Itinerary: 5 Days In Tokyo For First Time Solo

by Rosy
May 07, 07:43
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Duration 5.0 days
Estimated cost 635.77 USD
Total travel distance 200.0 km
Number of places 18 places
Intensity Moderate
Personal interests Temple Cultural Observation Deck Shopping People watching (street) People watching
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DAY 1 - ITINERARY 4 places

10:00

Asakusa Shrine Detail Map

Asakusa Shrine 2-3-１ Asakusa Taito, Tokyo 111-0032 Japan

Asakusa-jinja was built in honour of the brothers who discovered the Kannon statue that inspired the construction of Sensō-ji. The current building is a rare example of early-Edo architecture.

The area also contains the very impressive 'Sensoji Temple' which is an ancient Buddhist temple.
Once you pass the gate there are a bunch of shops where you can buy trinkets, doo-dads, and other souvenirs.
The street hawkers selling the traditional food and merchandize.
The food is not very cheap.
There's a beautiful gate right off of the street when you arrive and it's a great spot to snap some pictures
Only found one English sign (inside on a pillar) to explain the history of the shrine but it was quite useful.
You should go early because it may be crowed in the street and the Shrine.
You should try some delicious sake and snacks in a side street restaurant nearby.
This area is also a great spot to catch a glimpse of the Tokyo SkyTree

Pickup a taxi

12.04 USD

10 mins

3.18 km

13:00

Akihabara Detail Map

Taito, Tokyo 110-0006 Japan

Akihabara, also called Akiba after a former local shrine, is a district in central Tokyo that is famous for its many electronics shops.

You can buy any anime, gadgets you want in the lowest price and tax-free!
Akihabara is very nice spot to walk around in the evening.
Prices of electronic items ie laptops, cameras, lenses, cameras accessories are so much cheaper than buying elsewhere since they are manufactured in Japan (esp Canon)
Lots of toy shops and Anime shops of all kinds
A very good place to find and buy artbooks since it seems a lot cheaper compared to anywhere else in tokyo and in other part of the world.

Pickup a taxi

29.74 USD

15 mins

9.9 km

16:00

Tokyo Tower Detail Map

Tokyo Tower 4 Chome-2-8 Shibakoen Minato, Tokyo 105-0011 8.00 USD

Tokyo Tower (東京タワー Tōkyō tawā?) is a communications and observation tower located in the Shiba-koen district of Minato, Tokyo, Japan.

The languages used at the tower are Japanese, China and English.
During intimate weather they will close off the top area.
Keep yourself warm at sky deck area especial in the evening.
They offer medical service.
There is a changing area and nursing room. There are baby safety seats. The main observatory has a cafe and there was a live band playing.
You should not smoke inside the observation desk. You should not speak too loudly. Make sure that your children not run around or make noise.

Pickup a taxi

9.09 USD

10 mins

2.18 km

18:00

Roppongi Detail Map

Roppongi, Minato, Tokyo 106-0032, Japan

Roppongi is a district of Minato, Tokyo, Japan, famous as home to the rich Roppongi Hills area and an active night club scene. Many foreign embassies are located in Roppongi, and the night life is popular with locals and foreigners alike.

Good place to stay for vacation if you are coming together as a couple with lots of cash :)
You can find very good food and nice shops there
You can work for hours and hours to shop but mainly upscale places and lots of restaurants and bars, popular for the nightlife and bars.
There are also a ton of restaurants, shops and convenience stores everywhere.
If you like to be in a busy and exciting place then this is the place to come.
At night it is lit up and very exciting.

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DAY 2 - ITINERARY 4 places

10:00

The Tsukiji Market Detail Map

5-2-1 Tsukiji, Chuo, Tokyo Prefecture 104-0045, Japan

Tsukiji Market (築地市場, Tsukiji Shijō) is a Tokyo Central Wholesale Market handled 787,782 tons (2,888 tons a day) of marine products, 748 billion yen (2.8 billion yen a day) total in 1993.

Individual buyers and tourists are only allowed to buy fish after 9am
Don't forget to bring camera.
It's closed on Sundays, national holidays and some Wednesdays
You should wear comfortable shoes when visiting the market.
Don't obstruct traffic inside the market. You are not allowed to smoke or touch anything in the market.

Pickup a taxi

38.59 USD

20 mins

12.0 km

13:00

Ikebukuro Station Detail Map

南池袋１丁目２８−１, Toshima

Ikebukuro Station is located at 南池袋１丁目２８−１, Toshima, Tokyo, Japan

Trolling in Ikebukuro area for people watching and culture experience
You can find several shops, restaurants, and enormous department stores
It is a area transport hub and a busy Japanese shopping mecca.

Pickup a taxi

32.69 USD

20 mins

10.87 km

15:00

Ginza Detail Map

Ginza, Chuo, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan

Ginza is the birthplace for Tokyo's department stores, and it's still the center for high-end shopping. Whether you are actually shopping or just browsing, with all the stores.

A visit is most pleasant on weekend afternoons when the central Chuo Dori street is closed to automobile traffic and become a large pedestrian zone. The road closure takes place from 12:00 to 17:00 (until 18:00 from April through September).
There are very few bargains with the majority of items having tenfold markup. Many items may also be found online at seriously reduced prices in comparison to those found on the strip.
If you are on a budget, head to Uniqlo. It has 12 floors and also the cashier on 2nd floor is tax free. Just bring your passport.
For tourists, do remember to get your tax refund done. Consumption tax is at 8%. Some places charge a 1.1% processing fee while others don't.
If you are looking for brands: Chanel, Burberry, etc. This is the place to go. Most of the branded flagship stores are along this one stretch.

Pickup a taxi

41.54 USD

20 mins

13.9 km

19:30

Shinjuku Detail Map

Shinjuku, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

Shinjuku (新宿) is a central ward of Tokyo, known as the metropolis' second center (副都心, fukutoshin). The area surrounding Shinjuku Station is a huge business, commercial, and entertainment center located atop the world's busiest railway station complex.

It's so crowded so don't forget to pay attention to your personal belongings.
You always need to awake to not be attracted by thousands of items which can make your budget out.
If you are confused by the train station map. Ask the train staff so that they can give you direction.
To save time, it's better to pick out some of attraction in within short direction.