Whether you’ve just arrived on a quest to see the best that Tokyo has to offer, or you’re a long termer on a mission to uncover hiden treasures, our list of 101 things to do in Tokyo has you covered.

Bonus: We also have lists for some of Tokyo’s more popular neighborhoods—Shinjuku, Akihabara, Shibuya, Harajuku, Roppongi, Asakusa, Ueno and Shimokitazawa.

And for anyone with a London trip on the horizon, check our 101 free things to do in London on our sister site, London Cheapo.

This article was originally published in December 2012 and is updated periodically. Last update: June 2023. If you enjoyed this post, be sure to check out the rest of our website. We’re dedicated to making your time in Tokyo the best it can possibly be.

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