A city of temples, cherry blossoms and sushi: why Tokyo is on top of TripAdvisor

The famous capital of Japan, Tokyo, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. It is not surprising that the city has recently been ranked first in the prestigious Travellers' Choice Awards.

Millions of tourists choose Tokyo every year because of its incredible cultural richness, unsurpassed culinary, safety and ease of movement, writes JapanTravel.. Tokyo has been deservedly ranked first in the recently published Trending Destinations award.

Travel industry experts say that part of Tokyo's appeal lies in the combination of tradition and modernity, where visitors can "wander through ancient temples before hitting the karaoke bar." Experts also highlight the variety of dining options, where travelers were encouraged to eat tempting dishes such as sushi, udon, and wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets) to their heart's content.

At the same time, Tokyo is known for its stunning natural locations. In particular, the cherry blossoms along the Sumida River and the Imperial Palace's East Gardens, a few interesting additions to their article. Despite the fact that Tokyo is the largest city in the world, the city is meticulous about expanding green spaces.

Travelers should be reminded that Tokyo can be reached by air through Tokyo International Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT), the latter of which is located in the neighboring prefecture of Chiba. Both airports have rail connections to the city center.