1. Tokyo Tower
Tokyo Tower is a 333-meter (1,092 ft) communications and observation tower located in the Shiba-koen district of Minato, Tokyo. The tower serves as a broadcasting antenna for television and radio, and it has two main observation decks—the Main Deck at 150 m and the Top Deck at 250 m—offering panoramic views of Tokyo and, on clear days, Mount Fuji.
2. teamLab
teamLab is a Tokyo-based art collective founded in 2001 that blends art, technology, and science to create immersive digital experiences. Their signature theme is “borderless,” emphasizing the removal of boundaries between art and audience, physical and digital, or one artwork and another. Visitors move through dark rooms filled with shifting lights, projections, and responsive soundscapes that react to movement and touch.
3. Asakusa
Asakusa is a historic district in Tokyo known for its traditional atmosphere and famous Buddhist temple, Sensō-ji, which dates back to the 7th century and is the city’s oldest temple. Located along the Sumida River, it offers easy access to river cruises and views of the nearby Tokyo Skytree, blending old Edo-period charm with modern city scenery.
4. DAWN | Avatar Robot Cafe ver.β
Avatar Robot Café DAWN ver.β is an experimental, permanent café in Nihonbashi, Tokyo, run by Ory Laboratory. The main idea is to enable people who have difficulty leaving home—due to illness, disability, caregiving duties, or other reasons—to work remotely as staff by controlling avatar robots called OriHime (and a taller version, OriHime-D)
5. Akhihabara
Akihabara, often called “Akiba,” is a vibrant district in central Tokyo famous for its electronics stores and otaku culture. Originally known after World War II as a hub for radios and household appliances, it has evolved into a mecca for anime, manga, video games, and collectibles. The area is packed with multi-story electronics shops like Yodobashi Camera, specialty computer parts stores, themed cafés such as maid cafés, and countless shops selling figures, trading cards, and rare merchandise.
6. Shibuya SKY
Shibuya Sky is a 230-meter-high rooftop observation deck atop the Shibuya Scramble Square skyscraper, offering one of Tokyo’s most dramatic city views. It features a 360-degree open-air “Sky Stage” where visitors can see landmarks such as the Shibuya Crossing below, Tokyo Tower, and even Mount Fuji on clear days. Indoors, the “Sky Gallery” provides art installations, lounge spaces, and a café, while the glass-walled “Sky Edge” creates a striking photo spot that feels like floating above the city.
7. Shibuya crossing
Shibuya Crossing, located in front of Shibuya Station’s Hachiko Exit, is one of the busiest pedestrian intersections in the world and an iconic symbol of Tokyo. Surrounded by towering video screens, neon billboards, and bustling shops, it captures the vibrant energy of modern Tokyo.
8. Meiji Shrine
Meiji Shrine, located in Shibuya, Tokyo, is one of the city’s most important and serene Shinto shrines. Dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shōken, it was completed in 1920 and is surrounded by a vast forest of over 100,000 trees donated from across Japan. Visitors enter through massive wooden torii gates and walk along tranquil gravel paths leading to the main shrine buildings, offering a peaceful escape from the bustling city.
9. Shinjuku
Shinjuku is a major commercial and entertainment hub in Tokyo, known for its towering skyscrapers, bustling shopping streets, and vibrant nightlife. It is home to Shinjuku Station, the world’s busiest railway station, serving millions of passengers daily.
10. Mount Fuji
Mount Fuji, Japan’s iconic highest peak at 3,776 meters, is a popular day-trip destination from Tokyo, located about 100 kilometers southwest of the city. Travelers can reach the area by train, bus, or car, typically heading to the Fuji Five Lakes region or the town of Fujinomiya. From Tokyo, the journey takes roughly 3-4 hours depending on the mode of transport.
