TOKYO | All the best things to do for FREE in Japan's capital

This is your official guide to visiting Tokyo on a Budget! The biggest struggle when it comes to travelling is trying to budget your trip, especially when it's to a famous city such as Tokyo. Luckily for you, I've experienced this struggle more than once. Now, I can help you avoid breaking YOUR budget all while ensuring that you don't miss out on the amazing sights and culture that this city has to offer. In this guide, I have explored the best FREE things to do in Tokyo by ward! I hope this helps you when planning your trip to Tokyo, and provides you with some free alternatives so that you can enjoy your trip more and stress about your budget less!

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Sumida-ku

I feel like Sumida does not get nearly enough recognition. You've definitely heard of Shibuya, Shinjuku, and Minato, but have you heard of Sumida? This ward is home to the Tokyo Skytree, and will forever be my favourite ward of Tokyo. Here is why, and here is what you can do for free in this beautiful area:

Tokyo Solamachi

- Shopping Mall -

Tokyo Solamachi

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Location: 1 Chome-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida City, Tokyo 131-0045, Japan

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This is without a doubt the best shopping complex I have ever visited in my life! It has a Disney Store, a fancy food market, anime stores, boutiques, snack shops, and a pretty rooftop!

If you're looking to do some perusing, simply explore, or find a way to spend a rainy day, this is such a fun free option! You could easily spend HOURS in this mall hopping from one cute store to another. It is so unlike Western malls, which I really appreciate. It is cozy and welcoming, and offers a taste of Japanese culture! There is even an up-scale food market in the basement level which is definitely worth checking out.

The mall is located at the base of the Tokyo Skytree and spans over several floors!

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Melissa D'Alessandro

Hi! Welcome to my travel blog :) My name is Melissa and I've been travelling the world for over a year now! During that time I have lived in Tokyo & Osaka, Japan, Budapest, Hungary, a small medieval village in Italy, and I'm now currently living in Incheon, South Korea. I have also travelled extensively through Switzerland, the Italian Dolomites, Kyoto, and Seoul. In addition to travel, I am absolutely addicted to food (mostly snacks & dessert), and I'm often eating my way through wherever I am. On my blog you can find Itineraries, guides, cafe recommendations, and everything in between! I hope you have a fun time reading my posts, and if you would like to contact me personally, please feel free to email me at the following: melissaalydalessandro@gmail.com

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