12 Incredible Things You Must Do In Tokyo - Part 1 Riviera Travel Best of Japan Tour!

Ad 🇯🇵 Join us as we start our Best of Japan Tour with Riviera Travel. We have a fabulous 2 days in Tokyo and covered so much!
🌎 We travelled to Japan with Riviera Travel in March 2024. Disclaimer: - We were guests with Riviera Travel on their Best of Japan Tour. All views and opinions are our own and we retained editorial control.
🌟 In this first part of our series, we introduce the Riviera team, start our first day at the famous Tsukiji Fish Market, visit the Imperial Palace and have our first Bento Box lunch. We then head to the iconic Shibuya Scramble Crossing, Takeshita Street, and Meiji Temple in its fabulous grounds.
Our second day we start our day with a visit to Senso Ji the oldest Buddhist Temple in Tokyo and the most visited in the world, we take a cruise on the Sumida river and explore the tranquil Hama-rikyu Gardens. We finish our day showing you the 3 favourite places we have discovered near to our Hotel Otani Garden Tower.
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Disclaimer: Ad - We were guests with Riviera Travel on their Best of Japan Tour. All views and opinions are our own and we retained editorial control.
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[@darozzi9652]

Hi Paul and Carol. I love your videos. I think the two of you are a lot of fun to watch. I want to add a tip. The restaurant you look in the window at 39:00 is actually a Korean restaurant in case anyone thinks those dishes are Japanese. Love you guys and think your tips and suggestions are really helpful! Thanks for sharing.

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Oh really! Thanks for that!

[@darozzi9652]

@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel You're welcome!

[@debbiegibbssmith]

Another brilliant 🤩 video! Not booked Japan yet but it’s on the list. Rewatching all your Alaska vids now.

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Thanks so much! Enjoy Alaska!

[@jcat1977]

The back of the bus is always the best. "Party in the back" has been our motto for escorted tours (and have been on many). You two would fit in fabulously in the back. 😂. Getting older now so doing our 1st cruise with Azamara next month (Baltic Capitals) and 21 day Viking River cruise next year. How did you like the comparison between escorted tour (unpacking and packing and cramped days on bus) and "hotel" cruising?

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Lol thanks! It was a busy schedule but it was a great way to see so much in a short time. The bus was really comfortable too!

[@JackiSpicer-Brown]

That was great. I was wondering, did you learn how to read the different writing/signs. And what do the different symbols mean?

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Thanks! Not in the short time we were there!

[@annwagner-millward7039]

The story of Hachiko got me 😢 brilliant vlog. Loved it ✔️

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Thanks Ann, yes that was a lovely story!

[@elainehawting]

Thanks for the great video and all the information about the places visited. I loved the scrambled crossing. If you have not watched this yet highly recommended 😊

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Thanks so much! Really appreciate that Elaine!

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Watch more of our Japan Videos here - kzbin.info/aero/PL_6zC3nwhe73BCx6enbs4oBlbXUAuBdU2&si=A7uRPWCIn46_miw7

[@Carole617]

Lovely video guys . All looked fantastic x

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Thanks so much! It was a great trip!

[@wheremytoast]

Oh, I'm already loving it just for the rotating coach seating charts! More to see...

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Yes we thought it was a great idea.

[@rosebruce]

Great video

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Thanks so much Rose!

[@patriciacopling7908]

Celebrated my 50th birthday 2006 on a fabulous silversea cruise in Japan . It was absolutely amazing..did Nagasaki, Hiroshima & a very emotional day in a little village nr Kagoshima called chiran where the young kamakazi pilots left from for there final mission knowing that they wouldn't return... So emotional...but the whole vist to Japan was absolutely brilliant & so many places to list ... Enjoy your trip both of you ... Luv your posts as I've said not cruise that I would do as being spoilt by silversea since 2005... Been cruising since 1985 ..so to me your newbies 😊... Love every moment..

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Oh wow bet that was emotional! Japan is a fabulous country, should be on everyone's to do list!

[@debbiegibbssmith]

Another brilliant 🤩 video! Not booked Japan yet but it’s on the list. Rewatching all your Alaska vids now.

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Thanks so much! Enjoy Alaska!

[@catherinehawkins1314]

Catching up while on train back to Yorkshire from Gatwick 😊 Seating plans are ideal, had those before and makes it fair 😂 Fascinating learning about Japan, thank you. Love that crossing 😂 and I'm giggling away with the street name 😂😂

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Oh thanks for catching up, hope your journey goes smoothly! It is a fascinating country but hard to pronounce! 🤣🤣

[@renatobernardin2183]

A superb blog! Fantastic. Great images and commentary. Brought back memories of my bonkers solo trip about 20 years ago. After a lot of trouble and helpful intervention of friendly locals who could see I was struggling I was able to find familiar things to eat and to travel on the subway for the five days I was there. But I managed to see Sensō-ji, the ancient Buddhist temple in Asakusa... and the grounds and outside of the Tokyo Imperial Palace. Looking forward to your next instalment!😊

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Thanks Renato! Japenese people are so helpful and friendly, sounds like it was a great adventure!

[@chriswilliams6568]

We have a scramble crosswalk here in Richmond BC Canada. You press the button for the direction you want, even diagonal. Can you tell me what car fenders have to do with guitars, did I miss something? I want to see that Hachi movie now. Bowing makes so much more sense than handshaking. One never knows where the other person has touched with their hands. Yuk. Thx for video.

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Yes bowing is great!

[@DHollandTravels]

Really enjoying this series, and can't wait to watch the next one! Building out our list of things to see in Tokyo!

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Thanks Dave! So much to do!

[@KirstyG64]

I always thought Japan was meant to be expensive....seems you found some reasonable places to eat and drink

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

We were pleasantly surprised too. We thought it was going to be too but we found some affordable places!

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Check out our Tokyo Hotel Review here too - kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6Slf5qdhNWKncksi=SY6N_Weh91i7STJX

[@prostovia1]

HI their enjoying your videos just wandering what month did you visit Japan as I have been looking into going their and noticed that June is rainy season and your weather looked great , I am looking at the Celebrity millennium cruise 12 day itinerary and princess cruises for 2026 and we like celebrity , which one do you prefer princess or celebrity, note the Millennium is not an edge type ship but looks good on other you tube videos

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

We were there in March. We like both Celebrity and Princess and have got cruises booked on both in the future. We would book the one that had the best itinerary!

[@KateS1172]

Will there be a detailed tour of the BG?

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Lol not to much detail! 🤣🤣

[@carolepalmer3338]

You two are brilliant, so funny , but informative. We cruised around Japan last year .It was brilliant . Keep up the good work . ❤❤

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Thank you! We will! 😀

[@brigidconroy2111]

Definitely you need to go back So much to see and do Just beautiful scenery ❤

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

You’ve probably guessed that Japan blew us away, definitely want to go back.

[@danielbobberson9849]

Very enjoyable and educational video. Visited Tokyo many years ago so some nice memories for me. Noted back then many wore masks and today even more. It is way more than a covid thing with the Japanese. Thanks for the video.

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Yes in the far east masks have been worn for a long time. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@chriswilliams6568]

Yes it is customary when they have colds and flu, good manners which we should all do. I live in Richmond a suburb of Vancouver, BC and in Richmond we have 60% Chinese. Many wear masks all the time they are among people, not just since Covid. It makes total sense and I do now and never had Covid nor have caught a cold since before 2020. Good wishes.

[@sauspud]

Amazing video. Funny and informative. I am so doing that crossing, but wonder what it's like at rush hour 😂

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Lol crazy most of the time! 🤣

[@KenGoesCruising]

The tour looks great not sure about the food.

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Lol the food was interesting for sure! 🤣

[@Linda-w3o3s]

Loved this. Going to Japan next year with Cunard. Last time we stayed overnight at the New Otani towers and we have an overnight at the end of the cruise so hoping we are staying here again🤞Have noted the 3 places you recommend! Looking forward to next episode!!!

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Oh thanks so much!

[@KateS1172]

Right then👏👏👏

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Lol cheers Kate!

[@frankrockenback5329]

So love your videos. Such an experience you two have traveling all over. Thank you for all the time spent on your edits. 2 very lovely people. Cheers🥃

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Thank you so much for watching! We had an amazing time!

[@BlindManCruising]

Thank you for your Vlog. Not only very interesting, but also descriptive allowing me to easily follow and laugh along with you. Well done

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Oh that is so great to hear! 😀

[@Cinnamon52]

Wonderful. Whetting my appetite for September. 😀

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Thanks! Oh you are in for a treat!

[@barbaragriessel1814]

Really enjoyed this vlog. Wonderful to see Tokyo through your eyes. Loved watching Paul's experiences with chopsticks !! 😊😊

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Thank you! Lol sadly didn't manage to master it! 🤣

[@lindajones6176]

Absolutely brilliant ❤

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Thank you!

[@jackiehill9076]

Great vlog, food looks delicious. How lovely the people of Japan seem 😊

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

They are so lovely!

[@michaelgore115]

How long where your Asia adventure in total and what where your TOTAL ITINERARY including land and cruises

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

We were away for 7 weeks, Thailand, Mekong River Cruise, Siam Reap, Ho Chi Minh then Japan.

[@michaelgore115]

@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel thank You so much Paul - we'll try and replicate your trip for 2026 - keep ut the good work You and Carol are one of the BEST bloggers out there ! :)

[@heatherem9748]

Great itinerary, thanks for sharing. I have 3 nights in Tokyo later this year so this video has been very helpful! Can’t wait to see the rest of the tour

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Great to hear it was helpful! Sure you will enjoy Tokyo too!

[@Misbehaven99]

I really appreciate the guided tour approach.. looks like a well planned and fun to go on.

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

It was a great tour! 😀

[@JulieBurn]

Brilliant video

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Thank you! 😍

[@bogeo8459]

Looks wonderful you are so brave to cross that street😮

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Lol it was so great to see! 😀

[@danielbobberson9849]

Look forward to next installment.

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Thanks for watching!

[@kevinb7311]

Right then. What a great pick me up after a lousy loss.

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Thanks Kevin! That was a tough one for you! 🙈

[@kevinb7311]

@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel they played over the heels at a hectic and sloppy pace

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Only watched the first half but Spain did look pretty tasty, think they will win the whole thing tbh

[@dawnling9672]

Great information thank you both 😊

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

You are welcome! 😀

[@NikWesterling]

Finally catching up on this series. Love the idea of a coach seating plan. Saves so much hassle! Great first episode… Assuming Paul’s chopstick skills improve by the final instalment? 😉 😂

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Thanks Nik! The seating plan worked well. Well Paul tried......but sadly reverted to the fork!

[@NikWesterling]

@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel 😂

[@terrifromm5085]

Wow!! I love this vlog. Can't wait for the next one!! I'm wondering if Riviera Travel operates in the U.S.?

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Not sure, but we have reached out to our travel agent to find out, as it would be good for us to know too!

[@terrifromm5085]

@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel thank you so much!! 😃

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

As soon as we hear something we will let you know!

[@terrifromm5085]

@@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel❤

[@Ted_K_Have_a_nice_day]

Another great video. Thanks for sharing!

[@PaulandCaroleLovetoTravel]

Thanks so much for watching Ted! 😀