Tokyo

Escape the hustle and bustle of Tokyo and discover Japan's natural wonders around World Heritage Mount Fuji and Hakone in just one day. Visit the 5th Station of Mt Fuji, explore the Ninja House, and relax in a Japanese Garden. Later, experience the vibrant energy of Owakudani, the Great Boiling Valley, go for a landscape ride on a sky gondola then feel the breeze from a Lake Ashi cruise.

The Senso-ji temple is an old-town Buddhist institution. Though a major tourist attraction, this is primarily a traditional, local site where worshippers cast coins, clap ceremoniously and bow in respect to an image of Kannon, the Goddess of Compassion.

This stylised theatre performance consists of elaborate choreography and make-up combined with colourful traditional nagauta music. The plays are dramatic and exciting, though, in the 17th century, female kabuki performers were banned - men now play the roles of both genders most convincingly.

Crossing the streets in front of the Shibuya Station is an experience on its own. Approximately 2.500 people cross the road at a time. Many street artists gather in this area to show their performances. You can also find the statue of the famous and loyal dog Hachikō between the station and the intersection.

The museum is situated close to the sumo stables so there’s a chance you bump into the odd wrestling professional on your way to the Edo. Inside, a more thorough glimpse of Tokyo’s history is revealed, with exhibits depicting events like the 1923 Great Kanto earthquake and traditional scenes from everyday life.

Shinjuku Gyoen is a popular park among tourists and locals alike and no wonder why - it is one of Tokyo's largest parks. With a large number of cherry (Sakura) trees and amazing greenhouses with tropical and subtropical flowers. This traditional Japanese landscape garden is the ultimate escape for relaxation.

If you would like to discover the city in a different way, this might be something for you - explore the city with a bike. Tokyo Great Cycling Tour is a guided tour which will take you to the major tourist spots in Tokyo. This will definitely be a fun way to see Tokyo.

This amazing fantasyland also exists in Tokyo; a paradise for young and old. Tokyo Disneyland offers seven themed lands like the Adventureland where you can enjoy a jungle cruise or why not explore the Westernland and go on the roller-coaster called Mine Train? There is also the area called Fantasyland where you can wander around at Prince Charming and Cinderella´s castle. In addition, there is Tokyo DisneySea which is located in Tokyo Disney Resort. It also provides seven themed ports with lots of fun for all ages.

Ueno Zoo is the oldest zoo in Japan. It was founded in 1882 and today it holds 3000 animals, more than 400 different species and provides all visitors a learning experience. In the East area, you will find pandas, animals in Japan, mammal, and ocean creatures. In the West area, you will find African animals, reptiles, small mammals, and a children's zoo.

If you really want to dive into the Japanese culture, you can't miss out on getting to know local cuisine and culinary traditions that go back centuries. There are several locations for Japanese cooking classes across Tokyo, some of which include: Maikoya - Kimono Tea Ceremony (& cooking lessons) Kabukicho 9F, Tokyo +81 362 738 818 Nobu Restaurant located in the Toranomon Towers Office +81 357 330 070

In this museum, you will learn the history of the Yebisu beer, first produced in 1890 in the namesake neighbourhood in Tokyo. Partake in a guided tour or stroll through the museum on your own and end the tour in the tasting corner, where you can purchase 6 different kinds of brews, produced in the Yebisu halls.