3-day Tokyo (budget)
This itinerary for Tokyo includes day-by-day suggestions, attractions, food stops, and practical planning ideas to make the trip easier.
Updated for 2026 travel. Use this itinerary as a flexible travel guide for what to do, where to go, and how to organise each day more smoothly.
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Asakusa
Asakusa is a practical base for this itinerary with easier access to nearby stops.
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Day 1 — Asakusa & Ueno — traditional food and budget shopping
Recommended area: Asakusa
Asakusa is a practical base for this itinerary with easier access to nearby stops.
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Senso-ji Temple visit
Start with the historic temple (free). Enjoy the atmosphere and photo spots.
Nakamise Street snacks and souvenirs
Try cheap street snacks (senbei, ningyo-yaki) and pick budget souvenirs.
Ameya-Yokocho market (lunch & shopping)
Busy market street with inexpensive eateries and discount shopping.
Ueno Park stroll (optional museums or zoo)
Relax in the park; optional low-cost museum or Ueno Zoo visit if desired.
Day 2 — Akihabara & Ikebukuro — anime, arcades and budget finds
Recommended area: Akihabara
Akihabara is a practical base for this itinerary with easier access to nearby stops.
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Akihabara Electric Town browsing
Window-shop anime shops, figure stores and electronics — great for free browsing.
Retro game shops and Gachapon Hall
Affordable collectibles and capsule toy machines for fun small purchases.
Budget ramen lunch in Akihabara
Choose a casual ramen shop or standing soba for cheap, filling lunch.
Ikebukuro Sunshine City & anime shops
Visit Sunshine City, Pokemon Center and Otome Road for anime shopping and budget souvenirs.
Day 3 — Harajuku & Shibuya — trendy shopping and street food
Recommended area: Harajuku
Harajuku is a practical base for this itinerary with easier access to nearby stops.
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Meiji Shrine peaceful walk
Start with a calm shrine visit and forested walk (free).
Takeshita Street shopping & crepes
Bustling youth fashion street with budget boutiques and famous crepe stands.
Omotesando / Cat Street casual lunch and window shopping
Stroll stylish streets for affordable cafés and independent shops.
Shibuya Crossing, Hachiko and souvenir shopping
Experience the scramble crossing, visit Hachiko statue and hunt for budget souvenirs.