5 Days in Tokyo Japan Itinerary

Begin your morning with a peaceful stroll through Ueno Park (Ueno Koen), home to several museums and beautiful landscapes. Have breakfast at Park Side Cafe located within the park.

Afterward, visit the renowned Tokyo National Museum located in Ueno Park. This museum houses an extensive collection of art and artifacts from Japan's history. For lunch, try traditional Japanese cuisine at Inshotei, also located in Ueno Park.

In the evening, head over to the vibrant district of Shibuya. Explore its famous crossing and enjoy some shopping. For dinner, visit Gonpachi Shibuya, known for its delicious yakitori and lively atmosphere.

Start your day with a visit to the futuristic district of Odaiba. Begin with a walk through Odaiba Seaside Park (Oaidaba Kaihin Koen), offering beautiful views of Tokyo Bay. Have breakfast at Eggs 'n Things Odaiba for some Hawaiian-style pancakes.

Next, explore the interactive exhibits at teamLab Borderless digital art museum in Odaiba. This immersive experience is perfect for art lovers. For lunch, dine at Miraikan Cafe inside the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation.

In the evening, take a trip to Akihabara (Akihabara), Tokyo's famous electronics district known for its anime culture. Enjoy dinner at Kanda Yabu Soba, one of Akihabara's best soba restaurants.

Begin your day with a relaxing walk through Shinjuku Park (Shinjuku Gyoen), one of Tokyo's largest parks featuring various gardens. Have breakfast at Shinjuku Gyoen Ramen Ouka nearby.

Afterward, head over to Mitaka to visit the whimsical world of Studio Ghibli at the renowned Ghibli Museum. Enjoy lunch at their on-site cafe which offers themed dishes inspired by Studio Ghibli films.

Conclude your day with some fun in Shinjuku's entertainment district by visiting Memory Lane (Memory Lane (Omoide Yokocho)). Enjoy dinner here by trying out various izakayas that line this nostalgic alleyway.

Take an early morning trip out to Yokohama Zoo ''Zoorasia'' (Yokohama Zoo ''Zoorasia''). It's one of Japan’s largest zoos featuring animals from around the world in spacious enclosures mimicking their natural habitats. Have breakfast before you leave Tokyo or grab something quick on-the-go.

Continue exploring Yokohama by visiting Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum (Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum (Shinyokohama Raumen Museum)). This unique museum showcases different styles of ramen from across Japan that you can sample for lunch.

Return back to Tokyo in time for an evening stroll through Yanaka (Yanaka), an old neighborhood that survived much of World War II bombings retaining its historic charm today. Dine at one of Yanaka’s quaint eateries like Hantei where you can enjoy kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers).