Travel Guide to Tokyo

Tokyo is the capital and the largest city in Japan. It’s also the most populous metropolitan area in the world. Seeing the ultramodern Tokyo today makes it hard to believe that it was once a fishing village named Edo.

Tokyo Itineraries
Where to stay in Tokyo
Things to do in Tokyo
Tokyo Neighbourhoods
Tokyo Food & Drinks
Tokyo Things to Know
Tokyo Shopping and Souvenirs

By the mid-18-century, Edo became one of the most populous cities in the world and following the end of the shogunate in 1868, the capital moved from Kyoto to Edo and was renamed Tokyo. Tokyo literally means the eastern capital.

Visit Tokyo and marvel at the unique contrast of modern city life and peaceful nature. The heart of Tokyo is a bustling hub of buildings, pocked with tranquil areas of nature. Yoyogi park sits between Shinjuku and Shibuya with the majestic Meiji shrine at its centre. On a clear day, you can spot the epic peak of Mount Fuji from the tallest skyscrapers.

There are few places on Earth like Tokyo. A cornucopia of vibrant lights, cloud-piercing skyscrapers and a constant buzz of energy. East meets West in a synergy that bonds the spiritual history of Japan with its enigmatic future. A visit to the world’s most animated metropolis will have you hooked, and you’ll never want to leave.

Prefecture: Tokyo Metropolis
Region: Kanto, on Honshu Island
Climate: Humid subtropical with hot summers and mild winters
Major Festivals: Tokyo Marathon, Sumida River Fireworks Festival
Local Food & Drinks: You’ll find every type of Japanese food here