Tokyo

“Nataka kuelekea Tokyo”

Tokyo

Neon nights, ancient temples and Mount Fuji

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Best timeMarch to May for cherry blossoms and October to November for autumn colours
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Discover Tokyo

Tokyo is a thrilling mix of the ultra-modern and the deeply traditional. Cross the famous Shibuya scramble, see the city lights from the Tokyo Skytree, then find calm at the Meiji Shrine or the old Senso-ji temple in Asakusa.

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The food is unforgettable, from sushi at the fish market to tiny ramen bars. Everything runs on time, the city is spotless and very safe, and Mount Fuji is an easy day trip.

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Your Tokyo trip

Flights from Dar es Salaam can be added to any trip. Reserve with a deposit, or save for it with elekea Kibubu.

Want it your way? Tell us your dates, budget and who’s travelling. We’ll design a Tokyo trip just for you. Plan a custom trip

See & do

The best of Tokyo

Must-see

  1. Tokyo SkytreeJapan’s tallest tower, with two observation decks.
  2. Meiji ShrineA peaceful Shinto shrine in a forest in the city.
  3. Shibuya CrossingThe busiest pedestrian crossing in the world.

Things to do

  1. 01
    Shibuya & ShinjukuNeon streets, the famous scramble crossing and city views.
  2. 02
    Asakusa & Senso-jiTokyo’s oldest temple and its traditional shopping street.
  3. 03
    Mount Fuji & HakoneDay trip to the lakes and views of Japan’s sacred mountain.
  4. 04
    Food tourSushi, ramen and street snacks with a local guide.

When to go

Best time to visit

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Novnow Dec

Best months Possible, but not ideal

March to May for cherry blossoms and October to November for autumn colours.

Climate. Humid subtropical: hot, humid summers around 30°C, cool dry winters around 10°C.

Travel info

Good to know

DARTokyo

Fly to Tokyo Narita (NRT) or Haneda (HND), usually connecting in Dubai, Doha or Addis Ababa.

Nearest airport
Narita (NRT) or Haneda (HND)
Currency
Japanese yen (JPY); carry some cash
Languages
Japanese; signs in English on transport
Time zone
Japan Standard Time (UTC+9)
Visa
Many nationalities, including Tanzanian passport holders, need a visa arranged before travel. Our team checks the rules for your passport and can help with the application.

Questions

Before you go to Tokyo

Talk to our Dar es Salaam team

We know Tokyo well and can shape any trip to your dates and budget.

Is Japan expensive?
Less than people expect. Food and transport are good value, and we pick well-located hotels to save travel time.
When are the cherry blossoms?
Usually late March to early April in Tokyo. It’s the busiest season, so book early.

Ready for Tokyo?

Book a ready-made trip in minutes, or let our team in Dar es Salaam shape one around you.

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$1,500 / person
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