Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens

Bunkyo and Taito City area map. Some notable neighbourhoods include: Ueno, Yanaka Ginza, and Nezu. Mostly lesser known areas that have less noise and lights than the popular tourist spots. These are some good spots to check out if you are uneasy about crowds! Ueno can get a bit busy but its much quieter than Shinjuku or Shibuya.

From iconic spots to hidden gems, this ultimate guide is written with 18 years of experience exploring Japan—packed with my personal tips and recommendations to help you make the most of Tokyo’s breathtaking hanami season!

10 action-packed days and evenings including all the must-see locations and some hidden gems in Kyoto and Tokyo. 3 days in Kyoto and 7 in Tokyo (and an optional extra day trip to Osaka). 🇯🇵 This guide contains daily itineraries to immerse you in Japanese culture and food, combining bustling big city life with serene nature exploration and tradition. 🗼🏞️ With the risk of tooting my own horn, this 7 day plan for Tokyo is one of the best ones out there if you want to make the most out of a weeks trip. All the areas you want to visit but with enough rest to make you last a week in this chaotic and amazing city. The guide also include the best tips and tricks for first time visitors to Japan. 🗾