Tokyo is the most challenging and, at the same time, the most rewarding city for a first visit. Everything here works flawlessly — the subway, the restaurants, the hotels. But without a navigation cheat sheet, it's easy to get lost — literally and figuratively.
When to fly
and how to get there
The best months are March–May (cherry blossoms, 59–68°F) and October–November (autumn foliage, 63–72°F). Summer is hot and humid (up to 95°F), while winter is quiet and cool. Direct flights from Moscow to Tokyo run on Aeroflot, ANA, and Japan Airlines. Flight time is 9–10 hours, from $600 round trip.
Visa: visa-free entry for Russian citizens has resumed since 2025 — for stays of up to 90 days. You'll need a valid passport, a return ticket, and proof of accommodation.
Tokyo's neighborhoods:
where to stay
5-day itinerary
and practical info
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Day 1 — Asakusa + Shinjuku. The temple, Ameyoko market, and in the evening — the Tokyo Metropolitan Building followed by dinner in Ōmoide Yokocho.
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Day 2 — Meiji + Harajuku + Shibuya. The shrine in the morning, Takeshita Street, then sunset at Shibuya Crossing.
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Day 3 — Ginza + Tsukiji. Breakfast at the fish market at 8am, followed by galleries and shopping.
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Day 4 — day trip. Nikko (1.5 hrs), Kamakura (1 hr), or Mt. Fuji (2 hrs) — pick based on your interests.
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Day 5 — Akihabara + Odaiba. Electronics, anime, and a Gundam statue on the island.
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