5 Days in Tokyo
Neon nights, serene shrines, and the world's best food scene
Quick Facts
Language
Japanese
Currency
Japanese Yen (JPY)
Plug Type
Type A / B
Time Zone
GMT+9
Best time to visit: March-May (cherry blossoms) or October-November (autumn leaves)
Budget Breakdown (per day)
Backpacker
$80 / day
Hostels, street food, public transport
Mid-Range
$180 / day
3-star hotels, restaurants, some tours
Luxury
$450 / day
5-star hotels, fine dining, private tours
Can't-Miss Highlights
Sample 5-Day Itinerary
A day-by-day starting plan — customize it to your pace and interests with the app.
Arrival & Asakusa
Check into hotel (Shibuya/Shinjuku)
Drop bags, refresh, head out.
accommodationSenso-ji Temple
Tokyo's oldest temple, gorgeous in late afternoon light.
cultureNakamise Shopping Street
Traditional snacks and souvenirs lining the temple approach.
shoppingIzakaya dinner in Shibuya
Small plates, sake, neighborhood atmosphere.
foodShinjuku & Harajuku
Tsukiji Outer Market breakfast
Fresh sushi and tamago straight from the vendors.
foodMeiji Shrine
Forest walk in the heart of the city.
cultureTakeshita Street lunch
Crepes, pancakes, and Harajuku people-watching.
foodOmotesando architecture walk
Tokyo's Champs-Élysées lined with flagship stores.
sightseeingShibuya Crossing & Sky observation deck
The world's busiest intersection from above.
sightseeingTradition & tech
Imperial Palace gardens
Peaceful morning walk in central Tokyo.
natureAkihabara electronics district
Gaming, anime, and tech paradise.
shoppingRamen lunch at Ichiran
Iconic solo-dining ramen experience.
foodteamLab Planets digital art museum
Immersive light installations — book tickets in advance.
cultureGolden Gai bar-hopping
200+ tiny bars packed into six narrow alleys.
nightlifeDay trip to Nikko or Kamakura
Train to Kamakura (1hr)
Seaside temple town, easy from Tokyo Station.
transportKotoku-in (Great Buddha)
Giant 13th-century bronze Buddha statue.
cultureKomachi-dori lunch
Grab lunch and snacks along the main shopping street.
foodHase-dera Temple
Hillside temple with ocean views.
cultureReturn to Tokyo, dinner in Shinjuku
Yakitori alley (Omoide Yokocho) is perfect.
foodTsukiji, Ginza & departure
Final sushi breakfast at Tsukiji
Skip the Inner Market auction — Outer is better for visitors.
foodGinza shopping and architecture
Luxury flagships and unique department stores.
shoppingLunch in Ginza alleys
Tempura, soba, or a quick kaiseki set menu.
foodHead to Narita/Haneda
Narita Express or Limousine Bus depending on airport.
transportLocal Tips
Get a Suica or Pasmo IC card immediately — works on trains, buses, and convenience stores.
Download Google Maps offline maps; some subway lines are confusing in English.
Cash is still king at smaller restaurants — have 10,000 yen minimum on you.
Most restaurants don't accept reservations for under 4 people; show up early.
Tipping is not customary — it can actually offend.
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