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Originally Posted by valo403
That's awesome.
I'm not sure if you'd be able to help me with this, but I have a 19 hour overnight layover in Narita on my way back from Bangkok and I'm wondering if I should make the trip into Tokyo to check out the city at night and if so where I should go. I've read that there are some cool temples in Narita, but I'd kind of like to see the spectacle of Tokyo. I don't have time for much as I get in at 4 and leave the next morning at 11, but if you've got any ideas I'd appreciate the tips.
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You might be gone already, but if not:
My opinion is definitely go to Tokyo. If you're into cityscapes, go up the Mori tower (be there by 7:30 pm for the outdoor observation deck) - if you don't want the outdoor deck (i.e. no reflections) the Tokyo Metropolitan Gov't Building at Shinjuku is a free alternative. After that you could make a quick visit to Odaiba (Rainbow Bridge looks great at night with all the party boats in the Tokyo Bay in front of it). If you're a partier, Rappongi Hills is the international district so there will be other travellers in the bars and clubs there, Shinjuku is the main downtown in Tokyo (it has several). Keep in mind that the trains shut down pretty early (like between midnight and 1) so if you're planning on sleeping, you'll want to book something close to wherever you think you'll end up.
Most of the attractions don't open until 10, but the fish market is best in the morning (ideal at about 5 am) and if you want to see crowds, you should go to the Hachinko exit at Shibuya station for the morning rush.