Originally Posted by drjazz
I will be staying in Tokyo for the first time in December. Two nights at the Park Hyatt. I will be taking a bullet train from Osaka (2 nights there, also for the first time). A few questions:
1. Which train to take from Osaka?
2. Any overview of the area around the Park Hyatt. Any absolute must things to do/see/eat for a first timer on a short stay?
3. Any favorite places to shop in the section of Tokyo with all the electronics stores?
As mentioned below. The bullet trains leave from Tokyo station. Trains to Osaka are quite regular and run through the day.
You can search the Hyatt forum to get some info on PHT, such as:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/showt...rk+Hyatt+Tokyo
Basically PHT is about 10-15 minutes away from Shinkuju station by foot (West Exit).
Akihabara is the place for electronics. You can get there from Shinjuku either by the Yamanote line or if memory serves the Sobu line. The Sobu line should be quicker. Just FYI, Yodobashi camera has several good size stores near the West Exit of Shinjuku station. If you are looking to browse electronics and don't have time to go to Akihabara, this could be a good option.