Haneda Airport 1 hr 5
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building (45 min) Kenzo Tange-designed City Hall complex with views from the tallest building's observation decks. Meiji Jingu (42 min) Surrounded by forest, this venerable Shinto shrine features a seasonal iris garden. 三鷹の森ジブリ美術館 (19 min) Whimsical museum dedicated to the famed animation studio with a play area, theater & rooftop garden. Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum (13 min) Open-air museum with a collection of Japanese structures from many periods of history, plus a cafe. Kabukicho (38 min) Famed entertainment district best known for adult-oriented nightlife plus clubs, pubs & snack bars. Kichijōji (22 min) Neighborhood acclaimed for its sizable shopping district, zoo & park with boats & cherry blossoms. Shinjuku Golden Gai (40 min) Festive, popular city district famed for its narrow, winding alleys & numerous snug taverns. Harajuku (50 min) Cool area known for street art, trendy youth fashion, vintage & cosplay shops & casual street fare. Roppongi Hills (53 min) Complex housing offices, restaurants & art museum, plus a skyscraper with a roof observation deck. Sanrio Puroland (52 min) Grand indoor Sanrio character park with rides & entertainment attractions, restaurants & shops. Roppongi (54 min) Lively destination featuring bustling bars/nightlife, restaurants, boutiques & fine art venues. Yoyogi Park (46 min) Large, public city park with lakes, fountains & forested areas with mature trees. Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden (47 min) This former estate is now a 144-acre park with diverse garden areas, grassy expanses & a greenhouse. Imperial Palace (49 min) This site with scenic gardens & tours of the grounds is the main residence of the emperor of Japan. Inokashira Park (18 min) Established in 1917, this 95-acre city park features a pond with boating facilities, a zoo & trails. |