Haneda Airport 38 min
Sensō-ji (20 min) Completed in 645, this temple, Tokyo's oldest, was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy. Rikugien Gardens (8 min) Picturesque garden featuring traditional Japanese landscaping, several teahouses & a central pond. Meiji Jingu (29 min) Surrounded by forest, this venerable Shinto shrine features a seasonal iris garden. Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden (27 min) This former estate is now a 144-acre park with diverse garden areas, grassy expanses & a greenhouse. Roppongi (27 min) Lively destination featuring bustling bars/nightlife, restaurants, boutiques & fine art venues. Ueno Zoo (15 min) 19th-century zoo with 400+ animal species, including pandas, a petting area & a 5-story pagoda. Harajuku (29 min) Cool area known for street art, trendy youth fashion, vintage & cosplay shops & casual street fare. Yoyogi Park (26 min) Large, public city park with lakes, fountains & forested areas with mature trees. Tokyo Skytree (23 min) World's tallest freestanding broadcasting tower with an observation deck boasting 360-degree views. Imperial Palace (18 min) This site with scenic gardens & tours of the grounds is the main residence of the emperor of Japan. Ueno Onshi Park (15 min) Popular city park featuring ample walking paths, a lake with boat rentals, a zoo & several museums. Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building (27 min) Kenzo Tange-designed City Hall complex with views from the tallest building's observation decks. Tokyo Tower (26 min) Reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, this landmark features observation areas & other attractions. Tokyo National Museum (13 min) Stately museum complex devoted to the art & antiquities of Japan, as well as other Asian countries. Kaminarimon Gate Senso-ji (22 min) A 3.9-meter-tall lantern greets visitors to this stately gate at the entrance to Sensō-ji temple. |