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Free things to do in Tokyo
No-spend weekends in Tokyo — free museums, parks, markets and walks that don't cost a dollar.
Editor's pickCurated by locals
Top spots in Tokyo
Shinjuku Gyoen
OutdoorsShinjuku
144 acres of formal gardens — peak in cherry blossom and autumn.
Yanaka
OutdoorsTaito
Old-Tokyo neighbourhood that survived the bombings — cats, temples, sento baths.
Shibuya Scramble
CultureShibuya
The crossing — go to Shibuya Sky for the rooftop view at dusk.
TeamLab Planets
CultureToyosu
Immersive digital-art installation — book weeks ahead.
Frequently asked
- Standouts right now: Shibuya Scramble, TeamLab Planets, Yanaka. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Tokyo and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.
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