Happy Holiday in Japan - Tokyo (10 Must Go Attractions in Tokyo)

Mr Teddy and I simply love Japan. There are a lot of places you can explore in Japan. There unlimited scenic, sashimi, food, sake and of course shopping for all girls.

Below are the 10 must go attractions in Tokyo:

1. Sensōji (浅草寺)
It is Tokyo’s oldest temple, and one of its most significant. Formerly associated with the Tendai sect, it became independent after World War II.

How to get there?
By Subway :
1. Tokyo Metro : Ginza Line – Asakusa Station
2. Toei Subway : Asakusa Line  – Asakusa Station










2. Nakamise (仲見世)
Located just before Sensoji after Kaminarimon or “Thunder Gate”, a massive paper lantern dramatically painted in vivid red-and-black tones to suggest thunderclouds and lightning, Nakamise is one of the oldest shopping centers in Japan.

How to get there?
By Subway :
1. Tokyo Metro : Ginza Line – Asakusa Station
2. Toei Subway : Asakusa Line  – Asakusa Station










3. Meiji Jingū  (明治神宮)
Meiji Shrine 明治神宮, is the Shinto shrine that is dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his wife, Empress Shōken.


To pay respect : At a Torii (shrine archway): Bow once when entering and leaving. At the Main Shrine building :  Bow twice. Clap your hands twice. Make a wish if you like & Bow once again.

How to get there?
By Subway :
1. Tokyo Metro : Chiyoda Line – Meiji Jingu Mae Station
2. Tokyo Metro : Fukutoshin Line – Meiji Jingu Mae Station







4. Imperial Palace & East Garden (皇居)
Tokyo Imperial Palace 皇居 is the main residence of the Emperor of Japan. Except on Jan 2 (New Year’s Greeting) and Dec 23 (Emperor’s Birthday), the palace buildings and inner gardens are not open to the public. The Imperial Palace East Gardens 皇居東御苑, are a part of the inner palace area and are open to the public.

How to get there?
By Subway :
1. Tokyo Metro :  Marunouchi Line – Tokyo Station
2. Tokyo Metro : Tozai, Chiyoda, Marunouchi, Hanzomon Line – Ōtemachi Station (exit C10 – closer to East Garden)
3. Toei Subway : Mita Line – Ōtemachi Station (exit C10 – closer to East Garden)

5. Tsukiji Fish Market (築地市場)
Tsukiji Market 築地市場, is the biggest wholesale fish and seafood market in the Tokyo. It handles more than 400 different types of seafood from cheap seaweed to the most expensive caviar, and from tiny sardines to 300 kg tuna and controversial whale species.

How to get there?
By Subway :
1. Tokyo Metro : Hibiya Line – Tsukiji Station












6.  Tokyo Disneyland & DisneySEA
Tokyo DisneySea, the 4th most-visited theme park in the world is also the 9th park of the 11 worldwide Disney theme parks to open.

How to get there?
By Subway :
1. Tokyo Metro : Yurakucho Line – Shin-kiba Station. Change to JR Line Train to Maihama Station.








7. Ginza (銀座)
The Ginza (銀座) is considered the high fashion center of the city and contains many upscale shops and restaurants.

How to get there?
By Subway :
1. Tokyo Metro :  Marunouchi, Ginza & Hibiya Line – Ginza Station











8. Akihabara Electric Town (秋葉原)
Akihabara is the largest town collecting all kinds of electronic appliances and devices in the world. The products at the very top of technology are always abundantly available here.

How to get there?
By Subway :
1. Tokyo Metro :  Hibiya Line – Akihabara Station







9. Tokyo Tower (東京タワー)
Tokyo Tower 東京タワーthe world’s tallest self-supporting steel tower is a communications and observation tower.

How to get there?
By Subway :
1. Toei Subway :  Oedo Line – Akabanebashi Station. Exit Akabanebashi Gate.
2. Tokyo Metro :  Hibiya Line – Kamiyacho Station. Ext No.1.








10. Hachikō Statue (ハチ公)
One of the most touching real life story in the world. Hidesaburō Ueno, a professor in University of  Tokyo, took in Hachikō, a golden brown Akita, as a pet. During his owner’s life, Hachikō greeted him at the end of each day at the nearby Shibuya Station.

How to get there?
By Subway :
1. Tokyo Metro :  Hanzomon, Fukutoshin & Ginza Line – Shibuya. Exit Hachiko.