After a busy Mount Fuji day trip, today is more relaxed.
You’ll explore Tokyo’s upscale districts, historic landmarks and one of Japan’s most iconic towers.
Exchange Rate Used:
¥100 = RM3.00
Day 5 Summary
Main Areas:
- Imperial Palace
- Marunouchi
- Tokyo Station
- Ginza
- Tokyo Tower
Estimated Budget:
RM180–500
Expected Walking Distance:
8–10km
8:00 AM – Breakfast
Recommended:
Komeda Coffee
Budget:
¥800–1,200
(RM24–36)
Doutor Coffee
Budget:
¥600–1,000
(RM18–30)
Convenience Store Breakfast
Budget:
¥400–700
(RM12–21)
9:00 AM – Imperial Palace East Gardens
Opening Hours:
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Admission:
Free
Time Required:
1–1.5 Hours
Highlights:
- Historic Castle Grounds
- Stone Walls
- Japanese Gardens
- Moats
This is one of the few places where you can experience old Tokyo in the middle of the modern city.
10:30 AM – Marunouchi District
Admission:
Free
Time Required:
1 Hour
Highlights:
- Modern Skyscrapers
- Luxury Shopping
- Business District
Photography Spot:
Marunouchi Plaza facing Tokyo Station.
11:30 AM – Tokyo Station
Admission:
Free
Time Required:
1 Hour
Highlights:
- Historic Red Brick Building
- Character Street
- Ramen Street
Popular Shops:
Pokémon Store
Ghibli Store
Sanrio Shop
Jump Shop
Shopping Budget:
¥0–5,000
(RM0–150)
12:30 PM – Lunch
Recommended:
Tokyo Ramen Street
Budget:
¥1,200–2,000
(RM36–60)
Tonkatsu
Budget:
¥1,500–2,500
(RM45–75)
Sushi
Budget:
¥2,000–4,000
(RM60–120)
Expected Spend:
¥2,000
(RM60)
2:00 PM – Ginza
Travel Time:
5 Minutes
Fare:
¥180
(RM5)
2:15 PM – Explore Ginza
Admission:
Free
Time Required:
2–3 Hours
Highlights:
- Luxury Shopping
- Department Stores
- Japanese Stationery
- Flagship Stores
Popular Stores:
Uniqlo Ginza
12 Floors
Muji Ginza
Itoya Stationery
Ginza Six
Shopping Budget
Optional:
¥3,000–20,000+
(RM90–600+)
4:30 PM – Coffee Break
Recommended:
Ginza Cafe
Budget:
¥800–1,500
(RM24–45)
Perfect opportunity to rest before the evening.
5:30 PM – Travel to Tokyo Tower
Fare:
¥180–220
(RM5–7)
Travel Time:
20 Minutes
6:00 PM – Tokyo Tower
Opening Hours:
9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Admission:
Main Deck
¥1,500
(RM45)
Top Deck Tour
¥3,300
(RM99)
Recommended:
Main Deck
Best Value
Best Time
30 Minutes Before Sunset
You’ll experience:
- Day View
- Sunset
- Night View
in a single visit.
7:30 PM – Dinner
Recommended:
Yakiniku
Budget:
¥3,000–5,000
(RM90–150)
Izakaya
Budget:
¥2,500–4,500
(RM75–135)
Sushi
Budget:
¥3,000–6,000
(RM90–180)
Expected Spend:
¥3,500
(RM105)
9:00 PM – Tokyo Tower Night Photography
Many photographers stay another 30–45 minutes after sunset.
Tokyo Tower is arguably more photogenic at night than during the day.
Day 5 Budget Summary
| Item | Cost (JPY) | Cost (RM) |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast | ¥1,000 | RM30 |
| Transport | ¥600 | RM18 |
| Lunch | ¥2,000 | RM60 |
| Coffee | ¥1,000 | RM30 |
| Tokyo Tower | ¥1,500 | RM45 |
| Dinner | ¥3,500 | RM105 |
Estimated Total
¥9,600
(≈ RM288)
Shopping not included.
Common Mistakes
❌ Spending too much time shopping in Ginza
❌ Visiting Tokyo Tower only after dark
❌ Skipping Tokyo Station Character Street
❌ Visiting on a rainy day if photography is important
Tomorrow: Day 6 Tokyo Itinerary
Highlights:
- DisneySea (Recommended)
OR - Tokyo Disneyland
Estimated Budget:
RM350–900
Depending on ticket and spending.
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