Tokyo's archaeological remains date back 5,000 years. Sensō-ji temple, Japan's earliest religious temple, founded in 628. Edo name first appears in 12th century. Edo Castle constructed from 1457 to 1640
Tokyo's oldest-established temple dedicated to Kannon, founded in 645 AD. Destroyed in 1945 firebombing, rebuilt in 1950s with titanium roof. World's most visited religious site with over 30 million annual visitors
Tokyo offers modern sights and spa treatments for relaxation. Massages help relieve muscle soreness and improve circulation. Spa treatments are beneficial for stress reduction and overall well-being
Sushiroku Roppongi features premium ingredients and chef trained at Joel Robuchon. Ogouchi Toshiki's restaurant uses Fukushima rice and aged sake lees vinegars. Sushi Tenkawa emphasizes seasonal vegetables and Fukui-grown rice. Nishiazabu Sushi Shin offers Michelin-starred Edomae-style sushi with seasonal changes. Sushi Yon provides private rooms with Tokyo skyline views
Tokyo's Ikebukuro and Akihabara districts host five major electronics retailers. Stores offer duty-free shopping with product testing and multilingual staff. Foreign tourists increasingly purchase Japanese electronics like cameras and audio
Tokyo's 2024 population is estimated at 37,115,000. The city's 23 wards had a 2016 population of 9,262,046. Tokyo metropolitan area exceeds 36 million people. Tokyo is Japan's largest city, with 25% of Japan's population