Tokyo Vacation

When planning your Tokyo vacation, also try Tokyo Hotels, Tokyo Restaurants and Tokyo Tours. With lit skyscrapers and ancient temples built along its streets, Tokyo presents a cultural and architectural mix of the past and present. Vacations in Tokyo offer something for everyone.

There are several museums in Tokyo, including the Tokyo National Museum and the Edo-Tokyo Museum. The latter showcases artifacts and exhibits specific to Japan's Edo Period while the former contains exhibits displaying art from all over Asia.

Frommer's and Concierge.com recommend visiting both the Meiji Jingu Shrine and Sensoji Temple. According to Frommer's, Sensoji is the city's "oldest and most popular temple," and does not charge for admission.Frommer's: Sensoji Temple Concierge.com calls the Meiji Jingu an "impressive sight" to see.Concierge.com: Meiji Jingu

Lonely Planet has given Tokyo shopping a ringing endorsement, describing the stores as "pervasive, irresistible and omnipotent."Lonely Planet: Tokyo Shops