The Best of Tokyo

The wonders of Tokyo are yours to discover on this full day of sightseeing. By motor coach, travel to the city center passing famous landmarks.

First up is the famous and beautiful Meiji Shrine. Emperor Meiji was instrumental in opening Japan to the outside world in the late 1800s, ushering in the Meiji Restoration that brought the rule of the Tokugawa (shogun) government to an end. After the deaths of the emperor and empress, the Meiji Shrine was constructed to enshrine their souls, dedicated in 1920. Upon arriving at this great monument, you'll enter the shrine through twin 40-foot-tall Torii gates that are among the largest in Japan. Head to the Imperial Palace Plaza in central Tokyo—home of Japan’s emperor. There will be time to wander in the Plaza, providing a view of the Fushimi-yagura watch-tower, remains of the Edo periods, and its famous Nijubashi Bridge. The next stop is Asakusa. In ancient times this was a notorious entertainment district, but now it is the location of the beautiful Senso-ji or Kannon Temple. A golden image of the Buddhist goddess, Kannon, is enshrined here. Legend claims the statue was miraculously fished out of the river in AD 628. Taking a break, lunch will be served at a deluxe local restaurant or hotel. After lunch, visit one of Tokyo’s best-known areas — the legendary Ginza shopping district —virtually unequalled for glitz, glamour and good deals.