The character of old downtown really shines along this local shopping district. Hardly changing the past few decades, a trip to the shops will have you feeling like a long time resident.

Walk by the four museums located in Ueno Park. One is the oldest museum in Japan. Another is the only UNESCO world heritage site in the city of Tokyo.

Visit Toshogu Shrine, a shrine to the great founder of the Tokugawa Shogunate and the man who united the warring states. You can’t miss this spectacular display of wealth and power.

See the view of Benten-do Temple. It's spectacular when the lotuses bloom in mid July.

Kiyomizu Kannon-do is a recreation of a well known temple in Kyoto. The moon pine is a must-see.

A bustling shopping street with a variety of vendors. Learn about its connections to both old samurai families and the US military. Lunch will be along this street.

Established in 628 this temple is the oldest in Tokyo. After suffering numerous fires, earthquakes and bombings a lot has changed since Sensouji’s humble origins. Come with us to learn about its long history, unique architecture, and the history makers who worshiped there.

Another area hardly changed by the passage of time. Explore three of the main streets as we pass by everything from little shops selling only one traditional spice to rowdy drinking holes to used kimono shops.

A beautiful park along the famous Sumida River with excellent vantage points to get a selfie with Tokyo Skytree, the Asahi Building, and the Golden Flame.