VAC TOKYO

1. The Imperial Palace

The imperial residence is a complex of buildings spread out across 3.41km² of lush landscaped gardens and grounds, it includes
the palace itself, a museum, archive, administrative offices and the private residence of the present imperial family. The palace
complex includes the Outer Garden, East Garden and the Kitanomaru Park. The ... read
 Tokyo Day Tour: Meiji Shrine, Asakusa Temple and Tokyo Bay Cruise.
Address: 1-1 Chiyada, Tokyo
Opening : 9:00 - 16:30, until 17:00 mid Apr - Aug, until 16:00 Nov - Feb. Closed Mondays, Fridays, New Year...
2. Imperial Palace East Garden
The Imperial Palace East Gardens are located in the inner palace area where Tokugawa Shogun (1603-1867) and later emperor
Meiji (1868-1888) once resided in Edo Castle. The main buildings no longer exist but visitors can see the remains of walls, gates,
moats, guardhouses and the foundation of the massive castle tower which stood on a
Tokyo Morning Tour: Meiji Shrine, Senso-ji Temple and Ginza Shopping District
Opening : Tue-Thur and Sat-Sun 9:00am-5:00pm (to 4:30pm Mar to mid-Apr and Sep-Oct, to 4:00pm Nov-Feb).
3. Shibuya
The name Shibuya hasn't got the word "buy" in it for nothing! The area is one of Tokyo's shopping Meccas. The popular
shopping and restaurant district centers around the Shibuya train station but the large ward extends to include sites like Yoyogi
Park, Takashita-Dori, Meiji Jingu, Harajuku, Sendagaya and Omotesando. The Shibuya
Address: Shibuya, Tokyo
4. Sensoji Temple
This is Tokyo's oldest temple and it holds a special place in the heart of the people. The history of the temple begins in 628 when
a statue of the Bodhisattva Kannon Buddha was drawn up in fishermen's nets in the then capital of Asuka. Kannondo Hall was
built to accommodate the statue in 645 and soon after the temple priest had a ... read
Address: 2 Chome-3-1 Asakusa, Taito, Tokyo, Japan
Opening Hours: Daily 6.30am-5:00pm
5. Meiji Jingu Shrine
Meiji Jingu is a Shinto shrine, Shinto is considered Japan's most ancient religion based on harmony and traditional values. In the
Shinto faith the divine spirit or Kami is found in nature and righteous people. The Meiji Jingu Shrine is dedicated to the souls of
the Emperor Shoken and Empress Shoken who passed away in 1912 and 1914 ... read
Address: 1-1 Yoyogikamizonocho, Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan
Opening Hours: Daily sunrise to sunset (about 4:30pm in winter)
6. Ueno Park
Located in the Ueno district this is one of the city's most important parks. The park was opened in 1873 on land that had been part
of the Kan'ei-ji Temple grounds. It was one of the first public parks in the city, and like many things during the early Meiji Period
there were Western influences.
Address: 5-20 Uenokoen, Taito, Tokyo, Japan
7. Tokyo Tower
This is a telecommunications tower and site of an observation deck in the Minato district. The tower is a landmark of the city and
symbol of ingenuity and triumph, it was constructed in 1958.  The tower rises 333 meters from the ground and is the 2nd tallest
structure in Japan. The tower was inspired by the Eiffel Tower in Paris and ... read
Tokyo Tower, Tea Ceremony and Sumida River Cruise Day Tour
Address: 4 Chome-2-8 Shibakoen, Minato, Tokyo, Japan
Opening Hours: Daily 9:00am-10:00pm
8. Shinjuku Gyoen
This public park was constructed as the garden of a feudal lord's mansion during the Edo Era; it was completed in 1906 and is
Tokyo's largest park and perhaps most beautiful park. Following WWII the 144 acre park was open to
Address: 11 Naitomachi, Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan
Opening Hours: Tue-Sun 9am-4:30pm
9. Mt Fuji

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Mount Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan reaching a height of 3,776 meters. It is situated on the border of Shizuoka and
Yamanashi prefectures just 100km west of Tokyo. Fuji is part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park and is surrounded by five
lakes and pristine countryside. The picturesque mountain plays a role in the spiritual,
Mt Fuji, Lake Ashi and Bullet Train Day Trip from Tokyo.
Address: Mount Fuji, Kitayama, Fujinomiya, Shizuoka, Japan
10. Akihabara
This is an area in Tokyo best known for its high-tech shops, entertainment venues and dining opportunities. Akihabara is
nicknamed "Electric Town" as the stores here are predominantly electronic and gadget stores. Akihabara is located in the
Chiyoda ward. In the many gadget stores of Akihabara you can pick up reasonably
11. Tsukiji Fish Market
Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 5-11:00am (best time 5-9:00am)
12. Asakusa Shrine
This shrine is designed in the gongen-zukuri style and was built in 1649 during the Edo Period. It used to be known as Sanja-
sama (the Shrine of Three Gods). The shrine is a designated as an Important Cultural Property. It is the site of Sanja Matsuri, one
of Tokyo's three great annual festivals and one of Tokyo's most spectacular events. The Shinto
Address: 2-3-１ Asakusa, Taito, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan
Opening Hours: Mon - Sun 9:00am - 4:30pm
13. HamaRikyu Garden
These gardens were a branch of Edo Castle during the reign of Tokugawa Shogunate and served as hunting grounds. The gardens
are believed to be as they were during the Tokugawa Ienari Era, following the Meiji Restoration the gardens became part of the
Imperial household and the name was changed to Hama-rikyu (detached palace ... read
Opening Hours: Daily 9:00am-5:00pm
14. 3Tokyo National Museum
This museum was established in 1871 as a section of the Ministry of Education. It has changed names and location several times
and in 1882 arrived at the present location in Ueno Park. It is the oldest and largest museum in Japan.
Opening : Tue-Sun 9:30am-5:00pm (enter by 4:30pm, Apr-Dec till 8:00pm Fri during special exhibitions, Apr-S...
15. Harajuku
Harajuku is not only a shopping district it is also the name of a specific fashion style associated with young Japanese girls.
Harajuku is located between Shinjuku and Shibuya from Harajuku Station to Omotesando area. The Japanese girls who follow
the Harajuku fashion style dress up like anime characters, punks or characters like ... read more
Scholar-Led Architectural Walking Tour: Harajuku, Omotesando and Roppongi.
16.  Museum of Nature and Science
Located in Ueno Park this museum opened its doors in 1871 and has changed names several times. The museum focuses on
natural history and scientific experiments as well as an exhibition on pre-Meiji science in Japan
Opening Hours: Tue-Sun 9:00am-5:00pm (to 8:00pm Fri)
17. Tokyo Skytree
This is the tallest building in Japan; it rises 634 meters from the ground and functions as a television broadcasting tower and
observation point. It is the tallest tower in the world and the 2nd tallest structure after Burj Khalifa. The tower is located in Tokyo
SkyTree Town in Sumida City Ward. There are two observation levels on ... read more
Tokyo Skytree, Asakusa and Central Tokyo Sightseeing Tour.
Address: 1-1-２ Oshiage, Sumida, Tokyo 131-0045, Japan
Opening Hours: 8:00am - 10:00pm
18. Ginza
Ginza is one of Tokyo's many shopping areas; The area is centered on the Ginza 4-Chrome intersection in the Chuo ward not far
from the Imperial Palace. Chuo-dori and Harumi-dori intersect here and on Sunday ... read
19. Museum of Modern Art
This museum (MOMAT) is divided into three sections: art; craft and design and film. The art museum opened in 1952 and since
then the premises have expanded, the main (art museum) building is located in Kitanomaru Park. In the art section you can find
one of the largest collections of Japanese art consisting of approximately 12,000 pieces. There are paintings, prints and ... read
Opening Hours: Tue-Sun 10:00am-5:00pm (to 8:00pm Fri)
20. Tokyo Solamachi

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Tokyo Solamachi (Tokyo Sky Town) is the shopping centre and entertainment complex at the base of the Tokyo Skytree
skyscraper. The complex is accessible from the underground Oshiage Station. The complex has the Sumida Aquarium, a
planetarium and the Japanese Experience
Address: 1-1-２ Oshiage, Sumida, Tokyo 131-0045, Japan
Opening Hours: Mon - Sun 10:00am - 9:00pm
21. Shinjuku
Shinjuku is one of the 23 wards of Tokyo, an important commercial, entertainment and transportation hub as well as a hot spot
for shopping. The area is a cacophony of bright neon lights, traffic and people. The world's busiest train station is located here at
Shinjuku Station. West of the station are many of the city's most ... read more
22. Yoyogi Park
This is one of the city's largest parks and is located in Shibuya; the land where the park stands today was where Japan's first
successful powered aircraft took off in 1910. The park grounds were later a US military barracks (Washington Heights) during
the Allied occupation. In 1964 it was one of the Olympic sites used as the main athletes' village and as a sporting venue. ... read
more
Address: Japan,151-0052 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jinnan, 2 Chome1 都道 413 号線
Opening Hours: Daily 5:00am-8:00pm, mid-Oct-Apr daily 5:00am-5:00pm
23. Edo-Tokyo Museum
This museum was opened in 1993 to preserve the historic heritage of Edo-Tokyo.  The museum exhibits focus on Tokyo's Edo
period, culture and history; it follows the city's progress through the Meiji and Showa periods up until recent years. Edo was
Tokyo's name from 1603 to 1868 when Japan was ruled by Tokugawa Shogunate; during this
Best of Edo Japan: Nikko National Park and Edo Wonderland Day Trip from Tokyo.
Address: 1 Chome-4-1 Yokoami, Sumida, Tokyo, Japan
: Monday: Closed,Tuesday: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm,Wednesday: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm,Thursday: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm...
24. Tokyo Government Office
The impressive government building ("Tocho") takes up three city blocks in Shinjuku, there are three buildings, two are
(Assembly Building) 8 stories high and 7 stories high and the main building is 48 stories high. At its highest point the building
reaches 248 meters. The tallest building splits into two towers at the 33rd ... read more
Opening Hours: Daily 9:30am-10:30pm
25. National Art Centre
This art exhibition facility in Roppongi is one of 5 institutions under the umbrella of the Independent administrative Institution.
The center has one of the largest exhibition areas in Japan covering 14,000m² of exhibition space spread over 3 floors and a
basement level. All of this space is used for temporary exhibitions. The ... read more
Opening Hours: Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat & Sun 10:00am-6:00pm, Fri 10:00am-8:00pm
26. Sony Building
Address: 5 Chome-3-1 Ginza, Chuo, Tokyo, Japan
Opening Hours: Daily 11:00am-7:00pm
27. Marunouchi
This prestigious commercial area is located in Chiyoda, it is home to Tokyo's financial district and the headquarters of Japan's
three largest banks. Marunouchi takes up the area between the Imperial Palace Outer Gardens and Tokyo Station. In the area next
to the Tokyo Station is a Meiji Era red brick building. The Marunouchi Building has 6 floors of shopping and dining as ...read
28. Mori Art Museum
This contemporary art museum is situated on the 53rd floor of Roppongi Hills Mori Tower. The museum was founded by Minoru
Mori, a real estate developer who was responsible for the Roppongi Hills complex where the Mori Tower is located. The interior
architecture of the galleries was designed by architect Richard Gluckman. As
Address: 6 Chome-10-1 Roppongi, Minato, Tokyo, Japan
Opening Hours: Mon & Wed-Sun 10:00am-10:00pm, Tue 10:00am-5:00pm
29. Yasukuni Shrine
This Shinto shrine is located in central Tokyo and is dedicated to fallen soldiers.
Address: 3 Chome-8-2 Kudanminami, Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan
Opening Hours: Shrine daily 24 hours, Yushukan daily 9:00am-5:00pm

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 30. Ota Memorial Museum of Art
Literally translated Ukiyo-E means "floating world", it is a unique form of traditional Japanese art using woodblock prints and
painting originating in the Tokugawa Era. This art form reached its peak during the Edo Period when the pieces depicted
beautiful women, landscapes and cultural heroes. A number of carved woodblocks are used to print. The Ukiyo-E-Ota Memorial
Address: 1 Chome-10-10 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan
Opening : Tue-Sun 10.30am-5.30pm, often closed 27th to last day of each month
31. Tokyo Disneyland & DisneySea
Opening Hours: Daily 8 or 9:00am to 10:00pm
32. Nezu Museum
Nezu Kaichiro Senior, the president of Tobu Railway requested in his will that a foundation be established to preserve his private
art collection. This was done and the year after his death in 1940 the museum was opened in his home.
Opening Hours: Tue-Sun 10:00am-5:00pm
33. Sunshine International Aquarium
This aquarium is located on the 10th floor of Sunshine City, an enormous shopping complex.
Address: 3 Chome-2-1 Higashiikebukuro, Toshima, Tokyo, Japan
: Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM,Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM,Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM,Thursday: 10:...
Roppongi (six trees) is an area of nightclubs, bars, stores and places of entertainment located in the Minato ward. From Roppongi
train station you can reach two of the main streets in the area, Roppongi–dori and Gaien Higashi where most of the bars are
located. Most of the bars and nightclubs stay open until the early hours of the ... read
A visit to Roppongi is not fully complete until you get the chance to taste the local food. Roppongi Hills Walking Tour with
Sukiyaki or Shabu Shabu Dinneroffers you just that.
34. National Museum of Western Art
NMWA is located in Ueno Park in central Tokyo.
Address: 7-7 Uenokoen, Taito, Tokyo, Japan
Opening Hours: Tue-Sun 9:30am-5:00pm (to 8:00pm Fri)
35. Ueno Zoo
This zoo is located in Ueno Park. The zoo has the monorail which connects the east and western parts of the zoo.
Address: 3 Chome-1-33 Ikenohata, Taito, Tokyo, Japan
Opening Hours: Tue-Sun 9:30am-5:00pm (enter by 4:00pm)
36. Seaside top
The Seaside Top observation deck is on the 40th floor of the World Trade Center Tokyo Building (WTC) located in the
Hamamatsucho District. The observation deck is 152 meters from the ground and has a 200 meter
Address: 2-4-1 Hamamatsucho, Minato, Tokyo Prefecture 105-0013, Japan
Opening Hours: Mon-Sun 10:00am-8:30pm
37. Ikebukuro
Ikebukuro is located in the Toshima ward and centers on the Ikebukuro Station, . Close to the train station are several important
department stores including the Seibu and Tobu Department Stores.
Address: Ikebukuro, Tokyo
38. Tokyo Dome City
-divided into the Tokyo Dome Stadium; the amusement park Tokyo Dome City Attractions; Korakuen Hall; the
Address: 1 Chome-3-61 Koraku, Bunkyo, Tokyo 112-8562, Japan
Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 10:00am-9:00pm, Sat-Sun and holidays 9:30am-9:00pm
39. Tokyo International Forum
Address: 3 Chome-6-21 Marunouchi, Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan
Opening Hours: Monday: 7:00 am – 11:30 pm,Tuesday: 7:00 am – 11:30 pm,Wednesday: 7:00 am – 11:30 pm,Thursday: 7:0...
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The Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo (MOT) was established in 1995, it is located next to Kiba Park and features both
Address: 4 Chome-1-1 Miyoshi, Koto, Tokyo, Japan
Opening Hours: Tue-Sun 10:00am-6:00pm, closed Tue if Mon a public holiday
41. Tokyo Sea Life Park
Located in Rinkai-cho this is one of several aquariums in and around Tokyo.
The Tokyo by Bike: Edogawa Including Sea Life Aquarium and Kasai Rinkai Park 
Address: 6 Chome-2-3 Rinkaicho, Edogawa, Tokyo, Japan
Opening Hours: Thur-Tue 9:30am-5:00pm (enter by 4:00pm)
42. Rikugien Garden
In 1702 (during the Edo Period) this garden was created on the grounds of the villa home of Mr. Yoshiyasu Yanagisawa, a
Address: 6 Chome-16-3 Honkomagome, Bunkyo, Tokyo, Japan
Opening : Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM,Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM,Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM,Thursday: 9:00 A...
43. Kidzania- an eduentertainment venue
Address: Japan, 〒135-8614 Tokyo, Koto, Toyosu, 2−4−9 ア
Opening Hours: Mon - Sun 9:00am - 3:00pm, 4:00pm-9:00pm
44. Rainbow Bridge
This Tokyo landmark is a 918 meter long suspension bridge which connects Odaiba with the Tokyo Waterfront across northern
Tokyo Bay. The bottom of the bridge is 54 meters above the water and it is supported by white towers on both shores. Solar
45. Suntory Museum of Art
This is a private museum which holds approximately 3,000 Japanese works of art and crafts.
Address: 9 Chome-7-4 Akasaka, Minato, Tokyo, Japan
Opening Hours: Sun-Mon and holidays 10:30am-6:00pm, Wed-Sat 10:00am-8:00pm
46. Ghibli Museum
The Ghibli Museum shows Studio Ghibli, a Japanese anime film studio. The museum is in Inokashira Park, Mitaka.
Address: 1 Chome-1-83 Shimorenjaku, Mitaka, Tokyo, Japan
Opening Hours: Wed-Mon 10:00am-6:00pm
47. Ryogoku Kokugikan
This is an indoor sumo wrestling arena; Seeing a traditional sumo wrestling match (honbasho) is a "must-do" for any visitor to
Japan. The sumo tournaments are held here 3 times a year in January, May and September.
Opening Hours: Tournaments run several times a year
48. Shitamachi Museum
-located in Ueno Park, the literal translation of the name is "downtown" or "old town" and refers to the area where Get a sense of
culture in Shitamachi Museum with Tokyo by Bike: Skytree, Kiyosumi Garden and Sumo Stadium.
Address: 2 Chome-13-3 Ueno, Taito, Tokyo, Japan
: Monday: Closed,Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM,Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM,Thursday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM...
49. Museum of Science and Innovation
Address: 2 Chome-3-6 Aomi, Koto, Tokyo 135-0064, Japan
Opening Hours: Wed-Mon 10:00am-5:00pm
50. Oedo-Onsen-Monogatari
This is a hot spring theme park in Odaiba on Tokyo Bay. Playing on the traditional Japanese bath house this site takes visitors
back to the Edo Era with its extravagant décor and lavish surroundings. Onsen means hot spring in
Address: 2 Chome-6-3 Aomi, Koto, Tokyo, Japan
Opening Hours: Daily 11:00am-9:00am next day (no entry after 7:00am)
51. Megaweb- car themed entertainment attraction in the Palette Town shopping center,
Address: 1 Chome-3-12 Aomi, Koto, Tokyo, Japan

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Opening Hours: Daily 11:00am-9:00pm for most attractions (7pm for the Universal section)
52. Open-Air Folk House Museum
This site is located in Kawasaki City and displays traditional Japanese architecture from across the country dating back to the
17th century and the Edo Period (1603-1867). There are 25 buildings including farm houses; a water mill; a kabuki stage dating
back to 1857; a Shinto shrine (1860's); a ferry man's hut from 1925; a gate from an
Opening Hours: Tue-Sun 9:30am-5:00pm (to 4:30pm Nov-Feb)
53. Hanayashiki
Hanayashiki is an amusement park located in
Address: 2 Chome-28-1 Asakusa, Taito, Tokyo, Japan
Opening Hours: Daily 10:00am-6:00pm (to 5:00pm in winter)
54. Panasonic Center
This is a company showroom near Odaiba where Panasonic displays its products including all the latest gadgets on
Address: 3 Chome-5-1 Ariake, Koto, Tokyo, Japan
: Monday: Closed,Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM,Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM,Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00...
55. Fukagawa Edo Museumn Call for updated information on hours
The Fukagawa Edo Museum is located near the north entrance to Kiyosumi Park,  This museum takes visitors back in time to a
19th century riverside Edo neighborhood called Saga-cho during the end of the Tokugawa Period. Edo was Tokyo's former name.
Opening Hours: Call for updated information on hours
56. MorioTokyo Museum of Photography
This museum of photography (nicknamed "Syabi") in Meguro-ku's Yebisu Garden Place holds approximately 22,000 pieces.
Opening Hours: Sat-Sun and Tue-Wed 10:00am-6:00pm, Thur-Fri 10:00am-8:00pm
57. Open Air Architectural Museum
This is the Edo-Tokyo Museum's sister museum, it is located in Koganei Park and displays relocated or recreated typical Tokyo
buildings. Due to natural disasters like earthquakes, floods and fires as well as the devastation of war,
Address: 3 Chome-7-1 Sakuracho, Koganei, Tokyo, Japan
: Monday: Closed,Tuesday: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm,Wednesday: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm,Thursday: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm...
58. The Former Kusuo Yasuda Residence
Located in Bunkyo-ku this traditional wood home has unique architecture and is a rare example of this type of building.
Address: 5 Chome-20-18 Sendagi, Bunkyo, Tokyo, Japan
: Monday: Closed,Tuesday: Closed,Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM,Thursday: Closed,Friday: Closed,Satur...
59. Museum of Maritime Science
. The museum is located at Odaiba on Tokyo Bay.
Address: 3 Higashiyashio, Shinagawa, Tokyo 135-8587, Japan
Opening Hours: Tue-Sun 10:00am-5:00pm
60. Tokyo Racecourse- located in Fuchu City
Address: 3 Chome-10-5 Miyamachi, Fuchu, Tokyo, Japan
Opening Hours: Depends on the raceday
61. Hara Museum of Contemporary Art- early-Showa art-deco, Bauhaus-style architecture.
Opening Hours: Tue, Thur-Sun, and holidays 11:00am-5:00pm, Wed 11:00am-8:00pm
62. Jiyugakuen Myonichikan
This important cultural property and former private school was designed by American architect Frank Lloyd Wright best known
for his design of New York's Guggenheim Museum. Wright, who designed Tokyo's Imperial Hotel which was demolished in
1968, was in Tokyo when he met the founders of the school.
Address: 2 Chome-31-3 Nishiikebukuro, Toshima, Tokyo, Japan
Opening Hours: Tue-Sun 10:00am-4:00pm

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