Sunset and Mt Fuji from Tokyo © o_0

Many people are surprised to discover that you can actually see Mt Fuji from the tall buildings of Tokyo. If you catch it with a nice sunset, consider yourself very lucky.

Hama Rikyu Gardens and Shiodome towers © 61223211@N00

The juxtaposition of Hama Rikyu Gardens and the modern towers of Shiodome is one of the delights of exploring this part of Tokyo.

Marunouchi towers and Imperial Palace moat © protake

Marunouchi, which is next to Tokyo Station, is Tokyo’s financial center. It’s a very pleasant place for a stroll due to its wide boulevards.

Tokyo train station © tdp_photos

Peering down the tracks waiting for a Yamanote train to come is something you’ll likely do a lot of when exploring Tokyo.

Imperial Palace in summer © protake

The route around the Imperial Palace is Tokyo’s most popular jogging course. It’s also great for a morning stroll.

Kagurazaka Alley © kabacchi

Kagurazaka is home to some of Tokyo’s most attractive lanes and alleys. Here is where you will find some of the city’s most exclusive clubs and restaurants.

Ginza by night © antoniotajuelo

Ginza is Tokyo’s elite shopping district where you’ll find the highest concentration of luxury brands in the city. It’s a great place for some serious window shopping.

Koenji Awa-dori festival © htakashi

Held in late August in Koenji, the Koenji Awa-dori festival is one of Tokyo’s most colorful festivals.

Giant water lilies in Ueno © dannychoo

Ueno’s Shinobazu Pond is particularly beautiful in summer, when the giant water lilies turn the entire pond into a sea of green.

Tokyo Station, Marunouchi side © 8ware

The newly refurbished Marunouchi side of Tokyo Station looks great in the early evening. In the background are the tall buildings of Yaesu.