Guide to the top ten must-visit attractions in Tokyo, Japan
Meiji Shrine
⛩The shrine located in Shibuya District, Tokyo, Japan, enshrines the tombs of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken. Located in the center of Tokyo but surrounded by vast forests, the inner garden is quiet and deep. It is the most visited shrine in Japan every New Year.
Tips: You can prepare more cash, it will be used when praying
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Sensoji Temple
⛩A historic temple in Tokyo, the "Thunder Gate" with red lanterns is a symbolic landmark, with two statues of the God of Thunder and the God of Wind standing on the left and right. An ideal destination for those who wish to explore Tokyo’s ancient history~
Tips: Smoking is prohibited in the temple
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tokyo skytree
Tokyo’s new tourist attraction not to be missed, the Skytree, which is pure white during the day, will take on different looks and colors when it lights up at night~
Tips: It is recommended to go up to the tower in the afternoon to take photos, watch the scenery, and drink coffee. You can have a panoramic view of the city's high-altitude scenery from day to night!
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Ueno Zoo
⏰Business hours: 09:30-17:00 (closed on Mondays)
🐼The zoo has a beautiful natural environment and is home to about 350 species and about 3,000 animals, including the beloved giant pandas, polar bears, tigers, etc... It is a good attraction for family travel in Tokyo!
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Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
⏰Business hours: 09:00-17:00 (closed on Monday)
🌳 Originally the residence of the Naito family in the Edo period, it has now become a must-visit historical garden in Tokyo. You can enjoy various landscape gardens, flowers or greenhouses in all seasons. It is suitable to spend half a day here to enjoy a walk!
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Tokyo Tower
Tokyo Tower has been a symbol of the city for decades. No matter how many new buildings there are in Tokyo, classics will always be classics. For many people, if they don’t see Tokyo Tower, it’s as if they haven’t come to Tokyo. The red and white tower is the memory of Tokyo that travelers place in their hearts.
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Tokyo Disneyland
🕌It has amusement areas such as Adventure Park, Western Park, Dreamland, Tomorrowland, Animal World and Cartoon City.
Tips: There is a limit on the number of people entering the park every day, so be sure to buy tickets in advance!
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Imperial Palace
The emperor's residence, protected by a wide moat and thick walls, is surrounded by well-tended gardens, a peaceful scene.
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Mitaka no Mori Ghibli Museum
⏰Business hours: 10:00–18:00 (closed on Tuesdays)
🔮The entire building is surrounded by green vines. As soon as you walk in the door, you will feel like you have entered a fantasy world. The exhibition hall is decorated with a lot of elements from Hayao Miyazaki's animations📸It is very photogenic~
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🔟 Tokyo National Museum
⏰Business hours: 09:30–17:00 (closed on Mondays)
The museum mainly collects ancient Japanese cultural relics and East Asian artworks, with a collection of 120,000 pieces, covering sculptures, ceramics, enamelware, calligraphy, paintings and other categories. Art lovers must visit!
Tips: Try to go in the morning, there will be many people in the afternoon.