What to see and do in Tokyo

What to visit in Tokyo · Asakusa, Sumida and Ueno

• Sensō-ji Temple Asakusa
• Tokyo Skytree · viewpoints
• Tokyo National Museum Ueno

PLACES AND EXPERIENCES

What to do in Tokyo · Asakusa, Sumida and Ueno

heritage

Sensō-ji Temple Asakusa

Asakusa Temple brings together the Kaminarimon Gate, the Nakamise shopping promenade and the main hall dedicated to Kannon. It is an active religious site and a good first visit to historic Tokyo.

Activities for your visit

• Walk through the doors and the surroundings of the main room.
• Observe the architecture and worship practices from permitted areas.

Tips for this place

• Respect those who come to pray.
• The hours of the salon and the shops are not those of outer space.

Check access ↗

Free general access to the temple; You don't need to buy a tour to tour its public areas. Gardens, events or special visits may have their own conditions.

Reference sources and location

• Sensō-ji · Official visit

Orientative reference of the place; it does not indicate a gate, ticket office, pier or accessible route.

Reference coordinates: 35.714556, 139.796639.

Wikidata · Sensō-ji

viewpoint

Tokyo Skytree · viewpoints

The Sumida Tower allows you to observe the expanse of Tokyo from its elevated vantage points. The Tembo Deck platform and the Tembo Galleria correspond to different entry modes.

Activities for your visit

• Contemplate the urban landscape from Tembo Deck.
• Add Tembo Galleria if the chosen modality includes it.

Tips for this place

• Compare the input of one level with the combined one.
• Visibility and exterior access depend on day conditions.

Book tickets ↗

Product linked by the official website for Tembo Deck. Select the type of viewpoints you prefer and confirm their inclusions; shops, restaurants and combinations are not presumed included.

Reference sources and location

• Tokyo Skytree · Official tickets

Orientative reference of the place; it does not indicate a gate, ticket office, pier or accessible route.

Reference coordinates: 35.710056, 139.810722.

Wikidata · Tokyo Skytree

museum

Tokyo National Museum Ueno

The Tokyo National Museum presents art and archeology from Japan and other Asian regions in various buildings in Ueno Park. The general collection and special exhibitions have their own entrances and rooms.

Activities for your visit

• Choose the open Japanese art and archeology galleries.
• Know the works available in the buildings of the general collection.

Tips for this place

• Check venue closures before you go.
• A special exhibition ticket can include the general collection on the same day: avoid duplicate purchases.

Book tickets ↗

Sale of the general collection linked by the museum itself. Special exhibitions require their specific modality; Check open rooms and if you already have general admission included.

Reference sources and location

• Tokyo National Museum · Admission and tickets

Orientative reference of the place; it does not indicate a gate, ticket office, pier or accessible route.

Reference coordinates: 35.718889, 139.776389.

Wikidata · Tokyo National Museum

A PROPOSAL TO ORGANIZE YOURSELF

3-day itinerary in Tokyo · Asakusa, Sumida and Ueno

1. Day 1

   Asakusa and Sensō-ji

   Get to know the temple and its doors on a leisurely tour of historic Tokyo.

2. Day 2

   Art and archeology in Ueno

   Select the galleries of the National Museum and confirm their open rooms.

3. Day 3

   A look from Skytree

   Choose the viewing point or combined ticket and arrange transportation to Sumida.

Tips for visiting Tokyo · Asakusa, Sumida and Ueno

• Group visits by neighborhood and review transportation between Ueno, Asakusa and Sumida.
• Special exhibitions and viewing levels have their own modalities.

LOCAL FLAVORS

What to eat in Tokyo · Asakusa, Sumida and Ueno

From sushi to Osaka snacks: six preparations to discover Japanese flavors. Photos show actual versions for reference; Each region and restaurant brings its own variations.

Japan · Vinegar rice and variety

Sushi

Lightly vinegary rice combined with fish, seafood, eggs or vegetables, raw or cooked. Nigiri and maki are two of its best-known presentations.

Reference: JNTO · Guide to sushi in Japan

Japan · Broths and noodles

Ramen

Noodles in broth with styles such as shio, shoyu, miso or tonkotsu. Recipes and accompaniments change by region and restaurant; The photo shows a shoyu version.

Reference: JNTO · Ramen Guide

Japan · Light batter

Tempura

Fried fish, seafood or vegetables with a thin and crispy batter. It can be enjoyed as its own dish or with rice and noodles.

Reference: JNTO · Japanese Cuisine Guide

Japan Buckwheat noodles

Soba

Buckwheat noodles, with different proportions of flour depending on the preparation. In the zaru soba version they are served cold, separated from the dipping sauce.

Reference: JNTO Japanese Noodle Guide