Tokyo is the center of tourist attraction sites in Japan. If you ever visit Japan, Tokyo should be at the top of your list of places to visit. The city is an interesting mix of modern and traditional life, and while it’s terribly crowded, it’s not as noisy as you might expect from modern towns and cities.

If you don’t have a friend or family member who can help you navigate the city, it’s a good idea to get a Japanese travel guide, which will tell you all the great places to visit and how to get there. To give you some ideas, here is a list of places to visit and things to do in Tokyo.

1. robot restaurant

Try the Robot Restaurant for a change. If you want to thrill your nerve endings, go to Shinjuku restaurant and have the experience of a lifetime being served and entertained by robots. The shows are adorned with strange things like dinosaurs and tanks bursting with light that will make you feel like you are in a strange land.

2. sky tree

This is a spectacular building to visit. It gives you a full view of the Tokyo city skyline. The building has two viewing platforms; Tembo Gallery 350 meters high and Tembo Deck 400 meters high. However, if you are afraid of heights, you may not want to visit the tallest tower in Japan, especially since its floor is made of transparent glass! However, it is strategically located next to a large aquarium which is also a quaint spot right in the middle of the city center. You can get there by subway, and you can enjoy shopping in the big shopping complex called Solamachi.

3. disneysea

Who said your kids can’t have fun while in Japan? Make sure they visit Tokyo Disneyland and experience the Walt Disney theme park first hand. It is the fourth most visited theme park internationally and ranks number 9 of the 11 Disney parks that will open soon.

Inside Tokyo Disneyland is DisneySea, which has a theme inspired by legends of the sea. It has seven ports which are: Mystery Land, Mermaid Lagoon, Lost River Delta, Arabian Coast, American Waterfront, Mediterranean Harbor and Port Discovery. In addition to the children’s activities, there are also fun-filled activities for adults, so you don’t have to sit and wait while your kids have fun.

4. Ginza

For fashionistas, this is the place to be. Ginza is a center of high fashion characterized by many high-end shops and boutiques. The Uniqlo building is 12 stories tall and stores just about anything you want to buy. Ginza is ranked among the most expensive real estate areas in the world. However, if you don’t like crowded places, avoid visiting the street on weekends as the road is closed to motorized traffic and becomes a haven for pedestrians. Lots of “human traffic” on the road.

One thing you must buy is the Skii beauty product. It was released in 1980, and the brains behind the product conducted intensive research that revealed the usefulness of yeast. They watched as elderly brewers managed to preserve young hands by dipping their hands into fermented yeast, a practice they carried out for years. It is considered the best anti-aging and skin care product. It is made from natural yeast and yes, it explains the secret behind the youthful skin of the Japanese.

You can get to Ginza by train and business hours are from ten to ten. As you shop, also make sure to open your taste buds to different cuisines. The restaurants within this area offer delicacies that you cannot find anywhere else in the world.

This list is not exhaustive of places to visit. However, we must mention some fun things to do during your visit to Tokyo.

5. Meiji Shrine

Maybe you need to start your journey by connecting with higher beings. The shrine is in honor of the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his wife. Upon entering the sanctuary, show respect by bowing and curtsying as you leave. Do not walk in the middle of the roads because they are reserved for the gods. There is a water hole where you must rinse your left and right hands respectively, then rinse your mouth with your left hand. At the central shrine bow twice, clap your hands twice and make a wish, then bow again. The Sanctuary is open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

6. the fish market

Where to visit and what to do in Tokyo: the fish market. Visit the largest fish market in the world. It is called the Tsukiji market. Some of the fish there are just huge, nothing you’ve ever seen before. However, don’t visit just to look. Be sure to try the cooked seafood at any of the restaurants near the market. You may also want to check out the tuna auction that takes place very early in the morning. It’s usually not business as usual.

7. Struggle

Find time to watch a sumo wrestling match. Your visit to Japan is not complete without seeing a real sumo match. He may look like nothing more than some oversized men jostling each other, but there’s more to it that makes it pretty exciting. On Friday and Saturday nights, you can watch the best game with all the roar and excitement.

8. Hot Springs

After having so much fun and visiting so many places, your body will want to relax. Find your way to Tokyo hot springs found all over the country. One of the best hot springs to visit is located on the Izu Peninsula, which is located in the east of Shizuoka Prefecture. The blue ocean and surrounding mountains make a spectacular sight to behold. Being naked around other people might feel weird at first, but once you get used to the idea, it becomes nice. Don’t worry, women and men have their separate areas and never mix.

9. Cherry blossoms

The best time to visit Japan is in February and March during spring. This is the time to complete all your adventures by experiencing first-hand the world of Japan’s cherry blossoms. The country is dyed pink as the cherry trees are flooded with beautiful pink blossoms. This is a highly revered phenomenon in Japan, and don’t be surprised to see locals take part in cherry blossom appreciation and celebration. It’s time for picnics under the pink trees.