Early start for the Imperial Palace East Gardens viewing, followed by a transfer to a hotel in lively Shinjuku. We immediately checked out the busy station and spent the afternoon exploring the beautiful Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. Evening brought drinks at a rooftop bar and then immersion in the tiny, character-filled alleys of Golden Gai for whiskey.
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The day began with TeamLab Planets, a mesmerizing, full-body immersive digital art experience. Then we grabbed fresh tuna at Tsukiji Outer Market; explored the sumo district, admiring the massive Edo-Tokyo Museum and the solemn Tokyo Memorial Hall. A river cruise to Asahi Beer Tower for drinks followed by Harry Potter then ended the day with delicious Miso Ramen at Ramen Street in Tokyo Station.
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