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Truly Tokyo

A Tokyo Travel Guide

 * Tokyo Itineraries
 * Tokyo Hotels
 * Tokyo Ryokan
 * Tokyo Restaurants
 * Tokyo Districts
 * Best Time To Go To Tokyo
 * Tokyo Map
 * First Time In Tokyo
 * Tokyo Cherry Blossoms


YOUR TOKYO TRAVEL GUIDE

Make the most of your trip to Tokyo with our comprehensive Tokyo itineraries,
our definitive list of the best places to eat in Tokyo and rundowns of essential
attractions in each of Tokyo's fascinating districts


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 RESTAURANTS

The best accessible restaurants in Tokyo, divided by type of cuisine! Read More




TOKYO HOTELS

Here are the best hotels in each district and each price bracket. All personally
inspected. Read More


TOKYO RYOKAN

Want to try a ryokan (traditional Japanese inn)? Here are my favorite ryokan in
Tokyo. Read More




FIRST TIME IN TOKYO

So you want to see Tokyo? Start here: When, where, why and how. And, of course,
how much. Read more


TOKYO 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




THINGS TO DO IN TOKYO

Our comprehensive overview of the best things to do in Tokyo can help you make
the most of your time in the city. Read more


VISITING MOUNT FUJI

It's easy to visit Mount Fuji from Tokyo, whether you want to view the mountain
or, in summer, climb it. Read more




BEST TIME TO GO TO TOKYO

The best times to visit and details on monthly weather and festivals. Read more


TOKYO 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




TOKYO AIRPORT TRANSPORT

How do you get from Narita or Haneda airports into Tokyo? Read more


GETTING AROUND TOKYO

The smart way to use Tokyo’s excellent subways, trains, buses and taxis. Read
more




WHERE TO STAY IN TOKYO


Our guide on where to stay in Tokyo to maximise your time. 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




EAT LIKE A LOCAL IN TOKYO


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Want to eat where Tokyo locals actually eat? Then check out our guide to some of
Tokyo’s best local restaurants. Read More


JAPAN TRAVEL CONSULTING


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If you’d like a Japan expert to help plan your Japan trip or answer your
questions about Japan, contact Japan Travel Consulting (JTC). Read More




JAPAN TRAVEL GUIDES

There are several must-see destinations in Japan within easy reach of Tokyo.
They all make great additions to any Tokyo itinerary. These concise guides
provide details about what to see and do.


KYOTO TRAVEL GUIDE


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Find Kyoto's best attractions on my companion website InsideKyoto.com Read More


OSAKA TRAVEL GUIDE


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Discover Osaka's amazing sights on my companion website InsideOsaka.com Read
More


NARA TRAVEL GUIDE


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Nara is a spectacular contrast to Kyoto – and only half an hour away by express
train Read More


KANAZAWA TRAVEL GUIDE


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Sometimes called “Little Kyoto,” Kanazawa is a superb destination in its own
right. Read More


HIROSHIMA AND MIYAJIMA


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Hiroshima and the nearby island of Miyajima provide some of Japan's most
memorable sights
Read More


TAKAYAMA TRAVEL GUIDE


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Takayama is a great stopover between Tokyo and Kyoto with its own distinct
cultural heritage
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 – usually
   you can reserve a room with no upfront payment. Pay when you check out. Free
   cancellations too
 * Need tips on where to stay? See my one page guide Where To Stay In Tokyo
 * You can 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 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




TOKYO DISTRICT MAP

Click a Tokyo District for detailed info on attractions, places to eat and
accommodation
 * Asakusa
 * Ueno
 * Imperial Palace Area
 * Tokyo Station
 * Shimbashi Shiodome Hamamatsucho Shinagawa
 * Ginza
 * Tsukiji
 * Akihabara Kanda
 * Odaiba
 * Roppongi Akasaka
 * Harajuku Aoyama
 * Shinjuku
 * Ebisu Daikanyama Meguro
 * Shibuya

WELCOME TO TRULYTOKYO.COM


trulytokyo.com is an online guide to Tokyo written by Chris Rowthorn, author of
Lonely Planet Japan guides, founder of InsideKyoto.com and InsideOsaka.com, and
long-time Japan resident. More about Chris

CHRISROWTHORN.COM


Chris Rowthorn's private tours of Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara and Japan. Personal and
attentive trip planning and consulting.
Visit ChrisRowthorn.com and read customer reviews on TripAdvisor

PRIVATE TOKYO WALKING TOURS

 * Tokyo Tour Overview
 * Tokyo Tour 1: Traditional And Modern Tokyo
 * Tokyo Tour 2: Modern Tokyo
 * Tokyo Tour 3: Traditional and Modern Tokyo Evening Tour
 * Japan Travel Consulting



JAPAN REOPENS

 * Can I Travel To Japan Now? February 2024 Update
 * Japan Covid Vaccination and Testing Page
 * Japan Mask Rules and Regulations
 * A Guide to the Visit Japan Web app and Japan Entry Procedures

FIRST TIME IN TOKYO

 * First Time In Tokyo
 * Packing List For Japan 2024

TOKYO ITINERARIES

 * Tokyo Itineraries: An Overview
 * Must-See Tokyo 1-Day Itinerary
 * Tokyo 1-Day Itinerary
 * Tokyo 1-Day Itinerary With Children
 * Tokyo 2-Day Itinerary
 * Tokyo 3-Day Itinerary
 * Tokyo 4-Day Itinerary
 * Tokyo 5-Day Itinerary
 * Tokyo Foodie Itinerary
 * Tokyo Two-Day Cherry Blossom Itinerary
 * Two-Day Tokyo Fall Foliage Itinerary
 * Tokyo 1-Day Art Lovers Itinerary
 * Tokyo Nature and Garden Lovers Itinerary
 * Tokyo Shopping Itinerary
 * Tokyo Temple And Shrine Itinerary
 * Climbing Or Visiting Mount Fuji From Tokyo
 * Mt Fuji Climbing Guide
 * Yokohama Travel Guide

TOKYO DAY TRIP ITINERARIES

 * Best Day Trips From Tokyo
 * Nikko Day Trip Itinerary
 * Hakone Day Trip Itinerary
 * Kamakura Day Trip Itinerary
 * Enoshima Island Day Trip Itinerary
 * Shimoda Overnight Trip Itinerary
 * A Day Trip to the Mt. Fuji Area: Lake Kawaguchiko
 * Shuzenji Onsen Overnight Trip Itinerary

TOKYO AND KYOTO

 * Tokyo or Kyoto? Which Should You Visit?
 * How To Travel From Tokyo To Kyoto
 * Tokyo-Kyoto 1-Week Itinerary
 * Tokyo-Kyoto 10 Day Itinerary
 * Japan Rail Pass: How To Get It

ROMANTIC TOKYO

 * The Most Romantic Hotels in Tokyo
 * Honeymoon in Tokyo

THINGS TO DO IN TOKYO

 * Christmas in Tokyo
 * New Year’s in Tokyo
 * Things To Do In Tokyo
 * When Is Cherry Blossom Season In Tokyo?
 * Tokyo’s Best Fall Foliage Spots
 * Tsukiji Fish Market
 * Toyosu Fish Market Guide
 * Yoyogi-koen Park and Meiji-jingu Shrine
 * Best Views Of Tokyo
 * Yanaka: Tokyo’s Most Traditional District
 * Shinjuku San-Chome: Tokyo’s Secret Nightlife District
 * Jimbocho: Tokyo’s Used Bookstore District
 * Shimokitazawa: Tokyo’s Bohemian Quarter
 * Kappabashi: Tokyo’s Kitchenware Capital
 * Inokashira-koen Park and Ghibli Museum
 * How To Get Ghibli Museum Tickets
 * Tokyo Disneyland
 * Tokyo DisneySea Guide
 * Sanrio Puroland Guide
 * Snoopy Museum
 * Tokyo Skytree Guide
 * Recommended Tokyo Museums
 * Recommended Tokyo Art Museums
 * MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM: teamLab Borderless
 * Tokyo UNESCO World Heritage Sites
 * How to Buy Tickets and See Kabuki in Tokyo
 * Tokyo Shopping
 * Getting Money in Japan
 * The Best Time To Go To Tokyo
 * Best Tokyo Souvenirs
 * How To Buy Tickets For A Tokyo Sumo Match
 * Visiting a Morning Sumo Practice in Tokyo
 * Baseball in Tokyo
 * Jewish Tokyo
 * Gay And Lesbian Tokyo

TOKYO SIM CARDS AND WIFI

 * How To Buy A SIM Card In Tokyo
 * How To Get A Prepaid Voice/Data SIM In Japan for Visitors
 * International Roaming Rates For Japan

TOKYO HOTELS

 * Best New Hotels In Tokyo January 2024
 * Where To Stay In Tokyo
 * Tokyo’s Best Hotels For Families
 * Best Tokyo Luxury Hotels
 * Tokyo Ryokan
 * Best Tokyo Boutique Hotels
 * Best Tokyo Mid-Range and Business Hotels
 * Best Tokyo Budget Hotels

TOKYO EATING

 * Best Tokyo Restaurants
 * What And Where To Eat In Tokyo
 * Tokyo Foodie Itinerary
 * Eat Like A Local In Tokyo
 * Best Curry Rice in Tokyo
 * Best Izakaya And Sake Specialists In Tokyo
 * Best Kaiseki, Kappo and Other Haute Cuisine in Tokyo
 * Best Pizza in Tokyo
 * Best Ramen In Tokyo
 * Best Soba in Tokyo
 * Best Soup Curry in Tokyo
 * Best Sushi In Tokyo
 * Best Teishoku and Donburi in Tokyo
 * Best Tempura in Tokyo
 * Best Teppanyaki in Tokyo
 * Best Tokyo Craft Beer Pubs
 * Best Tonkatsu in Tokyo
 * Best Udon in Tokyo
 * Best Unagi in Tokyo
 * Best Vegan and Vegetarian in Tokyo
 * Best Wagyu in Tokyo
 * Best Yakitori in Tokyo

TOKYO DISTRICTS

 * Akihabara, Kanda And Jimbocho
 * Asakusa, Ryogoku and Skytree
 * Ebisu, Daikanyama and Meguro
 * Ginza
 * Harajuku And Aoyama
 * Odaiba
 * Roppongi And Akasaka
 * Shibuya
 * Shimbashi, Shiodome, Hamamatsucho and Shinagawa
 * Shinjuku
 * Tokyo Imperial Palace And Around
 * Tokyo Station And Marunouchi
 * Tsukiji
 * Ueno

HOW TO GET TO TOKYO

 * Arriving at Tokyo’s Narita International Airport
 * Narita Airport Guide
 * Narita Airport Hotels
 * Narita Day Trip Itinerary
 * Arriving at Tokyo’s Haneda International Airport
 * Haneda Airport Guide
 * Haneda International Airport Hotels
 * Tokyo Airport Transport

GETTING AROUND TOKYO

 * Getting Around Tokyo
 * Tokyo Airport Transport
 * Tokyo IC Cards: Pasmo and Suica
 * Tokyo Subways And Trains
 * Tokyo Taxis
 * Tokyo Buses

TRAVEL FROM TOKYO

 * How To Travel From Tokyo To Kyoto
 * How To Travel From Tokyo To Nara
 * How To Travel From Tokyo To Hiroshima
 * How To Travel From Tokyo To Kanazawa

TOKYO TRAVEL INSURANCE

 * Why You Need Travel Insurance For Tokyo

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