Tokyo, the dynamic capital city of Japan, merges long-standing cultural traditions with modern technology and high-end luxury. Tokyo-centric adventures, ranging from tailor-made shopping and elegant dining to private tours and luxurious hotel accommodations, are all available to visitors of this bustling city.
For the ultimate in convenience, Platinum Jets regularly arranges for guests to fly directly into this vibrant city by private jet. This enables an effortless transfer from aircraft to ground and swift access to the best that Tokyo has to offer. Upon arrival at Tokyo’s private terminals, travelers can immediately board luxury vehicles that take them to their lavish lodges, where they can freshen up and start exploring this amazing city.
The likes of The Peninsula Tokyo and The Aman Tokyo are among the best luxury accommodations in the world, in part because they have some of the most incredible penthouse suites with views of the skyline in the city. Well-heeled travelers are offered exclusive perks like personalized concierge service, private chefs, and bespoke spa treatments. Anything you could ask for is catered to at these luxury properties — whether you need a relaxing spa day, for instance, or a shopping guide who will help you save time by taking you directly to the best quality goods.
Tokyo’s exceptional restaurant scene includes many Michelin-starred venues and limited-seating experiences. Both award-winning restaurants, Sukiyabashi Jiro and Narisawa, serve dishes that highlight Japanese ingredients, brought to life with pinpoint culinary precision. Enjoy unique dinners with a celebrity chef at your hotel, or attend a sushi master class where you’ll learn the craft from an expert. Tokyo hosts elaborate tea ceremonies that allow guests to observe the centuries-old practice of tea preparation in serene private spaces.
Tokyo offers a different kind of luxe experience. A unique blend of history and modernity gives the city a sophisticated edge, and its activities — from top-notch shopping experiences and Michelin-starred hotels to cultural explorations of the majestic Meiji Shrine, Tokyo Tower, and scenic Mount Fuji — ensure there’s plenty to do each time you visit.
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Experiences in Tokyo
Akihabara & Otaku
In Akihabara, Tokyo’s pop culture fans delve into action-packed anime and gaming scenes with high-fidelity electronics. With multi-story arcades and themed cafés and shops stocked with collectible items, Akihabara serves as a paradise for tech enthusiasts and anime fans. In specialty shops laced around the pulsing streets of Akihabara, shelves display rare manga editions among vintage video games and character figurines.
Sensō-ji Temple
Sensō-ji is Tokyo’s oldest and most famous Buddhist temple, located in the historic Asakusa neighborhood. Visit Nakamise Street to get your traditional souvenirs as well as taste Japanese street foods. The wrought-iron Kaminarimon Gate and its giant red and gold lantern serve as an excellent photo spot to mark the entrance to the temple’s sacred grounds. The tradition of burning incense smoke and the practice of drawing omikuji allow visitors to have meaningful spiritual experiences.
Shibuya Crossing – 渋谷交差点
Pedestrians cross Shibuya Crossing in a synchronized movement as shiny neon lights and massive screens offer a colorful background. The bustling neighborhood features hip retail shops in addition to prominent attractions, including the statue of Hachikō. Nearby buildings have observation decks that offer visitors an adrenaline-pumping view of the famous scramble crossing from above. Once darkness descends, Shibuya transforms into a throbbing nightlife hotspot lined with izakayas, karaoke parlors, and late-night entertainment spots.