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First time in Tokyo and short on time?
This guide helps you cover the must-see spots in one day, perfect for both sightseeing and photo ops.
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Day 1️⃣ Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation ➡️ Akabanebashi ➡️ Shiba Park 18 ➡️ Shinkoin Temple ➡️ KALEDO TOWER ➡️ Shibuya SKY ➡️ Kabukicho ➡️ Ueno Station ➡️ Senso-ji Temple ➡️ Ochanomizu ➡️ ukai Tofu Shop

Recommended route:
1. Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation: Classic Tokyo Tower shot, the red and white tower with traffic flow looks amazing
2. Akabanebashi Station: Step out and you can take photos with Tokyo Tower and street signs together
3. Shiba Park 18: Sit on the bench with Tokyo Tower as the background
4. Shinkoin Temple: A lesser-known spot on a slope, fewer people and great for photos
5. KALEDO TOWER: An excellent direct view of Tokyo Tower
6. Shibuya SKY: Open from 10 AM to 10:30 PM, stunning night views, a must-visit
7. Kabukicho: Neon signs create a great atmosphere, better for photos in the evening
8. Ueno Station: Streets with a strong anime vibe
9. Senso-ji Temple: Tokyo’s oldest temple, the Kaminarimon lantern is a must-check-in
10. Ochanomizu: Take photos of the subway, river, and cityscape from the bridge
11. ukai Tofu Shop: Underground parking lot shot looking up is very atmospheric

Day 2️⃣ Easy one-day trip to Kamakura!
Take the JR from Tokyo to Kamakura Station and transfer to the Enoden Line.
Recommended route: Shichirigahama - Kamakura High School Front - Enoshima.

1️⃣ Shichirigahama,
Walk from the station to the beach to capture beautiful views of Mt. Fuji and the waves together. A hidden spot near Kamakura Prince Hotel lets you shoot trains, houses, and the sea.

2️⃣ Kamakura High School Front,
The classic Slam Dunk scene spot.
About a 10-minute walk from Shichirigahama, the less crowded train exit along the way is also great for photos.

3️⃣ It’s recommended to take the train to Enoshima.
There are many shops on the island, and the popular photo spot "Miharashitei" requires a hike.
Take your time strolling to Sunset Beach to enjoy the scenery.

Some tips:

To see Mt. Fuji, check the weather carefully.
Visibility above 10 is more likely before 8 AM,
Winter has the highest visibility.

⚠️⚠️⚠️ This route is easy and not tiring!
Perfect for those who want a relaxed day.
This route basically doesn’t backtrack,
You can capture different lighting from morning to night.
Remember to bring your camera,
Every spot is great for photos!
First time in Tokyo? Follow this and you won’t go wrong~

Post by DiscoveringDimensions | Sep 10, 2025

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