Exploring Tokyo & Kyoto means diving deep into centuries

Exploring Tokyo & Kyoto means diving deep into centuries-old shrines, lush gardens, and modern art scenes while staying close to local vibes 🤩📸. Here’s my must-see Koto City hit-list + practical travel hacks to make your city days smoother!

Top Spots to Visit in Tokyo:
1. Tomioka Hachiman Shrine (1-20-3 Tomioka, Koto City): Open all day, year-round. Perfect for early-morning calm; don’t skip the giant sumo monuments!
2. Fukagawa Fudou-dō (1-17-13 Tomioka, Koto City): Open 07:30–18:00. Catch the goma fire ritual if you can—super atmospheric.
3. Kiba Park (4-6-1 Hirano, Koto City): Open all day, green escape for picnics or jogging. Take local snacks to save money!
4. Kiyosumi Gardens (3-3-9 Kiyosumi, Koto City): Open 09:00–17:00. Stunning landscape and koi ponds; go around opening for the quietest strolls.
5. Fukagawa Edo Museum (1-3-28 Shirakawa, Koto City): Open 09:30–17:00. Immersive Edo-period street scenes, great for history geeks.
6. Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo: For a dose of art, check out the latest exhibitions. (Tip: Confirm current opening hours online before visiting.)

Pro Travel Hacks:
- Use Tokyo’s metro to bounce between spots; get a prepaid Suica card for easy tap-and-go rides.
- For food, try local soba shops or bakery cafés near shrine streets—affordable and tasty!
- Most shrines & parks have nearby public restrooms, so no need to stress.
- In Kyoto, local buses and trains also work well (contactless IC cards for both cities).
- Weather tip: Tokyo is humid in summer, pack a foldable umbrella and lightweight clothes.

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Post by Agustin (@agustintravel) | Sep 15, 2025