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Cheap place to play instrument?
Would anyone have any suggestions? I'd rather not play it in a park or under a highway because it's difficult to get to but most importantly I don't want to bother anyone.
if you're in tokyo, check out the "rental space" websites like space market or insta base. people rent out their private studios or even just spare rooms for like 300-500 yen an hour, sometimes less. it's not always soundproofed but for a tin whistle you'd be fine as long as it's a quiet residential area
also some of the bigger book-off or hard-off stores have soundproofed booths for testing instruments, usually free if you're buying something but sometimes they let you just use it if you ask nicely. the one in shinjuku near the yodobashi camera has a couple
another option is your local ward's "soundproof practice room" (bousou renshushitsu) - not the music room at the kumin center, but a dedicated one. they're often in basements of government buildings and run like 100 yen for 15 minutes. the one in bunkyo ward near hongo station is pretty empty on weekdays
fwiw a tin whistle is pretty low volume compared to most stuff so you could prob get away with a storage unit. there's a place called "trunk room" in shibuya near the tokyu hands that rents small lockers for like 400 yen an hour and nobody checks what you're doing as long as you're not obnoxious. just bring a chair and you're set for a bit
also if you're near a university campus like waseda or meiji, some of their music clubs let outsiders use the practice rooms for cheap if you ask nice. like 200 yen for 30 mins at the student union building. just look for the "ongaku bu" signs
honestly for a tin whistle you could prob just find a coin parking lot late at night, like after midnight when everything's dead. the concrete walls bounce sound weird but it's free and nobody's around to hear. i used to practice harmonica under the yamate-dori overpass near meguro, lots of people do it there actually
also check out the practice rooms inside book-off stores, some of the bigger ones in shibuya or ikebukuro have tiny soundproof booths for like 400 yen for 30 minutes. way less hassle than booking a proper studio and they're usually empty on weekday afternoons
Things to Do in Tokyo (2026)
Start your Tokyo journey at the Tokyo Tower (4-2-8 Shibakoen, Minato), which offers panoramic views from its 150-meter observation deck for 1,200 yen. For a more modern perspec… 🗼 Iconic Landmarks
Start your Tokyo journey at the Tokyo Tower (4-2-8 Shibakoen, Minato), which offers panoramic views from its 150-meter observation deck for 1,200 yen. For a more modern perspective, head to the Shibuya Sky observation deck (2-24-12 Shibuya, Shibuya) for 2,000 yen, open until 10 PM. Both spots are less crowded on weekday mornings.
⛩️ Cultural Temples and Shrines
Visit Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa (2-18-9 Kaminarimon, Taito), Tokyo's oldest temple, open daily from 6 AM to 5 PM. For a quieter experience, explore the Meiji Jingu Shrine (1-1 Yoyogikamizonocho, Shibuya), set in a large forested area and free to enter. Arrive early to avoid crowds, especially on weekends.
🍜 Must-Try Food Experiences
Sample authentic ramen at Ichiran Shibuya (1-22-7 Jinnan, Shibuya), where individual booths let you focus on the tonkotsu broth, starting at 1,290 yen. For a unique twist, try conveyor-belt sushi at Uobei Shibuya (1-19-3 Jinnan, Shibuya), with plates from 100 yen. Reservations are not needed, but expect short queues.
🏯 Hidden Neighborhoods
Explore Yanaka, a district that survived WWII bombings, with narrow lanes and traditional shops like Yanaka Ginza shopping street (3-11-1 Yanaka, Taito). For a bohemian vibe, wander Shimokitazawa (Kitazawa, Setagaya), known for vintage stores and indie cafes. Both areas are best explored on foot in the afternoon.
🚇 Getting Around
Use the Tokyo Metro and Toei Subway networks, with a 24-hour pass costing 800 yen for unlimited rides on most lines. The Suica or Pasmo IC cards are rechargeable and work on trains, buses, and even vending machines. Avoid rush hour (7:30-9 AM and 5-7 PM) to travel comfortably.
🌃 Best Evening Spots
Watch the sunset from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building (2-8-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku), where the free observation deck is open until 10 PM. For nightlife, head to Golden Gai in Shinjuku (1-1-6 Kabukicho, Shinjuku), a maze of tiny bars with a cover charge of around 500 yen. Reservations are recommended for popular bars.
🌸 Seasonal Highlights
Cherry blossom season in late March to early April draws crowds to Ueno Park (5-20 Uenokoen, Taito), with over 1,000 cherry trees. For autumn foliage, visit Rikugien Garden (6-16-3 Honkomagome, Bunkyo) in November, lit up at night for 1,000 yen. Check the Japan Meteorological Corporation's forecast for peak dates.
🎁 Unique Souvenirs
Buy traditional crafts at Kappabashi Kitchen Town (3-18-2 Nishiasakusa, Taito), famous for realistic plastic food samples and kitchenware. For quirky gifts, explore Don Quijote stores, like the one in Shibuya (1-16-5 Udagawacho, Shibuya), open 24 hours and offering everything from electronics to snacks. Prices are reasonable, and tax-free shopping is available for tourists.
honestly this is a solid list, you've hit the major spots. one thing i'd add is that the Tsukiji Outer Market is worth a morning even if the inner market moved to Toyosu. the stalls there for tamagoyaki and fresh uni on skewers are unbeatable, and it gets packed by 9am so go early.
for a cheap meal that slaps, try CoCo Ichibanya for curry rice. there's one near basically every station and you can customize the spice level and toppings. it's not fancy but it's a real Tokyo staple that tourists often overlook.
also if you're into temples, the walk from Senso-ji down Nakamise-dori is fun but the side streets in Asakusa have smaller shrines and old-school snack shops that are way less crowded. i stumbled on a tiny place selling matcha soft serve for 350 yen last time and it was better than the touristy ones.