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If you haven’t seen them already, please check out these pages to help you with planning your Tokyo trip:
Tokyo Itineraries
Maximize your time in Tokyo with my carefully planned itineraries for trips from 1 to 5 days. Also, theme-based and Tokyo/Kyoto itineraries. Read More
Tokyo Hotels
Here are the best hotels in each district and each price bracket. All personally inspected. Read MoreTokyo Ryokan
Want to try a ryokan (traditional Japanese inn)? Here are my favorite ryokan in Tokyo. Read MoreFirst Time In Tokyo
So you want to see Tokyo? Start here: When, where, why and how. And, of course, how much. Read moreTokyo 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 Best Time To Go To Tokyo
The best times to visit and details on monthly weather and festivals. Read moreTokyo SIM Cards
How and where to buy a data-only or voice SIM in Tokyo or online before arrival. Or, rent a pocket wifi. The best deals, personally tested. Read more
Getting Around Tokyo
The smart way to use Tokyo’s excellent subways, trains, buses and taxis. Read moreTokyo Photo
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Every week we showcase a beautiful Tokyo photo showing one of the many diverse aspects of the city. 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
Tokyo Vacation Checklist
- For all the essentials in a brief overview, see my First Time In Tokyo guide
- Check Tokyo accommodation availability and pricing on Booking.com and Agoda.com - often you can book with no upfront payment and free cancellation
- Need tips on where to stay? See my one page guide Where To Stay In Tokyo
- You can buy shinkansen (bullet train) tickets online from Klook - popular routes include Tokyo to Kyoto, Tokyo to Osaka and Tokyo to Hiroshima
- 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
- See my comprehensive Packing List For Japan
- Compare airline flight prices and timings for the best Japan flight deals. Check my guides to arriving at Narita Airport and at Haneda Airport.
- 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
- A prepaid Welcome Suica card makes travelling around Tokyo much easier - here's how
- World Nomads offers simple and flexible travel insurance. Buy at home or while traveling and claim online from anywhere in the world
- Do you want help planning your trip? Chris Rowthorn and his team of Japan experts at Japan Travel Consulting can help
