What to visit in Tokyo: three unmissable destinations

Japan, and in particular Tokyo, is a magical place where two opposing souls live: the sacred one, of religious rites and ancient tradition, and the more modern one.

View of Tokyo, Japan - Photo by Pierre Blaché
View of Tokyo, Japan - Photo by Pierre Blaché
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In most areas of Tokyo, tourists feel catapulted into the future, but there are some places that seem not to have been involved in this transformation. In any case, Japanese culture it is very far from the western one, which is precisely why it is a destination worth visiting at least once in a lifetime. Reaching Tokyo is possible via gods flights direct, starting from Milan Malpensa e Rome Fiumicino. Reaching these airports is easy, especially if you use your own car, here you can also leave your car for a long period, using private parking lots such as those of Parktoair. Staying in Tokyo as long as possible is ideal for those who want to immerse themselves in Japanese culture. However it is possible to visit Tokyo in two days taking care not to miss the places we suggest.

Ginza

The Ginza district is a luxury center of Tokyo, where you can find several high fashion shops, gourmet restaurants and important shopping centers. Therefore, if you plan to go shopping among luxury boutiques, this is the right place. However, here there are also Indian-style temples and the famous theaters where they take place the performances of the kabuki theater. It is one of the traditional forms of theatre Japan, where the performers are only men, but who also represent female characters. Worth a visit too the Police Museum, that is, a building where various works are often exhibited, but there are no permanent installations. For those who love nature, it is possible to relax in Hibiya Park, a real green lung in the heart of Tokyo.

Ginza district in Tokyo - Photo by Jordy Meow
Ginza district in Tokyo – Photo by Jordy Meow

Asakusa

As already mentioned, Tokyo strikes tourists with its dual character. The Asakusa neighborhood, represents one of the two souls. In fact, among the various more modern areas, this neighborhood stands out for its traditional atmosphere; here there are temples with a peculiar style, such as the Sensoji temple, the most important in the area. After crossing the "thunder portal" (i.e. the red arch famous for being among the works most immortalized by tourists), you come across several small shops of Japanese souvenirs and crafts, where to find typical gadgets such as fans or masks. Furthermore, the neighborhood is located on the Sumida River, so it is also possible to take a boat trip Hotaluna ferries (or water buses) which allow you to admire the city from another perspective.

Sensoji Temple in Asakusa, Tokyo - Photo by hot-sunSensoji Temple in Asakusa, Tokyo - Photo by hot-sun

Imperial Palace

You can't leave Tokyo without visiting the Imperial Palace and its gardens, just ten minutes from the station and the Marunouchi district, home to many Japanese businesses. Since 1869, the Imperial Palace has been used as a residence of the imperial familyand therefore it is not always possible to access the interior, indeed, it is only allowed on special occasions. However, the exteriors are also truly beautiful, especially the ornamental plants in the meticulously maintained garden. Some areas can only be visited by participating in one of the daily guided tours, lasting 75 minutes, like the tower from which to admire Mount Fuji. If you are going to see also the imperial family, the right days are January 2nd (in conjunction with the New Year celebrations) and February 23rd, on the occasion of the birthday of the current emperor.

Imperial Palace Tokyo - Photo by Pierre Blaché
Imperial Palace Tokyo – Photo by Pierre Blaché

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