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Travel Economically to Tokyo Tower, a Futuristic Art Museum, and Ginza
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If you arrive at Haneda Airport in the morning, use the Keikyu Haneda/Subway Common Pass to save money on transportation while exploring Tokyo! You can use it to visit places like Tokyo Tower, Ginza, and the National Art Center, Tokyo. We also introduce an affordable hotel located in Ginza.
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Tokyo Tower and Ginza! Explore Tokyo Conveniently
If you want to explore famous places in Tokyo right on the day you arrive at Haneda Airport, use a convenient transit pass and save money! The Keikyu Haneda/Subway Common Pass is a discount one-day ticket priced at only 1,200 yen that can be used on the Keikyu Line to Sengakuji Station and on all the Tokyo Metro and Toei Subway lines, allowing you to travel anywhere around Tokyo's 23 wards.
The itinerary introduced below takes you to iconic places in Tokyo such as Tokyo Tower, with its wonderful views of the city, the futuristic National Art Center Tokyo, and the elegant shopping district of Ginza. FInally, we'll introduce KEIKYU EX INN Higashi Ginza, a comfortable hotel that's ideal for a stay in the heart of Tokyo.
9:00 - 9:30 -- Depart from Haneda Airport
Picture courtesy of Keikyu Railways
The Keikyu Haneda/Subway Common Pass can be purchased at the KEIKYU Tourist Information Center (Haneda Airport Terminal 3) located at the entrance to the Keikyu lines, on the same floor (2F) as the International Arrivals Lobby at Haneda Airport Terminal 3.
The KEIKYU Tourist Information Center (Haneda Airport Terminal 3) has staff who can assist you in English. You'll also find helpful pamphlets with information on things to see and do in Tokyo. Near the KEIKYU TIC, on the third floor, there is a convenience store, a drug store, and even a dining area where you can refresh yourself before the trip.
The Keikyu Haneda/Subway Common Pass can also be bought using the vending machines located near the KEIKYU TIC. Select your language, then select "Special Ticket" on the screen. The pass will appear as one of the options so please select "Keikyu Haneda/Subway Common Pass."
The Keikyu Haneda/Subway Common Pass consists of two tickets: one is for the Keikyu line that takes you from the airport to Sengakuji Station, and one is your day pass for all the subway lines in Tokyo. Please insert both of them in the ticket gates and remember to pick up the one-day subway ticket that comes out.
9:50 - 10:16 -- From Haneda Airport to Tokyo Tower
Take the Keikyu Line Airport Express train bound for Inba-Nihon-Idai Station departing at 9:50 and you'll reach Daimon Station without changing trains.
From Daimon Station, you'll be able to reach Tokyo Tower after a 13-minute walk. The beautiful red tower is visible from anywhere and it will be easy to reach. You'll be passing by the famous Zojoji Temple and through Shiba Park, both located at the foot of Tokyo Tower.
10:45 - 12:15 -- Tokyo Tower: Enjoy Stunning Views of Tokyo!
Tokyo Tower, the second tallest communications and broadcasting tower in Tokyo at 333 m, was built in 1958. Its beautiful bright orange figure has captured the hearts of many.
We recommend visiting the Gallery on the first floor (free admission), the Main Deck, and the Top Deck. A ticket to the Main Deck costs 1,200 yen for adults while a ticket that includes both the Main Deck and Top Deck is 3,000 yen (online tickets available for 2,800 yen).
At the Gallery, you can also see incredibly detailed miniatures of Tokyo Tower and of Tokyo City as it looked in the fifties. Here you can learn how Tokyo Tower was built and why, as well as a series of interesting facts about this tower.
The Main Deck is located 150 meters above ground and has two floors that allow you to enjoy an amazing panoramic view of the city. Visit on a clear day and you can see as far as Mt. Fuji! The view of the dazzling city lights is breathtaking, so consider visiting again sometime in the evening.
There is also a glass floor area where you can see the structure of the tower and city right under your feet. It's a little scary to walk on the glass floor, but it's an amazing experience!
The Main Deck is often a venue for events and exhibitions. On the lower level of the deck, there is a video projection area showing a fascinating video of Tokyo Tower's history.
The Top Deck is 250 meters above ground, so it's 100 meters higher than the Main Deck. Reaching it by elevator will give you thrills, because some parts of the wall are of glass!
In the Top Deck, the spectacular views of the city are reflected and enhanced by the artistic geometrical mirrors covering the walls. It's an extremely stylish observatory that will compel you to take hundreds of photos!
Hotels near Tokyo Tower
12:15 - 13:15 -- Lunch at Tokyo Tower's Foot Town
Tokyo Tower's Foot Town occupies the four floors at the base of the tower. Here you'll find a dining area (2F), souvenir shops, and galleries.
We suggest having lunch on the second floor where you can find anything from Japanese dining and light meals to fast food and sweets. All the restaurants here offer great-tasting meals at affordable prices.
13:34 - 13:37 -- From Akabanebashi Station to Roppongi
Our next destination is the National Art Center, Tokyo, which can be reached on foot from Roppongi Station.
First, walk from Tokyo Tower to Akabanebashi Station. From there, board the Toei Subway Oedo Line bound for Roppongi and get off at Roppongi Station. The ride only took us 4 minutes. Remember to use your Keikyu Haneda/Subway Common Pass when passing through the ticket gates!
Once you reach Roppongi Station, make sure you use the exit that is nearest to the National Art Center, Tokyo.
14:00 - 16:00 – The National Art Center, Tokyo: Enjoy Art and a Relaxing Break
Picture courtesy of The National Art Center, Tokyo
The National Art Center, Tokyo is an impressive structure that has been gaining a lot of attention for its futuristic architecture. Step inside and you'll be amazed by how sunlight fills the building.
Picture courtesy of The National Art Center, Tokyo
There are several galleries within the museum hosting exhibitions that are regularly. In addition to major art exhibitions that require an entrance fee, some of the exhibitions can be enjoyed for free. Stop by the information center to check the ongoing events and enjoy some of these exhibitions.
Inside the National Art Center, Tokyo, there are four dining places: BRASSERIE PAUL BOCUSE Le Musée (3F), a restaurant specializing in exquisite French dishes, two cafes - Salon de Thé ROND (2F) and Café COQUILLE (1F), as well as Cafétéria CARRÉ (B1), which is ideal for casual dining.
Picture courtesy of The National Art Center, Tokyo
After enjoying some of the art exhibitions, we stopped for a break at Salon de Thé ROND. This stylish cafe is located on a giant inverted cone, offering an extremely elegant dining experience. Being here makes you feel like you're floating in the air!
A great view of Salon de Thé ROND can be enjoyed from the restaurant BRASSERIE PAUL BOCUSE Le Musée, which is located on the third floor. This restaurant is open until 20:00 at dinnertime, so you might want to keep it in mind for a special occasion. The dishes offered here are outstanding and affordably priced.
Hotels near The National Art Center, Tokyo
16:16 - 16:27 -- From Nogizaka Station to Ginza
To travel to Ginza, take the Chiyoda Line train from Nogizaka Station and change to the Hibiya Line at Hibiya Station. This ride took us about 12 minutes.
16:30 - 17: 00 -- Enjoy a Walk through Ginza
Tokyo's Ginza district is one of the most elegant and famous shopping districts in the world. In addition to luxury brand shops and department stores, you can also find large shops with casual fashion, charming stationery stores, cafes, and galleries.
On your way to the hotel, you'll pass by the iconic Kabukiza Theater. Walking around Ginza is a mesmerizing experience; there is something new to discover around every corner.
After 17:00 -- Check in to Hotel KEIKYU EX INN Higashi Ginza
Picture courtesy of KEIKYU EX INN Higashi Ginza
If you'd like to stay right in the heart of Tokyo, KEIKYU EX INN Higashi Ginza is the ideal accommodation for you. The staff is friendly and can assist you in English. Right by the reception counter, you'll find pamphlets with information on the best places to visit in the area.
The rooms at KEIKYU EX INN Higashi Ginza are spacious and offer views of Ginza's streets. The seventh floor is female only, so female travelers can rest assured that they'll enjoy a safe stay. The rooms on this floor have stylish amenities, including a hair iron, that will make any girl happy!
KEIKYU EX INN Higashi Ginza is extremely conveniently located for those who wish to explore the center of Tokyo and the room fees are very affordable for this area. On the first floor of the building, there is a cafe where guests can stop for breakfast or coffee.
After checking in, we suggest continuing your explorations of Ginza, an exciting district that never ceases to amaze.
Hotels near Keikyu EX Inn Higashi Ginza
Explore Tokyo with the Keikyu Haneda/Subway Common Pass
The Keikyu Haneda/Subway Common Pass is a great value, as it allows a one-way ride from Haneda Airport to Tokyo and unlimited rides on Tokyo Metro and Toei Subway lines for a day.
We hope that the itinerary introduced above inspires you to explore Tokyo from your very first day in Japan!
For more information on convenient transit passes for travel in Tokyo and its surroundings, please check this website: https://www.haneda-tokyo-access.com/en/ticket/discount/
Route Summary
Haneda Airport Terminal 3 → Daimon Station → Tokyo Tower → Akabanebashi Station → Roppongi Station → National Art Center, Tokyo → Nogizaka Station → Ginza Station → Hotel KEIKYU EX INN Higashi Ginza
Expenses
Transportation: 1,200 yen (Keikyu Haneda/Subway Common Pass)
Entrance fees: 4,000 yen
Lunch and snacks: around 2,000 yen
The writer visited these facilities on January 25, 2021.
Supported by Keikyu Corporation International Tourism
I'm an adventurist who loves to explore places in Japan, learn new things, and discover new cuisines. My passion includes writing, painting, fashion, and travel.
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