Truly Tokyo - Your Tokyo Travel Guide

Make the most of your trip to Tokyo with our comprehensive Tokyo itineraries, our definitive list of the best places to eat in Tokyo and rundowns of essential attractions in each of Tokyo’s fascinating districts

Tokyo Itineraries

Maximize your time in Tokyo with my carefully planned itineraries for 1 to 5 days. Also, theme-based and Tokyo/Kyoto itineraries. Read More

Tokyo Restaurants

Discover the best and most accessible places to eat in Tokyo, divided by location, price, and type of cuisine! Read More

Tokyo Hotels

Tokyo has many great hotels. Here are the best in each district and each price bracket. All personally inspected. Read More

Tokyo Ryokan

Not going to Kyoto but want to try a traditional Japanese inn? Here are my favorite ryokan in Tokyo. Read More

Where To Stay In Tokyo

Where should you stay in Tokyo? These are my picks for the best, most convenient and most interesting neighborhoods. Read more

Packing List For Japan

Use my comprehensive packing list to ensure you’ve got everything you need to make your Japan trip hassle free. Read More

First Time In Tokyo

Planning a trip to Tokyo? This is the place to start. I’ll take you through the big questions: when, where, why, and how much. Read more

Tokyo Districts

Tokyo is like 14 distinct cities with a great transport system. Here’s my guide to each of Tokyo’s 14 major districts. Read more

Things to Do In Tokyo

Our comprehensive overview of the best things to do in Tokyo can help you make the most of your time in the city. Read more

Visiting Mount Fuji

It’s easy to visit Mount Fuji from Tokyo, whether you want to view the mountain or, in summer, climb it. Read more

Best Time To Go To Tokyo

Find out the best times of year to visit Tokyo with all the details on monthly weather, events and festivals. Read more

Tokyo SIM Cards

How and where to buy a data-only or voice SIM in Tokyo or online before arrival. The best deals, personally tested. Read more

Tokyo Airport Transport

How do you get from Narita or Haneda airports into Tokyo? Read more

Getting Around Tokyo

The smart way to use Tokyo’s excellent subways, trains, buses and taxis. Read more

Best Day Trips From Tokyo

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Check out superb temples in Nikko and Kamakura, gaze at Mt Fuji, or even hop on the bullet train to Kyoto. Read more

Tokyo Walking Tours

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Chris Rowthorn Tours offers private guided Tokyo walking tours for groups of 1 to 6 people. Read more

Eat Like A Local In Tokyo

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Want to eat where Tokyo locals actually eat? Then check out our guide to some of Tokyo’s best local restaurants. Read More

Japan Travel Consulting

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If you’d like a Japan expert to help plan your Japan trip or answer your questions about Japan, contact Japan Travel Consulting (JTC). Read More

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Japan Travel Guides

There are several must-see destinations in Japan within easy reach of Tokyo. They all make great additions to any Tokyo itinerary. These concise guides provide details about what to see and do.

New And Updated On Truly Tokyo 2026

NEW The Royal Park Hotel Ginza 6-Chome – The Royal Park Hotel Ginza 6-Chome is a very good value mid-range hotel on the southeast side of Ginza, within walking distance of the rest of Ginza and Tokyo Station. It’s a stylish, well-run and comfortable hotel with rates lower than most hotels in this class. Read More
NEW Onyado Nono Asakusa – The Onyado Nono Asakusa is a Japanese-style hotel located right beside the main sightseeing district in Asakusa. The name means “onsen inn” and the main feature of this hotel is the onsen-style bath (separated by gender) and the Japanese-style rooms. Read More
NEW OMO5 Tokyo Gotanda by Hoshino Resorts – The OMO5 Gotanda by Hoshino Resorts is one of the best hotel values in Tokyo. It’s got views, style and a location close to Haneda Airport and right on the Tokyo loop line in a quiet but convenient area (plenty of shops and restaurants nearby). Read More
NEW Hyatt House Tokyo Shibuya – The Hyatt House Tokyo Shibuya is an apartment-style hotel with rooms that include simple cooking facilities and in-room laundry facilities. It’s very well located a short walk from Shibuya Station. Rates are firmly in the luxury category. Read More
NEW JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo – The JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo is located in the new Takanawa Gateway Complex, directly above Takanawa Gateway Station. It’s a good luxury hotel with great views from some rooms and is a tempting choice for those collecting Marriott Bonvoy points. Read More
NEW Caption by Hyatt Kabutocho Tokyo – The Caption by Hyatt Kabutocho Tokyo is a competitively priced mid-range hotel within easy walking distance of Tokyo Station. The rooms are stylish and well laid out and the common areas are cheerful and bright. Read More
NEW Best Places to See Mount Fuji – Most travelers to Japan want to see Mount Fuji. But here’s the hard truth: Mount Fuji is covered in clouds about 60% of the days of the year. Thus, I recommend treating a view of Mount Fuji as a bonus, not a goal — in other words, don’t build an entire trip around it. Here, I’ll share the best places to see Mount Fuji when the weather cooperates: viewpoints in Tokyo, the shinkansen, places near the mountain itself, and even from airplanes. I’ll also list the best hotels and ryokan with Mount Fuji views. Read More

Tokyo Vacation Checklist

ESSENTIALS – For all the essentials in a brief overview, see my First Time In Tokyo guide
HOTELS – Check Tokyo accommodation availability and pricing on Booking.com and Agoda.com - often you can book with no upfront payment and free cancellation
WHERE TO STAY – Need tips on where to stay? See my one page guide Where To Stay In Tokyo
BULLET TRAIN – You can buy shinkansen (bullet train) tickets online from Klook - popular routes include Tokyo to Kyoto, Tokyo to Osaka and Tokyo to Hiroshima
SIM CARDS – You can buy an eSim to activate in Japan or buy a Japan SIM card online for collection on arrival at Tokyo Narita or Haneda airports. Or rent an unlimited data pocket wifi router
PACKING LIST – See my comprehensive Packing List For Japan
FLIGHTS – Compare airline flight prices and timings for the best Japan flight deals. Check my guides to arriving at Narita Airport and at Haneda Airport.
JAPAN RAIL PASS – If you're visiting more than one city, you might save money with a Japan Rail Pass – see if it's worth it for you
TRAVEL INSURANCE – World Nomads offers simple and flexible travel insurance. Buy at home or while traveling and claim online from anywhere in the world
WANT HELP? – Do you want help planning your trip? Chris Rowthorn and his team of Japan experts at Japan Travel Consulting can help

Tokyo District Map

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Your Tokyo Travel Guide