Haneda Airport 26 min
Harajuku (22 min) Cool area known for street art, trendy youth fashion, vintage & cosplay shops & casual street fare. Tokyo National Museum (12 min) Stately museum complex devoted to the art & antiquities of Japan, as well as other Asian countries. Imperial Palace (7 min) This site with scenic gardens & tours of the grounds is the main residence of the emperor of Japan. Kaminarimon Gate Senso-ji (12 min) A 3.9-meter-tall lantern greets visitors to this stately gate at the entrance to Sensō-ji temple. Edo Castle Ruins (7 min) Moats, walls & other remains of this castle built in 1457 are now part of the Tokyo Imperial Palace. Tokyo Skytree (17 min) World's tallest freestanding broadcasting tower with an observation deck boasting 360-degree views. Sensō-ji (13 min) Completed in 645, this temple, Tokyo's oldest, was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy. Roppongi (15 min) Lively destination featuring bustling bars/nightlife, restaurants, boutiques & fine art venues. Meiji Jingu (21 min) Surrounded by forest, this venerable Shinto shrine features a seasonal iris garden. Ueno Zoo (13 min) 19th-century zoo with 400+ animal species, including pandas, a petting area & a 5-story pagoda. Odaiba (16 min) Entertainment district on an artificial island featuring museums, a Ferris wheel & more. Tokyo Tower (16 min) Reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, this landmark features observation areas & other attractions. Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden (19 min) This former estate is now a 144-acre park with diverse garden areas, grassy expanses & a greenhouse. Ueno Onshi Park (10 min) Popular city park featuring ample walking paths, a lake with boat rentals, a zoo & several museums. Hamarikyu Gardens (11 min) Public park with a pond, laid out in the Edo-period style, on the site of 17th-century Shogun villa. |