Akihabara Travel Guide

Tokyo

A busy urban street with illuminated billboards and a crowd of people.
A busy urban street at night with illuminated billboards and pedestrians crossing the street.
A busy urban street with tall buildings, bright neon signs, and a crowd of people.
A busy urban street with tall buildings, bright billboards, and a mix of vehicles and pedestrians.
A busy urban street with brightly lit storefronts and signs, including a prominent 'AKIBA' sign.

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Akihabara Electric Town

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Akihabara Electric Town during your visit to Tokyo. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

Tokyo Tower Observatory Main Deck

Tokyo Tower Observatory Main Deck Admission Ticket

฿602
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Tokyo Tower Observatory Main Deck Admission Ticket
Picture 3 for Activity From Tokyo: Mt. Fuji & Hakone Tour w/ Return by Bullet Train

From Tokyo: Mt. Fuji & Hakone Tour w/ Return by Bullet Train

฿3,739
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
From Tokyo: Mt. Fuji & Hakone Tour w/ Return by Bullet Train
From Tokyo: Mt.Fuji, Lake Kawaguchiko Japanese Calligraphy 1-Day Bus Tour

From Tokyo: Mt.Fuji, Lake Kawaguchiko Japanese Calligraphy 1-Day Bus Tour

฿2,574
per adult
From Tokyo: Mt.Fuji, Lake Kawaguchiko Japanese Calligraphy 1-Day Bus Tour
Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket

Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket

฿741
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket
Tokyo Learn from Expert for a Real Matcha Experience

Tokyo Learn from Expert for a Real Matcha Experience

฿2,944
per adult
Tokyo Learn from Expert for a Real Matcha Experience
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

฿117
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
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Where to stay in Akihabara

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A modern skyscraper with a distinctive geometric facade, surrounded by other buildings and trees.

Shinjuku

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Shinjuku. Check out top attractions like Shinjuku Subnade and Samurai Museum, and jump on the metro at Shinjuku-sanchome Station or Shinjuku-nishiguchi Station to see more of the city.

A bustling urban street with a prominent glass building, various commercial signs, and a crowd of people.

Shibuya

Shibuya is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Shibuya Crossing and Yoyogi National Gymnasium. See more of Tokyo by jumping on the metro at Shibuya Station or Meiji-jingumae 'Harajuku' Station.

A modern building with a geometric facade and illuminated signage, including a prominent 'NISSAN CROSSING' sign.

Ginza

Enjoy the popular shops in Ginza. Ginza Six is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Ginza Station or Higashi-ginza Station to see more of Tokyo.

A traditional Japanese gate with red pillars and intricate carvings, surrounded by lush greenery and people.

Asakusa

Asakusa is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sensoji Temple or Asakusa Shrine.

A traditional Japanese building with a red exterior and grey roof, surrounded by cherry blossom trees.

Ueno

Travellers choose Ueno for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Ueno-okachimachi Station or Ueno-hirokoji Station and check out top sights like Ameyoko Shopping District.

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