🗼🌆🎏 Tokyo | Travel Guide
🔹 There are so many tourists in Tokyo 😇, it's best to travel during off-peak seasons (also remember to avoid local holidays in Japan; my trip to Hakone coincided with a three-day holiday in Japan, and the highways were super congested). If you can't avoid peak times, it's best to wake up early when visiting attractions (like Senso-ji Temple, Tsukiji Market) or choose a weekday, so you can leisurely take photos and stroll around. 🔹 Apply for a QR code through VJW before your trip to save time and have a smooth entry upon landing. 🔹 Essential Apps to Download: ☑️ Transportation & Payment: Suica - Apple users can add an electronic Suica card to their wallet in advance and top it up. The Suica card is like a nationwide transport card in Japan; just tap your phone when boarding buses or subways. It can also be used for payments in supermarkets and convenience stores, super convenient. ☑️ Navigation: Google Maps is enough for finding your way around Tokyo, especially when exploring the streets and alleys for food and shops. It has reviews of restaurants and their opening and closing times, which is great. ☑️ Translation: VoiceTra - It offers accurate translations and voice translation, which is very handy for translating on the go. ☑️ Booking Tour Tickets: KKday - For popular spots like Shibuya SKY observation deck, I've found this app to be the best for securing tickets. Highlight - For those who want tickets for sunset times, remember to book a month in advance. 🔹 Exchange some Japanese yen, as while most places in Japan accept mobile payments, some temples, restaurants, and small shops require cash. 🔹 Remember to bring a power bank and trash bags when shopping, as they are rarely found on Tokyo's streets, so it's recommended to bring your own. 🔹 A small bag for(loose change) and comfortable shoes are also a must. 🔹 Tokyo's shopping malls usually close at 8 PM, but drugstores often stay open late, with some even being open 24 hours, so you can head to drugstores in the evening. #TokyoTravel #TokyoGuide #TravelGuide #JapanTravelGuide #TokyoTourism #GoOutAndSeeDifferentScenery #TravelTips #Tokyo #MtFuji #LakeKawaguchiko
