Top Things To Do In Tokyo

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Tourists exploring the best things to do in Tokyo with a local guide
Tourists exploring the best things to do in Tokyo with a local guide

Wondering what to do in Tokyo?

Tokyo is positively spilling over with entertainment and activities that can’t be found anywhere else on earth. The Japanese capital sprawls and stretches as far as the eye can see, with some neighborhoods harking back to the wood-built, lantern-lit Japan of old and others so mind-bendingly futuristic they could have been dreamt up in a sci-fi novel. In a city with such an effortless balance between the traditional and the modern, the best things to do in Tokyo span centuries. From exploring ancient temples and treasure-filled museums to walking down skyscraper-lined streets between neon-lit restaurants and karaoke bars, Tokyo is a feast of the unmissable.

Local guide enjoying a meal with tourists while on a food tour of Tokyo

From 100-yen sushi 1000-year-old Kaiseki

Of all the things to do in Tokyo, soaking up the food scene should be top of the list. Tokyo may have more Michelin-starred dining spots than any other city in the world, but it’s the city’s unpretentious eating spots that make its culinary culture so incredible. You could sample humble street food at a night market, grab a bento box at a convenience store, then wash it down with a drink at a no-frills standing bar – or you could splurge on a multi-course traditional Kaiseki meal followed by drinks and small plates at an upmarket izakaya. The foodie things to do in Tokyo don’t disappoint.

Tourists enjoying the beautiful cherry blossoms while on a boat ride in Tokyo

Weird, wacky and wonderful

The city is brimming with the uncanny, interesting, and just plain strange, with experiences and attractions that are unique to Tokyo. Its quirky underbelly isn’t hard to find. Wacky places to see and things to do in Tokyo range from entire streets dedicated to kitchen utensils to themed cafés celebrating otaku culture. Maybe you’ll get treated like royalty at a maid – or butler – café, get a tiny doll that looks exactly like you made at Clone Factory, or see the first hotel in the world to have holographic staff. The bizarre things to do in Tokyo are some of the most memorable.

Tourists crossing a busy road with a local guide on a night tour of Tokyo

Tokyo by night

When night falls, the list of things to do in Tokyo only gets longer. The disappearing daylight is replaced with neon signs, lanterns, and LED screens, and the city has a totally different feel. Tokyo’s unique bar culture is ripe for exploration, from ramshackle izakaya to standing tachinomiya taverns to upmarket cocktail lounges. You could head to glitzy Ginza where the wealthy gather, or stroll down unassuming cobbled alleys between tiny restaurants packed with people snacking on small plates. It won’t be long before you’re cheering “kanpai!” with noisy locals over a sake (or several).

Latest reviews from our guests

    Our guide Marek gave us an excellent 4 hour guided tour our first day in Tokyo. It was the perfect way to get oriented to the city - its history, culture, and the logistics of getting around! He made sure to confirm an easy meeting place, showed up on time, and adapted our 4 hours as we went to best suit our interests. His background in Japanese language and culture allowed him to share lots of great insights, and we left feeling much more comfortable about being in a new city. He guided us through how to pray at a Shinto shrine, the major historical milestones of Japan history, and took us to a free observatory tower! He also gave us some great restaurant recommendations, and we connected on whatsapp for any follow up questions. We were really pleased with the experience and would definitely recommend this exeperience, and in particular Marek as a guide!

    13 July 2026

    Rob E

    Our tour guide Monta was excellent. He was very knowledgeable and flexible with our needs and taught us much about the Japanese culture

    8 July 2026

    Sean C

    The fact that the tour was entirely customizable was my favorite aspect. The views from SkyTree were amazing and I felt at home in the Shinto Shrine we visited.

    7 July 2026

    John H

    Kay was fantastic. He was attentive and very knowledgeable. He was personable and took us to many great places!

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