Tokyo
Many neighborhoods. Your own Tokyo.
City crossings, wooded shrine paths and railway connections. Give each day a clear starting point.
- Explore
- Shibuya
- Getting there
- Check the route
- Seasons
- Plan your dates
- Plan your stay
- Choose your base
- Before you go
- Practical tips
The essentials
Start with a neighborhood.
Group nearby places into one outing, then compare the station and hotel entrance. Rail, subway and buses serve different parts of the city.
GO TOKYO: getting aroundBest time to visit
Spring brings milder weather; summer is hot and humid. Check the forecast and seasonal dates for the days you will visit.
GO TOKYO: seasonsGetting there
Confirm your airport, terminal and onward connection. Narita publishes rail, bus and terminal-transfer information.
Narita Airport: accessGetting around
JR East, Tokyo Metro, Toei and other railways form different networks. Check the line, transfer and ticket for the actual journey.
GO TOKYO: getting aroundTop sights and neighborhoods
Different places, each with its own character.
Tokyo Station
Make the station and the surrounding area part of your route.
GO TOKYO: Tokyo Station & MarunouchiExperiences
Make the journey your own
Pair the energy of Shibuya with a quieter walk near Harajuku. This is a suggested combination; check shrine access and the route on the day.
GO TOKYO: Meiji JinguPractical tips
Choose a base
Compare your actual journeys before choosing where to stay.
Travel lighter
Check storage or forwarding before sightseeing; capacity is not guaranteed.
Check your needs
Ask each facility about access and the conditions that matter to your visit.
Keep exploring
Related guides
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Boarding the Shinkansen with SmartEX
Choose an IC card, QR code or paper ticket for boarding and connect it with the rest of your train journey.
Luggage forwarding, lockers or carrying it yourself?
Compare the time, convenience and handoffs of three ways to travel with luggage between hotels and destinations.
Official sources and review notes
Reviewed
- GO TOKYO: getting around
- GO TOKYO: seasons
- Narita Airport: access
- GO TOKYO: Shibuya
- GO TOKYO: Meiji Jingu
- GO TOKYO: Tokyo Station & Marunouchi
Opening hours, admission and step-free access must be checked with each facility before visiting.