Where to Stay in Tokyo (First-Time)

Where to Stay in Tokyo (First-Time Visitors)

Choose your area based on your priority:

  • Shinjuku: best all-round transport + nightlife.
  • Shibuya: trendier, great for first-time energy and shopping.
  • Tokyo Station/Ginza: clean and efficient, strong for business-style trips.
  • Asakusa/Ueno: better value, traditional atmosphere.

Rule of thumb: prioritize station convenience over landmark views.

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