Tokyo Travel Guide

Shinjuku is useful for western Tokyo, evening activity and many transport connections, while Ueno fits eastern Tokyo, Asakusa and museum-focused plans well. Compare where you will spend most evenings and how you will arrive from the airport before deciding.

Neighbourhood planning is usually more practical because nearby attractions can be served by several different operators and lines. Group places geographically first, then choose the most convenient transport between them.

Start with your hotel station, luggage and acceptable number of transfers rather than selecting a train by reputation alone. Airport railways, buses and passes have different coverage, so the best choice can change considerably between neighbourhoods.

No, they are separate theme parks and require separate planning for admission and attractions. Both are in Chiba Prefecture, so a Disney day should normally be treated separately from central Tokyo sightseeing.

It is particularly convenient for travellers using the Shinkansen, making an early onward departure or spending significant time around Marunouchi and Ginza. Travellers focused on Shinjuku or Shibuya nightlife may prefer a western base instead.

Choose them according to your priorities rather than collecting every famous destination around Tokyo. Each regional excursion removes a full block of city time, so secure the Tokyo neighbourhoods you value most before adding trips farther away.