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Global City Guidebook: Tokyo

by GT Staff

Jul 28, 2025

Cityscape with Tokyo SkyTree © Sean Pavone | Dreamstime.com

Global City Guidebook 2025

From neon-lit skyscrapers to historic temples, Japan’s capital city captures many eras of civilization. With an estimated city-proper population of 14 million (37 million in the Greater Tokyo Area), Tokyo boasts the Imperial Palace, many museums, theaters, gardens and parks, stadiums, and libraries. Various festivals, such as Ueno Cherry Blossom Festival, celebrate the beauty, history and culture of Tokyo.

GETTING THERE & AROUND
Two airports operate in the city: Haneda Airport and Narita International Airport. Haneda Airport features three terminals and serves major airlines such as American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Japan Airlines, United Airlines and All Nippon Airways. Reach the city center by train via Tokyo Monorail, Keikyu Airport Line to Singagawa for easy access to Tokyo, a limousine bus or taxi. Enjoy clean and efficient public transportation within Greater Tokyo Area, from an extensive train system to the subway. Tokyo is also a popular cruise port for many cruise lines including Celebrity Cruises, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Princess Cruises and Norwegian Cruise Line.

LODGING
Aman Tokyo
Close to Tokyo train station and Imperial Palace, this sleek, upscale hotel offers floor-to-ceiling windows in guestrooms and suites; soaking tubs; an on-site Italian restaurant; a swanky bar; and a spa with an indoor pool, sauna, fitness center and hot tub.
Otemachi Tower, 1 Chome-5-6 Ōtemachi, Chiyoda
City, Tokyo, Japan, tel 81 3 5224 3333

BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel

See the city and distant Mount Fuji from floor-to-ceiling windows in guestrooms and suites. Three restaurants, a bar and spa round out this sky-high space.
1 Chome-29-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo
Japan, tel 81 3 6233 8800

Bulgari Hotel Tokyo
This 5-star property, part of the luxury Bulgari Hotels & Resorts collection, boasts modern Italian and traditional Japanese designs in guestrooms. Signature dining options, a Bulgari spa and more await.
2 Chome-2-1 Yaesu, Chuo City, Tokyo, Japan, tel 81 3 6262 3333

DINING
L’Effervescence
Indulge in French fine dining with a Japanese twist made possible by a top-level Japanese chef. Enjoy comprehensive wine or saké flights to accompany your meal, or opt for the chef’s omakase menu.
2 Chome-26-4 Nishiazabu, Minato City, Tokyo,
Japan, tel 81 3 5766 9500

Junisoh
This restaurant, located within Hilton Tokyo in the heart of Shinjuku, serves multicourse meals featuring teppanyaki in an elegant and modern space.
6 Chome-6-2 Nishishinjuku, 2F, Shinjuku City,
Tokyo, Japan, tel 81 3 3344 5111

Nihonryori Ryugin
A 3-Michelin-starred fusion cuisine restaurant helmed by Chef Seiji Yamamoto, Nihonryori Ryugin serves seasonal dishes as well as plates like Sanuki Olive beef, wild duck and Japanese pigeon.
1 Chome-1-2 Yurakucho, Chiyoda City, Tokyo,
Japan, tel 81 3 6630 0007

ATTRACTIONS
Tokyo Imperial Palace
The main residence of the Emperor of Japan, Imperial Palace comprises Fukiage Palace, main palace, museums, an archive and gardens. A tour is recommended in order to view some parts of the inner palace grounds.
1-1 Chiyoda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo, Japan,
tel 81 3 3213 1111

teamLab Planets
This art facility uses digital technology to create immersive and vibrant spaces. Enter the museum barefoot to experience the artwork, including pieces with water floors.
6 Chome 1-16 Toyosu, Koto City, Tokyo, Japan,

Tokyo Skytree
Visit the top of this 2,080-foot-tall tower, the tallest in Japan. Tokyo Skytree features some shops, cafés and restaurants as well.
1 Chome-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida City, Tokyo, Japan,
tel 81 570 550 634

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