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What to do in Central Tokyo
Popular places to visit
Tokyo Dome
Tokyo Dome is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Tokyo. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Tokyo Tower
Appearing as if a Paris landmark has been teleported to Tokyo, this Eiffel-inspired structure offers great daytime or evening 360-degree views of the city.
Tokyo Imperial Palace
This site was first a shogun residence, then the home for Japan’s emperor. Destroyed in World War II, it was reconstructed to its original splendor.
Nippon Budokan
Catch an event at Nippon Budokan during your trip to Tokyo. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Roppongi Hills
This multi-use complex in southern Tokyo has hundreds of shops, an art museum and a spectacular vantage point for bird’s-eye views of the city.
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
A stroll through this peaceful, colorful garden is the highlight of a trip to Tokyo at any time of year. It is especially popular for the cherry blossoms of spring.
Waseda University
Explore the campus of Waseda University as part of your travels around Tokyo. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Tokyo Midtown
One of Tokyo’s tallest buildings rises from the center of an eclectic hub containing fashionable galleries and restaurants and a tranquil park with cherry blossoms.
Ueno Park
Home to important museums, shrines and one of the city’s most photographed ponds, this public park is a perfect one-stop destination for culture and tranquility.
Explore areas of Central Tokyo
Ginza
Named after a silver-coin mint, this district has a long association with affluence. Today it’s where you’ll find some of Japan’s most upmarket labels, restaurants and galleries.
Akasaka
Visit the upscale restaurants, flashy entertainment complexes and theaters in this hilly neighborhood with modern skyscrapers, shopping malls and nightclubs.
Akihabara
While you're in Akihabara, take in top sights like Akihabara Electric Town and jump on the metro at Suehirocho Station to see more of the city.
Chiyoda
Imperial, political and religious landmarks, peaceful gardens, superb art exhibitions, live music venues and theaters beckon visitors to Tokyo’s central district.
Roppongi
In the past this was one of Tokyo’s infamous nightlife areas, but its now an entertainment district known for tourist-friendly restaurants, bars, clubs and a gigantic spider.
Marunouchi
Once home to feudal lords, this area now hosts Japan’s royal family, headquarters of multinational companies and, by night, some of the city’s liveliest nightlife.
