Tokyo, Japan

Arriving in Tokyo felt like reaching the end of a long arc. After taking the Shinkansen from Osaka, something I had dreamed of doing for years, I stepped off the train with a quiet sense of relief. This was the final destination of three months spent exploring the world, and simply making it here felt like an achievement in itself.

Tokyo can be intimidating at first glance. Its size, its pace, its endless layers of neighbourhoods and lights, all of it can feel overwhelming. But I came prepared and had a clear list of places I wanted to see. Shibuya was the natural starting point, with its famous crossing and constant movement. Tokyo Tower followed, and then Mori Tower, which offered the perfect vantage point to admire Tokyo Tower glowing against the skyline.

Shinjuku pulled me in next. The neon signs, the noise, the crowds, Godzilla Road towering above it all, and the narrow lanes of Golden Gai created a mix of chaos and charm that felt uniquely Tokyo. It was easy to get lost there, but in the best possible way.

I also made time for a shopping spree in Ginza, where the polished storefronts and wide streets offered a completely different atmosphere. It was a reminder of how many versions of Tokyo exist within the same city, each with its own rhythm.

In the end, Tokyo was exactly the finale I hoped for. It was bold, overwhelming, exciting, and full of moments that tied the entire journey together. As the last stop on an unforgettable three month adventure, it felt like the perfect place to close the chapter.