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10 Things to Do in Tokyo (That Aren’t Shibuya Crossing) • The Blonde Abroad

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10 things to do in tokyo

Tokyo, the capital of Japan, has so much to offer its visitors. You can enjoy some of the best nightlife, unique dining experiences, and creative museums.

While there’s a good chance you’ve seen pictures of Shibuya Crossing — it’s pretty iconic, there are so many other fun things to do in Tokyo!

If this is your first time going to Japan, also check out my tips for traveling to Japan, the best time to travel to Japan — super helpful info! I’d also recommend taking a look at my ultimate Tokyo travel guide and my Japan travel guide to give you the lay of the land.

Here are the top things to do in Tokyo (that aren’t Shibuya Crossing)!

Visit the Robot Restaurant

The Robot Restaurant puts on a show like no other.

While you can pay extra for a meal, the real attraction to the Robot Restaurant in Toyoko is the cabaret-style show that the place offers, which includes dancing, singing, robots, and so many other things that you will only find in Japan.

Make sure to take your time getting to your seat and have your camera ready for all the Instagram-worthy pictures. For more information about my visit here, check out visiting the Robot Restaurant in Toyko.

Takeshita Street

Explore the Harajuku District

Another must-see, Harajuku is the perfect spot for people watching and taking in modern, young Japanese culture.

Get your nails done at Jill & Lovers and wander around Takeshita Street. Step into one of the many vintage shops or have a seat at one of the restaurants or cafes.

Meiji-jingu, one of the most famous shrines in Japan, and Yoyogi Park, the largest park in Tokyo, are both in the neighborhood.


Akihabara District

The Akihabara district is a great place to explore in Tokyo for electronic and manga fans.

Not only does the area have some of the most popular electronic stores, but it is also an amusement ground for manga fans. Visitors can find figurines, stuffed animals, books, and cosplay outfits dealing with anime and video games in this district.

Ghibli Museum

One favorite thing to do in Tokyo is to visit Ghibli Museum. This museum showcases the anime of Studio Ghibli.

The director Hayao Miyazaki is known as the Walt Disney of Japan.

Visitors can learn about the process of making animation and admire the work of Miyazaki.

The museum has many rooms and exhibits that include short films, inspirational rooms, interactive rooms, and even a room with the larger-than-life Cat Bus from “My Neighbor Totoro.”

The ultimate Japanese dining experience

Kaiseki Meal

If you are a foodie and looking for things to do in Tokyo during lunch or dinner time, try finding a place that serves a kaiseki meal.

Kaiseki is a dining experience that includes a traditional multi-course tasting meal of seasonal (and beautiful) ingredients.

The meal can include everything from an appetizer, a second course, seasonal sashimi, soup, grilled fish, a rice dish, pickled vegetables, grilled vegetables, and fruit or cake.

TOKYO, JAPAN Piss Alley Memory Lane

Visit Memory Lane

Memory Lane, or Omoide Yokocho, is a small alleyway that is lined with restaurants and food stalls.

It was once known as Piss Alley from its post-WW2 roots when toilet facilities were non-existent. Don’t worry — it’s just a name nowadays and is much cleaner.

Today, visitors can eat at one of the small restaurants that may only seat a half dozen patrons.

Tokyo Mario Kart

Bonus: Cosplay Go-Karting

Do you like cosplay and go-karting? Why not do both! One of the most unique things to do in Tokyo is Cosplay Go-Karting.

Dress up as your favorite character and hit the streets of Tokyo in a go-kart. Tours can be an hour or two hours long and take you on the actual streets of Tokyo and past some main attractions.

Have you ever been to Tokyo? What are your suggestions for top things to do in Tokyo? I’d love to know in the comments below!



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