Tokyo, first timer

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Weekend getaway13 places · 4 lists · 3-day itinerary

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Tokyo, first timer — Tokyo, Japan

Neon crossings, dawn temples, tiny izakayas, and a skyline that never quits. This weekend getaway itinerary maps out 13 hand-picked places across Tokyo, Japan over 3 days — from the must-see landmarks to the local spots worth the detour. Preview the whole plan on the map, then duplicate it in Arriv to swap in your own picks, set your dates, and invite your crew.

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3-day Tokyo itinerary

Day 1

  1. 08:00Tsukiji Outer Market — Graze your way through breakfast
  2. 10:30Senso-ji Temple — Temple before the tour buses
  3. 12:30Tokyo Skytree — Up the tower nearby
  4. 15:00teamLab Planets — Timed entry — don't be late
  5. 19:00Omoide Yokocho — Yakitori down Memory Lane

Day 2

  1. 09:30Meiji Jingu Shrine — Quiet forest shrine to start
  2. 11:00Harajuku & Takeshita Street — Straight into Harajuku color
  3. 14:00Shibuya Crossing — Walk the scramble
  4. 16:30Shibuya Sky — Rooftop for sunset — book ahead
  5. 18:30Ichiran Shibuya — Ramen booth for one
  6. 20:30Golden Gai — Bar-hop the alleys

Day 3

  1. 10:00Shinjuku Gyoen — Slow morning in the garden
  2. 13:00Shimokitazawa — Vintage-shop the afternoon away

What's on this Tokyo itinerary

13 places across 4 lists.

Icons & views

  • Senso-ji Temple — Tokyo's oldest temple. Come by 8am to beat the crowds through the lantern gate.
  • Shibuya Crossing — The world's busiest scramble. Watch it from the Starbucks window, then walk it.
  • Tokyo Skytree — 634m tower — clearest views right after opening or at dusk.
  • Shinjuku Gyoen — The city's best garden — cherry blossoms in spring, calm any time.

Neighborhoods

  • Harajuku & Takeshita Street — Crepes, rainbow cotton candy, and Tokyo street style at full volume.
  • Shimokitazawa — Vintage shops, record stores, and pour-over cafés. The chill afternoon.
  • teamLab Planets — Wade through water and infinite light. Book a timed ticket well ahead.

Eat & drink

  • Tsukiji Outer Market — Grazing breakfast — tamago on a stick, uni, fresh sushi. Go hungry, go early.
  • Omoide Yokocho — 'Memory Lane' — smoky alley of yakitori counters seating six.
  • Ichiran Shibuya — Solo tonkotsu ramen booths. Order from the vending machine out front.
  • Golden Gai — Six alleys of tiny themed bars, most seating five. Look for 'tourists welcome' signs.

Culture

  • Meiji Jingu Shrine — Forest shrine steps from Harajuku's chaos. Write a wish on an ema.
  • Shibuya Sky — Open-air rooftop deck. Book the sunset slot for the whole city glowing on.

Tokyo weekend getaway — FAQ

How many days do you need in Tokyo?
This itinerary is built for 3 days and covers 13 spots across Tokyo, Japan. Once you duplicate it in Arriv you can stretch it out or trim it to fit your trip.
What are the must-do things in Tokyo?
Highlights on this weekend getaway itinerary include Senso-ji Temple, Shibuya Crossing, Tokyo Skytree, plus 10 more places you can explore on the interactive map.
Is this Tokyo itinerary free?
Yes. Preview the full itinerary and map for free, then duplicate it into your own Arriv trip to customize it, add reservations, and plan together with friends.
Can I customize this Tokyo trip?
Absolutely. Tap "Use this trip" to get an editable copy — swap places, reorder the days, set your travel dates, and share it with your group.

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