Shinkansen, and the food is the reason most people come back.

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Getting there

Gateway airport: HND
From the airport: Haneda (HND), closest to central Tokyo

Fly to Haneda (HND), which is 15–30 minutes from central Tokyo by train or cab. Haneda is the newer, closer airport and is preferable to Narita (which is an hour further). The metro reaches most of Tokyo; a car is unnecessary.

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When to go

Spring (March–May, cherry blossom season) and autumn (October–November, fall colors) are pleasant and popular—book ahead. Summer (June–August) is hot and humid. Winter (December–February) is dry and cool, fewer tourists, but quieter. Golden Week (late April) and New Year are crowded and prices rise.

Getting around

The train and metro system is unparalleled—frequent, clean, and reaches everywhere. Walking is the main pleasure in each neighborhood. The Shinkansen (bullet train) reaches Kyoto in 2 hours and Mount Fuji in 90 minutes, making day trips easy. Buses are another option but trains are faster.

Neighborhoods and areas

Shibuya: Busy commercial hub with the famous Crossing, shopping, nightlife. Most touristy.
Shinjuku: Neon district with red-light areas, gaming arcades, restaurants, and energy. Very busy.
Asakusa: Historic temple district with Senso-ji shrine, local shops, and a more traditional feel.
Harajuku: Fashion and youth culture hub; walk the shopping streets and Meiji Shrine.

Good to know

Japanese is the main language, but signs are bilingual in most areas. English is less common in small shops and restaurants, but translation apps help.
Cash is still common; not all small shops or restaurants accept cards. ATMs at convenience stores (7-11, Lawson) accept foreign cards.
Train etiquette matters: no phone calls, no eating on local trains, give up seats for the elderly.
Pocket wifi (rental device for constant internet) is cheap and common; reserve before arrival.
Accommodation is pricy; book early. Trains run until midnight; plan late-night returns accordingly.

Suits you if

You want to experience 13 neighborhoods as different cities, all reachable by train.
You're a food traveler—the dining scene is the main draw for most return visitors.
You're planning 5–7 days and want day trips (Kyoto, Nikko, Mount Fuji, Kamakura) without internal flights.

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