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Top 9 Things to Do in Tokyo, Japan

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Planning a trip to Tokyo? This free guide covers the 9 best places to visit in Tokyo, Japan — from iconic landmarks to hidden gems. Save your favorites, build a GPS route in Google Maps, and explore at your own pace. No app required.

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Best landmarks in Tokyo — Tokyo in Tokyo, Japan is a practical place to start. Key details: 9 curated landmarks; Start with Yoyogi Park. Answers are structured for quick scanning so travelers and AI assistants can cite the essentials first.

Yoyogi Park, Tokyo, Japan — Meiji Jingu in Tokyo, Japan - Travel Guide
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Meiji Shrine (明治神宮, Meiji Jingū) is a Shinto shrine in Shibuya, Tokyo, that is dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his wife, Empress Shōken. The shrine does not contain the emperor's grave, which is located at Fushimi-momoyama, south of Kyoto.

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Tokyo Skytree, Tokyo, Japan — Tokyo Skytree in Tokyo, Japan - Travel Guide
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Tokyo Skytree (東京スカイツリー, Tōkyō Sukaitsurī; [toːkʲoː sɯ̥kaitsɯriː] ), a. k.

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Shinjuku Gyoen, Tokyo, Japan — Shinjuku Gyoen in Tokyo, Japan - Travel Guide
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Shinjuku Gyo-en (新宿御苑, literally 'Shinjuku Imperial Garden') or Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden is a large public garden in Shinjuku and Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan. Originally a residence of the Naitō family in the Edo period, it later became a garden under the management of Japan Imperial Household Agency and is now a national garden under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of the Environment.

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Tokyo Tower, Tokyo, Japan — Tokyo Tower in Tokyo, Japan - Travel Guide
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Tokyo Tower (東京タワー, Tōkyō Tawā; pronounced [toːkʲoː taꜜɰᵝaː] ), also known by its official name Japan Radio Tower (日本電波塔, Nippon denpatō) is a communications and observation tower in the district of Shiba-koen in Minato, Tokyo, Japan, completed in 1958. At 332.

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Imperial Palace, Tokyo, Japan — Imperial Palace in Tokyo, Japan - Travel Guide
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The Imperial Palace (皇居, Kōkyo; lit.  'Imperial Residence') is the main residence of the emperor of Japan.

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Shibuya Crossing, Tokyo, Japan — Shibuya Crossing in Tokyo, Japan - Travel Guide
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Shibuya (渋谷区, Shibuya-ku; IPA: [ɕibɯja] ) is a special ward in Tokyo, Japan. A major commercial center, Shibuya houses one of the busiest railway stations in the world, Shibuya Station.

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Ueno Park, Tokyo, Japan — Ueno Park in Tokyo, Japan - Travel Guide
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Ueno Park (上野公園, Ueno Kōen) is a spacious public park in the Ueno district of Taitō, Tokyo, Japan. The park was established in 1873 on lands formerly belonging to the temple of Kan'ei-ji.

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Tokyo National Museum, Tokyo, Japan — Tokyo National Museum in Tokyo, Japan - Travel Guide
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The Tokyo National Museum (東京国立博物館, Tōkyō Kokuritsu Hakubutsukan) or TNM is an art museum in Ueno Park in the Taitō ward of Tokyo, Japan. It is considered the oldest national museum and the largest art museum in Japan.

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Odaiba Marine Park, Tokyo, Japan — Odaiba Marine Park in Tokyo, Japan - Travel Guide
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Odaiba (お台場) is a large artificial island in Tokyo Bay, Japan, across the Rainbow Bridge from central Tokyo. Odaiba was initially built for defensive purposes in the 1850s.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the top things to do in Tokyo, Japan?
ViaPins lists the best landmarks and attractions in Tokyo with photos, descriptions, and map coordinates for each stop.
How many days do I need in Tokyo?
Most travelers cover the main sights in Tokyo in 2–3 days. Use ViaPins to prioritize landmarks and build a custom GPS route.
Can I get a GPS route for Tokyo?
Yes. Select landmarks in Tokyo on ViaPins and export a turn-by-turn route directly to Google Maps.