Tokyo , Japan

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Tokyo is the largest urban economy in the world by gross domestic product, and is categorized as an Alpha+ city by the Globalization and World Cities Research Network. Part of an industrial region that includes the cities of Yokohama, Kawasaki, and Chiba, Tokyo is Japan’s leading center of business and finance. In 2019, it hosted 36 of the Fortune Global 500 companies. In 2020, it ranked fourth on the Global Financial Centres Index, behind New York City, London and Shanghai.

Tokyo is near the boundary of three plates, making it an extremely active region for smaller quakes and slippage which frequently affect the urban area with swaying as if in a boat, although epicenters within mainland Tokyo are quite rare. Mount Fuji is about 100 km (62 mi) southwest of Tokyo. There is a low risk of eruption.

Tokyo has the world’s tallest tower, Tokyo Skytree, and the world’s largest underground floodwater diversion facility, MAOUDC. The city has hosted multiple international events, including the 1964 Summer Olympics and Paralympics, the postponed 2020 Summer Olympics and Paralympics and three G7 Summits (1979, 1986, and 1993). Tokyo is an international center of research and development and is represented by several major universities, notably the University of Tokyo. 

Tokyo Station is the central hub for Japan’s Shinkansen bullet train system, and the city is served by an extensive network of rail and subways. Tokyo Tower, and the new Tokyo Skytree, which is the tallest tower in both Japan and the world, and the second tallest structure in the world after the Burj Khalifa in Dubai.Tokyo doesn’t just have the advantage of being one of the safest cities in the world; its people are busy, so many establishments are geared to solo customers. 

Get your bearings with a walking tour of the city. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, you’ll find a range of options with many restaurants offering counter seats perfect for those dining alone. Ramen is a cheap option, with chain store Ichiran famous for its solo dining booths. Michelin starred restaurants at the top of Shinjuku skyscrapers might be off limits, but that doesn’t mean you have to miss out on Tokyo’s famed cuisine. There are many restaurants in Tokyo, and you can eat at many of them for a reasonable cost. 

Tokyo is a very kid-friendly city. Ueno Park makes for a great day out – not only can you stroll around the beautiful lake (see if you can spot some turtles or carp!), but the park also offers many family activities. Stop by Ueno Zoo and say hello to its famous giant pandas. Or visit the National Museum of Nature and Science, which has exhibits on space, dinosaurs, and the Japanese ecosystem. There are many kid-friendly displays! Head to Odaiba for the Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation, or Miraikan – The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation. 

Tokyo’s gardens and parks can be accessed for free or for a small fee, and if the weather is good, you can easily spend a couple of hours wandering the grounds. If it starts to rain, you can find a number of museums—including the The Ad Museum Tokyo in Shiodome, the Sumo Museum in Ryogoku, and even the Tokyo Sewerage Museum Rainbow in Odaiba that you can enter for free. 

Early spring is still chilly so bring a coat or fleece to keep out the cold. By the time May comes around however, the first greens start to sprout and most days are comfortably warm enough to spend in short sleeves. June to mid-July can be a wet and humid time of year as the rainy season sweeps into Tokyo—think relentless drizzle rather than monsoon. A rain jacket could be a good idea, but not a heavy one: the thick, warm humidity can be oppressive.

Finally, the importance of staying cool cannot be stressed enough. Heat stroke is a real risk. Before you start feeling feverish or lightheaded, drink plenty of water, replenish sodium and get out of the sun and take a break frequently. Heat exceeding 30 degrees can linger into September, and this time of year is punctuated by typhoons, meaning that travel and outdoor events can be disrupted. However, the temperature and humidity gradually drops ushering in gloriously crisp and comfortable autumn. Around late October, the leaves start to turn from green to vibrant red, yellow and orange in the Okutama area, then spreading throughout the rest of Tokyo. 

The weather remains autumnal throughout most of December, with the real cold only kicking in in January. The temperature rarely drops below 0 but tends to remain between one and ten degrees. The days are short—twilight is around 4:30 p.m.—and snow is a possibility if not an inevitability. If you’ll be in Tokyo in January or February, pack some sweaters, a coat (perhaps a wool coat or a light down jacket), and accessories like gloves, scarves, and a winter hat. 

 There are a wide range of unlimited travel passes available. The key to making the right choice, is to think about the places you want to visit. The JR Rail Pass is certainly a good deal if you are traveling every corner of the country. However if you expect to stay local in Tokyo with a few day trips outside the capital, it is worth considering the Greater Tokyo Pass . Central Tokyo is relatively compact, so it possible to avoid the trains altogether and get around on a bicycle.

The shinkansen is a quick and comfortable option for traveling around the country, but it is at the higher end of the price spectrum. The vast network of local trains and buses will generally take you anywhere, but what you make up for in cheaper travel costs, you lose in time. Skymark, Air Do, Jetstar , and Peach are some of the low-cost carriers operating out of Tokyo’s airports. These lower prices are not just limited to the small carriers. The major airlines of JAL and ANA also offer a discount price for domestic routes for its passengers from outside Japan. 

There are a wide range of accommodation options in Tokyo. At the less expensive end of the spectrum are the budget hotels that are dotted throughout the city. They are basic but clean and provide the budget traveler with everything they might need. For a unique Japanese experience, you could try one of the capsule hotels. They might be a tight-fit, but the cost is generally low and they are often located in good locations. They will also provide you with a fun story to tell friends and family back home. Recently, women-only capsule hotels are available for female travelers. Boutique hostels are on the rise in Tokyo and these provide both wallet-friendly prices and a hip place to stay. 

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