Tokyo

Spring and autumn offer comfortable sightseeing, though popular districts and blossoms can be crowded.

Humid summers, cool winters and rainy seasons favour breathable layers, an umbrella and comfortable walking shoes.

Accommodation and dining vary widely; convenience-store meals, neighbourhood eateries and rail passes can reduce daily spending.

Extensive trains and subways cover central Tokyo, but crowded interchanges and complex fares can slow first-time visitors.

Explore Asakusa, Meiji Shrine, Shibuya, Tsukiji Outer Market and museums across Ueno and Roppongi.

Tokyo is generally safe, though take normal precautions around nightlife districts and crowded stations.