Tourist Attractions
Ueno Park »
Tokyo has no shortage of leafy green spaces. Ueno Park is just one such space, although come spring it explodes into a riot of colour as thousands of visitors descend on the park to celebrate cherry blossom season. This spacious public park is also home to the popular Ueno Zoo,... more »
Kabukicho »
Most visitors think of bright lights when they come to this big city, and they don't get much brighter than Kabukicho. Variously renowned for being Tokyo's premier entertainment precinct and a ragged-around-the-edges red-light district, Kabukicho is perched amidst the frenetic activity of Shinjuku and is home to thousands of bars,... more »
Senso-ji Temple »
Nothing says old-world Asakusa quite like Senso-ji. This ancient Buddhist temple is Tokyo's oldest, having stood in one former or another since 645. Largely rebuilt from the rubble of World War Two, today Senso-ji is one of Tokyo's top attractions, with the atmospheric Nakamise-dori pathway leading to the temple now... more »
Tokyo Skytree »
Soaring a dizzying 634 metres above the bustling streets of Sumida, the futuristic Tokyo Skytree is one of the city's most recognisable landmarks. Completed in 2011 to improve the city's television and radio broadcasting signals, the Skytree boasts unparalleled views from its towering observation deck. At night, the tower lights... more »
Akihabara »
Akihabara, or ‘Akiha’ as the locals know it, is a sprawling technology wonderland located in central Tokyo. The world-famous site evolved from a small group of electrical stores specialising in electrical equipment in the latter half of the 1940s. Some of these original shops still exist, mostly under the railway... more »
Ueno Zoo »
Ueno Zoo is the most-visited zoo in Japan. It is located in a peaceful green space right in the heart of Tokyo, refreshing the bustling city with gentle natural beauty. Ueno is the oldest zoo in Japan, founded in 1822, and has dedicated itself to educating visitors about diversity and... more »
Shibuya »
Shibuya is one of the most-visited areas of Japan, and with good reason – it’s the birthplace of much of Japan’s youth culture, offering some fantastic shopping, dining and entertainment options. It is easily accessed directly from Tokyo – look for Shibuya Station, and follow the crowds of people out... more »
Tokyo Disney »
There’s no real need to introduce any Disney Kingdom – the name alone implies a magical experience complete with thrilling action rides, live entertainment and lots of characters to meet. Tokyo Disney was the first Disney Kingdom to exist outside the United States, and pays fantastic homage to those original... more »
Imperial Palace »
In the centre of Tokyo lies a magnificent palace, home to their Majesties the Emperor and Empress. Surrounded by a water-filled moat and meticulous parkland, the Imperial Palace is a quiet, peaceful space that is steeped in rich history. Built on the site of Edo Castle, the Imperial Palace has... more »
Tokyo Tower »
Standing some 333 metres tall, Tokyo Tower is one of the most recognisable features of the Tokyo skyline. Built in 1958, it is a striking symbol of Japan’s rebirth as a major economic power following the Second World War as well as an icon of the city. The tower was... more »
Ryogoku Kokugikan »
Want to see big guys grappling in a stadium? Ryogoku is the home of sumo wrestling in Tokyo and this district houses the sumo stadium - Ryogoku Kokugikan, sumo stables where the wrestlers live and train, chanko restaurants where they eat and other sumo-related attractions. Sumo tournaments are held at... more »
Nezu Museum »
Home to the personal collection of treasures amassed by railway magnate and politician Kaichiro Nezu, his eponymous museum comprises over 7,400 objects including calligraphy, painting, sculpture, ceramics, lacquerware, metalwork, bamboo craft and textiles. Nezu Museum, the site of his former residence and recently rebuilt, is also home to a world-famous... more »
Tokyo National Museum »
Housing an exhaustive array of East Asian artworks and antiquities from Japan and surrounding countries, Tokyo National Museum has a history spanning over 140 years. The museum has resided in its current location at Ueno Park since 1882 with over 110,000 items in its permanent collection plus several thousand objects... more »
Fuji-san »
Japan’s highest peak, Mount Fuji or Fuji-san is a snow-capped winter wonder which, on a clear day, can be viewed 100km away in Tokyo. This dormant volcano, resplendent at 3776m, is usually shrouded in haze or cloud so visitors will need to venture closer to view the sacred site which... more »
