What to do in Yashio

Activities, attractions and tours

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Activities

Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket

Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket

NZ$38
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: teamLab Planets TOKYO Digital Art Museum Entry Ticket
Picture 1 for Activity From Tokyo: Mt. Fuji & Hakone Tour w/ Return by Bullet Train

From Tokyo: Mt. Fuji & Hakone Tour w/ Return by Bullet Train

NZ$191
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
From Tokyo: Mt. Fuji & Hakone Tour w/ Return by Bullet Train
Tokyo After 5: Small Group Evening Food Tasting Tour

Tokyo Evening Food Adventure: Hidden Eateries & Local Flavours

NZ$117
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tokyo Evening Food Adventure: Hidden Eateries & Local Flavours
From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Full-Day Sightseeing Trip

From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Full-Day Highlights Sightseeing Trip

NZ$107
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
From Tokyo: Mount Fuji Full-Day Highlights Sightseeing Trip
Picture 2 for Activity Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Oishi Park & Lake Kawaguchi & Oshino Hakkai

Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Oishi Park & Lake Kawaguchi & Oshino Hakkai

NZ$82
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Oishi Park & Lake Kawaguchi & Oshino Hakkai
Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Hakone Ropeway, Lake Ashi Cruise,Owakudani

Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Hakone Ropeway, Lake Ashi Cruise,Owakudani

NZ$82
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Tokyo: Mt Fuji & Hakone Ropeway, Lake Ashi Cruise,Owakudani
Tattoo-friendly open-air Onsen & drink

Tattoo-friendly open-air Onsen & drink

NZ$66
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tattoo-friendly open-air Onsen & drink
Tokyo Asakusa: Guided Japanese Cabaret Show

Tokyo Asakusa: Guided Japanese Cabaret Show (Taishu Engeki)

NZ$35
per adult
Tokyo Asakusa: Guided Japanese Cabaret Show (Taishu Engeki)
Tokyo Imperial Palace: Unveiling Emperors & Samurai Stories Walk

Tokyo: Imperial Palace and Shogun Storytelling Walk

NZ$63
per adult
Tokyo: Imperial Palace and Shogun Storytelling Walk
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Top places to visit

1. Tokyo Disneyland®

At the captivating Tokyo Disneyland® theme resort, the movies of Walt Disney spring to life with a host of family-friendly attractions. Enjoy roller coasters and fairground rides, watch music and dance performances and meet world-famous Disney characters. You can even spend the night at a themed hotel. The resort opened in 1983 and was the first Disney Park outside of the U.S.
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2. Tokyo DisneySea®

Take the whole family to Tokyo DisneySea® for an experience like no other. This fantasy theme park is part of the Tokyo Disney Resort, but it is unlike any other Disney park in the world. Here, the myths and legends of the oceans come to life, with seven fantastical areas to explore. From Mediterranean Harbor, where you can float down Venice-style canals on gondolas, to the Arabian Coast and the magical world of Aladdin, there are memories to be made at every turn.
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3. Tokyo Tower

From the ground, Tokyo Tower in southern Tokyo is an unmissable landmark. Inspired by Paris’s Eiffel Tower, but nine metres taller, it was built during the reconstruction of Tokyo after World War II both as a broadcasting tower and as a symbol of Japan’s growing economic power. When it was finished in 1958, it was the tallest tower in the world. Since then, more than 150 million people have visited the tower and continue to flock here every year.
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4. Tokyo Skytree

In 2012, Tokyo made world news when visitors flocked to the opening of the tallest tower on the planet. Standing at 634 metres, Skytree is twice as high as the Eiffel Tower and gives unrivalled views of Tokyo’s cityscape and beautiful surrounding environment. Poets and artists across the centuries have looked to Mount Fuji for inspiration, and from Skytree you can take a moment to gaze on its symmetrical, snow-capped cone from a unique perspective.
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5. Shibuya Crossing

Marvel at Shibuya Crossing’s flashing neon lights, gigantic video screens and up to 2,500 pedestrians surging into the street simultaneously. The experience is chaotic and compelling. This intersection encapsulates the city’s energy and is a popular setting for Tokyo street scenes in photos and motion pictures, including Sofia Coppola’s Lost in Translation.
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6. Tokyo Imperial Palace

When the Japanese government dissolved the Empire of Japan in the mid twentieth-century, the Emperor became the symbolic head of the country. Today the Japanese Imperial family lives in the beautiful Tokyo Imperial Palace complex. At this symbolic seat of global power, gardens, residences, imperial administration buildings, and stunning architecture spread over an area of over 3 kilometres.
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7. Sensoji Temple

Much of modern life in Tokyo revolves around the latest technology, but there’s still space for the spirituality of Buddhism. At Sensoji Temple, Buddhist monks practise their ancient way of life in the oldest temple in Tokyo, a five-storey red and white pagoda, set among the high rises of the city.
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8. Tokyo Big Sight

Tokyo Big Sight is an exhibition center that lives up to its name. Its enormous space-age Conference Tower can be seen from around Kōtō. One of the largest convention centers in Japan, this vast complex offers stunning vistas of the Tokyo Bay waterfront and has become an iconic part of the Tokyo skyline. Appreciate the modern and sleek interior décor of this impressive structure as well.
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Recommended things to do in Yashio

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Frequently asked questions

Is Yashio worth visiting?
Yashio offers a unique mix of culture, attractions and local charm. Whether you're into history, the outdoors or traditional food, there's a lot to enjoy here.
How do I spend a day in Yashio?
Begin your day with a visit to Soka Park. Then, check out other areas of Yashio for a quick bite and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Yashio?
The top tourist attraction near Yashio is Soka Park, so don't forget to include it on your trip itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Yashio?
You'll have ample time to experience Soka Park, Yatatebashi Bridge and other major attractions around the area when you book a three-day escape to Yashio.
Is Yashio a walkable neighbourhood?
That really depends on what you'd like to see in and around Yashio. Several top sights, such as Soka Park, are accessible on foot. Up for wandering around other nearby neighbourhoods? Misato is 3 kilometres away from Yashio.
What are some activities to do in Yashio with kids?
Whether you're travelling with young explorers or adventure-seeking teens, a schedule filled with fun activities makes a big difference. Check out our recommendations for what to do in Yashio with kids.

What to do in Yashio for adults?
From delicious food and cultural attractions to thrilling activities and unique experiences, there's no shortage of fun things to do in Yashio for adults.
Are there free things to do in Yashio?
You won't have to hunt high and low for free things to do in Yashio. Just ask a local tour guide and they'll have great suggestions for places you can enjoy for nothing. One free option for your itinerary is Soka Park.