how to make the most of your time in Tokyo
Aug 13, 2025 3:46 am
Konnichiwa from the Japan Switch Team!
Everybody does Disneyland.
Everybody hits Hachiko Crossing.
Everybody strolls around Ginza.
But there's so much more to Tokyo if you look beyond the typical guidebook recommendations, so let's dive into some of our must-see spots!
Top 24 Things to Do in Akihabara
There’s a lot more to the otaku paradise that is Akihabara than maid cafes and arcades. Want to go beyond the anime that everyone knows? Akihabara. Want to pick up some manga to practice your reading? Akihabara. Want to try go-karting around Tokyo? Akihabara!
Our Favorite Things to Do in Odaiba
Odaiba is the home of the giant life-size Gundam, but there’s a lot more there like the theme park, Joypolis, which is great if you’re looking for something more for grown ups and a little less Disney. Also, we have to mention the Miraikan - a museum of emerging sciences where you can interact with Asimo, one of the most advanced humanoid robots on the planet. Hit the link and plan a fun weekend in Odaiba!
Ultimate Guide to Planning a Day Trip from Tokyo
Let's be honest, the one thing we all have in common? We all get annoyed at tourists in tourist traps. Even though we're the tourists. Even though tourist traps are exactly where tourists are meant to be! So, what you could do is to take a little break from the obvious choices, and spend some time exploring local favorites like Daikanyama, which is known as 'Little Brooklyn' and just a stone's throw from Shibuya!
Side note: If you're serious about visiting or living in Japan, check out Japan Switch's affordable online and offline Japanese lessons and make sure you're ready to make the most of your time here!
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Your Friends,
The Japan Switch Team
