Is Shinjuku safe?
Yes it is safe (the same as most of Japan). There are really no really no go areas, even red light areas of Kabukicho in Shinjuku have tons of tourist visiting nowadays, crime towards visitors are low, the only real way you get into trouble is if you are looking for trouble yourself.
Is Shibuya or Shinjuku better?
Shibuya and Shinjuku areas are both great at different points depending on what you need. For night out, Shinjuku could be better choice while Shibuya offers better options for shoppers. Each areas are only 5 mins away by train so it is very possible to visit them both in a day.
What is the best district to stay in Tokyo?
Shinjuku The best places to stay are Shinjuku, the Tokyo Station Area, Ginza/Hibiya, Shibuya or Roppongi. Other decent places to stay include Nihombashi, Shinagawa, Hamamatsucho and Shiodome. Try to stay near a Yamanote Line (Tokyo loop line) station.
Where should a first time tourist stay in Tokyo?
While there are hotels everywhere in the city, you should definitely try to stay in one of the citys main urban hubs on the JR Yamanote loop line. The best places to stay are: Shinjuku, the Tokyo Station Area, Ginza, Marunouchi or Roppongi.
Can we drink tap water in Japan?
Japans tap water is drinkable and safe. The national water infrastructure is reliable, and purification facilities are well-maintained, so the tap water is good quality and easy on the stomach. Most of the water supply in Tokyo and major cities comes from dams, reservoirs, or comes from rivers.
Is Japan safer than UK?
Even Regarding Lesser Crimes than Murder, Japan is Notably Safer. When considering cases of violent robbery, America had a recorded 101.74 cases, England and Wales had 87.52, with Japan at 2.41. This clearly shows that cases of robbery in Japan are significantly lower than that of other countries.
How many days do I need in Tokyo?
Generally speaking, two weeks is usually the recommended days that foreigners usually spend in Japan if their only goal is just for sightseeing and traveling purposes. From that two weeks, visitors usually spend around 3 to 5 days in Tokyo and spend the rest in other destinations.
Is it rude to finish your food in Japan?
Not finishing ones meal is not considered impolite in Japan, but rather is taken as a signal to the host that one does not wish to be served another helping. Conversely, finishing ones meal completely, especially the rice, indicates that one is satisfied and therefore does not wish to be served any more.