See Kamakura on a day trip from Tokyo and visit rural shrines and temples
Get out of Tokyo and take in some fresh air on a trip out to Kamakura where you can see temples and a giant bronze Buddha
History, Countryside, Trains, Walks
Tokyo is a true 24-hour city, and the intensity and energy of Tokyo always makes an impression on first-time visitors.
Tokyo has it all. Culture in the form of historic temples, parks, palaces and world-class musems. Shopping for anything you can imagine - and many things you can't. Smoky izakaya eateries, michelin-starred restaurants, quirky bars and exotic nightlife. Hotels from the future and ryokan from the past, from 5-star to micropods.
You will never be bored in Tokyo, and you'll never have enough time to see it all - you won't want to sleep.
Here are some of our favourite places and things to do in Tokyo:
Get out of Tokyo and take in some fresh air on a trip out to Kamakura where you can see temples and a giant bronze Buddha
History, Countryside, Trains, Walks
Visit this excellent quirky sushi restaurant in Shibuya, Tokyo, for delicious and well-priced sushi, served over the counter or with table service
Tokyo, Shibuya, Food, Restaurants, Sushi
Enjoy amazing views of Tokyo from the 40th floor at this upmarket hotel bar, a great spot for a special celebration
Tokyo, bars with a view, nightlife, cocktails
A bustling market district - and all roads lead to the Sensō-ji Bhuddist temple
Tokyo, Market, Temple, Shops, Restaurants
Dazzle your senses in the best deli you've ever seen at Isetan Shinjuku
Tokyo, Department Stores, Shopping, Lunch, Food
Department stores in Japan can be a surprising source of great restaurant and deli food. Parco in Shibuya, Tokyo is a perfect place for lunch.
Tokyo, shopping, food
A city centre park with Japanese gardens and big open spaces
Tokyo, Parks, Gardens, Picnic
A free way to get an incredible rooftop view of Tokyo
Tokyo, skyscrapers, city view
See the world's best national rugby teams as Japan hosts the 2019 Rugby World Cup
Sport, Rugby, Tokyo, Yokohama
Sakura, or cherry blossom, is one of Japan's natural wonders. If you're visiting Japan in spring, you must find time to see these indulgent bright pink flowers which illuminate the parks and gardens of Japan
Tokyo, Hiroshima, Nature, Cherry Blossom
This 40-floor luxury hotel in Shibuya is a fabulous place to stay when visiting Tokyo, a perfect Honeymoon location
Tokyo, 5-star hotels, accomodation
Cheap eats at a backstreet izakaya in Shinjuku
Tokyo, Shinjuku, Food, Pub
Visit this hidden corner of Shinjuku and drink with the locals
Tokyo, nightlife, bars, beer
Enjoy one of Japan's Buddhist national treasures in rural Kamakura, only an hour from Tokyo and the ideal day trip
Buddhism, Tokyo, nature, hiking, Giant Buddha