Top Things To Do In Tokyo

Above, finding food at a bargain is easy in Tokyo like this restaurant in Asakusa. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

When one is going to Japan on a vacation trip, there are many places to see and things to do around the country.

However, if one is short on time or on a limited budget, just staying in Tokyo is an option. There plenty there to fill the times.

National Geographic posted a list of top 7 things to do in Tokyo or nearby (such as Kamakura).

Above, the Great Buddha of Kamakura. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

They begin it with:

Forget the notion that Tokyo is nothing but a concrete sprawl, neon and crowds—that tells only a small part of the city’s story. From centuries-old festivals and calming gardens to cutting-edge galleries and culture classes, these seven experiences will help you discover the many other sides of Japan’s capital. 

To read more, go here.