Top 4 Best Hangouts in Tokyo

Tokyo is the worlds Mega Mega City, with a population of over 38 million people. There is no bad time to visit this city. A trip here will be a journey of a lifetime, with the Japanese themselves playing host to one of the most exciting and futuristic destinations on planet Earth. Check out the ETG pick of the top 4 best hangouts in Tokyo!

Top 4 Best Hangouts in Tokyo


1. Tokyo - Marunouchi (Tokyo Station) (Chapter) Lonely Planet

Home to the headquarters of many large Japanese companies, Marunouchi (Tokyo Station) faces the Imperial Palace, the spiritual heart of Japan.


2. Tokyo - Shibuya & Around (PDF Chapter) eBook version/Lonely Planet

The superdense intersection at Shibuya Crossing, with its neon and giant TV screens, feels like the inspiration for Blade Runner, and nowhere will bring you closer to Tokyo's most current youth fashions.


3. Roppongi - Tokyo (PDF Chapter) eBook version of Lonely Planet

Legendary for its night spots and foreign party people, this is also the place to come if you want to see cutting-edge art and design. You can even shop for samurai swords here if inspiration strikes.


4. Tokyo - Ginza & Tsukiji (PDF Chapter) eBook Versions of Lonely Planet

Street upon street of luxury shops and boutiques only a few minutes' walk from the refreshingly workmanlike Tsukiji Central Fish Market, home to the world's freshest sushi. Wake up early enough and you might catch the tuna auction.