The Ultimate TOKYO Trip Planning Guide: Insider tips from a travel expert!

I'm going to show you how you can plan your perfect Tokyo trip like a pro it's the world's largest city countless sites contrasting areas where Modern and tradition meets following these five easy steps will help you plan your trip effectively but before we get into the video please remember to like and consider subscribing your support will help the channel grow and help me continue making more helpful content so get your pens and paper out and let's start building an itinerary feel free to pause rewind or rewatch as many times as you need step one where will you base yourself where will you visit I'm going to be honest this is a city that you might need to return to as there so many areas choose where you're going to be staying and familiarize yourself with the different areas allocating either a full day of exploration to each or visiting 1 in the morning and other in the afternoon into the evening I've put these into a good order of distance which will Aid your final itinerary if you want to use it Tokyo Station area the heart of Tokyo's Travel network and a stunning example of mixed architectural Styles whilst the area surrounding the station is a financial and business district with a selection of shopping dining and hotels it's also a stepping stone into exploring other parts of Tokyo with its easy access to many train and Subway Lanes Ginza Tokyo's most famous upscale shopping dining and Entertainment District where luxury Brands art galleries and sophisticated nightlife can be found akiabara known as electric town the goto district for electronics anime manga arcades and video games featuring countless shops made cafes and bars weno a cultural and historical Haven famous for its Park museums and panda in the zoo breathtaking cherry blossoms in the spring and amoko market a lively Street Market that offers a variety of goods from fresh food to clothing and cosmetics underneath the train tracks Asaka home to the famous seni temple is one of Tokyo's most traditional districts offering a glimpse into Old Tokyo with the nakamori shopping street leading to the temple lined with stores selling traditional goods and souvenirs prop bongi has nightlife art museums and is a hub for experts and popular for its vibrant club scene Shibuya known for its iconic shib are crossing this area is a hub for fashion dining nightlife and is one of the most photographed spots in Tokyo Harajuku Tokyo's youth culture Hub known for its vibrant street art unique fashion boutiques and the pedestrianized takesita street filled with trendy shops cafes and rainbow cheese Shinjuku possibly the best known District R famous for its towering skyscrapers Shinjuku station the world's busiest railro Station Shopping entertainment neon lights nighlife and kucho odba a futuristic entertainment and shopping district on a man-made Island in Tokyo bay known for its Rainbow Bridge giant gandam statue and diverse attractions like museums indoor theme parks and malls in addition to these you might also want to check out some other popular areas many tourists choose as a base such as kabukuru akasaka shimo kazawa nakur and kii actually I have a video on how to choose the best location and hotel for you check that one out for even more tips step two choose your best view Tokyo is home to several iconic observation Decks that offer breathtaking views and my tip is to visit one of them on day one either at the start or at the end of your day so that you can get a sense of just how large the city is the view of Tokyo will really be inspirational you don't need to do them all or you can skip this step all together UL Ely it's up to you so Tokyo Sky Tree is very near asakasa it's the tallest tower in Japan and the second tallest strcture in the world tokko Sky Tree offers and match panoramic views of Tokyo and on clear days Mount Fuji it features two observation decks at 350 M and 450 M and my tip for a less crowded experience consider visiting early in the morning or buy tickets in advance Tokyo Tower perfect to include if you're visiting or based in rongi why is it worth it well well it's inspired by the Eiffel Tower offers a nostalgic charm distinct from other modern observation decks and offers great views of the City and Tokyo Tower has a romantic feel especially at night when it's beautifully lit and my tip here is that the base of the toky tower hosts various attractions and restaurants that you might want to also check out rongi Hills Mori Tower as the name States perfect if you're based or visiting rongi or akasaka area the Mori Tower in rongi Hills features an open air Sky Deck offering 300 160° views of Tokyo and my tip is that when visiting the Mori Art Museum as part of your trip it often includes access to the observation deck and the Sky Deck is particularly impressive at Sunset and during the evening when Tokyo lights up sha Sky perfect while she visit Shibuya or if you're staying nearby the new kid on the Block Shibuya Sky also provides an open air experience with standing views over one of Tokyo's busiest and most iconic districts you can see landmarks such as the Sha Crossing from above might tip sunsets here are epic the official website will tell you when Sunset is Advanced tickets are a must if you don't want to be disappointed Tokyo Metropolitan government building is located in shuku and it's worth visiting because it's free at 22 M High it provides sweeping views of Tokyo and on a clear day Mount Fuji and my tip since admission is free it can get crowded so early or later visits will help you avoid large groups and here are two bonus lesser known observation deck you might want to check out if you happen to be in the area and that's a carrot Tower it's situated in sangaya it's also free so visit if you're in the area and the Fuji TV Building observation deck it's located in Oda is perfect if you visit the area and offers a different perspective of Tokyo if you've been following my channel for some time then you know how much I stress the need to book activities and tickets in advance so that you don't miss out and I'm so proud to finally say that if you book with cluke the leading ja Japan ticketing specialist via my new affiliate link or by using the QR code it's perfect for your Japan Rail passes attraction tickets and tours at the best prices and what I love the most is how comprehensive the information on the website is for their Japan offerings I'll receive a small commission at no additional cost to you and you'll receive the tickets that you are likely going to purchase anyway list it step free you've already probably got a good idea of what you want to see and where you want to go and what you might want to visit in Tokyo but this step is a must and I can't stress this enough make a list of the things you want to do in each area and a separate list of things you want to do that might not necessarily fall within any area rearrange the list in order of priority putting the things that you really don't want to miss at the top and this will really help you create an itinerary for each location that suits your needs as a rule of fam depending on the activity visiting three or four things in around 4 hours will make for a slower pace stiner and it's my recommendation on the other hand squeezing five or more sites or activities within the same time frame will lead to a more harried schedule the important thing is that you get those top three or four things done and if you happen to see them and have additional time in the area then you can continue checking out some of those other things on your list it really is a foolproof way of making sure that you don't miss out on the things that interest you the most and if you want to take things even further estimate how long you likely spend at each location including curing times aiming for a limit of 4 hours as you'll need to factor in a good hour and a half for walking stopping along the way and shopping and some additional time for lunch and dinner too adding timings will help you visualize how much time you actually have and don't make the mistake of trying to do it all stick to your list and only do additional things if you have the extra time I've made a comprehensive list of activities and recommended visit durations on my website step four trans Transportation it's what glues everything together and possibly the part of planning that a lot of people stress the most about it can make a huge difference in how your day goes get it wrong and it might lead to a stress and wasted time get it right and hopefully it will mean a more productive and seamless day but ultimately there is no right way to do this as you'll likely always be returning to your base and it will either be close to some areas or far from others either way actually knowing how to get from A to B will make it a huge difference to be a confident traveler and the key is knowing your estimated travel times and becoming familiar with roots and knowing if there are any train changes involved or alternative ways of getting there thankfully there's Google Maps for example this is how I do it once I have a clear itinerary knowing what areas I'm aiming to visit each day I like to make a list of clear travel times and routes from major stations to Major stations this step may actually make you rethink the order of your itinerary and this step is best done once you have your Tokyo hotel booked but it isn't necessary and if you know your hotel is near a hub station then you've already got part of the work sorted so let's figure out the following the closest station or stations at walking distance from your hotel the travel time between each area you are hoping to travel to and if there are any specific line changes along the way I've already done this at the start of the video when giving the overview of each major tourist area just in case you want to use that finding the station closest to your accommodation I recommend staying near your monot line if you can in Google Maps either on the web or the app simply search for your accommodation hit directions and enter the main station you are wanting to travel to you might need to switch the order around and you'll probably want to change the leave now to depart at setting a time that will work well for you you'll see a range of options and expanding the details will tell you what station or stations your base station would be and if you need to make any line changes and how much walking is involved follow your rough itinery to figure out travel times and routes between each location on your itinery to help you plan out that day use a similar approach to figure out travel times between the top three or four attactions of your list at each location these can be arranged into more suitable walking rout since you're likely going to complete them if you've planned correctly step five final touches there are a few things that you need to consider adding to your itinery remember that list of attractions or activities that didn't quite fit into one of the main areas well now is a time to fit them in figuring out if they are close to any of the hubs you'll be visiting for example team Labs planet is close to Oda and the new team labs in aabu Hills is closest to rangi therefore these might make for a good addition to your trip whilst you are in that area but you'll need to add extra travel time queue time and visit time eating into your day final thoughts and tips if you're traveling in a large group of more than four people then you'll need to plan accordingly because many restaurants in Tokyo are quite small and may not be able to accommodate large groups without prior notice therefore here are some tips to consider try to make reservations ahead of your visit if you can to accommodate everyone comfortably this is especially crucial for popular spots or if you're dining during peak hours so whilst you are on your adventure if you do see a suitable dining spot simply ask if you can make a reservation for a time remembering not to be late as they will be accommodating you you might want to consider off peak dining too as this will help you avoid the crowds and increase your chances of getting a table for a large group research restaurants known for accommodating larger groups or offering private rooms in advance these places are more likely to offer set menus or Buffet options that cater to the varied tastes and preferences of large parties alternatively just be prepared to eat in Separate Tables and don't forget that staying connected is a huge part of a successful trip to Tokyo and Japan not only for navigation or researching on the spot and posting your awesome trip photos but also in the event that you might want to translate text or need help with communication so pocket Wi-Fi or an eim will really help you unlock Japan so please consider using my affiliate Link in the video description or the QR code you'll 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Length: 13min 36sec (816 seconds)

Published: Sat Feb 10 2024