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Tokyo

Where ancient ceremony meets the electric future

Best Time to Visit
March — May, Oct — Nov
Budget Per Person
$3,500 — $15,000+
Flight From Dubai
~9.5 hours
Visa
Visa-free for UAE (90 days)
Currency
JPY (Japanese Yen)
Languages
Japanese & English

Curated Experiences

Hand-picked moments that define luxury in Tokyo

Intimate omakase sushi counter in Tokyo, Ginza

Private Omakase Sushi in Ginza

Reserve a dedicated counter at one of Tokyo's most celebrated Michelin-starred sushi-ya, where a master itamae crafts each piece to order using the morning's finest Toyosu Market selections. With Unmatched Journeys managing every reservation detail, you arrive to a world-class tasting experience entirely your own.

Tokyo city lights at night, aerial view

teamLab Planets — Private Art Immersion

Step barefoot into the world-famous teamLab Planets in Toyosu, where vast rooms of living, breathing digital art respond to your every movement. Your concierge secures access during an exclusive quiet session, so the luminous waterfalls and infinite flower universe unfold as a private spectacle.

Senso-ji temple gate at dawn, Asakusa district, Tokyo

Senso-ji & Asakusa Private Dawn Tour

Walk Nakamise-dori before the first tourists arrive, guided by a specialist in Edo-period history who illuminates the legends woven into every lantern and carving of Tokyo's oldest temple. The stillness of the Kaminarimon gate at first light is an experience seldom witnessed by visitors.

Shibuya crossing aerial view at night, Tokyo

Shibuya & Harajuku Culture Journey

Experience the electric pulse of Shibuya Crossing from a private rooftop vantage before descending for a curated walk through Harajuku's couture boutiques and Omotesando's architectural wonders with a personal style guide. The evening concludes with an elevated cocktail experience at one of Shibuya Sky's exclusive venues.

Mount Fuji reflected in lake at sunrise, Hakone Japan

Mount Fuji & Hakone Private Day Escape

Glide south by private chauffeured vehicle to Hakone, where an open-air rotenburo (hot spring bath) with Mt. Fuji views restores body and spirit. Your guide arranges a traditional kaiseki lunch at a celebrated ryokan before a serene return through the Fuji Five Lakes region at golden hour.

Traditional Japanese lanterns inside Senso-ji temple, Tokyo

Sumo Morning Practice at a Shitamachi Stable

Witness the extraordinary morning keiko (practice) at one of Tokyo's historic sumo stables in the old shitamachi district, seated in near-silence as rikishi athletes train with centuries-old ritual. A private introduction through the stable master and a traditional chanko-nabe lunch complete an experience of profound Japanese culture.

Sample Itineraries

Customizable journeys tailored to your travel style

3 Days

Essential Tokyo in 3 Days

Perfect for Luxury Explorers
Day 1: Arrive and settle into Aman Tokyo's serene paper-screen suites with Imperial Palace views. Private afternoon omakase introduction in Ginza with a sake sommelier pairing, then an evening stroll through the illuminated streets of Marunouchi.
Day 2: Dawn private tour of Senso-ji and Asakusa's merchant quarter, followed by a curated visit to teamLab Planets in a reserved quiet session. Afternoon free in Harajuku and Omotesando; dinner at a Michelin two-starred kaiseki restaurant in Minami-Aoyama.
Day 3: Morning sumo stable keiko visit before a final Ginza gallery and Tsukiji Outer Market exploration. Farewell lunch at a celebrated tempura counter, then private transfer to Haneda.
5 Days

Tokyo: Culture, Cuisine & Contemporary Art

Perfect for Cultural Immersion
Day 1: Check in to The Peninsula Tokyo; private Marunouchi architecture walk concluding at a Nihonbashi rooftop sake bar.
Day 2: Full-day bespoke Asakusa and Yanaka old-city tour with a local historian, followed by an evening kabuki performance at the Kabuki-za Theatre in Ginza.
Day 3: Day excursion to Hakone by private car: ryokan rotenburo, Mount Fuji views, and a kaiseki lunch at Gora Kadan.
Day 4: Morning at teamLab Borderless in Azabudai Hills, then curated Shibuya and Daikanyama style walk. Private omakase dinner at a counter Aria secures in advance.
Day 5: Leisurely Hamarikyu Gardens stroll and final tea ceremony before a Tsukiji farewell breakfast and transfer to Haneda.
7 Days

Tokyo to Kyoto: The Grand Japan Journey

Perfect for Ultimate Luxury
Days 1-2: Arrive in Tokyo; private Asakusa and Ueno cultural immersion, evening at teamLab Planets, and a first-night omakase in Ginza.
Days 3-4: Sumo morning practice, Hakone day escape with Mt. Fuji rotenburo, and Shibuya neon evening with a private sky-bar cocktail session.
Day 5: Private shinkansen transfer to Kyoto in a reserved Green Car: Fushimi Inari torii gates at dusk, check-in to a luxury machiya townhouse.
Days 6-7: Private Arashiyama bamboo grove dawn walk, Nishiki Market tasting tour, and a tea-ceremony masterclass in Gion. Return to Tokyo for a final evening at Mandarin Oriental's Sense spa before departure.

Iconic Hotels & Stays

Where you'll rest your head in absolute luxury

Aman Tokyo

Palace Luxury
From $1,500/night
  • Panoramic Imperial Palace East Garden views
  • Aman Spa with indoor onsen pools
  • Private butler and curated concierge service
  • Signature Aman Dining with Japanese tasting menus

The Peninsula Tokyo

Grand Luxury
From $900/night
  • Rooftop Peter bar with Tokyo skyline terrace
  • Peninsula Spa with traditional Japanese treatments
  • Fleet of Rolls-Royce house cars
  • Michelin-starred on-site dining

Mandarin Oriental Tokyo

Urban Luxury
From $800/night
  • Sky-high views over Nihonbashi and Shinjuku
  • Sense Spa with signature Japanese rituals
  • Three on-site Michelin-starred restaurants
  • Dedicated chef's table reservation service

Janu Tokyo

Design Luxury
From $700/night
  • Azabudai Hills location adjacent to teamLab Borderless
  • Janu Wellness spa and 25-metre indoor pool
  • Seven distinct restaurant and bar concepts
  • Contemporary Japanese-influenced design by Heatherwick Studio

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Tokyo

When is the best time to visit Tokyo? +
Spring (late March to early May) is Tokyo's most celebrated season, when cherry blossoms transform the city's parks and riverbanks into pink canopies. Autumn (October to November) offers cool temperatures and vivid maple foliage. Summer brings festivals but high humidity, while winter is crisp, uncrowded, and rich with illumination displays across the city.
How much does a luxury Tokyo trip typically cost? +
A curated luxury stay for two typically ranges from $3,500 to $15,000+ per person for a week, depending on hotel tier and experience choices. Aman Tokyo and The Peninsula represent the pinnacle of nightly rates (from $700 to $1,500 per night), while private dining experiences, Hakone day excursions, and bespoke cultural access add meaningfully. Unmatched Journeys provides full transparent budgeting through Aria before you commit.
What are the must-see experiences in Tokyo? +
A private omakase counter in Ginza, a dawn visit to Senso-ji temple in Asakusa, and the immersive digital worlds of teamLab are the three experiences our clients cite as most transformative. Beyond these, a day excursion to Hakone for Mount Fuji views, a sumo morning practice, and an evening in Shibuya are essential encounters that Aria can weave into any itinerary.
Is Tokyo safe for UAE and GCC travellers? +
Tokyo is consistently ranked among the safest cities on earth, with very low rates of petty crime and an exceptionally courteous culture. The city is well-equipped for international visitors, with English signage throughout major districts, multilingual hotel staff, and an efficient public transport network. Solo travellers and families alike report feeling entirely at ease.
Do UAE passport holders need a visa for Japan? +
UAE nationals benefit from a generous visa waiver agreement with Japan, allowing stays of up to 90 days without any prior visa application. Simply present a valid UAE passport on arrival at Narita or Haneda. Saudi, Qatari, Bahraini, Kuwaiti, and Omani nationals also enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access under bilateral arrangements currently in effect as of 2026.
How do I get around Tokyo? +
Tokyo's subway system is one of the world's most comprehensive, connecting virtually every neighbourhood with clockwork precision. For luxury travellers, Unmatched Journeys arranges private chauffeured vehicles for airport transfers and day excursions to Hakone or Nikko. The Narita and Haneda express trains are seamless alternatives for independent city connections.
What is Tokyo's dining scene like for a luxury traveller? +
Tokyo holds more Michelin stars than any other city in the world — over 230 starred restaurants spanning sushi, tempura, kaiseki, ramen, and a vibrant international fine-dining scene. Unmatched Journeys secures reservations at the most coveted counters, including intimate omakase experiences where the chef personally guides your 20-course tasting. Private sake, Japanese whisky, and wine pairing sessions can be arranged alongside any meal.
Can Unmatched Journeys plan a fully custom Tokyo itinerary? +
Absolutely — crafting bespoke Tokyo journeys is precisely what we do best. Whether you seek a three-day culinary immersion, a week-long cultural odyssey from Asakusa to Hakone, or a seamless extension into Kyoto and beyond, Aria will design every detail around your passions, pace, and preferences. Reach out now and Aria will begin your curated Tokyo journey immediately.

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