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My Best Vacation Ever

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TOKYO! My best vacation ever was in Tokyo, visiting Tokyo Disneyland, Disney Sea, Shinjuku, and Shibuya areas, and even a baseball game at Tokyo Dome! We saw so much while we were here and ate so much great food! My list will show you what you need t...
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Let's start with landing in Tokyo! What to do at Tokyo Airport

Last spring we flew from Seattle, Washington to Tokyo, Japan to see the sights of Tokyo and to visit our very last Disney Theme Park! Check out everything we did! 

 
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We flew into Haneda as it is closer to the city!
Tokyo Narita vs. Haneda: Which airport should I fly into?
 
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We used the Airport Limousine Bus Service at Haneda Airport as it was easy to buy tickets and find the bus stands.
Airport Limousine Bus Timetable
 
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How to buy a train ticket in Tokyo! Great instructions for the American!
Tokyo Metro | Tickets - 東京メトロ
 
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Getting an eSim card for your phone is a great way to utilize your phone when you don't have an international phone plan
The Best eSIMs for Visiting Japan — Tested and Compared
 
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It helps to study the Tokyo subway map to find your bearings in advance!
Tokyo Metro | Subway Map

Tokyo Culture

 
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lovely outfits to rent!
Kimono OK
 
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See how the younger generations are dressing in Tokyo!
Tokyo Fashion
 
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Shopping for clothes in Tokyo? These are the top locations!
The Complete Guide to Clothes Shopping in Tokyo
 
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If you are all about getting the best shot or the best selfie, these are some great places to go! Also, at night in the Shibuya and Shinjuku areas when the lights on the businesses are lighting the streets!
The 20 Most Instagrammable Photo Spots in Tokyo in 2025
 
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Here's what you need to know before buying electronics in Japan!
Essential Guide to Buying Japanese Electronics
 
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Unless you want to, there is no tipping expected in Japan. Whatever the cost of the meal or cab ride was, was what it cost and at no time was anyone upset if we didn't.
Tipping culture in Japan. : r/JapanTravelTips - Reddit
 
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Learning about the culture is living the life, see Tokyo at its best!
Culture in Tokyo - GOTOKYO.org

Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo Disney Sea

 
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Staying at this hotel for 3 nights was expensive but this hotel is amazing with the room and the amenities! Stunning and so close to the Tokyo Disneyland Park (a short walk across the path!), 15 minutes early into the park which helps immensely beati...
Tokyo Disney Resort Hotel Rankings
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We had so much fun at this park! It's so different that the USA Disney parks! With BigHero 6 ride and Beauty and the Beast ride, it was out of this world!
[Official]Tokyo Disneyland
 
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Disney Tokyo Sea Theme Park is one of the best Disney Parks! With a Frozen Land and the new area with Tangled, Peter and more! Plus all the flavored popcorn! It's freakin' amazing here!
[Official]Tokyo DisneySea - 東京ディズニーリゾート
 
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So many popcorn stations! Imagine Matcha popcorn! Honey flavor, Salt and Pepper, Soy Sauce & Butter, Milk Chocolate, White Chocolate, Curry and so many more!
[Official]Search by design of popcorn bucket|Tokyo Disneyland
 
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So colorful! Great Food and so much fun to visit here, like being in Alice in Wonderland!
Queen of Hearts Banquet Hall
 
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If you need a break from the park, this is the place to go, it's dark inside, quiet and relaxing with wondrous food!
Grandma Sara's Kitchen
 
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Great place to chill with ice cream and beautiful surroundings outside as well!
[Official]Sultan's Oasis|Tokyo DisneySea | Tokyo Disney Resort
 
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A little dark in here but a very fun atmosphere, the pizza was great!
Sebastian's Calypso Kitchen
 
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Best cakes and treat are here! Need some deliciousness? You will have a hard time choosing!
Sweetheart Cafe - Tokyo Disney Resort
 
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Casual service here, you can't beat the turkey leg and fries for something more American!
Camp Woodchuck Kitchen
 
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Yummy Italian Table Service with fantastic food and dessert! Get a 3 course meal here and you won't regret it!
[Official]Ristorante di Canaletto|Tokyo DisneySea
 
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Great food, the locals here love trying a New York Deli in their own country so this place gets crowded, go as early as you can for lunch and grab a table!
Tokyo Disney Resort - [Official]New York Deli

The best places to eat! Food in Tokyo

 
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Yummy! Unique! And just for you!
11 best Japanese desserts you must eat in Tokyo - Time Out
 
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These restaurants in Shibuya are freakin' amazing! So much food and so little time! We loved this area!
THE 10 BEST Restaurants in Shibuya (Updated February 2025)
 
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If you want to try authenic Japanese food go here, these are so yummy and so many treats at the stalls of the market itself!
THE 10 BEST Restaurants in Tsukiji (Updated February 2025)
 
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Yummy yummy deliciousness to try in Tokyo!
Any unique or amazing dessert places people would ... - Reddit
 
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Love Sushi? These are the best places to go for Sushi!
Sushi guide to Tokyo - JY Travels
 
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Take a Foodie tour in Tokyo and enjoy authentic Japanese Food, you won't regret it!
THE TOP 10 Tokyo Food Tours (Prices from $4) - Viator
 
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Whether you like Ramen or noodles with sauce, these are the top contenders!
THE 10 BEST Noodles in Tokyo (Updated February 2025)

Best landmarks and places to see in Tokyo!

 
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If you can get reservations on a clear day, go for it, but if it's foggy or rainy forget it! Its so high up if there is bad weather you won't see a thing. Tokyo Skytree or Sky Tree is a broadcasting and observation tower in Tokyo.
TOKYO SKYTREE
 
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You will love Hello Kittyland in Tokyo! So colorful and unique to see your Hello Kitty characters come to life!
Overseas page - Sanrio Puroland
 
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The view from here is amazing if the weather is nice! But you will need reservations in advance! There are other buildings nearby to access rooftops for a view of the famous Shibuya Crossing and you can walk it to experience it yourself, its pure cha...
Shibuya Sky
 
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Takeshita Street is near the Shibuya area full of restaurants, shopping and cosplay, get your camera out here, you will be lovin' it!
Takeshita- Street | The Official Tokyo Travel Guide, GO TOKYO
 
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Tokyo National Museum for culture, Ghibli Museum for animation, and TeamLab Planets for immersive digital arts, these 3 were our favorites! Get tickets in advance especially for TeamLab!
Tokyo museums? : r/TokyoTravel - Reddit
 
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Want to know what to see in Tokyo? These are the top ones not to miss!
28 Best Things to Do in Tokyo - Condé Nast Traveler
 
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Relax while you are here! When you are walking 10,000+ steps or just drained from the night life, check out these spas! Yes please!
THE 10 BEST Tokyo Spas & Saunas (2025) - Tripadvisor
 
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Watching a baseball game in Tokyo is like nothing else! Eating noodles and chicken with chopsticks in your seat! Teams take turns yelling and music for the fans. There is no badmouthing or bad yelling, the utmost respect! And, the beer is served by y...
Watching Baseball | Tokyo Dome
 
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The nightlife in Shibuya is soooo much fun and it's completely illuminated at night. The buildings are so bright and colorful with lights! We found it to be safe.
Shibuya Nightlife Guide 2025 - What to Do at Night in Tokyo's ...
 
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This was one of those most fun and most incredible once in a lifetime things to do, this is in the Shibuya area and easy to find! Even more fun at night! Make your reservations online in advance!!!!
[STREET KART SHIBUYA] Voted#1 Official go-kart in Japan
 
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One of the best places to see the Cherry Blossom Trees in Tokyo and when you need a break from everything go to this park!
Yoyogi Park
 
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A trip to Tokyo, Japan would not be complete if you didn't take in a Sumo Wrestling match. Very unique in the culture and style of this ancient tradition that dates back over 2,000 years!
Tokyo Sumo Guide: When, Where and Getting Cheap Tickets
 
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If you have seen the Hachi Movie, the statue is probably more popular! Photographed and often crowds! In the Shibuya area of Tokyo!
Hachikō
 
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Visiting the fish market areas are astounding, don't miss this!
Welcome to Tsukiji|The Tsukiji Outer Market - 築地場外市場
 
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Shinjuku is another fun area where we spent the day walking around, eating at the local shops and shopping, then we got to see the Famous Godzilla peering over the building and went to the little Godzilla store, it was fun! Just take the train or cab...
Godzilla Head
 
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Shibuya is crowded but so much energy and fun! Look here for even more fun!
Shibuya
 
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See the Pandas at Ueno Zoo, the zoo is small, but it is so much fun and the Pandas are adorable! We loved our time there!
Ueno Zoological Gardens - TokyoZooNet
 
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If you are overwhelmed with booking your own tours, look to Viator with these in the Shibuya area! You won't be disappointed!
Shibuya, Tokyo | Book Tickets & Tours - 2025 - Viator
 
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These walking tours will get you on the ground showing you the best local sites in Tokyo!
THE TOP 10 Tokyo Walking Tours (Prices from $4) - Viator
 
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The Temple and Market here are amazing, so many shops and food to try! So beautiful, colorful and photographic opportunities! You can also dress up here in Geisha girl outfits for rent and photograph in! Make reservations in advance!
Temple Market - Review of Nakamise Shopping Street (Kaminarimon ...
 
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See the best Shrines and Temples Tokyo has to offer in one of these tours!
Temples and Shrines of Tokyo Small Group Tour - Viator
 
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You might want to go outside the city of Tokyo, Viator has great tours like to see Mt. Fuji and other areas!
Tokyo Tours & Excursions in 2025
 
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My daughter visited the owl cafe and we took in a cat cafe! Loved the outing!
10 best animal and pet cafés in Tokyo - Time Out

Hotels in Tokyo!

 
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This is where we stayed at Indigo in Shibuya, great walking distance to shops, parks, restaurants and the Shibuya Crossing, even a mall and train stations. This is a newer, chic hotel with the ultra modern conveniences! Beautiful! We stayed here 3 ni...
Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya, an IHG Hotel
 
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We stayed at the Tokyo Dome Hotel for 2 nights so we could go to a baseball game! This is a beautiful hotel with great food and nearby food by the Dome.
Tokyo Dome Hotel Official Site
 
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Other great suggestions for hotels!
THE 10 BEST Hotels in Shibuya, Japan 2025 (from $42) - Tripadvisor
 
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The most elite and luxurious hotels in Tokyo!
10 Best Luxury Hotels in Tokyo - Exclusive Stays (2025)
 
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We stayed at Tokyo Disneyland resort, here are some more suggestions!
Tokyo Disney Resort

Day trips just outside of Tokyo!

 
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Need a break from the city? Take the train or one of these wonderful tours!
THE TOP 10 Tokyo Day Trips (w/Prices) - Viator
 
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Think outside the box in Tokyo! Visit more rural areas to get the feel of the land!
TOP TOKYO COUNTRYSIDE DESTINATIONS - Japan Tours
 
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Take the ferry to some nearby islands of Japan! You will not only get an amazing boat journey but the islands are so beautiful!
How to get to the Tokyo Islands (Izu Islands)
 
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A coastal town with temples and shrines, and once the political capital of Japan is Kamakura! An hour or so train ride from Tokyo! This is a wonderul outing to see this!
What to do in Kamakura City - Japan Guide