10 Things To Do In Tokyo, Japan- Kimono Photoshoot, Seafood Feast, Shopping, And More!
After the Covid-19 pandemic, it is definitely not a surprise if Japan is one of the top destinations you look forward to visiting for your next holiday trip!
If you are beginning your trip in the buzzy city known for its shopping, entertainment, culture, and food- Tokyo, here's a list of activities you may add to your bucket list while waiting for the travel restrictions to ease!
1. Visit Sensō-ji and have a Kimono photoshoot session
Visit the oldest Buddhist temple in Tokyo, Sensō-ji, established in 628! It is a popular tourist spot for sightseeing featuring imposing gates like Kaminarimon and Hozomon, and a five-story pagoda. Then, take a stroll down Nakamise Street, filled with approximately 90 stores where you can find souvenirs, Japanese snacks, and more.
You can also immerse yourself in the classic Tokyo culture by dressing up in a Kimono and taking photos in front of the stunning gates and landmarks like the Sensō-ji temple.
Book a Kimono rental session here at KKDAY, where you can meet an expert stylist and select from a wide variety of kawaii Kimonos.
Location: 2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan
Opening Hours: Daily, 6AM to 5PM (main hall) | 24 hours (temple grounds)
2. Gaze at the stunning view of the city from Tokyo Skytree
Make a trip down to the tallest building in Japan (634 meters tall), Tokyo Skytree, located near Sensō-ji. Get to the Tembo deck and enjoy the spiraling transparent walkway at the Tembo Galleria where you can mesmerise yourself with the stunning view of Tokyo's cityscape and catch a glimpse of Mount Fuji.
Book your tickets here at Klook to enjoy the scenic view of Tokyo.
Location: 1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida City, Tokyo 131-0045, Japan
Opening Hours: Click here for more information.
3. Enjoy the spectacular view of the city from Tokyo Tower Observatory + Shopping and Dining
Tokyo Tower Observatory is another place where you can get a magnificent 360-degree view of the city at the main deck or top deck. That's not all! You can shop and dine at various restaurants on the lower floors of the tower, known as Foot Town, as you enjoy the view.
Book your tickets here at Klook to enjoy the breathtaking view, shop, and eat!
Location: 4-2-8 Shiba-koen, Minato, Tokyo 105-0011, Japan
Opening Hours: Daily, 10AM to 8PM (Last entry at 7PM)
4. Photo taking at Shibuya Crossing
Take Instagrammable photos at Tokyo's iconic landmark, Shibuya Crossing, as you have seen featured on many media or movies! It is one of the busiest crossroads, with more than 3,000 pedestrians scrambling across the road each time.
Stop for a photo in the middle to capture an aesthetic photo for your feed. Or, head to any nearby cafes facing the intersection such as Starbucks Shibuya Tsutaya and L'OCCITANE Café, to take a wide shot of the crossroad and enjoy the view with some delicious pastries and drinks.
Don't forget to spend some time exploring the area as it is a perfect place for shopping and dining! You can find SHIBUYA109, a fashion building with more than 120 shops offering all the latest clothing at a reasonable price, and Tokyu Food Show, offering a wide variety of delicious food and treats.
Location: Shibuya station (Hachiko exit)
5. Turn into a fashionista at Harajuku
Get ready to turn yourself into a fashionista at Harajuku- a lively shopping district for the youths! You can find all the latest trends and fashion in the area, from kawaii outfits to cosplay outfits to hipster outfits. You can also look forward to hypebeast clothing brands like Bape and Supreme.
Location: Meijijingumae station / Harajuku station
6. Go on a day tour in Tokyo to catch the beautiful views of the landscape and enjoy a shopping spree
Tour around Tokyo with KKDAY as they bring you on a shopping spree at Gotemba Premium Outlet, with more than 120 international brands and food options for you to shop! Then, catch the lovely view of Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi and take a leisure stroll around Oshino Hakkai, a small village in the Fuji Five Lake region, where you can enjoy the scenic view of the eight ponds with crystal clear water from Mount Fuji.
What are you waiting for? Book the day tour here at KKDAY as they bring you on a smooth guided tour around Tokyo!
7. Seafood feast at Tsukiji Market
For all seafood lovers, feast at Tsukiji Market and enjoy the freshest seafood and authentic Japanese cuisine! Even though the "inner market" moved to Toyosu in November 2018, the “outer market” is still around! You can find more than 300 shops and restaurants offering excellent sushi, fatty tuna, uni, and more.
Location: 4-16-2 Tsukiji, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0045, Japan
8. Indulge in Japanese Wagyu beef
Fill your belly with some Japanese Wagyu beef besides sushi and ramen! Enjoy it in various ways- from Yakiniku to Teppanyaki to Sukiyaki, and more. Here are some restaurants to treat your stomach with delectable Japanese Wagyu.
Find Yamagata beef from the Yamagata prefecture at this korean-style Yakiniku restaurant, Han-no-daidoku Bettei. Look forward to different cuts of meat featuring Wagyu beef ribs (¥1080), Wagyu beef loin (¥1080), Beef heart tataki (¥1,080), and more.
Location: Dogenzaka Center Building 7F, 2-29-8 Dogenzaka , Shibuya-ku ,Tokyo 150-0043, Japan
At KOBE BEEF 511, you can find the highest quality meat with an A5 grading- Kobe Beef, from Tajima Cattle in Hyogo Prefecture. Go for the Kiln-Baked Steak 7-Course menu (¥17,600), 511 Special menu (¥19,800), or ala carte menu items featuring Beef Cutlet Curry (¥1,650), Kobe Beef Kalni Jyu (¥1,800), and more.
Source: KOBE BEEF 511
Source: KOBE BEEF 511
Location: B1F Dia Plaza Akasaka, 4-3-28 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Rokkasen serves delicious Japanese beef like Matsuzaka beef and Kobe Beef (from ￥11,000). You can enjoy it in three different styles- yakiniku, shabu-shabu, and sukiyaki. They also offer an All-you-can-eat menu from￥8,250.
Location: Sun flower building, F6 & F7, 1-3-1, Nishishinjuku, Shinjiku-ku, Tokyo, Japan
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9. Drive on the street of Tokyo in a Go-Kart like Super Mario
This is an experience you would never want to miss! Explore Akihabara, Tokyo, in a go-kart with a guided tour, and dress up in fanciful cosplay costumes. As you drive down the dazzling street, snap beautiful photos of the city lited with bright lights.
Book here with Klook to enjoy a real-life Super Mario experience!
10. Treat yourself to delicious matcha desserts and drinks
Spoil yourself with toothsome matcha delights!
Drop by Suzukien Asakusa to try the authentic taste of matcha. They serve the richest Matcha Ice Cream in Japan, with the highest intensity of 7, or other flavours that include Houjicha and Genmaicha. Apart from the ice cream, they offer a wide variety of Japanese tea featuring Sencha and Hōjicha.
Location: 3-4-3 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo, Japan
You can also indulge in delicious matcha mochi, drinks, and confectionaries made with exquisite Uji tea- grown in Uji at Ujicha Gion Tsujiri.
Source: Ujicha Gion Tsujiri
Source: Ujicha Gion Tsujiri
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