Tourist Attractions

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 »

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, 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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »