Day 10: Ancient Edo - Tokyo

This morning we trade mountain stillness for metropolitan energy as we journey from Mount Fuji to Tokyo, the world’s most populous metro and arguably its most fascinating. With nearly 40 million people moving in rhythm here, Tokyo hums with contradiction—ultra-modern and deeply rooted in tradition.

Once we settle in, we head to Asakusa, a historic neighborhood where old Edo lingers in temple grounds, market stalls, and narrow alleys humming with incense and street food. It’s one of Tokyo’s most textured corners—humble, spiritual, and full of surprise.

As night falls, we immerse ourselves in a living art form: Kabuki, Japan’s dramatic, centuries-old blend of music, theater, and stylized performance. With elaborate costumes, rhythmic dialogue, and a flair for the surreal, it’s a feast for the eyes—and a window into the country’s cultural soul.