Japan
Tokyo travel guide
Tokyo is less a single city than a constellation of districts, each with its own personality. The shock of arrival — the density, the order, the food everywhere — fades into rhythm by day two. Most first-time visitors over-pack their schedules; the best trips here move slowly between neighborhoods and leave room for accidental discoveries.
When to visit
Best months: Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov
Late March to early April for cherry blossoms (book hotels months ahead). October and November for clear weather and autumn foliage in Kyoto if pairing.
Avoid: Mid-June to mid-July rainy season; August is hot and humid.
Where to stay
Shibuya
central, energetic, late-night · best for first-timers, nightlife, shopping
Shinjuku
skyscrapers, izakayas, transit hub · best for business travelers, bar hopping
Asakusa
traditional, riverside, temples · best for history, budget
Ginza
upscale, polished, refined dining · best for luxury, shopping
Yanaka
old Tokyo, low-rise, quiet · best for slow travel, photography
Daikanyama / Naka-Meguro
stylish, residential, design-forward · best for repeat visitors, coffee, boutiques
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