About this guide

Tokyo First Steps is an independent guide for people visiting Japan for the first time. It covers one small, walkable part of central Tokyo, because a first day is easier when the map is small.

Independence

This site is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, any railway company, station operator, department store or other business mentioned here. Names are used only to help you find places.

Accuracy

Places are described in general terms on purpose. Opening days, prices, train times and tax-free rules change, so please confirm them with the official source before you rely on them. The pages were last reviewed in November 2026.

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