Itinerary

1. Golden-Gai, Shinjuku

   
   

   Soak in the view of the entire Tokyo metropolitan area from the observatory on the the 45th floor of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building.On a clear day you can see Mount Fuji.Designed by Kenzo Tange, and costing US$1 billion, the building appears as a cross between a Gothic cathedral and an enormous microchip! Think Batman Begins vs Blade Runner.Explore the back streets of the Golden-[sensitive content]x narrow alleys packed with over 200 tiny bars , each measuring only 10 to 15 square meters.Built in the 1950s these wooden houses are architecturally significant as they give us an insight into the chaotic nature of the city post second world war.Take in the bright lights of Kabukicho.Tokyo’s liveliest entertainment and red-light district.Packed full of karaoke bars, girly bars, restaurants and home to the infamous ‘Robot Restaurant’ as featured on many travel shows.See the life-size Godzilla head peaking over the top of the Toho building!

   
   

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   Soak in the view of the entire Tokyo metropolitan area from the observatory on the the 45th floor of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building.On a clear day you can see Mount Fuji.Designed by Kenzo Tange, and costing US$1 billion, the building appears as a cross between a Gothic cathedral and an enormous microchip! Think Batman Begins vs Blade Runner.

   
   

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   Take in the bright lights of Kabukicho.Tokyo’s liveliest entertainment and red-light district.Packed full of karaoke bars, girly bars, restaurants and home to the infamous ‘Robot Restaurant’ as featured on many travel shows.

   
   

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   Explore the back streets of the Golden-[sensitive content]x narrow alleys packed with over 200 tiny bars , each measuring only 10 to 15 square meters.Built in the 1950s these wooden houses are architecturally significant as they give us an insight into the chaotic nature of the city post second world war.

   
   

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   The frantic fashion first centre of modern Japan.Equally great to explore during the day or evening its a family friendly, neon infused shopping and entertainment hub.
   
   Join the crowds and make your way across the Shibuya Scramble; the busiest pedestrian crossing in the world!
   
   Meet the bronze statue of Hachikō the ‘faithful dog’.
   
   Check out the trendy stores of Centre-Gai.
   

   
   

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   Join the crowds and make your way across the Shibuya Scramble; the busiest pedestrian crossing in the world!
   

   
   

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   Meet the bronze statue of Hachikō the ‘faithful dog’.

   
   

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   Check out the trendy stores of Centre-Gai.

   
   

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   explore the trendy backstreets of harajuku.packed full of street art, wacky youth fashion, animal cafes and [sensitive content]able food its the epitome of quirky japan.

   
   

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    Visit the Meiji Jingu Shrine in the heart of a beautiful 700,000 m2 forrest.Learn about Japan’s indigenous religion of Shintoism.
    
    

    
    

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    Stroll the streets of Aoyama; Tokyo’s executive class area where art, architecture and high fashion meet.

    
    

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    Stroll the streets of Omotesando; Tokyo’s executive class area where art, architecture and high fashion meet.

    
    

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    explore the trendy backstreets of harajuku.packed full of street art, wacky youth fashion, animal cafes and [sensitive content]able food its the epitome of quirky japan.

    
    

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    The historic centre of Tokyo housing Tokyo’s oldest temple and many traditional craft shops.Best to visit during the day.

    
    

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    Visit Sensoji Temple, Tokyo’s oldest temple dating back to 628.Learn about Buddhism.

    
    

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    Shop for authentic souvenirs at Nakamise Shopping Street; a 250 metre stretch of fantastic stalls on the approach to the Sensoji Temple.

    
    

17. Sumidagawa River

    
    

    Admire the waterfront view along the Sumidagawa River.Option to take a boat ride through the city to the beautiful Hama Rikyu garden (35 minutes cruise).

    
    

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    Visit the beautiful gardens and learn about Japanese horticulture.

    
    

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    Tokyo’s anime, manga, video game and electronics centre.Prepare for a sensory overload!
    
    Stroll around Akihabara for a one of a kind cultural experience.The favourite hangout place of diehard fans of gaming, manga and anime you are sure to see some interesting characters wandering the streets!
    
    Learn about Japan’s famed Maid Cafes and subcultures.

    
    

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    Visit Tokyo's sleek shopping district.

    
    

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    Explore the former home of the worlds largest fish market and world-famous tuna auction.The ‘inner market’ and auction has now moved to Toyosu but the ‘outer market’ remains.Packed with fresh fish, delicious cooked foods and cooking related homewares this is a bustling must-see market.

    
    

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    Tokyo’s sleek business district surrounding the Imperial Palace.Impressive architecture and great food.Equally good to see during the day or evening.

    
    

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    Visit the Imperial Palace East Garden and get up close to the some of the remnants of Edo Castle, including the moat walls.With advance booking we can take a 1 hour 15 minutes tour of the Palace’s inner compound.

    
    

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    Access one of Tokyo's most notable architectural highlights.

    
    

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    Access Tokyo's most notable architectural highlights.

    
    

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    Eat at a Gado Shita (small restaurant under the railway tracks) for an authentic foodie experience.

    
    

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    The original centre of all trade and commerce from the Edo Period (1603 to 1868) Nihonbashi is steeped in history and packed with traditional food and craft shops.
    
    Learn about the foundation of Japanese cooking with an introduction to Umami and traditional Japanese ingredients like Dashi, Kombu and Katsuobushi.Feast on traditional Japanese snacks from long-gone times.
    
    Learn about speciality Japanese crafts like Lacquerware, Washi (traditional Japanese paper) and Sense (Japanese folding fans).
    

    
    

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    Cross Japans most important bridge; the Nihonbashi Bridge where the kilometre zero marker is located.

    
    

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    Visit Mitsukoshi, Japans first department store.A beautiful 1920s building with an outstanding food hall.

    
    

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    Learn about speciality Japanese crafts like Lacquerware, Washi (traditional Japanese paper) and Sense (Japanese folding fans).

    
    

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    Visit one of Tokyo's most notable architectural highlights.

    
    

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    Explore this local traditional neighbourhood which is home to many small shops and businesses dating back to the Edo period.