15 pictures of Tokyo that will make you want to go

Tokyo is a staple on any long-haul bucket list. The frenetic capital city is one of the top places to visit in Japan, where soaring skyscrapers tower over tranquil gardens, and narrow alleys lined with cosy noodle houses intersect with wide, busy streets illuminated by neon signs.

VISIT TOKYO WITH GH

Next year, you can visit the city as part of a wider exploration of Japan. On Good Housekeeping's 15-day cruise holiday in spring 2026, you'll spend a night in Tokyo before you board a cruise ship to explore more of Japan's top spots, including Hiroshima, Osaka and Kochi.

The cruise is timed to show you the best of the country during its famous cherry blossom season. Although the exact timing of this pretty pink season varies based on each year's weather conditions, travelling for two weeks in late March and early April means witnessing this breathtaking natural spectacle is near-guaranteed.

Have we got you dreaming of travelling to Tokyo in springtime? In case you need any more inspiration, here are some photos of Japan's entrancing capital to get you excited for a trip of a lifetime.