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3-Day Tokyo Weekend Itinerary - Perfect for Short Trips

Make the most of a long weekend in Tokyo with this efficient 3-day itinerary covering all the must-see attractions and hidden gems.

Duration

3 days

Best Time

Year-round

Difficulty
Easy
Cost Level
Moderate
Trip Overview

You’ll cover ground without rushing in this 3 days plan for 3 day Tokyo. Mornings are crisp; afternoons suit slow garden walks under blossom canopies. Expect short transfers, layered neighborhoods, and plenty of café breaks. We’ll keep detours in pocket: a café with kissaten flair and a calm shrine when crowds swell. You’ll start at 08:00 with tsukiji outer market breakfast in Tsukiji Outer Market, Tokyo. Booking: No booking required. Tip: Go early for best selection; closes early afternoon. Midday brings at 14:00 with shibuya crossing & shopping in Shibuya Station, Tokyo. Booking: No booking required. Tip: Crossing best at rush hour; shopping less crowded weekdays. Later at 17:30 with shibuya sky sunset views in Shibuya Sky, Tokyo. Booking: Book 1-2 weeks ahead for sunset slots. Tip: Sunset slots sell out fast; arrive 30 mins early. Wear broken‑in walking shoes to avoid blisters. Carry a refillable water bottle; convenience stores will keep you topped up.

Sample Day Plan

Here's what a typical day might look like on this itinerary

08:00

Tsukiji Outer Market Breakfast

Consider tsukiji outer market breakfast—Fresh sushi and street food at Japan's most famous fish market.

🕐05:00-14:00
📅No booking required
🚶Walk 2 min
💡Go early for best selection; closes early afternoon
paved walkways, some narrow alleys
14:00

Shibuya Crossing & Shopping

Aim for shibuya crossing & shopping—World's busiest pedestrian crossing and youth fashion district.

🕐10:00-21:00 (shops)
📅No booking required
🚶Walk 4 min
💡Crossing best at rush hour; shopping less crowded weekdays
accessible crossings, elevators in station
17:30

Shibuya Sky Sunset Views

Anchor the day with shibuya sky sunset views—360-degree observation deck with stunning city views.

🕐10:00-22:30
Last Entry: 21:30
📅Book 1-2 weeks ahead for sunset slots
🚶Walk 4 min
💡Sunset slots sell out fast; arrive 30 mins early
wheelchair accessible, elevator access

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🌸 Seasonal Insights

Tokyo all year rewards flexible timing. Sakura forecasts swing by a week—our timing cushions for early or late bloom. Mornings are crisp; afternoons suit slow garden walks under blossom canopies. We bias mornings for light and evenings for cooler air, leaving middays for food and transit. Wear broken‑in walking shoes to avoid blisters. Carry a refillable water bottle; convenience stores will keep you topped up.

📅 Booking Tips & Quirks

Tokyo bookings vary by venue and week. Weekend slots sell out—book 2–3 weeks ahead. Reserve marquee meals 2–4 weeks out and observation decks 3–7 days out; allow buffers for weather. Wear broken‑in walking shoes to avoid blisters. Carry a refillable water bottle; convenience stores will keep you topped up.

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