๐ฏ๐ต Ultimate Tokyo Travel Guide! ๐ผโจ
(Costs, Attractions, Transportation, Flights, Food, Instagram Spots, Restaurants & Hotels)
Planning a trip to Tokyo? This super detailed guide will help you budget, save money, and visit the best spots while avoiding tourist traps! ๐ฏ
๐ฐ Budget Breakdown (in MYR – Malaysian Ringgit)
| Category | Estimated Cost (5-7 Days) |
|---|---|
| Flight ๐ซ | RM1,500 – RM3,000 (round trip) |
| Accommodation ๐จ | RM200 – RM600/night (budget to luxury) |
| Transportation ๐ | RM100 – RM400 (metro + buses + JR Pass) |
| Food ๐ฃ | RM50 – RM200/day |
| Attractions ๐ | RM100 – RM400 (entry tickets) |
| Shopping ๐ | Personal budget |
| Total ๐ต | RM3,000 – RM7,000 (varies by traveler) |
โ Flight Prices (KUL โ Tokyo Narita/Haneda)
๐น Direct Flights:
- Malaysia Airlines (MAS) – RM2,000+
- All Nippon Airways (ANA) / Japan Airlines (JAL) – RM2,500+
๐น Budget Airlines (cheaper, but no checked luggage):
- AirAsia – RM1,500+
- ZIPAIR (JALโs low-cost airline) – RM1,800+
๐ก Tip: Book 2-3 months in advance to get the best deals. Avoid peak seasons (Cherry Blossom: March-April, Autumn Leaves: October-November, Winter Holidays: December).
๐ Tokyo Transportation Guide
๐ Recommended Transport Cards
๐ Suica/Pasmo Card – For Tokyo Metro, JR trains, buses (Top up RM100+)
๐ JR Pass (for traveling to multiple cities) – RM1,000+ (7-day pass)
๐ Taxis/Uber are expensive! Starting fare RM20+, use metro or bus instead
๐ก Metro Pass Options:
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Tokyo Metro 24-hour Pass – RM30
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Tokyo Metro + Toei Subway 24-hour Pass – RM35
๐ Must-Visit Attractions & How to Get There
| Attraction | Highlights | Entry Fee | How to Get There & Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tokyo Tower๐ผ | Iconic landmark, beautiful night view | RM50+ | Hibiya Line to Kamiyacho Station, 10-min walk (RM6) |
| Tokyo Skytree ๐ | Tallest tower, stunning city views | RM100+ | Hanzomon Line to Oshiage Station, 5-min walk (RM6) |
| Sensoji Temple & Kaminarimonโฉ | Oldest temple, famous lantern | Free | Ginza Line to Asakusa Station, 3-min walk (RM5) |
| Meiji Shrine | Tokyoโs most famous shrine | Free | JR Yamanote Line to Harajuku Station, 5-min walk (RM6) |
| Akihabara๐ฎ | Anime, gaming, electronic shops | Free | JR Yamanote Line to Akihabara Station, 2-min walk (RM6) |
| Shibuya & Harajuku ๐ | Trendy shopping, Shibuya crossing | Free | JR Yamanote Line to Shibuya Station (RM6) |
| Tokyo Disneyland/DisneySea ๐ข | World-famous theme parks | RM300+ | JR Keiyo Line to Maihama Station, 5-min walk (RM10) |
| Sanrio Puroland ๐ | A must-visit for Hello Kitty fans | RM150+ | Odakyu Line to Tama Center Station, 10-min walk (RM15) |
๐ฃ Must-Try Foods & Recommended Restaurants
| Dish | Recommended Restaurants | Price (RM) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramen ๐ | Ichiran Ramen / AFURI / Tsuta Ramen | RM40 – RM60 |
| Sushi ๐ฃ | Nemuro Hanamaru / Kyubey / Sushi Dai | RM80 – RM300 |
| Yakiniku (BBQ) ๐ฅฉ | Gyu-Kaku / Kamakura Wagyu / Jojoen | RM100 – RM300 |
| Tonkatsu (Pork Cutlet) ๐ฑ | Wako / Maisen | RM50 – RM80 |
| Takoyaki (Octopus Balls) ๐ | Gindaco | RM30 – RM50 |
| Tempura ๐ค | Tempura Kondo / Kaneko Hannosuke | RM80 – RM200 |
| Matcha Desserts ๐ต | Nanaโs Green Tea / Tsujiri / Ippodo | RM30 – RM80 |
๐ก Money-saving tips:
- 7-Eleven/FamilyMart/Lawson sell delicious & cheap rice balls, bentos (RM10+)
- Lunch sets are often cheaper than dinner at high-end restaurants
๐จ Recommended Hotels (by Budget)
๐ฐ Budget (RM150 – RM300/night)
- UNPLAN Hostel Tokyo โ Clean & modern, great for backpackers
- Ueno First Cabin Tokyo โ Capsule hotel with excellent location
- SAKU REN Hotel Asakusa โ Affordable and near tourist spots
๐ Mid-Range (RM300 – RM600/night)
- Shinjuku Granbell Hotel โ Convenient location near Shinjuku Station
- Shibuya Excel Tokyu Hotel โ Close to Shibuyaโs shopping district
- Dormy Inn Asakusa โ Includes an onsen, great value
๐ Luxury (RM800+ /night)
- Mandarin Oriental Tokyo โ 5-star hotel with stunning views
- Aman Tokyo โ Ultimate luxury & relaxation
- Four Seasons Hotel Otemachi โ High-end experience
๐ก How to save on hotels:
- Airbnb is great for families & groups
- Capsule hotels are unique & budget-friendly
