Ask Locals in Tokyo!

Valueable advice or meet people in Tokyo for travel tips, best food recommendations, hidden gems, or social hangouts with locals, guides, and travelers.

Trends in Tokyo

#convenience 99+ #recommendations 99+ #navigation 99+ #Onigiri 97 #ramen 🍜 94 #serenity 64 #anyone 57 #caffeine 52 #japanese 48 #banking 43

cora · #recommendations

What to do for a special birthday? Recommendations welcomed

Hi everyone,

I will be hosting Tokyo with my husband for his 30th birthday in March 2025, I really want to make it special.

I’m thinking of doing something fun in the day and maybe a n… more

Reply 1 Share · 2mos

elfy · 2mos

Depends on your budget and what kind of special you're going for! Shibuya crossing at night is iconic, but maybe a quieter dinner in Ginza would be more romantic. TeamLab Borderless is amazing if you're into art. So many options!

ingaofferm… · #the

Naitomachi Nightlife?

Naitomachi

I'm heading to Naitomachi next month, it's supposed to be pretty lively at night. Heard it's got a great, hidden little ramen shop tucked away down a side street – the kind of place only locals know… more

Reply 1 Share · 1h

anneliesschnell… · 1h

Naitomachi at night is awesome! Seriously buzzing. Don't worry too much about getting lost – just use Google Maps or a similar app offline; that'll save your bacon. The streets are pretty well-lit, even the smaller ones. As for the ramen place... good luck finding it without a recommendation. Most of the truly amazing, tucked-away spots are discovered by accident or word-of-mouth. Maybe try asking your hotel or a local bar tender – they'll know the real deals. Enjoy your trip! You'll have a blast.