3-Day Itinerary

3 Days in Tokyo
🗾 Complete Itinerary & Cost Guide

3 days in Tokyo is tight but doable if you focus on the essentials. Most travellers actually stay around 5 days. Here's a realistic day-by-day plan plus what it costs.

Trip length

3 days

Est. cost per person

$600

Best months

March, April

Region

Asia

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

This plan covers the essentials without burnout. Adjust based on opening hours, weather, and your stamina. Most days are 4–6 hours of activity with long meals and downtime built in.

Day 1Arrival + Shibuya

Settle into your hotel, grab a light lunch, then ease into Tokyo with Shibuya Crossing + Hachiko statue. Don't overbook day one — jet lag is real.

Day 2Tsukiji outer market breakfast

Tsukiji outer market breakfast. Pair it with a sit-down lunch nearby and an evening walk through a different neighbourhood.

Day 3Last day in Tokyo

Hit one final must-see (Tsukiji outer market breakfast), pick up souvenirs, and leave time for a relaxed lunch before your flight or onward train.

What does 3 days in Tokyo cost?

Estimates below are per person, including accommodation, food, local transport, and ~1 paid activity per day. Flights to Tokyo are not included — they vary wildly by origin.

Budget

$330

Hostels, street food, public transport

Mid-range

$600

3-star hotel, casual restaurants, 1 paid tour

Luxury

$1,200

4–5 star hotel, fine dining, private guides

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Trip essentials for Tokyo

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Tokyo survival tips

🚇 Transport

IC card (Suica/Pasmo) works on all trains, buses, and even vending machines. Get one at the airport.

🍽 Food

Best sushi is at counter restaurants in Tsukiji and Toyosu. Even cheap conveyor sushi is excellent.

⚠ Watch out

Tokyo is one of the safest big cities on earth. Main warning: don't miss the last train (no Uber alternative cheap).

When to go

March, April, October, November are the best months for Tokyo — the climate is at its best and crowds haven't peaked. Avoid July–August (humidity) and September (typhoons).

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Frequently asked questions

Is 3 days enough for Tokyo?

It's tight. The ideal stay is around 5 days, but 3 days works if you prioritise: focus on Shibuya Crossing + Hachiko statue and skip day trips.

How much does 3 days in Tokyo cost?

Expect around $600 per person mid-range (3-star hotel, casual restaurants, one paid tour). Budget travellers can do it for ~$330, luxury runs ~$1,200. Flights not included.