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Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is an eclectic city, an incredible mix of imperial palaces, sanctuaries, temples, but also cutting-edge neighborhoods full of huge skyscrapers and gigantic video. Many of Tokyo's neighborhoods are like small cities, each with a different character: for example Shibuya is the district of young people, Akihabara of manga and electronics, Asakusa with its ancient temples and Ginza of luxury. Often you just need to get on the metro and get off at the next stop to see something completely different. In this guide I don't just want to give you a list of things to see but I want to guide you to discover Tokyo through its neighborhoods. By following an itinerary that is too precise you risk seeing the main attractions so quickly that you pass from one neighborhood to another without savoring the magic of the neighborhood itself. As everyone often says: "You either love Tokyo or you hate it" and there are no truer words than these. Unfortunately, Tokyo is a huge metropolis and at first glance it could give you a headache or even stun you! In this guide you will find everything you need to best organize your trip to discover the greater Tokyo.. Inside you will find: 🗓️Best Time to visit 🚊Transportations 🏨 Where to stay 🏛️What to visit ☕️cafés 🍽️restaurants 🍹cocktail bar and nightlife 🎭activities ✨unusual places 📌1,3 and 6 day itineraries. 🎒excursions around Tokyo. And lots of other information and advice that will help you better plan your stay... Happy reading!👀
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I lived there for almost two years. I moved without knowing anything about their culture. For me, Asia was very far from my reach. I didn't even take it into account then. The most complicated thing was joining a group of people there. They were very respectful to the point that not even a couple showed love for each other in the streets. On the other hand, everything was new to me, so I took advantage of every second to explore and learn more about Japan and my favorite city there: TOKYO. CURIOSITIES: If you don't have Japanese blood, you can't apply for Japanese citizenship. Did you know that Japan has the highest life expectancy rate in the world? 86 years for women and 79 for men. The longest life expectancy highest within Japan is located on the island of Okinawa. In addition, Shinjuku station in Tokyo is the busiest in the world. According to Wikipedia, 3.64 million people pass through this station daily. The station has 200 exits. The most important thing: It's not very expensive. You can eat for €7-8 and water always is free. You can find accommodation for €25-30 per person. Tokyo Metro costs €1.70 per person per journey. High-speed Shinkansen train lines are expensive (but it is the easiest way to travel around Japan). In this guide you'll find: ACTIVITIES TEMPLES BARS RESTAURANTS COFFEE SHOPS Here's a 4-day guide to exploring the best of Tokyo. Please note that this is a suggestion. You can adapt it according to your preferences and interests. DAY 1 IN THE MORNING: SHIBUYA AND HARAJUKU Shibuya Crossing: Start your day at Shibuya's famous intersection. Cross the busiest pedestrian crossing in the world and enjoy the energy of the area. *Shibuya 109 Shopping Center: For fashion shopping and current trends. *Meiji Shrine: Head to Harajuku and visit the Meiji Shrine, a haven of peace in the middle of the bustling city. AFTERNOON: TAKESHITA STREET AND OMOTESANDO *Takeshita Street: Explore the lively Takeshita Street in Harajuku, known for its extravagant shops and unique street fashion. *Omotesando: Stroll along the elegant Omotesando Avenue, full of shops designers, boutiques, and cafes. EVENING: DINNER IN SHIBUYA Dinner at Ichiran Ramen: Enjoy an authentic ramen experience at Ichiran Ramen in Shibuya. *Shibuya Sky Observatory: End the day with a panoramic night view from the Shibuya Sky Observatory. If you don't want to pay the entrance fee you can go to the bar building CE LA VI and see the free views there! Search CE LA VI on Google Maps and that's it! RECOMMENDED RESTAURANTS IN THIS AREA: The Rigoletto (Fancy restaurant) Gyukatsu Motomura (Fried wagyu cutlets) もんごろーや (Hot Pot) Flipper's (fluffy pancakes) Shibuya Eggs'nThings (Brunch) COFFEE: ANAKUMA REISSUE On Takeshita Street, you will find PET cafes (cafes that have dogs, cats, etc. and you can share with them while drinking coffee from a machine). PUBS: Ce La Vi Tasuichi Ottotto Brewery HUB DAY 2: ASAKUSA AND SUMIDA MORNING: SENSO-JI TEMPLE Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise-dori: Explore Senso-ji Temple and the colorful shopping street Nakamise-dori. Breakfast: Try a traditional Japanese breakfast in Asakusa. AFTERNOON: GARDENS AND RIVER Hamarikyu Gardens and Sumida River Cruise: Enjoy the Hamarikyu Garden and take a cruise along the Sumida River. Lunch: Eat at a restaurant along the Sumida River. EVENING: TOKYO TOWER Dinner with a View: Dinner at a restaurant in Asakusa with views of the river. *Tokyo Tower: Visit Tokyo Tower to see the city lights. RECOMMENDED RESTAURANTS IN THIS AREA: In Asakusa: *Sometaro Okonomiyaki (Okonomiyaki, a kind of Japanese pancake with ingredients of choice) *Unagi Nakamura Asakusa Honten: Specialty: Grilled Unagi (eel), one dish classic Japanese. *Sushi Zanmai Asakusa Sumidacho: Specialty: Fresh and varied sushi with a wide selection of options. In Sumida: *Yakitori Ton Ton Sumida: Specialty: Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) in a cozy atmosphere. *Sushizanmai Skytree Town Solamachi: Specialty: Sushi with stunning views of the Skytree Tower. *Shinshu Soba Komoro Sumida Skytree Town Solamachi: Specialty: Soba, buckwheat noodles, in a modern setting. PUBS: Hoppy Street (Hoppy Dori) Kamiya Bar (神⾕バー) Bar Quest Asakusa Kurawood Bar Six Sumida Aquarium Skytree View Ishibashi Bar Kaminarimon 5 Sakura Terrace Bar Roxanne Monja Street Izakaya DAY 3: EXPLORE THE UENO, SHINJUKU AND AKIHABARA AREA (ANIME) MORNING: CONNECT WITH NATURE Ueno Park and Museums: Visit Ueno Park, Ueno Zoo and the museums. Lunch: Enjoy food on Ameya-Yokocho Street. AFTERNOON: LOSE YOURSELF IN THE MANGA Akihabara: Explore the paradise of electronics and manga. Theme Cafe: Stop at a theme cafe (Maidreamin Akihabara LIVE RESTAURANT Heaven's Gate is one that I can recommend) *Try to book in advance (at least a month before the trip) Dinner: Dinner at a unique restaurant in Akihabara. There are many bars with people dressed as anime, I invite you to try some. (Another option is Sushiro which is next to Akihabara Station) *Japanese sushi that passes on a conveyor belt. EVENING: SHINJUKU ALERT!!! Shinjuku is a very large neighborhood and there are many things to do, if you stay longer days in Tokyo I recommend that you dedicate a day to this area. If you are fit of time choose what you would most like to see and do. I leave you a list of activities so you can select what you want: *Shinjuku Gyoen National Park: Enjoy nature in this beautiful park, which combines gardens. It is a quiet place to take a walk and just relax. *Kabukicho neighborhood: Explore the lively entertainment district of Kabukicho, known for its neon lights, restaurants, bars, and theaters. Be careful, as it is also known for being Tokyo's red light district. *Tokyo Metropolitan Government Observatory: Go up to the free observation deck at the Metropolitan Government building to enjoy panoramic views of the city of Tokyo. *Golden Gai: (YOU CAN'T-MISS IT) Discover the picturesque Golden Gai district, famous for its small theme bars. Each bar has its unique style and is a place fascinating to explore the local nightlife. *Shopping in Shinjuku: Make purchases in department stores like Isetan or in the district of shopping around Shinjuku station. From high-end fashion to specialized stores, you will find everything. *Robot restaurant: Experience a unique show at the famous Robot Restaurant in Shinjuku. It is a colorful and extravagant show that combines lights, music, and robots. *Omoide Yokocho (Street of Memories): (EAT OR DINNER IN ONE OF THEIR IZAKAYAS, YOU WON'T REGRET IT!) Enjoy the authentic izakaya experience on this narrow street. Full of small traditional Japanese restaurants and bars. *Shinjuku Nichome: Explore the Shinjuku Ni-chome area. *Samurai Museum: Immerse yourself in the history of the samurai by visiting this small but fascinating museum. contains a collection of armor, weapons, and art. related to Japanese warriors. *Ghibli Puppet Theater (Ghibli Museum): If you are a Studio Ghibli fan, visit their museum in Mitaka, near Shinjuku. It is a charming place full of interactive exhibits and an exclusive Studio Ghibli film. Day 4: ODAIBA AND GINZA (also known as the luxury area of ​​Tokyo) MORNING *TeamLab Planets and TeamLab Borderless and Statue of Liberty: Visit the Lab team in Odaiba (get tickets in advance) and enjoy the views from the replica of the Statue of Liberty. *Palette Town and Odaiba Seaside Park: Explore Palette Town and Odaiba Seaside Park. Lunch in Odaiba: Eat at a restaurant with sea views. AFTERNOON *Ginza: Head to the Imperial Palace. If you want to enter on a first-come, first-served basis. You must be there an hour before (the visit is at noon). Another option is to book online a month in advance (the visit is free, but you cannot enter the buildings currently they are state offices.) Gourmet Dinner: Dinner at one of the fine dining restaurants in Ginza. (Recommendation: Ginza Steak) Night Walk: Stroll through the illuminated streets of Ginza. RESTAURANTS: *Rainbow Bridge and Water Views: Aqua City Odaiba Restaurant: Features: Located in the Aqua City shopping center, this place offers a variety of restaurants with spectacular views of Tokyo Bay and the Rainbow Bridge. You can find options ranging from kitchen Japanese to international. *International Cuisine and Entertainment: Palette Town: Features: Within Palette Town, you will find a wide selection of restaurants offering international cuisine and entertainment. From themed restaurants to food options fast, there is something for everyone. *Fresh Seafood and City Views: The Garden Grill (ザガーデングリル): Features: With a view panoramic views of the city and the Rainbow Bridge, The Garden Grill offers fresh seafood and grill dishes. It is an ideal place to enjoy a quiet meal with spectacular views. OTHER BARS THAT I RECOMMEND YOU VISIT: Virtu (Ginza) The Bellwood (Shibuya) Trench Bar (Shibuya, Ebisu area) SG Club (Shibuya) Ben Fiddich (reserve, is in Shinjuku) Memento Mori (Ginza) High Five (Ginza) Gold Bar at Edition (Ginza) Albatros Bar (Shinjuku in Omoide Yokocho) ANOTHER RECOMMENDATION: FREE WALKING TOUR in Tokyo. ENJOY YOUR WALK THROUGH TOKYO! TAKE LOTS OF PHOTOS AND TEST THEIR FOODS! If you have any questions, write to me on the website or via Instagram. WEB: https://valentinamiottifor.wixsite.com/valeviaja INSTAGRAM: @valmiotti
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Japan has long held a coveted spot on our travel wishlist, a destination brimming with tantalizing sights and flavors just waiting to be explored. Over the years, our social media feeds became filled of must-visit spots and mouthwatering culinary delights, shaping our anticipation for the journey ahead. Drawing from the collective wisdom of friends who've called Japan home and our own wanderings, we meticulously crafted a comprehensive guide to this captivating country. The process was no small feat, spanning the better part of a year, with our guide taking shape alongside the anticipation of booked flights. Aware of the finite nature of our adventure, we set out to squeeze every drop of experience from our time in Japan. Yet, with the thought in mind of luggage to lug and trains to catch, it prompted us to narrow our focus to the three bustling hubs of Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto. While this guide shines a spotlight on Tokyo's wonders, be sure to peruse our other guides for a taste of what awaits in Osaka and Kyoto. This guide is an ever-changing list of hidden gems and culinary delights scattered throughout the cityscape. From bustling markets to serene temples, it's a roadmap to unforgettable experiences waiting to be discovered. Plus, we've included a day trip from Tokyo to Fuji for those seeking a taste of seeing the mysterious mountain. But that's not all. We've packed in a wealth of practical advice to enhance your journey, from navigating the hotel scene to mastering the art of queueing at popular eateries. Whether you're a high roller, a budget traveler, or somewhere in between, we've got you covered with a range of accommodation and dining options to suit every taste and wallet size. So buckle up and get ready for an adventure that's as diverse as the city itself. This guide includes: Our photos Our own edited together videos Map of Locations (Hotel, Transportation, Meals, Events) Do's and Don'ts Honorable mention places that didn't make the list (too much to see/do. We just need to go back!) Must Do's before traveling here to make your life so much easier Packing Tips
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A digital travel guide containing vegan, vegetarian, macrobiotic, organic, and gluten-free restaurants in Japan. Majority of them are located in Tokyo, but I've also included some excellent spots in Kyoto and Fukuoka. 🌟 I’ve organized each restaurant with a convenient category that explains what type of food they serve 🌟 I’ve also included links to their websites/social media. This guide contains 50 locations with many varieties of food, including: 🍰🍩 desserts 🍜🥢 ramen 🌮🍔 international cuisine 🍛🍱 Japanese food ☕️🥪 cafes and bakeries 💖💰 higher end restaurants for a special meal 📌 This guide also includes a zero-waste Guesthouse that has an earth-friendly plant-based café and bar, that sells by weight, without trash. 💕✨ I've also created a FREE vegan and vegetarian Japanese word and phrase list to help you navigate Japan, so you can just show people your phone, and point. I’ve also including a handy Gluten Free phrase and help guide, too. My hope is that even if you don't purchase my guide, these free phrase lists will at least help you! ✨ ☆︶︶︶︶☆ ︶︶︶︶☆ Helpful Terms for Vegan and Vegetarian travellers: The more commonly used terms: vegetarian: ベジタリアン (beh-ji-tarian) vegan: ヴィーガン (vui-gan) OR ビーガン (bee-gan) The more traditional terms: Buddhist vegan: 完全菜食主義者 (kanzen saishoku shugisha) vegetarian 菜食主義者 (saishoku shugisha) ☆︶︶︶︶☆ ︶︶︶︶☆ NOTE: Even if you’re vegan, it’s good to start with this phrase, “beh-ji-tarian des” (I’m vegetarian) since it is already rare to be a vegetarian in Japan. Saying you’re vegan will go over many people's heads, so if they say that they "can’t serve a vegetarian", they definitely can not serve a vegan. Some helpful phrases you can keep handy on your phone: I don’t eat meat, seafood, eggs and dairy products 肉とシーフードと卵と乳製品を食べません (o-niku, shifudo, tamago, to nyūseihin wo tabemasen) I don’t eat pork 豚肉を食べません (buta niku wo tabemasen) I don’t eat chicken 鶏肉を食べません (tori niku wo tabemasen) I don’t eat fish stock 魚のだしを食べません (sakana no dashi wo tabemasen) I don’t eat eggs 卵を食べません (tamago wo tabemasen) I don’t eat cheese チーズを食べません (chizu wo tabemasen) ☆︶︶︶︶☆ ︶︶︶︶☆ How to express having an allergy: I am allergic to shrimp エビのアレルギーがあります (ebi no arerugi ga arimasu) For example: I am allergic to _____________________ _____________________ の アレルギーがあります _____________________ no arerugi ga arimasu ☆︶︶︶︶☆ ︶︶︶︶☆ GLUTEN FREE TIPS: Many Japanese dishes contain soy sauce and/or miso, and most of them contain gluten. I am allergic to wheat 小麦アレルギーです (Komugi arerugi desu) 麩 質 Fushitsu is the Japanese word for gluten グ ル テ ン sometimes it is written in Katakana, as “gu-ru-ten” Things to avoid: 小麦, 小麦 粉 Komugi is wheat, komugiko is wheat flour. 麦 Mugi is barley, usually in mugicha, barley tea. Or rye, called rye-mugi (ライ麦). 醤 油 Shoyu, or soy sauce 味噌 Miso paste 水 飴 Mizuame, or malt syrup, and barley malt syrup are in many sweets Helpful Phrases: I cannot eat food that contains gluten. So I cannot eat anything made with wheat, rye or barley. That means that I cannot eat soy sauce which contains wheat, or miso that contains wheat. 私はグルテンを含む食品が食べられません。小麦・大麦・ライ麦が使われているものは全部です。そのため、小麦を原料としている醤油や味噌もいっさい口にできません。 I have a serious disease called celiac disease, so that I cannot eat food that contains gluten. I cannot eat anything made with wheat, rye, or barley. I cannot eat soy sauce which contains wheat or miso that contains wheat. 私は、グルテンの摂取によって発症する「セアリック病」という深刻な病気をもっています。そのため、小麦・大麦・ライ麦が使われている食品は食べられません。小麦を原料としている醤油や味噌もいっさい口にできません。 Does this contain wheat? これは小麦を使っていますか。 Does this contain barley? これは大麦を使っていますか。 Does this contain soy sauce? これは醤油を使っていますか。 When you go to a chicken grilling shop, they can dip it in a sauce which contains soy sauce, but you can ask them to do the salt sprinkled version instead: Can you do shio-yaki (salt-flavored)? 塩だけで焼いてもらえますか。
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Welcome, I will be your ultimate guide to discovering the best of Japan for first-time travelers. As an experienced traveler who has visited Japan numerous times, I am excited to share my insider knowledge and expert tips with you to help you plan an unforgettable trip to this fascinating country. Japan is a unique blend of old traditions and modern technology, with a vibrant culture, stunning natural landscapes, and delicious cuisine. Whether you're looking to immerse yourself in the hustle and bustle of Tokyo, explore the ancient temples of Kyoto, or soak in a hot spring in Hakone, I got you covered. From must-see attractions to hidden gems, we will provide you with all the information you need to make the most of your time in Japan. So pack your bags and get ready for an adventure of a lifetime. For even more in-depth guides, insider tips on hidden gems, local experiences, and where to find the best food be sure to check out my other guides, or contact me for personalized travel guides. If you like my guide and want to support me be sure to; share my guide w/ friends, check out my other guides, and save this guide! Also please book hotels through the link in this guide, to give me credit (it's free for you) If you want to hire me personally click on the pink text "Available for hire"
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