Tokyo - Japan (Commences 1st December)

Tokyo is Japan's capital and the country's largest city and is forever buzzing with well dressed people, bright lights and electricity. The Tokyo subway is possibly the most efficient people mover on earth. 5.7 million passengers ride it every day, and delays are rare. It's the easiest way to make the most of your trip and everywhere you'd like to go feels like it's only one stop away. It's been said that if you conquer the subway, you have conquered Tokyo.

A city of 12 million people and the world's second largest economy means there is lots of shopping. Japan is a place of trends — things come in and go out, and copious advertising tempts people to part with their hard-earned yen. So make sure to check out all the shopping precincts, but don't forget to visit the local Shrines and akachochin — red lantern restaurants.

For flight* information to Tokyo visit www.jetstar.com.au

* Flights subject to regulatory approval

Top 5 things to do:

1. Visit Electric Town
Neon-lit city suburb, Electric City is where you can find any electrical gadget or gizmo. Sold in the skyscraper-based stores and crowded street-front shops this suburb is like nowhere else on earth.

2. Harajuku
The center of Japan's most extreme teenage cultures and fashion styles, but also offers shopping for grown-ups and some historic sights.

3. Meiji Shrine
Dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken. Emperor Meiji was the first emperor of modern Japan.

4. Yoyogi Koen
One of Tokyo's largest city parks, featuring wide lawns, ponds and forested areas. It makes a nice cherry blossom viewing spot in spring and is known for its ginko tree forest, which turns intensely golden in autumn.

5. Shopping in Ginza
Ginza is Tokyo's most famous upmarket shopping, dining and entertainment district, featuring numerous department stores, boutiques, art galleries, restauants, night clubs and cafes.

Links for more Information: www.japan-guide.com

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