About Tokyo
Tokyo is a city of contrasts that somehow harmonize perfectly. Serene Shinto shrines share blocks with towering neon streetscapes. Michelin-starred sushi counters sit steps from bustling ramen alleys. The world's busiest intersection, Shibuya Crossing, pulses with energy, while just minutes away, the Meiji Shrine forest offers meditative quiet. With a transit system that runs like clockwork, world-class cuisine at every price point, and a culture that prizes both innovation and tradition, Tokyo rewards every kind of traveler.
Gallery
Highlights
- 01Senso-ji Temple
- 02Shibuya Crossing
- 03Tsukiji Outer Market
- 04Meiji Shrine
- 05Akihabara Electric Town
- 06TeamLab Borderless
Location
Quick Info
Best time to visit
March–May (cherry blossoms) & October–November (autumn foliage)
- Avg Temp
- 16°C / 61°F
- Language
- Japanese
- Currency
- Yen (¥)
- Timezone
- UTC+9
Travel Tips
Get a Suica/Pasmo IC
card for seamless transit
Tipping is not customary
and can be considered rude
Many places are still
cash-only. Carry yen
Learn basic phrases
sumimasen (excuse me), arigatou (thank you)
