At 634 meters Tokyo Skytree is Japan’s tallest building and was, at the time of completion in 2012, the second tallest structure in the world after the Burj Khalifa in Dubai. The tower has two observation decks at 350m and 450m.
A small warren of yakitori and ramen restaurants located just north of Shinjuku Station which translates as “Memory Lane” but is more commonly known as “Piss Alley” in English.
Run-down rows of drinking alleys filled with dilapidated bars that has become icon of the Showa era. This places is not just for tourists: many Japanese musicians and celebrities also frequent the cubbyhole-sized establishments.
Small, narrow alley a short distance from Shibuya station that is home to many kiosk-sized bars. A good place to make friends with the locals over a beer or strike up a conversation with the bartender (some speak English).
Observation deck on the 52nd floor of Roppongi Hills Mori Tower. It also has a “Skydeck” (outside, rooftop observation deck) offering 360° views of the city.
An amusement complex that contains an indoor shopping street created in an 18th century European style (VenusFort) and one of the world’s largest Ferris wheels.
One of Tokyo’s most important historical structures, and the starting point from which all roads were measured when Tokugawa Ieyasu undertook the construction of the five routes.
Busy shopping street famous with teenagers for fashion and crepes which has played a significant part in directing and influence youth culture for the past few decades.
Famous shrine with a beautiful gravel path with trees either side built in dedication to Emperor Meiji for his role in restoring imperial rule to Japan and accelerating its industrialization.
Tokyo Takarazuka Theater was founded in 1913 by the president of a railway company who saw the rising popularity of Western shows and musicals as a business opportunity in Japan, Takarazuka Revue is an all-female theatre group which performs to millions each year.
