Itinerary for 5 day trip to Tokyo

Tokyo is such an exciting city with a perfect blend of tradition and modernity. With your budget of 52,000 yen and free accommodation, you can really enjoy the best of what the city has to offer. Let’s dive into a fun 5-day itinerary!

Day 1: Explore Shibuya and

Morning:

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at a local café. Try a Japanese-style breakfast set (around 1,000 yen).
Head to , one of the busiest pedestrian crossings in the world. Snap some photos and soak in the energy!

Afternoon:

Stroll over to . Visit for quirky shops and street food. Grab a crepe (around 500 yen) and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere.
Check out , a peaceful oasis in the middle of the city. It’s free to enter!

Evening:

Have dinner at a local izakaya in Shibuya (around 2,500 yen).
End your day with a visit to the observation deck for stunning views of the city (around 2,000 yen).

Total for Day 1: 6,000 yen

Day 2: Cultural Day in and Ueno

Morning:

Enjoy breakfast at your accommodation or a nearby convenience store (around 500 yen).
Head to to visit , Tokyo’s oldest temple. It’s free to enter!

Afternoon:

Explore the for traditional snacks and souvenirs. Try some ningyo-yaki (around 500 yen).
Make your way to . Visit the (around 620 yen) or just enjoy the park’s beauty.

Evening:

Have dinner at a local ramen shop in Ueno (around 1,000 yen).
If you have time, check out the for some evening shopping and snacks.

Total for Day 2: 2,620 yen

Day 3: Modern Tokyo in Shinjuku

Morning:

Grab a quick breakfast at a bakery (around 500 yen).
Head to for a peaceful morning stroll (around 500 yen).

Afternoon:

Explore the bustling streets of Shinjuku. Visit the for free panoramic views of the city.
Have lunch at a local curry shop (around 1,000 yen).

Evening:

Experience the vibrant nightlife in . Enjoy dinner at an izakaya (around 2,500 yen).
If you’re up for it, check out a themed café or bar for a unique experience (around 1,500 yen).

Total for Day 3: 6,500 yen

Day 4: Day Trip to or

Morning:

Have breakfast at your accommodation (free).
Take a day trip to (around 2,000 yen round trip) or (around 1,000 yen round trip).

Afternoon:

If you choose , visit (around 1,300 yen). If you go to , explore and the (around 500 yen).
Grab lunch at a local eatery (around 1,000 yen).

Evening:

Return to Tokyo and have dinner at a local sushi place (around 2,500 yen).

Total for Day 4: 8,300 yen () or 7,800 yen ()

Day 5: and

Morning:

Enjoy breakfast at a café (around 500 yen).
Head to , the mecca for anime and electronics. Explore the shops and maybe visit a maid café (around 1,500 yen).

Afternoon:

Take the train to . Visit (around 3,200 yen) or just enjoy the seaside park.
Have lunch at one of the many food courts (around 1,000 yen).

Evening:

For your last dinner, treat yourself to a nice meal at a teppanyaki restaurant (around 3,000 yen).
End your trip with a stroll along the waterfront, enjoying the view of the .

Total for Day 5: 10,200 yen