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Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is one of the most highly urbanized cities of the world. Tokyo is one of the 47 prefectures of Japan.

The City

 - Tokyo is not a single city per se; it consists of 23 administrative wards, 26 cities, and several towns, villages, and islands
 - The Greater Tokyo Area consists of the metropolis of Tokyo and the prefectures of Chiba, Kanagawa and Saitama
 - The Tokyo metropolis is home to the Japanese government and the Emperor of Japan.
 - Tokyo is a prominent center of education and many of Japan's prestigious universities are located there. These include the University of Tokyo, Keio University, Hitotsubashi University, and Waseda University.

Tourist Attractions

 - Japan's Imperial Palace is home to the Emperor of Japan. The palace was completed in 1888 and is one of the prominent tourist destinations in Tokyo.
 - Yasukuni Shrine was built to commemorate those Japanese war dead who sacrificed their lives for their motherland.
 - Edo-Tokyo Museum provides colorful visual displays focusing on Tokyo's rich history, culture, art and architecture
 - Senso-ji, another popular destination in Tokyo, is Tokyo's oldest temple, and was built in 628 A.D
 - Enjoy electronic rides in the hi-tech Tokyo Disneyland, a major attraction for kids in Tokyo.

Dining

Enjoy traditional Japanese delicacies in the prominent restaurants of Tokyo. Examples of Tokyo's fine dining establishments include:

 -  Nanbantei
 -  Fukuzushi
 -  Maisen
 -  Chotoku
 -  Tonki
 -  The Taj (Indian cuisine)

Shopping

 - Ginza and Shinjyuku are known for their huge department stores. Prominent stores located in Tokyo are Matsuya Department Store, Mikimono, Seibu Department Store, and Isetan Department Store. Takashimaya Times Square is a large shopping complex, which has video game arcades, theaters, and more.
 - Shibuya is a major shopping destination for catching the latest in Japanese fashion.
 - The Nakamise Shopping Arcade is the best place to buy traditional souvenirs.
 - Jimbocho is famous as Tokyo's bookstore district. Kinokuniya is one of the largest bookstores in Tokyo.

Transportation

 - Tokyo International Airport and Narita International Airport are major airports in Tokyo.
 - Rail is the most popular mode of transportation in Tokyo. Tokyo has the most extensive urban railway network in the world.
 - Tokyo and Shinjuku are major bus terminals.

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