Tokyo

Japan's capital and largest city, Tokyo blends ancient tradition with cutting-edge technology, forming one of the largest urban agglomerations on Earth.

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Greater Tokyo is the world's largest urban agglomeration, over 37 million people

Tokyo hosted the Summer Olympics in both 1964 and 2020

The city has more Michelin-starred restaurants than any other in the world

Tokyo's rail network is among the world's busiest and most efficient

Tokyo is Japan's capital and largest city, located on the coast of Tokyo Bay in the heart of the Japanese archipelago. Once known as "Edo," it served as the seat of the Shogunate government from 1603, before being renamed "Tokyo," meaning "Eastern Capital," in 1868 when the Emperor relocated there, making it Japan's official capital.

A Blend of Tradition and the Future

Tokyo pairs tranquil Shinto and Buddhist sites, like Sensō-ji Temple in Asakusa, with vibrant districts such as Shibuya and Shinjuku, alive with skyscrapers, neon signs, and ultra-fast rail systems. The city is home to Tokyo Tower and Tokyo Skytree, one of the tallest towers in the world.

Sensō-ji Temple, Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple
Shibuya, famous for its crossing and neon-lit streets
Tokyo Skytree, one of the tallest towers in the world
The Imperial Palace, residence of the Japanese Emperor

Greater Tokyo's population exceeds 37 million, making it the largest urban agglomeration on Earth. The city is a global center of technology and innovation, and has hosted the Summer Olympics twice, in 1964 and 2020.