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0:00 - 0:38 Intro
0:38 - 1:37 (6) Asakusa Station
1:37 - 1:58 (6) Asakusa Transportation
1:58 - 2:54 (6) Why Stay at Asakusa?
2:54 - 3:44 (5) Ueno Station
3:44 - 5:01 (5) Ueno Transportation
5:01 - 6:06 (4) Shibuya Transportation
6:06 - 7:00 (4) Why Stay at Shibuya?
7:00 - 8:17 (3) Yokohama Station Transportation
8:17 - 9:08 (3) Why Stay at Yokohama?
9:08 - 10:00 (2) Tokyo Station Transportation
10:00 - 10:54 (2) Why Stay at Tokyo Station?
10:54 - 12:10 (1) Shinjuku Station Transportation
12:10 - 13:22 (1) Why Stay at Shinjuku Station?
13:22 - 14:02 BONUS TIPS on Booking Hotels!
14:02 - 14:53 BIGGEST BONUS TIP!
14:53 - 15:19 Outro

[@L-Man-Gaming]

Hey man finally going to sub to you. Keep being consistent for many years, you're my go to for all things that are changing in Japan. Honestly I think you are the best, and my first trip to Japan was easier and better because of you. I will be going back in the future and I want to stay up to date. Thank you.

[@ceejae2349]

Thanks for the tips. Off to book accommodation now. Great video

[@aprilsayo8891]

Great video! Thank you soooo much for making this guide!

[@makeyourselfstellar]

Heading back for a second time, I just visited Japan back in March! Japan is such a gem, thank you for the tips Harb!

[@harblife]

Thanks for your kind words! I hope you continue to check future videos for your trip!

[@drit84]

Man you vids are excellent, thanks a lot as they are very helpful in preparation for my first trip to Japan. Cheers mate

[@Death_Bounty]

This is by far one of your best videos because trying to find the right area to stay in when coming to Tokyo can be overwhelming I will most definitely keep this in my liked videos for the next time I visit. As always keep up the great job!!

[@harblife]

Thanks so much man I always appreciate your kind words! I have another video dropping soon I hope you find it interesting :)

[@loviegilbert4428]

Subscribed to your channel coz I found your videos are very informative & helpful in planning my trip to Japan. Thank you, HarbLife. Keep up the great work!

[@harblife]

Thanks so much! Hope you find more of my videos useful in the future!

[@alimansoor7506]

Thank you for this video, it's been of a great help

[@AmongUsAcademy]

good job man, nice tips at the end!

[@mrmagoo2255]

Good info, by my limted experience everything you say is accurate, cheers mate

[@themediterraneanguy]

thank you for revealing TOKYO's best area for staying, very useful information, just subscribed

[@harblife]

Thanks Ervin! Really appreciate the kind words man!

[@swissfoodie3542]

Thanks for this great video. I totally agree with you, Shinjuku is the best place for me to stay in Tokyo. I am not a nightlife person, but I enjoy the vibe, the many restaurants and bars, shops, conbinis and the great acess to public transport (mostly train and subway, but also bus, with the Express Bus Terminal). Also, so many attractions are reachable without having to travel for ages. I usually stay in Nishi Shinjuku, because its quiet, but just a 10 minutes walk away from the action and from Shinjuku station. The last time I was in Tokyo, I also stayed in Kabuchiko, on the border to Korea town, and that was also great (I love Korean food, and I dont find the red light discrict unsafe (as a woman)).

[@harblife]

I am so glad we see eye to eye! Shinjuku area is a great place to stay because you're in the middle of it all! Yes Shin Okubo is a nice area to be around too. Not too loud, but plenty of things to do in the area that will go late into the night!

[@spun_01]

Lots of great tips in this vid. Nice work. And you're 100% right about Yokohama, although i would choose the Sakuragicho or Kannai areas over Yokohama station.

[@harblife]

Totally good with all the places you recommended as well!

[@drlink7691]

We stayed in asakusa nice and peaceful at night, you got right that train rides where long but that made us plan ahed what we did on the day to make sure we did what we needed to do and see and staying close to a train or metro exist station makes a world of difference it might be a couple extra $$ but walking out the train exit and be at your hotel in less than 5 minutes is so awesome, thanks for this awesome video update and great ideas where to stay

[@harblife]

Thanks for being a part of the channel for so long! I really appreciate your input and I hope to hear from you more in the future :)

[@Grumpy401]

Shinjuku is very rundown and extremely busy, don't stay there unless you're really into nightlife. Asakusa is a very nice area, with cheap accomodation and plenty of tourist attractions around. The stretch between Shimbashi and Yurakucho is great in terms of good hotels and plenty of shops and restaurants. You also have the Yamamote Line at your doorstep, and will be only minutes away from Tokyo Station, Akihabara, etc. Ueno, meh, it's not the nicest place in Tokyo and a bit detached from the central areas. I enjoy staying in Odabia, although hotel options are a bit limited (Grand Nikko is my favourite). You spend the day in Tokyo, enjoying the hustle and bustle, and retreat to this "resort-style" man-made island in the evening with great views of central Tokyo. Odaiba also offers 3 major shopping malls with plenty of restaurants and even a nice little beach.

[@harblife]

I agree that Shinjuku is more catered to the younger crowds. Thanks for sharing your inputs!

[@len801]

Haven't stayed in Odaiba yet, but it's on the list. I try to stay in a different area every time I visit. It helps me get a feel for the whole city not just Shinjuku although that's where I stayed on my first visit.

[@towada1066]

hmmm,... though it doesn't appear on any Tokyo map now, I'd say what used to be Sanya district is even worse ... I definitely wouldn't stay there or visit at night ...

[@faminaexmachina]

This was actually so helpful! Thank you!

[@MustafaWahid-ub9ty]

@@harblifecan i find halal resturant in yokohama

[@naelfer]

Super helpful! Thanks! ❤

[@harblife]

No thank you for being so kind!

[@SJ-gr5hn]

Very helpful! Thank you!

[@naomiikeda5404]

So helpful! I’ve stayed in Ningyocho the last time I was there and I liked that area too.

[@BUGHUNTER6]

Thank you! This was very helpful

[@harblife]

Thank you for your kind words!

[@habeascorpus6604]

Great presentation! Thank you.

[@franh8043]

Thank you for the great information!! 👍

[@harblife]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@Moemuntz]

Budget & hostels: Ueno + asakusa (+nearby areas east & north ) Luxury: Ginza + Tokyo station Families: Yokohama + (Maihama near Disneyland) Short Tokyo stay: Shinjuku + Shibuya to see it all quick. (easy access to Fuji, Nikko and other cities)

[@harblife]

Thanks for sharing !

[@abbialemu6371]

Thanks very helpful!!

[@spookyanimator4695]

Super helpful! thank you!

[@harblife]

Glad i could help you!

[@danielletilliepoledance]

OOOHHH YEAAAA 😂 I put this video on knowing I’d already booked my Tokyo accommodations, and it looks like I made a good choice with Shinjuku coming in at #1 🏆🥇

[@harblife]

Heck ya!!! I am glad you made the right choice ;)

[@JoyceSaintCyr]

where did you stay

[@wayneboyd4372]

Planning a trip with the kids and this will help!

[@kmf65]

Stayed in Shinjuku twice, and Shinagawa once. LOVE the Shinjuku area! If I don't stay there next time, I may give Ikebukuro or Asakasa a try!

[@harblife]

Very true! I am glad we see the same way about staying in the Shinjuku area!

[@bennykoh]

Hi harb, i completely agree with your ratings, even for Yokohama which i had not considered as a place to stay. Shinjuku is definitely THE place to stay in Tokyo for all the reasons you mentioned. Pity the hotel rates are pretty expensive, almost as expensive as Shibuya's. It was only because of the higher hotel prices that I chose #2 choice over #1. I have stayed at Tokyo station in my last 3 trips to Japan so i have gotten used to Tokyo area especially Shintomicho and Kanda areas hahaha.

[@harblife]

I am glad you and I see eye to eye on places to stay in Tokyo!

[@gnet1901]

This is very informative

[@harblife]

I am so glad I could help you out!

[@simonbialas5890]

Probably the best choice I have done about my stay in Tokyo was choosing area around Minami-senju train station and the north of Taito city. The athmosphere here was so specific and different than in the rest of the Tokyo, which I would not feel any other way.

[@johnmatejcik2379]

Thank you thank you thank you!!.....for this video and info!! The more I study Tokyo and where to stay the more confused I get.

[@BudSwayze]

great info i will be there next month and decide where to stay

[@harblife]

Thank you for the kind words !

[@user-cd7uc3jj7k]

Literally the best video out of several I've watched to help me pick a base in tokyo! Thank you!

[@jaymeez]

Good Video I just subscribed. I’m a single guy coming to Japan next month and I wanna be around the Ladies!! Might stay near Shibuya

[@kevlarcardhouse252]

I'm a fan of staying in Akasaka. There's enough within walking distance between it and nearby Roppongi if you want to eat or drink near your hotel, there's the Akasaka-Mitsuke Station nearby that can you get you to Shibuya, Shinkjuku or Tokyo Station in less than 15 minutes without changing lines, but it's relatively quiet at night. But I'm too old for partying late at night so I could be biased. :)

[@JuanCarlosBatallaCallau-bu6hi]

I am staying in Shinjuku this time because I previously stayed in Ueno and spent a very long time travelling around to visit the sights. Thank you, anyway, for the useful information.

[@RenegadeRanga]

Nothing wrong with walking a kilometer to a train station, I definitely need more of it. I got an awesome deal through Agoda, for a hotel in the APA chain. You can easily get a great room for roughly $70 USD a night.

[@harblife]

Definitely not! But just trying to help make the average tourist's trip as convenient as possible!

[@chewkenghong]

Just went tokyo and stayed near ikebukuro station. its a great base most of the attractions and shopping district. the stop itself is a great shopping area. if you like the streets there are plenty of streets with interersting shops. if you like malls its a walking distnace to sunshine city which has great shopping and and aquarium. a great place to stay.

[@harblife]

Ikebukuro isn't bad either!

[@sailorfan86]

I always stay in Asakusa. Get most of my food at the Skytree. Love it there.

[@harblife]

Great! Have fun!

[@scabu3]

If you want excitement Shinjuku station is the place to stay. Ikebukuro station is probably cheaper and only a couple stations away on the yamanote line and also has cool things to see there.

[@myamadadds]

I wholeheartedly agree with your #1. Shinjuku is the only place that we stay in Tokyo. In addition to being a major transportation hub, Shinjuku has all the shopping, restaurants, and entertainment you could want. The east side is bustling and great for nightlife, and the west and south sides are more quiet and relaxed. We really like Takashimaya (especially) and Isetan with their depachikas and numerous restaurants on the upper floors. Venturing out of Shinjuku to visit different places during the day is fun, but the best part is that you always return to Shinjuku.

[@harblife]

I couldn't agree more!

[@patrickcano2491]

What about hotel cost?

[@RovaxYt]

What is the biggest difference between Shinjuku and Shibuja?

[@myamadadds]

@@patrickcano2491 I think, generally speaking, Shibuya is a little more expensive than Shinjuku for hotels. Sorry for the very late response.

[@myamadadds]

@@RovaxYt My observations are that there are more foreigners and younger adults in Shibuya. Shibuya is also more crowded, even though Shinjuku is also very crowded. I feel like locals hang out more in Shinjuku than in Shibuya. Both are great areas, in my opinion.

[@TomLowdermilk-yn8wu]

Longwood Hotel in Nippori, Arakawa ward is extremely good. The neat thing it's on the border with Taito ward and really easy to visit Yanaka Ginza.

[@janethughes2775]

Just came back from Japan and we stayed in Shinjuku area and it was great!

[@harblife]

I'm glad you had a good time ;

[@heythave]

What hotel did you stay in?

[@melocoton7]

we will be staying in Ginza, 10min walk from Tokyo station. This video gives me confidence that we made the right choice

[@harblife]

I am glad I could help give you confidence in your decision!

[@EmceeRelentless]

I enjoyed being in Kita Senju away from the hecticness. The downfall was a longer train ride into shinjuku/Roppongi but closer to Akihabara

[@harblife]

Hey as long as you enjoyed it!

[@TenchiBushi]

I travel to Tokyo every 2-3 months. I often alternate Ueno, Akihabara, Shinjuku & sometimes Akasaka. I always use use Booking and Agoda. I have stayed at APA chains often. Remm Akihabara is a good stay. Dormy Inn isn't bad either.

[@harblife]

Great choices. I agree with you! Thanks for sharing your thoughts on where to stay :)

[@clairedelacerna8501]

@tenchibushi Can you suggest affordable accommodation in Shinjuku, first timer here. Thanks!

[@seafarer_]

Wow! I booked remm Akihabara recently so I’m glad to hear it’s a good spot.

[@MrNgMichael]

I would also put Akasaka as some people have said on the list, although there aren't too many hotels/airbnbs in that area. The other downside is that this area is a bit expensive as well, around $90-120/night My reasons are: 1. You're close to Tameikie Sanno Station, which is conjoined with Kokkaigijidomae station. So you have access to both the Ginza line and Marunouchi line. Also the Akasaka station if you plan to transfer into Shibuya. Ikebukuro is a bit farther to get to from there. Roppongi is within walking distance. 2. Lots of restaurants (chains and local ones) in the downtown area next to the Tokyo Broadcasting (TBS) HQ. Lots of bars as well in that area. Roppongi is nearby if you're into clubs. 3. To get back to Narita Airport, just take the limousine bus from the ANA intercontinental. No need to deal with trains. 4. If SHTF or anything bad happens, all the consulates/embassies are in the area.

[@harblife]

Thanks for adding your input! Akasaka isn't terrible either, but as you said, there are limited options to get around .

[@ginoyang5062]

I love yokohama. People usually overlook staying there since it looks far on the map. The people here are also more hospitable than in tokyo.

[@Ibrahim-fq1xu]

Staying by Yokohama station is a great idea 👍

[@harblife]

I agree!

[@chryztyn24q]

Yokohama is my favorite too 🎉

[@amyr3285]

Thank you for your very informative and helpful video. You offer lots of points to look for when staying in Tokyo. Where do you advise someone who has had knee surgery, but is ambulatory and can climbs steps, but has trouble with descending steps? I'm looking for a part of Tokyo that has is near a train station. with escalators/elevators. Near some combini or a supermarket would be a plus.

[@F308GTB]

The choice of where to stay should be based on your objectives. I have stayed in Shinagawa, Shinjuku, Ikebukuro, Akihabara, Akasaka, Hamamatsucho, Kawasaki, and Yokohama. For a little peace and tranquility in a bustling metro, Hamamatsucho is great. Sure transportation access isn’t great, but staying in the shadow of Tokyo Tower is a nice turn of pace.

[@harblife]

True!

[@yandodo]

How do you find your stay at Asakasa?

[@kimnguy4537]

We stayed at Ikekeburuko.. Very close to everything on the Yamamote line.. very convenient.. would stay again.

[@mattsmith3135]

I stayed in Akasaka (not on this list) and it was excellent -- two train stations nearby. Although I wouldn't mind walking for 15 minutes anyway, since that still counts as close for me, and the best way to see Tokyo (in my very limited experience) is by walking around.

[@immersion.surfin]

Is it nice for nightlife?

[@mattsmith3135]

@@immersion.surfin There definitely seemed to be plenty of restaurants around. As for bars and clubs etc, I don't know as I was travelling with my kids.

[@immersion.surfin]

@@mattsmith3135 ok, thanks! I mean shibuya and shibjuku isnt that far away from there, so it should be alright :)

[@harblife]

Asakusa is pretty far from the nightlife. I would recommend staying in Shibuya or Shinjuku area if you want to experience that!

[@mattsmith3135]

@@harblife Akasaka seems pretty close to Shibuya though, although the maps can be deceiving!

[@NeuroSpicyNonna]

I like to book around Nishikasai, 30 minutes to Tokyo central and close to the airport bus to Narita. Lots of restaurants, grocery and quiet.

[@harblife]

I'll look into that area and see if I recommend this spot for future videos!

[@aayoub1]

Loved watching your videos on Japan. They are very helpful and in matter of fact I am using some of your recommendations for our visit on April 2024. I have one question if you read this comment. Do you have a list of hotels or maybe Capsules near Shinjuku that you recommend, or if you have a video on it would appreciate the link. Ty!

[@harblife]

Thanks for the your kind words :). I don't stay at hotels often, so I don't want to give you some bad info. But, booking . com is a really good app I use every time I book a hotel in Japan. Use that app and you can't go wrong!

[@user-vp5fm3yc2l]

Always Shinjuku! Only downside is the lack of direct access to the Shinkansen network. I would not recommend staying in or next to the Kabukicho part of Shinjuku unless you know what this area is about.

[@harblife]

Very true about the shinkansen network thing. But for the sake of just staying in Tokyo, it works very well!

[@scabu3]

Kabukicho area is fine for familys as well. Lots of excitement

[@harveyschwartz6789]

So middle class, come to Tokyo to shop, eat and ride the trains. I'm use to staying at hostels where we go out and cook together in the common kitchen. Some even provide locals to take groups of us out on pub crawls and sites of interest.

[@harblife]

I do like the group vibes that hostels provide . It is especially nice for people who are solo traveling. Let me know waht you decide to do!

[@valeriek8537]

I’m planning a trip for 2025 (my 40th birthday) and i think im going to stick with airBNB but definitely looking at the areas you’ve mentioned.

[@frankicool4]

I stayed in Akihabara and it was great. 20 minutes from Shinjuku, 35 minutes from Shibuya, 5 minutes from Ueno and right on the Yamanote line. It was cheap too.

[@harblife]

Not a bad spot!

[@mvrc811]

Exactly what I needed to hear !! Where exactly did you stay in Akihabara mate?

[@frankicool4]

I stayed at the Via Inn Akihabara. There is also a couple of hotels from the APA hotels chain that are great around Akihabara station.@@mvrc811

[@heythave]

Yes, which hotel?

[@frankicool4]

@@heythave Via Inn Akihabara because the price was good at that time. However, there is usually good prices at the APA HOTELS (there is 3 in Akihabara).

[@jonathansakura]

Greetings from korea 🇰🇷 😊❤ I'm going to Japan in early August I'll be in tokyo for a few days before going down to okinawa

[@harblife]

Well sounds like we will have to meet finally!

[@FollowTheSunAustralia]

I stayed in Keio Plaza Hotel on my first visit but after that I stayed in all budget places and stayed well away from Shinjuku, I wanted to try different areas and always went for the lowest price once I discovered that everywhere was clean and good service , definitely people should try Yokohama 😃👍

[@harblife]

Follow the sun here with her valuable advice as always!

[@kathytran6080]

Any suggestions for 3* hotel near keio Plaza ? I am looking for Keio 5nights is 2700$ . Try to find st cheaper , Thank you

[@FollowTheSunAustralia]

@@kathytran6080 what about nearby Hotel Livemax Shinjuku-Kabukicho or Hotel Livemax Shinjuku EAST or Hotel Livemax Takadanobaba-Ekimae

[@erickkim1968]

Just came back from Tokyo and stayed in four different areas. (I guess I like to punish myself lugging bags in the heat) Akihabara isn’t listed and for good reason. Nice area to spend a day, nightlife is midrange, restaurants not as plentiful as other areas. Spent one night near Tokyo Station for the Shinkansen convenience. I could be wrong but nightlife and restaurant options (outside of station) were limited. Shinjuku was excellent, everything that was mentioned. If you’re worried about crowds and noise, there are several options just east of the station. Nice short 15m walk.

[@harblife]

Very well said. I agree with everything you said!

[@mrmagoo2255]

Same with me, 4 hotels and carrying bags in 37 degrees you need to be close to stations. Cheers mate 😎👍🐨

[@magn2924]

Yokohama is a great place !

[@harblife]

Very True!

[@caeruleas]

I suggest Shinagawa, especially if you're only looking for a reasonably comfortable room at one of the large nearby salaryman hotels. It's not the most exciting area in Tokyo, but it has access to a large number of train lines and shinkansen, and is easily the best if you're on a short stay and are flying from Haneda.

[@harblife]

Shinagawa isn't bad. It just doesn't have alot to do in the area.

[@aleksandarnjegric6873]

I stayed in Akihabara while I was in Tokyo. And everything is great. I am considering staying there again. The only thing that bothers me is the lack of night activities. After 8 pm, there is not much left to do. A few arcades might be open up to 10-11 pm, but that's it. There is no izekayas (like omode yokocho, e.g). No late dining. I remember im 2015. The Coco curry was open until 4 am. Same for the crapes in the middle of Akihabara. In 2023, however, the Coco curry closed at 10 pm, I think.. But Ueno, as far as I've heard is pretty close to Akihabara and has izekayas, restaurants, etcetera, that are well accessible during the night times. So is this true, or might shinjuku be the better place for me to stay in next time?

[@rerus01]

I have been in Tokyo 7 times. At the beginning I was staying in Shinjuku area, then I realized that the key is to stay close to the Yamanote line and explore the city from there. My favorite locations are Gotanda and Tamachi. Lately I prefer Tamachi area since it is quiet and the hotels are not that expensive. Yamanote and Mita station are very close to the hotels in that area. Next time I will try to stay close to the Kanda area which also offers good hotels at reasonable prices. I agree that Agoda is one of the best site to get good deals in Japanese hotels. Thanks for sharing!

[@harblife]

Definitely sound like a Japan veteran! I agree that as long as you're near the Yamanote line, you'll be good to go! Hope you have another great trip to Japan!

[@joytaban6124]

Agree with Tamachi!! quiet neighborhood and very accesible to everything. ❤

[@heythave]

Which hotels have you stayed in Tamachi?

[@rerus01]

@@heythave villa fontaine

[@MidnightVibez27]

Hi there! Really enjoyed your video about Tokyo. I'm currently planning to stay in the Shinbashi minato - ku area. Could you let me know your opinion on this choice? Also, I'm curious to know if it's conveniently located near train stations and popular lookout spots. Thanks!

[@harblife]

Shimbashi isn't a bad spot. As long as you're near the Yamanote line, you won't too far from anything really.

[@cosmicstars2]

Thanks for placing the Yokohama station as the third in the list. I agree your comments as a local in Yokohama. The station could be good choice to visitors who have traveled several times to Tokyo. In fact some of my overseas friends choose Yokohama (or Sakuragi-cho) rather than Tokyo.

[@harblife]

Oh great! What area in Yokohama you live at ? Didn't know I had such a close neighbor watching my videos!

[@cosmicstars2]

@@harblife Hi, my neighbor! My area is around Hodogaya Station. Probably not so far from your place? I found your videos when I looked for popular sights in Tokyo for my Canadian client. I really like watching this channel because fair and well researched. Also a lot of tips for me to learn expressions in English👍. Thanks so much.

[@dwalker6868]

Thank You

[@Bestline7]

Visited Shinjuku today. It was too large and extremely busy. Sure, it has all the train lines on tap but it's could easily take a you 20/30 minutes just to get to the line you're looking for. Owing to just how massive the damn station is.

[@francinejaninesarmiento1797]

Your travel tips always come in handy, and I love incorporating them into my own trips! By the way, have you had a chance to explore the new V4 of the Bento Bag from Nomad Lane? I think it could be a game-changer when it comes to staying organized on your travels.

[@harblife]

Thanks for your kind words! and no I have never had the chance to try that bag out

[@skaldofepics9380]

How many months in advance would you recommend reserving/booking hotels for a trip?

[@Flamingcloud083]

Stayed in Shinjuku and Ueno my first trip.. Thinking about Shimbashi this upcoming trip.. puts Ginza, Tokyo Station, Tokyo Tower, and Roppongi in walking range.. good metro access and also convienent for Haneda Airport.. Loved the restautarants under the rails.

[@shevek12]

Hi, thank you for the video, it is really helpful. May i ask if it is easy to reach Yokohoma from Haneda airport?

[@trauden7684]

What are your thoughts on Hyatt Regency Tokyo or Hyatt Centric Ginza? We travel as a couple and want quick and easy access to restaurants and trains. TIA.

[@Sn0w._.Bubble]

If you wanna go to the Harry Potter tour, both Disney Parks and Shibuya, would Shinjuku Station still be a good place to stay?

[@ohsnapfab6362]

We will visit Tokyo in August and will be staying in Chiyoda. Since Chiyoda has not been mentioned at all I hope this will still turn out to be a good idea...

[@harblife]

Chiyoda is in the central part of Tokyo. Not terrible, but you have a very limited selection of train lines and access to places outside tokyo. Where exactly are you staying ?

[@edward88881]

I liked Shibuya more than Shinjuku. Shibuya's twisting streets and sidewalks were fun to explore. The area was clean, had standout architecture. Shinjuku seemed more stark, rigid, less character, and untidy.

[@bennykoh]

True but i find Shibuya's hotel prices the most expensive out of all the places Harb mentioned in this video. I prefer Shinjuku for its accessibility to the wider Tokyo area such as Saitama.

[@myamadadds]

Just my observations, tourists, especially young adults, like Shibuya more than Shinjuku. Shinjuku seems to have more locals than Shibuya.

[@CandiPinki]

​@@myamadaddsthat makes me want to stay in Shinjuku more - to be where the locals are

[@harblife]

Not wrong about that. Shinjuku can get pretty dirty if you stay in the wrong area.

[@myamadadds]

@@CandiPinki It really just depends on what experience you are looking for. I have to say though, that Shinjuku and Shibuya both have a lot of just about everything. The vibe may just be a little different.

[@mlsalah8266]

First , always enjoying your videos even after my trip :) . Drop a like and sub y all

[@harblife]

Thanks so much for your kind words! I will always appreciate your support!

[@schmi278]

What would you say about the tsuki/ chuo city area? We were going to stay there for our first couple of nights while getting over the jet lag

[@tayloresparza2823]

Hi! I'm getting a headache from all this research on hotels! My boyfriend and I are spending 4 days in Midsouji area in Osaka and then 4 days in Tokyo. Was planning on ueno because we are staying during halloween and we heard that it is absolutely crazy in Shibuya area. We are not familiar with train systems so I thought Shinjuku would be too stressful. We can't legally participate in nightlife where we live so would like to try it out in Japan but not big drinkers. What is your experience with halloween? I heard it is hard to get into restaurants and bars and it is crazy for the whole weekend leading up to it.

[@harblife]

Not too hard to get into bars and restaurants on Halloween ... as long as you're not in the Shinjuku or Shibuya area. Could hang out in a bar outside of that area at the beginning and then make your way to the halloween area! Let me know if you have more questions!

[@biscuit4christ]

Yes, Yokohama is the best place to stay. I know this was long time ago, when I was last in Japan in 1977.

[@harblife]

That is a long time ago! You should come back and visit Yokohama again soon!

[@9OClockRant]

I travel with a rollator, any tips in getting around Tokyo with it? I can walk with just a hiking pole, but my knee could tired out and walking would become painful.

[@melindamayishida3027]

Traveling to Japan ending December. What's the best place to stay for a family of 5? I have a 10, 14 and 17 year old along with my husband and I. Thanks in advance!

[@emmaregidor1231]

Hello, we will be visiting Japan for the first time and consider staying for a week in Tokyo. We spent our weekends searching for affordable hotels near the Yamanote line however we failed to find hotels. There are 2 hotels we found within our budget but not within the Tokyo station, Tobu Hotel Levant Tokyo and APA (Akasuka Kuramae Ekimae). With your great knowledge of Tokyo, which hotel do you think is better for us to book. We thank you for very informative video.

[@harblife]

Tokyo station would be better ! Let me know what you decided on!

[@bearseyeview]

Where do you recommend to stay if we’re going to disneysea one day but the rest of the time will be doing tourist stuff in Tokyo ?

[@Lextasy.420]

What’s your opinions on chiyoda city ? For staying as a first timer ?

[@brantdencher8840]

I’m staying right near Akihabara station. It seemed like it’s a pretty solid middle option to easily access Shinjuku, Shibuya and Asakusa is close as well. Anyone stayed around there before that liked it/disliked it?

[@harblife]

Akihabara isn't too bad! Just a little limited on the train selection that's all.

[@alfonsog5136]

Hello! Great video, I’m looking at currently booking a Airbnb located near the Monzen-nakacho station. How’s the area ? It would be my first time in Japan, is this a good option or should I look into booking a hotel instead ? Thank you!

[@harblife]

Very far removed from everything. Do not recommend staying there.

[@alfonsog5136]

@@harblife I ended up booking Sotetsu Fresa inn Diamon located: 2-6-2 Shiba Daimon Tokyo Japan 105 0012. How is that area and location? Thank you!

[@sonokoxsusuki]

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[@clairedelacerna8501]

Hello! Thanks to your informative video. Me and my son will go to Japan next year Feb for the first time. Can yoy suggest cheap hotels for us in Shinjuku? As first timer in Japan, we just want to explore Tokyo first and in a budget. Thanks in advance.

[@harblife]

Not a problem! Just use Booking or agoda app. that's what I use to find cheap and nice places to stay!

[@zzj612]

Do u have a specific hotel to recommend

[@trangtran-vb2bn]

Have you take a trip yet? We are going to Japan in September, and the 1st time too. If you could please update your places to stay, I would like to be there too. Thanks in advance

[@babyrage1763]

WE stayed at Kanda area (near JR Kanda), it is very near Ueno, Asakusa, Akihabara! we got our room for $27/night / person (we are 2) so I'd say cheap considering we are near a station (few blocks away or less than 5 min walk)

[@harblife]

Super cheap actually!! Thanks for sharing!

[@mvrc811]

Where did you stay in Kanda if I may ask ?

[@babyrage1763]

@@mvrc811 specifically, Sotetsu Fresa Inn. Highly recommend that place!

[@heythave]

Which hotel was that?

[@babyrage1763]

​@@mvrc811 Apologies for the late reply, it was Sotetsu Fresa Inn -- it has a 7/11 beside it.

[@renanabe6085]

I'm travelling to japan in october and was wondering if you have any tips for gearheads to visit, like Daikoku and tatsumi Parking, but for someone who can't drive in Japan and so can't access these places.

[@harblife]

There are some parking areas in Tokyo you can go to without driving. I can't say for sure though because they're always changing them up for cops.

[@reginageller6402]

My first time going to Tokyo, I cannot watch another KZbin video 😂 I’ll be there for 10 days . So from you all pros what hotel should I stay in , we don’t need the hustle and bustle of night life just need the train station within walking distance to take us everywhere

[@corgolyin]

Where would Shimbashi rate among these? This is where I have my current booking set in Tokyo for when my trip brings me up that way out of southern Japan in November. I do keep looking weekly for price changes at other locations however so I'm just curious if I should keep looking outside or if that's one okay to stick with :)

[@bennykoh]

Shimbashi's transport system not as extensive as the ones on Harb's list here. I think you should look elsewhere. You should stay at Shinjuku instead. If not, then even Ikebukuro is fine. Shibuya is great too, but i find the hotels are the most expensive among Harb's list.

[@hater1092]

Shimbashi station is on the yamanote loop for you to use your jr pass. There was a lot of food places on the west side of the station. It is close to Tokyo station, akihabara, I had to go to Tokyo station to get a train to Tokyo Disneyland, and you can take a Shinkansen to Osaka from Tokyo station or shinagawa station they have close to the same travel time close to 3hr trip goes by quick though. I just used my jr pass so I just stayed on the loop I know there were other trains that cut through the city to make it in less time but I played it safe and stayed on the loop. Take a big backpack comes in handy. I think it comes down to what you want to do honestly if it’s nightlife Shibuya and shinjuku area would be your best bet because once trains shut down you have to walk or take a taxi to your hotel and taxis aren’t cheap.

[@Cubs3344]

may i know how Den-en-toshi line can get to Gotokuji temple? isnt it taking Odakyu Odawara line much nearer?

[@dodgke]

We see a lot of posts about where to stay and what to do as adults but what about those of us coming with kids? We are looking to stay by Ueno and looking at getting the greater Tokyo pass. We don't plan to travel out of Tokyos main area. Suggestions for a family of 5 with two 7yr olds and a 14yr old? How about a review of the greater Tokyo Pass?

[@harblife]

Ueno would be ok. But if you're with kids, I would choose maybe Asakusa. decent price for rooms and I can't imagine you will be doing much nightlife with the kids around.

[@jdavideast]

Heading there next month solo on the 17th Aug, so Shinjuku looks like the place to be, would it be better to say in a host home or business hotel? I was thinking one night to spurge and stay in a higher end hotel (nothing crazy though) overlooking Tokyo at night with the lights just to say I did it. Any suggestions?

[@harblife]

I think business hotel is just fine for someone travelling solo. But nothing wrong with getting a nice hotel for a night or two so you can treat yourself!

[@mrmagoo2255]

Yep , I am only a budget traveller but stayed at APA Kabukicho.

[@demorenitA_real]

I enjoyed your video. Question please if we flight out of Haneda airport early in the morning 9am, where do you recommend we stay at, Shibuya or Shinjuku? Thanks

[@harblife]

Those are both pretty much the same distance so it's up to you. Maybe shinjuku because they have more train lines to choose from.

[@mrmagoo2255]

Also Shinjuku has limousine bus direct to Haneda. Great for when you are leaving because no hassles changing trains,etc.