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Three Tokyo Days: City Icons, Harajuku Finds & Night Lights

This source-faithful plan covers the creator's Tokyo Days 5–7, rather than the full nine-day trip mentioned in the description. Keep the sequence intact: Tokyo Station and Shinjuku first, Harajuku and Shibuya next, then…

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This source-faithful plan covers the creator's Tokyo Days 5–7, rather than the full nine-day trip mentioned in the description. Keep the sequence intact: Tokyo Station and Shinjuku first, Harajuku and Shibuya next, then Hijiri-bashi, Skytree Town, and Tokyo Tower. The creator notes that the days involved extensive walking and that their feet were getting tired, so comfortable walking shoes are a practical choice. Unnamed branches and businesses without a clearly identifiable location are intentionally omitted.

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day 1 Tokyo Station & Shinjuku

Follow the creator's Day 5 route from the Tokyo Station area to Shinjuku. The rooftop garden is a free place to pause and watch trains arrive and depart; the creator found the station-area walking tiring, so leave room for breaks.

  1. Tokyo StationTokyo Station, Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo, Japan

    Pause outside the historic station façade, which the creator admired as a striking piece of history in the middle of the city.

  2. KITTE MarunouchiKITTE Marunouchi, Tokyo, Japan

    Step inside KITTE to see the spacious, light-filled interior. The creator described its glass and open spaces as a calm contrast to the city outside.

  3. KITTE MarunouchiKITTE Marunouchi, Tokyo, Japan

    Head up to the KITTE Rooftop Garden for the free elevated view over Tokyo Station and its moving trains. The creator recommends lingering here to watch the rail traffic below.

  4. Cross Shinjuku VisionCross Shinjuku Vision, Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan

    Visit the famous 3D cat billboard in person; the creator found it fun despite its popularity with visitors.

day 2 Harajuku & Shibuya

Spend the day among Harajuku's shops before finishing at Shibuya Crossing, following the creator's Day 6 sequence. The crossing is especially atmospheric after dark; the creator crossed from several corners and filmed the crowds and lights.

  1. Kodak Store HarajukuKodak Store Harajuku, Harajuku, Tokyo, Japan

    Browse the Kodak shop in Harajuku. The creator found cute merchandise but did not find a purchase that stood out to them.

  2. Blue Elephant Flagship StoreBlue Elephant Flagship Store, Harajuku, Tokyo, Japan

    Explore the three-floor Blue Elephant flagship, where each floor has a different concept and the eyewear collection is a central draw.

  3. Takeshita StreetTakeshita Street, Harajuku, Tokyo, Japan

    Walk Takeshita Street for its busy, youthful atmosphere and mix of unusual shops. The creator also spotted a pig café here, but did not identify its name, so it is not listed as a separate mapped stop.

  4. I'm Donut? HarajukuI'm Donut? Harajuku, Tokyo, Japan

    Stop at the Harajuku branch for the creator's donut pick. They waited about 20 minutes, found that some flavors had sold out, and especially liked the pistachio, plain sugar, and glazed varieties.

  5. Shibuya CrossingShibuya Crossing, Tokyo, Japan

    Visit the crossing in the evening for the bright signs, crowds, and full-volume city atmosphere. The creator enjoyed crossing from different corners and taking in the scene.

day 3 Hijiri-bashi, Skytree Town & Tokyo Tower

Begin with the quiet train-watching spot at Hijiri-bashi, continue to Skytree Town for the eel lunch, and finish with Tokyo Tower at night. The creator described the bridge as a peaceful start and the tower as especially dramatic after dark.

  1. Hijiri-bashi BridgeHijiri-bashi Bridge, Tokyo, Japan

    Start at this modern arched bridge over the Kanda River. From the lookout, watch for the three rail lines crossing paths; trains pass every few minutes, though seeing all three intersect at once is a matter of luck.

  2. Tokyo SkytreeTokyo Skytree, Sumida City, Tokyo, Japan

    Make Tokyo Skytree Town the lunch stop for this part of the day; the creator headed here before visiting the named eel restaurant.

  3. Hitsumabushi Bincho Tokyo Skytree TownHitsumabushi Bincho, Tokyo Skytree Town, Tokyo, Japan

    Order the grilled eel rice at this Tokyo Skytree Town restaurant. The creator appreciated that there was no line during their visit and described three ways to enjoy the dish: plain with rice, with toppings, and finished with broth.

  4. Tokyo TowerTokyo Tower, Minato City, Tokyo, Japan

    End the day with the tower illuminated at night. The creator recommends taking a moment to stop and look at its dramatic glow in the city.