I often read meticulously planned travel itineraries here. I have visited Japan several times and Tokyo for example is the ideal place to just visit “on the go” without planning to much. I will visit again in late May, staying for around 10 days. My plan is to book 3 hotels in different parts of Tokyo for 3-4 nights each and go from there. You can find so many interesting things just by walking the neighborhoods and briefly having a look on google maps. Even in times before smartphones, just with a map it was perfect for spontaneous adventures. Regarding food, I never plan to visit specific restaurants, there are so many options on the way. Be spontaneous.
p.s. on my last trip my luggage was lost by the airline and was delivered to the hotel 2 days later. In Japan it is so easy to travel, even without luggage, as the hotels provide toothbrushes and everything you need. Even with no change of clothes, I just went and bought stuff for 2 days and had it reimbursed later by the airline. Don’t overthink. On my next trip I will minimize my luggage, there are washing mashines in most hotels as well.
by rockyharbor
