Meiji-jingu Shrine on New Year’s © Takashi Images / Shutterstock.com
Meiji-jingu is one of the best places in the city to ring in the New Year, but be prepared for huge crowds!

The Keyakizaka area of Roppongi looks beautiful when they put up the lights for Christmas. It’s a fantastic place for a winter stroll.

Shibuya Crossing in the Evening © Patryk Kosmider / Shutterstock.com
Nowhere has more Tokyo energy than Shibuya Crossing. This is where the world meets to soak up that “only in Tokyo” feeling.

Yurakucho Yakitori Alley © MAHATHIR MOHD YASIN / Shutterstock.com
This alley of izakaya and yakitori restaurants is located in Yurakucho, a short distance from Tokyo Station. It’s pleasant to eat outside here on warm evening. For some great local restaurants, check out our Eat Like a Local section.

Two of the most iconic Tokyo structures are the Tokyo Sky Tree and the Asahi Flamme D’Or Building. They’re both easily visible from nearby Asakusa.

November is the time to enjoy the fall foliage in Tokyo. One of the best places to see it is at Shinjuku Gyoen.

Lights of Kabukicho © MAHATHIR MOHD YASIN / Shutterstock.com
Kabukicho, the nightlife zone in East Shinjuku, has that Blade Runner atmosphere that so many people associate with Tokyo. It’s a lot of fun to wander here in the evening, but think twice about bringing the kids.

Omotesando, the tree-lined street that runs through the heart of Harajuku, is one of the most pleasant streets for strolling in Tokyo. It’s lined with fashionable boutiques and cafes.

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building © Sean Pavone / Shutterstock.com
The two towers of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building in Shinjuku are beautiful in the evening. They observation decks here are a great place to get a view over the city (and perhaps as far as Mt Fuji on a clear day).

Few people realize that Tokyo is indeed a waterfront city. The best way to check out this aspect of Tokyo is by taking the Yurikamome Line from Shimbashi across the Rainbow Bridge to the artificial island of Odaiba.