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Kanto, Japan

2 days in Tokyo

Neon districts, ancient shrines and the best food on earth. Here's how to spend 2 days in Tokyo: a realistic day-by-day plan you can copy and tweak. The best time for this 2 days Tokyo trip is March, April and October. Budget roughly ¥23,700/person/day before flights.

Length
2 days
Best time
March, April, October
~Cost/day
¥23,700
Currency
JPY
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Your 2 days Tokyo itinerary, day by day

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Day 1

09:00
Senso-ji Temple, Asakusa
Culture • ~2h
12:30
Day trip to Mt. Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi~13500
Nature • ~8h
16:00
Omoide Yokocho izakaya hopping~6750
Food • ~2.5h
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Day 2

09:00
Meiji Shrine & Harajuku
Culture • ~2.5h
12:30
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden~600
Nature • ~2h
16:00
Ramen tasting in Shinjuku~2700
Food • ~1h

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What 2 days in Tokyo costs

What this trip costs

¥153,675
Flights¥93,00061%
Stay¥10,1257%
Activities¥23,55015%
Food¥13,5009%
Local transport¥5,4004%
Shopping¥3,6002%
Buffer¥4,5003%
¥76,838/day

Estimates for planning, so check live prices before you book.

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2 days in Tokyo: FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Tokyo?+

2 days is enough to cover the main highlights of Tokyo without rushing the essentials. The plan above balances the must-sees with time to wander.

What should I do on day 1 in Tokyo?+

Start with Senso-ji Temple, Asakusa, Day trip to Mt. Fuji & Lake Kawaguchi and Omoide Yokocho izakaya hopping. The full first day is mapped out above.

How much does 2 days in Tokyo cost?+

Budget around ¥23,700 per person per day for a mid-range trip (stay, food and activities), before flights, so roughly ¥47,400 per person for 2 days. The cost breakdown above splits it by category.

When is the best time to visit Tokyo?+

The best months to visit Tokyo are March, April, October and November, when the weather suits sightseeing best.

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