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Tokyo, Japan

Tokyo

Japan · East Asia

The world's best food city, and cheaper day-to-day than travellers expect.

Food
Culture
Nightlife
Shopping
Solo
Couples

Overview

Tokyo blends neon districts with quiet shrines and immaculate transport. Food is exceptional at every price level and daily costs are lower than most Western capitals.

Best time to visit

Late March–April (cherry blossom) and October–November.

Neighbourhoods

  • Shinjuku — Transport hub, nightlife.
  • Asakusa — Traditional, cheaper hotels.
  • Shibuya — Shopping and youth culture.

Hotels

Where to stay

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Best Value

The Harbour House Tokyo

Central Tokyo · 0.8 km from city centre

4.6(1,284)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Breakfast
Airport shuttle

Free cancellation up to 48h (sample policy)

Estimated per night

$140

≈ $980 for 7 nights

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Budget

Tokyo Budget Stay

Downtown Tokyo · 1.6 km from city centre

4.1(642)
Free Wi-Fi
24h desk
Air conditioning

Non-refundable rate (sample policy)

Estimated per night

$77

≈ $539 for 7 nights

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Luxury

Grand Meridian Tokyo

Waterfront, Tokyo · 2.2 km from city centre

4.9(2,310)
Spa
Rooftop pool
Fine dining
Club lounge

Free cancellation up to 7 days (sample policy)

Estimated per night

$364

≈ $2,548 for 7 nights

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Best Rated

Casa Lumen Tokyo

Old Town, Tokyo · 0.4 km from city centre

4.8(908)
Boutique rooms
Courtyard
Breakfast
Concierge

Free cancellation up to 24h (sample policy)

Estimated per night

$196

≈ $1,372 for 7 nights

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Best Location

Tokyo Station Suites

Transit district, Tokyo · 0.2 km from main station

4.4(1,521)
Kitchenette
Laundry
Free Wi-Fi
Workspace

Free cancellation up to 48h (sample policy)

Estimated per night

$147

≈ $1,029 for 7 nights

Things to do

What to do in Tokyo

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Food
4.8

Tsukiji Outer Market Food Tour

Tamagoyaki, uni, tuna and knife shops with a guide.

  • 📍 Tsukiji
  • ⏱ 3 hours
  • 👥 Food travellers
Estimated price

$78 pp

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Nightlife
4.7

Shibuya & Shinjuku Night Walk

Golden Gai alleys, izakaya stops and the scramble crossing.

  • 📍 Shibuya
  • ⏱ 3.5 hours
  • 👥 Solo travellers, couples
Estimated price

$65 pp

Restaurants

Where to eat

Budget Friendly

Ichiran Shibuya

Ramen · $ · Shibuya

4.4

Solo-booth tonkotsu ramen.

Try: Tonkotsu ramen

Fine Dining

Sushi Saito style counters

Sushi · $$$$ · Minato

4.9

Reservation-only omakase counters.

Try: Omakase

Transportation

  • A Suica/Pasmo IC card covers metro, JR and convenience stores.
  • Narita Express or Skyliner reaches central Tokyo in about an hour (~$25, estimated).

Travel tips

  • Carry some cash; small restaurants still refuse cards.
  • Trains stop around midnight — plan the last ride or budget for a taxi.

Suggested itinerary

2 days in Tokyo

Use this as a starting point — the trip planner turns it into an editable day-by-day plan.

Day 1

$110 est. spend

MorningArrival, Skyliner into the city

AfternoonAsakusa and Senso-ji

EveningIzakaya dinner

Day 2

$165 est. spend

MorningTsukiji food tour

AfternoonGinza and teamLab

EveningShibuya night walk

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