Things to see in Tokyo

The main residence of Japan's Emperor stands on the site of the old Edo Castle, ringed by moats and stone walls. Visitors usually see the East Gardens and the photogenic Nijubashi bridge from the outer plaza.

Asakusa is Tokyo's old-town quarter, home to Senso-ji, the city's oldest Buddhist temple. The Kaminarimon gate with its giant red lantern leads into Nakamise street, lined with snack and souvenir stalls.

At 634 m, Tokyo Skytree is one of the tallest towers in the world. Its two observation decks give sweeping views across the city and, on clear days, as far as Mt. Fuji. A large shopping and dining complex sits at its base.

Water buses run along the Sumida River from Asakusa towards Odaiba and Hamarikyu Gardens, passing under a series of distinctive bridges. It is a relaxed way to see the city skyline from the water.

Shibuya is one of Tokyo's busiest youth and shopping districts, famous for its scramble crossing where crowds cross from all directions at once. The Hachiko statue outside the station is a popular meeting point.

The tea ceremony is a calm, formal ritual of preparing and serving matcha green tea, rooted in Zen tradition. A hosted session explains the etiquette and lets you whisk and taste the tea yourself.

teamLab Planet is an immersive digital art museum where visitors walk barefoot through rooms of light, mirrors, water and flowers that react to movement. It is a hit with families and photographers alike.

Akihabara is Tokyo's electronics and pop-culture hub, packed with gadget stores, anime and manga shops, gaming arcades and themed cafes. It is fun for browsing even if you are not a collector.

Mt. Fuji, Japan's highest peak at 3,776 m, is an almost perfectly shaped volcano and a national symbol. Day trips from Tokyo visit its lower stations and the surrounding lakes for classic views of the summit.

Lake Kawaguchi is the most visited of the Fuji Five Lakes, known for its reflections of Mt. Fuji on calm days. The lakeside has walking paths, gardens and viewpoints.

Hakone is a hot-spring resort area in the mountains near Mt. Fuji. A boat ride on Lake Ashi, with its red torii gate at the water's edge, is a highlight, often combined with a ropeway over volcanic valleys.

A guided city tour links Tokyo's key sights in one day, typically mixing historic shrines and temples with modern districts. It is a good first-day introduction before exploring on your own.

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