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Tokyo at a glance
- Country
- Japan
- Airports
- Haneda (HND), Narita International (NRT)
- Search code
TYO- Money
- Japanese yen (JPY)
Discover Tokyo
Neon streets and quiet temples, robot cafés and centuries-old gardens. Tokyo is one of the biggest cities on earth, and one of the safest and cleanest.
What it's called
- 東京 (Tōkyō)means "Eastern Capital"
- Edoits name until 1868
- Kantōthe region around the city
Things to do in Tokyo
Landmark
HistorySenso-ji temple in Asakusa
Tokyo's oldest temple, reached through the giant red Kaminarimon gate.
CultureMeiji Shrine and Harajuku
A forest shrine next to the colorful street fashion of Takeshita Street.
FoodTsukiji Outer Market
Fresh sushi, tamagoyaki and grilled seafood for breakfast.
NightlifeShinjuku at night
Tiny bars in Golden Gai and the neon alleys of Omoide Yokocho.
Day tripMount Fuji day trip
Japan's sacred volcano, about two hours away, best seen from Hakone or Kawaguchiko.
About Japan
Japan is an island nation of four main islands and thousands of small ones, most of it mountains. Ultra-modern cities sit beside ancient temples, hot springs and snowy peaks, and fast trains link nearly all of it.
- CapitalTokyo
- MoneyJapanese yen (JPY)
- LanguageJapanese; English signs at stations and airports
Economy
One of the world's biggest economies, famous for cars, electronics, robots, video games and anime. Tourism has boomed too, with record numbers of visitors in recent years.
Culture
A culture of politeness, cleanliness and craft. You see it in tea ceremonies, sushi counters, sumo, manga and the care taken with everyday things. Cherry-blossom season in spring is a celebration for the whole country.
Places to visit
- Kyototemples, gardens and the Gion geisha district
- Osakastreet food and nightlife
- Hiroshimathe Peace Memorial and nearby Miyajima
- Mount Fujilakes, hikes and postcard views
- Hokkaidopowder snow and summer flower fields
- Okinawatropical beaches and coral reefs
Why Japan is worth it for you
- Very safeOne of the safest countries in the world, great for solo travelers.
- Bullet trainsThe Shinkansen is fast, smooth and famously on time.
- Great food at every budgetFrom convenience-store snacks to tiny ramen bars to Michelin stars.
- Clean and organizedSpotless streets, clear signs and help when you ask.
Travel more of Japan
Places worth adding to your trip, from Tokyo or on another visit.
CultureKyoto
Over 1,600 temples, the red gates of Fushimi Inari and geisha in Gion.
FoodOsaka
Japan's kitchen: takoyaki and okonomiyaki in neon-lit Dotonbori.
HistoryNara
Friendly deer in the park and a giant bronze Buddha in Todai-ji.
HistoryHiroshima and Miyajima
The Peace Memorial, and the 'floating' torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine.
NatureHokkaido
Powder snow, hot springs, lavender fields and fresh seafood in the far north.
BeachOkinawa
Subtropical islands with coral reefs and a distinct Ryukyu culture.
Eat like a local
- SushiStraight from the counter, often just minutes from the market.
- RamenRich bowls of noodles in shoyu, miso or tonkotsu broth.
- TempuraSeafood and vegetables fried in a light, crisp batter.
The story of Tokyo
Tokyo began as Edo, a fishing village that became the seat of the Tokugawa shoguns in 1603. When the emperor moved here in 1868 it was renamed Tokyo. Rebuilt after the 1923 earthquake and again after World War II, it hosted the Olympics in 1964 and 2021.
Japan through history
- 794
Kyoto becomes the imperial capital.
- 1603
Tokugawa Ieyasu founds the shogunate in Edo.
- 1868
The Meiji Restoration: Edo is renamed Tokyo.
- 1945
World War II ends; Japan rebuilds.
- 1964
Tokyo hosts the Olympics and the first bullet train opens.
- 2021
Tokyo hosts the delayed 2020 Olympic Games.
Good to know
- Best time to go
- Late March to early April for cherry blossoms, and October to November for autumn colors.
- Getting around
- Trains and subways go everywhere and run on time. Get a Suica or Pasmo card on your phone or at a station.
- Language
- Japanese; English signs at stations and airports
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When you land in Tokyo
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Questions about Tokyo
Which airports serve Tokyo?
Haneda (HND), Narita International (NRT). Search code: TYO.
What currency is used in Tokyo?
Japanese yen (JPY).
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