27 things to do in Tokyo

The ultimate metropolis, Tokyo is one of the world’s most exciting and vibrant cities. High-tech modern living, urban design and cutting-edge architecture defines the world’s largest city. But dig a little deeper below the contemporary veneer and you will find age-old temples, shrines and stone lanterns tucked amongst outlandish, cartoonish creations and the neon-lit nightlife. It is this contradictory nature that forms the beauty of this extraordinary city. Tokyo is the beating heart of Japan, here are our top recommendations to explore the capital of The Land of the Rising Sun…

1. Tokyo can be a destination just for the delicious and exciting food scene alone. Dive into a hearty bowl of tonkotsu (pork broth), and Ichiran, tucked behind the steam locomotive on display at Shinbashi station, is debatably the best place in town.

2. The world-famous sushi restaurant Sukiyabashi Jiro in Ginza is owned and operated by sushi master Jiro Ono and…