Tag: Tokyo

Time out in Tokyo

December 11, 2015

The Tokyo metropolitan area has more than 37.8 million people, so when you find some green open space, make the most of it! Here are some top tips for taking some time out from sightseeing in Tokyo. Imperial Palace East Gardens The Imperial Palace is the official residence of Japan’s Imperial Family, and there are … More Time out in Tokyo

Tokyo nights

December 11, 2015

Tokyo’s tourist sights can leave you with a pretty packed daytime itinerary, but it’s important to keep going into the evening to sample everything Japan’s capital has to offer after hours, from izakayas to gyozas, karaoke to 5am sushi, and everything else in between. Shimokita Shimokita is a young, hip area with lots of vintage … More Tokyo nights

A guide to Tokyo – Asia’s craziest city?

December 10, 2015

We arrived into Narita Airport after our 30 hour journey, but we still had to catch the Narita Express and do battle with Shinjuku – the world’s busiest station, with more than 3.6 million passengers each day. We made our way on the notoriously difficult Tokyo Metro to our Airbnb in the cool neighbourhood of Shimokitazawa … More A guide to Tokyo – Asia’s craziest city?