Tokyo at first may seem to be a most unlikely place to find a park filled with gigantic trees. However Yoyogi Station and Park, sandwiched between the busy Shinjuku and Harajuku Stations, is a welcome respite from the bustle of the city. Enjoy an enormous walking space filled with trees planted from seeds brought in from around the world. In the heart of the park lies Meiji Jingu, one of the most famous Shinto shrines. Nearby is the legendary Shinjuku Gyoen National Park, a microcosm of beauty and serenity. Filled with ponds, gazebos, and sweeping views, you will not be disappointed.

In stark contrast to Yoyogi's pastoral charm, Shinjuku is a city-within-a-city. The biggest ward of Tokyo and its major downtown area, it is impossible to overestimate the importance (as well as population density) of Shinjuku. There are actual conveyerbelts that ferry people underground to and from the station. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government North Observation deck is our pick for best views of the city. At night, after eating at Shin-Okubo, consider returning to Shinjuku to experience Golden Gai, a famous collection of micro-pubs and a must-see for connoisseurs of liquors and spirits.

Shin-Okubo is known as the bustling Koreatown of Tokyo. If you are feeling sick of Japanese food at this point, cleanse your palate with some popular Korean cuisine in this well known gastronomy center. This micro-neighborhood, with its incredible lighting and beautiful views from its Yamanote Line platform, is a definite place for foodies and photographers, especially around twilight and the early evening. In addition, you can get your fix of K-Pop at the many venus which incorporate this unique aspect of Korean culture (K-Pop dessert restaurants, K-Pop idol venues, etc).