Hey there! Thinking of visiting Tokyo? Well in this video you’ll find the best way to travel Tokyo, fun things to do, the best places to stay and of course essential tips for first timers visiting Tokyo! From the Shibuya Crossing to peaceful temples, we’ll check out the best stuff to do in Tokyo.
Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a Tokyo veteran, this travel guide is packed with tips to help you make your vacation perfect. As we check out the heart of Japan, I hope you find this video useful with your trip and gets you excited to visit, or gives you some travel inspiration to book your next getaway here!
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Chapters:
00:00 – Intro
00:28 – About Tokyo
00:50 – Tips on what to expect
01:32 – Costs
02:14 – Best time to visit
02:37 – Where to stay
03:37 – Best things to do
05:30 – Top tips
Are you traveling to Tokyo for the first time well stay tuned to find out how to make the most of your trip get essential travel tips for your stay and how to avoid common mistakes first-time Travelers make when visiting this country and of course this video will be filled with price breakdowns useful
Information and stunning scenery to prepare you for your vacation so if you’re feeling overwhelmed with planning your vacation then you need to watch this hey guys welcome back to the channel or if you’re new here I’m Jasmine thank you so much for joining me let’s go Tokyo is one of the most
Exciting cities to visit not just in Japan but in the world it’s an absolutely massive City with so many fun and interesting things to see and experience it’s the perfect blend of traditional and Ultra Modern Styles and really is unlike anywhere you’ve been before so if it’s your first time
Visiting I really hope this travel guide helps you make the most of your time in Tokyo you’ll want to know some basic tips first of all but keep watching till the end for even more essential tips and common mistakes to avoid for first timers that you won’t want to miss the
Currency in Tokyo is the Japanese Yen and while credit cards are becoming more widely accepted especially in larger establishments many places still primarily deal in cash so make sure to carry enough Yen around with you ATMs can be found at convenience stores like 7-Eleven another thing to keep in mind
Is that free public Wi-Fi isn’t common so you’ll want to grab a portable Wi-Fi device or a prepaid sim card before you go to save yourself any unexpected datab bills and trust me you will need the Internet because using Google Maps to get around is vital for your first trip
Otherwise you might get a bit lost Tokyo can be pretty expensive but that depends on your travel style there are options for various budgets and you can find anything from luxury hotels to more affordable hostels and street food can be a good cost-effective way to enjoy
Local cuisine on a budget as well as using public transport and taking advantage of the free attractions and activities available but overall most Travelers can expect to spend between $25 to $150 per person per day accommodation costs around 10 to to $50 per person per night and then you’ll
Spend around $25 to $100 per day on food I know they’re pretty wide ranges but that’s the reality it’s very hard to say as everyone’s preferences are different but it is possible to visit Tokyo on a budget if you need to now the best time to visit Tokyo I would say is during
Spring which is March to early April when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom or in Autumn during October to November when the weather is more mild and enjoyable keep in mind that Japan experiences a typhoon season in summer so it’s best to avoid that period it can
Also get very hot and humid during the summer months between July and August with so many parts of Tokyo to visit it can be overwhelming planning on where to base yourself Tokyo has some amazing neighborhoods and where to stay will depend on what you’re most interested in doing my recommendation for first-
Timers would be to stay in the Shinjuku or Shibuya districts as they’re pretty Central vibrant and offer a good mix of entertainment shopping and dining options they’re also well connected by public transport making it easy for you to explore other parts of the city another good reason to stay here is that
Most hotels and restaurants have english- speaking staff as a lot of tourists stay in this area so this will help you out for your first time another great place to stay is Akihabara which is considered the heart of otaku culture and where you’ll find tons of arcade games Electronics made cafes and anime
Shops it’s an amazing place to explore at night and if you’re a bit of a techie or gamer then you’ll love it here Tokyo is such a diverse City that offers tons of things to do for every type of traveler the city seamlessly Blends contrasting attractions where one minute
You’ll find yourself looking at the mass of vibrant neon lights and the next you’ll encounter the Serene Ambiance of the authentic traditional temples and shrines so what are the must sea attractions for your trip to Tokyo well no trip is complete without joining the Sea of people in the busiest
Intersection in the world at the shabuya Crossing it’s the busiest Crossing in Japan with up to 3,000 people at busy time times Crossing At Once in all directions and is such a crazy experience that I’d recommend you check out another mustsee is the senso G Temple it’s one of Tokyo’s most popular
Religious landmarks it’s free to enter and is located in asakusa where you’ll also find the nakami shopping street which has lots of unique authentic Japanese souvenirs Tokyo is amazing for food lovers and a visit to the tsukii outer Market is a must it’s the most famous fish market in Tokyo and is a
Great place to experience Japan’s Market atmosphere while indulging in a delicious array of seafood and Japanese street food it’s free to wander around or you can book a food tour if you’re looking for somewhere to go bar hopping I’d recommend a visit to the golden guy which is located within Tokyo’s Shinjuku
District it’s made up of six tiny alleys packed with almost 200 bars each with its own unique Vibe it’s a very cool area to explore and drink with the locals and if you want to find somewhere to eat before heading over then take a trip down memory lane otherwise known as
Omo yokoo which is a small Alleyway that is lined with great restaurants and food stalls some other cool things you shouldn’t miss out on when visiting is to take a stroll through yoyogi park or weno Park visit the famous Robot Restaurant and see their crazy 90-minute show or discover the tallest tower in
The world at the Tokyo Sky Tree where on a clear day you can see Mount Fuji in the distance tickets cost around $19 there’s also lots of cool museums to check out too so now you know a little about what there is to do where to stay
And when you should visit you’ll need to know a few things before you go so as promised here are some tips to help make your trip go even smoother you won’t see many public trash cans around so be prepared and bring a plastic bag with you leaving your trash in the street is
Super rude and very frowned upon of course so take your trash with you and dispose of it when you can don’t tip tipping is not a common practice here and can be considered rude exceptional service is already included in the prices don’t bother with taxis as Tokyo has a super efficient and extensive
Public transport system and is the easiest way to get around it might seem scary at first but you will figure it out quickly enough and all the signs inside trains and on the platforms are written in English as well as the ticket machines get a prepaid IC card such as
Sua or pasmo for even easier travel it’s kind of like a rechargeable debit card and most shops accept them you can even download the app to your smartphone learn some basic Japanese phrases or use a translator app while many people in Tokyo speak some English learning basic
Japanese phrases can make your trip a little easier and also show respect to the locals know the local etiquette avoid eating on trains or when walking around the streets also talking loudly or making noise on a train is considered incredibly inconsiderate and will be frowned upon by other passengers so keep
Your phone on silent and don’t be that person sharing their whole conversation with the whole train Japan is known for being very polite and respectful of others so you should respect that too when visiting I hope this video has helped you to plan your trip get excited
About going or gave you that nudge to book your next vacation in Tokyo thank you so much for watching and if you enjoyed this video please don’t forget to like And subscribe for more travel guides and essential tips and I’ll see you in the next video