Things to do in Tokyo

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SriTeja Chilakamarri

Things to do in Tokyo

Tokyo - A city filled with delicious food, exceptional skyscrapers, breathtaking architecture and some dynamic night life.This city while having modern buildings also has clean, safe and exceptional parks all around with some really cool and friendly people. Tokyo offers something for everyone.

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Foodie guide

Image - Tsukiji Market
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Tsukiji Market
SriTeja:Best place to experience Tokyo street food. During the tour we tried more than 8 street food, all unique and better than other. You will definitely get confused at all the available options that you can try. Legendary organ stew and Grilled eel skewer are the must try.
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Ichiran Ramen
SriTeja:Best ramen in the entire world, Period. This is by far the best and delicious ramen I have ever had and the 24 hour timing of Ichiran makes it much more accessible and available for everyone. There are ichiran present in almost all top localities in Tokyo. Only downside may be huge lines during peak hours and during weekend. If you are in Tokyo this is the top food you must be trying for sure.
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Image - Kin no Kura Jr.
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Kin no Kura Jr.
SriTeja:This place takes the traditional Japanese dining experience to an entire new high. This buffet place is filled with amazing traditional Japanese dishes, western sides and Italian pizzas and pastas. The deserts are unique and the chocolate fountain adds to the exciting buffet. Even though the buffet comes at some price, it is worth an experience.
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Kazami
SriTeja:A wide restaurant Kazami is located in the narrow alley in Ginza. Flavors of this ramen are often sold as "Couple noodles" all around. Saku kasu's soup is one of the best and highly recommended if you are in Tokyo.
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Kotaro
SriTeja:A unique flair to local cuisine is what Kotaro provides.This place is filled with locals and has a great blend of delicious food with amazing ambience. This place is totally worth it.
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Theme parks

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Tokyo Disneyland
SriTeja:A dreamland of magic and adventures, this is by far the most exciting and interesting theme parks I have been to. You will find numerous fun filled attractions that will sweep you away into the world of the Disney films. Besides great theme park, adorable food and merchandise filled with Disney characters are other great additions which makes it a perfect place to visit over a weekend.
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Tokyo DisneySea
SriTeja:A place packed with adventures and imaginations sail. As soon as you step in, you will transported to different universe with some breath taking attractions, rides filled with adventures and weird and unique food. This along with Disney land stand out as must do's in Tokyo.
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Image - Madame Tussauds Tokyo
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Madame Tussauds Tokyo
SriTeja:A place where you can take a selfie with world's 60 top celebrities. Sporting heroes, Japanese celebrities, J-Pop idols, Hollywood legends etc have a wax statues here. You will have an amazing time here and you can get close to these greats and click a picture with them.
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Fuji-Q Highland
SriTeja:This is the place to experience the worlds most scariest roller coster, anime based themes and some fantastic Mount Fuji views. If you want to scream out of your mind at your highest pitch, go visit Fuji Q highland to have an incredible experience.
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Image - TOKYO TRICK ART MUSEUM
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TOKYO TRICK ART MUSEUM
SriTeja:Visual illusions and 3D artwork, Tokyo trick art museum is packed with interesting and fun tricky arts where you can just pose around and click pictures. This is a unique and weird place to cut some interesting time around in Tokyo.
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Night life

One of best night life you can experience in the world. Lots of dynamic bars and clubs are open all night with a wide range of live performances happening almost at any time of the day.

Image - The Tokyo Pub Crawl
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The Tokyo Pub Crawl
SriTeja:The pub crawl is a must. Raise a glass and say your toast as you meet hundreds on other fun people. This was one of the best experiences I had in Tokyo. The range of bars, clubs and pubs scheduled in this crawl are all fantastic and you would definitely have a great time.
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Kawaii Monster Cafe
SriTeja:Weird cave of cuteness, Kawai Monster cafe is a crazy little place to have fun and interesting experience. Its open all night along and the atmosphere itself makes it worth a visit.
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Tokyo Bay
SriTeja:Siting on top deck while passing through Tokyo's amazing skyscrapers is a great experience. We leave behind the Tokyo Tower, Rainbow Bridge, Tokyo Skytree, and Odaiba before coming to an halt at the Hinode Passenger terminal. If a peaceful evening with friends or family is all you want, then a cruise across Tokyo Bay is a must do.
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Rainbow Karaoke Shibuya
SriTeja:There are endless opportunities if you want to experience a karaoke night with friends or colleagues. Rainbow Karoke in Shibuya is one of a kind.It is a perfect blend of great location, style and price. The awesomeness of this Karoke place is a must experience one in Tokyo.
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Image - 忍者新宿 NINJA SHINJUKU
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忍者新宿 NINJA SHINJUKU
SriTeja:A robo greeter after the secluded entry to the amazing show inside, this place is one of a kind. This place is packed with a great magic show, amazing and delicious food, some excellent ambience. This is a definitely one of top things to experience in Tokyo.
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Neighbourhoods

Tokyo is a great blend of tradition and progressiveness. Walking through these neighborhoods gives you a taste of real Japan - mixed with crazy cosplay costumes to modern fashion to tradition kimonos.

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Roppongi
SriTeja:Roppongi is the foreigners district of Tokyo. You can see roads filled with people at any time of the day. This neighbourhood is filled with some great craft bars, live music and tons of Kebab places. Head down to Roppongi hills for some breath-taking views. All in all roppongi is a decent neighbourhood to pass by for some western style bars or to catch a soccer game.
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Shinjuku City
SriTeja:Shinjuku is one of 2 biggest neighborhoods in Tokyo. Filled with offices, parks, clubs and tons of restaurants it is one of the must visits in Tokyo. There is something for everyone - cheap food joints with awesome food, Park Hyatt for more expensive experience, some good bars with great night life. Head over to Touch observatory tower and if you are lucky enough on a clear day have a peak at Mt.Fuji. If you are in Tokyo, you just cannot miss Shinjuku.
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Image - Shibuya City
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Shibuya City
SriTeja:Biggest neighbourhood in Tokyo, it is packed with great restaurant, dynamic night life and some breathtaking architecture. Just around the exit of subway station you will encounter the biggest crossing in the world where thousands of people cross on every green light. If in Tokyo head over to the Shibuya Crossing, try to grab a chair at the Starbucks on the first floor and have a peak outside to grab some excellent view all while sipping your awesome coffee.
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Akihabara
SriTeja:The electronic district of Tokyo. Games, Electronics and Anime - this neighbourhood is filled with shops full of these. This is a must visit place if you are a anime fan or a gadget freak like me. Some crazy electronics, outstanding inventions are shown off all while shopkeepers dressed in different anime characters greeting you.
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Harajuku
SriTeja:The most craziest neighbourhood in Tokyo. You can see people dressed in weird, unique and colorful outfits and performing on the street. It is also home of some interesting cafes like cat cafe, owl cafe etc. The best thing is all the people walking around carry a smile and greet you in style.
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My Recommendations

Tokyo is packed with some amazing sight seeing places, awesome skyscrapers and great robot entertainment centers

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Robot Restaurant
SriTeja:A place where Japanese culture meets robots which will take you to a new dimension of entertainment. A unique flair, ambiance and an amazing show by robots makes this a breathtaking experience and must do.
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Samurai Museum
SriTeja:A place to get a deep insights into the samurai life, Samurai Museum is located in the heart of Tokyo near Shinjuku. This museum is filled with Samurai spirit and their main mission is to help people understand how Samurai's lead life, how they fight, who they exactly are and what they believed in. A traditional atmosphere inside makes it an amazing experience and you will be amazed at how deep and interesting the samurai culture is.
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Tokyo Tower
SriTeja:A Spectacular scenery is what Tokyo Tower provides. In the heart and centre of the city Tokyo Tower stands tall and gives an exceptional view of this amazing city. On a clear day you will have a breathtaking view of the great Mount Fuji. Says without saying that this is the most touristy spot in Tokyo but still cannot be missed.
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Image - Ryōgoku Kokugikan
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Ryōgoku Kokugikan
SriTeja:Tokyo hosts one the most elite Sumo tournaments in the world. Viewing sumos fight for the championship with a "chanko" hot pot or sukiyaki dinner is a great experience.
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Image - Yayoi Kusama Museum
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Yayoi Kusama Museum
SriTeja:A must for an Yayoi fan. This 5-story museum has a story for each floor. A revolving display of prints, infinity installations and other of Kusama’s work can be seen all along. The affordable price for the entry makes it a delicious option to visit and it is worth a trek into the adventures of Kusama.
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Image - Shinjuku Golden Gai
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Shinjuku Golden Gai
SriTeja:This place is filled with young and hippie, modern people from all around the world. Some great bars are located all along the street and this is great place to make some friends. Be sure to stop in and see Ken Captain, the owner of the micro-bar 5 Gallon. You will surely have an amazing night out.
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Wonderguide map

  1. Tsukiji Market
  2. Ichiran Ramen
  3. Kin no Kura Jr.
  4. Kazami
  5. Kotaro
  6. Tokyo Disneyland
  7. Tokyo DisneySea
  8. Madame Tussauds Tokyo
  9. Fuji-Q Highland
  10. TOKYO TRICK ART MUSEUM
  11. The Tokyo Pub Crawl
  12. Kawaii Monster Cafe
  13. Tokyo Bay
  14. Rainbow Karaoke Shibuya
  15. 忍者新宿 NINJA SHINJUKU
  16. Roppongi
  17. Shinjuku City
  18. Shibuya City
  19. Akihabara
  20. Harajuku
  21. Robot Restaurant
  22. Samurai Museum
  23. Tokyo Tower
  24. Ryōgoku Kokugikan
  25. Yayoi Kusama Museum
  26. Shinjuku Golden Gai

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