Originally Posted by
Mintycat
I'm planning a trip to Tokyo around Christmas time, and I hear it's a pretty magical time of year there, with Christmas lights all over the city, or illuminations as they call it.
What's traveling there in December like? Crowds? And is it especially expensive around that time of year?
December is a great time to visit - crowds are down and Tokyo is an amazing city. There are Christmas lights everywhere - especially the touristy shopping areas like Ginza and Roppongi. Crowds aren't that bad at all (relatively speaking - if you go to Ginza on Saturday expects crowds no matter what time of the year). Just be aware that many places close down - especially just after new years - but it's still a fun time to explore!