Tokyo is a city that never sleeps, offering a vast array of activities and ways to connect.

Culture & Arts

Museums & Galleries: World-class museums covering art (Tokyo National Museum, Mori Art Museum, Nezu Museum), history, science, and niche interests (e.g., Ghibli Museum, Samurai Museum). Many smaller galleries too.
Temples & Shrines: Peaceful oases amidst the city bustle. Famous examples include Sensō-ji Temple (Asakusa), Meiji Jingū Shrine (Harajuku), Zōjōji Temple (near Tokyo Tower).
Traditional Arts: Experience Kabuki or Noh theatre, tea ceremonies, ikebana (flower arranging).
Festivals (Matsuri): Numerous throughout the year, celebrating seasons, historical events, or local deities. Often feature parades, traditional food stalls, and lively atmospheres. (e.g., Sanja Matsuri in Asakusa, Kanda Matsuri).

Entertainment

Cinema: Shows Japanese and international films. Hollywood movies are often released later than in their home countries and are usually shown in English with Japanese subtitles (except children's films, which may be dubbed).
Karaoke: A quintessential Japanese experience! Rent private rooms with friends or colleagues. Extensive song selections in English.
Live Music: Venues of all sizes, from intimate jazz clubs and indie rock bars to large arenas hosting international stars (e.g., Nippon Budokan, Tokyo Dome).
Theatre & Performance: Musicals, plays, dance performances are all over Tokyo.
Arcades (Game Centers): Multi-story complexes with a huge variety of video games, crane games, and rhythm games.
Animal Cafes: Cat cafes are famous, but there are also owl, hedgehog, and even micropig cafes. (Consider ethical implications).

World Culinary Capital: Tokyo has more Michelin-starred restaurants than any other city. The quality of food is verry high in general.
Diverse Cuisine: From exquisite sushi and tempura to hearty ramen and casual izakaya (Japanese pub) fare. International cuisine is also widely available.
Dining Etiquette: Varies by establishment. Generally, slurping noodles is acceptable. Tipping is not customary.
Nightlife: Countless bars, clubs, and izakaya. Popular areas include Shinjuku (Golden Gai, Omoide Yokocho), Shibuya, Roppongi, Ginza.

Spectator Sports:
- Sumo: Japan's national sport. Tournaments held in Tokyo in January, May, and September.
- Baseball (Yakyū): Extremely popular. Two professional leagues. Tokyo has several teams (e.g., Yomiuri Giants, Yakult Swallows).
- Soccer (J.League): Growing in popularity. FC Tokyo and Tokyo Verdy are local teams.