Tokyo Photo Diary
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Is Tokyo on your bucket list? Last March we found an epic flight deal to Tokyo, Japan ($600 RT from Washington, DC!!), and booked it immediately. Although we were only there for 4 days, that was more than enough time for Tokyo to leave a lasting impression on us.
Visiting Tokyo had always been at the top of our bucket list, and now that we’ve gone, we can’t wait to go back! Here are 25 photos from our trip that we hope will inspire you to visit Tokyo one day.
Asakusa
Views of Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan from the Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center.
Kaminarimon 雷門 “Thunder Gate”
One of two entrance gates that lead to Sensō-ji Temple in Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan.
Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center
FREE overlook of Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan from the observation deck.
Japanese Pottery
Seen along Kappabashi Street (located between Asakusa and Ueno), considered Tokyo’s kitchenware capital.
Kabukichō Central Road
Main street of Kabukichō, entertainment and red-light district in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan.
FamilyMart
Konbini コンビニ, aka convenient stores, where all your dreams come true.
Sakura Lanterns
Spotted in Ueno Park, Ueno, Tokyo, Japan.
Shinobazu Pond
A pond within Ueno Park.
Hanami at Night
Hanami 花見, or flower viewing, at night by Ueno Park.
Fresh Soba
Lunch on top of Mount Takao, Tokyo, Japan.
Mount Takao
Spotted along hiking pathway of Mount Takao, Tokyo, Japan.
Chair Lift
Riding down Mount Takao, Tokyo, Japan.
Zozo-ji Temple
A Buddhist temple in Minato, Tokyo, Japan with great views of Tokyo Tower.
Mikimoto
A jewelry store that specializes in pearls, Ginza, Tokyo, Japan.
Ginza Station
Entrance of Ginza Station, Ginza, Tokyo, Japan.
Japanese school children
Spotted in Minato, Tokyo, Japan.
Takeshita Street
Pedestrian shopping street in Harajuku, Tokyo, Japan.
Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku
The most epic entrance to a mall you’ll ever see, Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan.
Hustlin’
Whatever you’re selling, I’m buying. Tsukiji Fish Market, Tokyo, Japan.
Breakfast at Tsukiji
Kaisendon 海鮮丼, sashimi rice bowl, at one of the food stalls along the outer market area of Tsukiji Fish Market.
Morning Hustle
Early morning business going on at Tsukiji Fish Market.
Meiji Jingu
A Shinto shrine dedicated to Emperor Meiji and his wife, Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan.
Shibuya Crossing
The world’s busiest pedestrian intersection, Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan.
Iced Fruit Tea from Hoshino Coffee
Enjoying the afternoon scramble of Shibuya Crossing from above.
Airbnb in Tokyo
When your Airbnb doubles as a soba restaurant and only costs $30 a night, dreams do come true. Read more here, and enjoy $40 off your first stay!
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Great pictures!!! I love your post it’s very informative, I have Japan on my bucket list. So one day I will get there 😃
Thank you! Hopefully you get to cross Tokyo off soon 🙂
Great pictures, they excite me to the level that I just want to pack my backs and be off for a good vacation in Japan. You helped me create a wishlist. Thank you very much!!
I feel like that everyday! Waiting for the next flight deal and I’m gone.
I loved Tokyo – such a cool city!!
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i always loved to see tokyo but after seeing ur pictures i will soon make a program
Very beautiful photos. The Mikimoto store and the entrance to the mall are unusual and wonderful. Thank you for sharing.
Tokyo’s architecture is amazing!
Tokyo is at the top of my list. I can’t wait to go one day, especially if I can catch a glimpse of the guy in the squid hat
I honestly followed him around longer than I’d like to admit, haha.
Nice collection of images! You managed to do a lot in 4 days! I was there twice for a couple of weeks and always love to come back! Always new things to discover!
Thank you! It was my first time in Tokyo, had to see and do everything 🙂 Can’t wait to go back!
These are so cool! I’ve never been to Tokyo but that guy in the squid hat is pushing it up toward the top of my list 🙂
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He’s my favorite!
Beautiful photos of the city! I’ve had many Japanese friends over the years who rave about Tokyo and I have yet to go. So for now, living through travel blogs, you really captured the food and architecture so well. Also very jealous, what an amazing flight deal! I’m in DC and I haven’t seen fares that good in a while 😮
Thank you for the kind words! Check out theflightdeal.com, that’s what I used to find this deal 🙂
I was in Tokyo last year and absolutely loved it! Your photos are amazing, they really capture the city perfectly.
Thank you so much! Tokyo was a pleasure to photograph.
Beautiful pictures! This definitely makes me want to visit tokyo!
These photos definitely make Tokyo look like a fantastic place to visit! I love how you captured the energy of the city. 🙂
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Thanks so much!
I’ve always been interested in going to Tokyo but these pictures make me want to go to Tokyo right now! Beautiful!
obsessed with the soba picture!!
Beautiful photos! I definitely want to visit Tokyo someday.
Ah I love Japan and Tokyo! I’ve been there on a trip, almost 5 years ago and I miss the place so much!
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Beautiful images. We are heading to Japan in November and can’t wait!
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Excited for you!
Beautiful photos.! Sure to inspire anyone to travel asap. My dream is to visit Japan during the cherry blossoms… !Lovely!
I would love to visit when the Cherry Blossoms are in full bloom!
Totally inspiring photos! Japan is on my list <3
These photos are beautiful! Thank you for sharing 🙂 I have friends that moved to Japan last year and their photos/videos always make me want to visit. Its such a unique, beautiful place!
Tokyo really is a unique city!
Your pictures are wonderful…we were in Tokyo around this time last year and you’ve made me want to go back, especially for all the food!
Thank you! I miss the food so much, can’t wait to go back.
The day I visit Japan will be the happiest day of my life! It has been on my bucket list since I was a teenager. Your pics are beautiful, I’m living through you right now!
Thanks so much! I was so happy to cross Tokyo off my bucketlist, hopefully you will be able to soon as well 🙂
I LOVED Japan. I didn’t think I’d even be interested when I booked my flights initially but now I can’t wait to go back! It’s just so completely ‘other.’ These photos are just making me hungry for ramen and visits to shrines and evenings spent in arcades winning plushy toys from claw machines!
Did you have Ichiran ramen when you visited Japan? I’m still daydreaming about it! Best bowl of ramen I’ve ever had. Can’t wait to go back and eat my heart out.
I have always wanted to go to Japan but these pictures certainly did make me want to go even more. I always knew Japan was busy but seeing so many people walk down one street is crazy, I do not think even that many people live in my village
Oh no, if you think that picture is crazy, you haven’t seen anything yet! Glad you liked the pictures 🙂
Good post! they excite me to the level that I just want to pack my backs and be off for a good vacation in Japan. You helped me create a wishlist. amazing place.
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