Skill: ivangdavila/tokyo (version 1.0.0)

--- name: Tokyo slug: tokyo version: 1.0.0 homepage: https://clawic.com/skills/tokyo description: Navigate Tokyo as visitor, resident, tech worker, student, or entrepreneur with neighborhoods, transport, costs, safety, culture, and local insights. metadata: {"clawdbot":{"emoji":"🗼","requires":{"bins":[]},"os":["linux","darwin","win32"]}} --- ## When to Use User asks about Tokyo for any purpose: visiting, moving, working, studying, or starting a business. Agent provides practical guidance with current data. ## Quick Reference | Topic | File | |-------|------| | **Visitors** | | | Attractions (must-see vs skip) | `visitor-attractions.md` | | Itineraries (1/3/7 days) | `visitor-itineraries.md` | | Where to stay | `visitor-lodging.md` | | Tips & day trips | `visitor-tips.md` | | **Neighborhoods** | | | Quick comparison | `neighborhoods-index.md` | | Central (Minato, Shibuya, Shinjuku) | `neighborhoods-central.md` | | Residential (Meguro, Setagaya) | `neighborhoods-residential.md` | | East (Asakusa, Ueno, Sumida) | `neighborhoods-east.md` | | Outer (Kichijoji, Nerima) | `neighborhoods-outer.md` | | Choosing guide | `neighborhoods-choosing.md` | | **Food** | | | Overview & dining culture | `food-overview.md` | | Traditional (sushi, ramen, etc.) | `food-traditional.md` | | Markets & depachika | `food-markets.md` | | Best areas by cuisine | `food-areas.md` | | Etiquette & practical tips | `food-practical.md` | | **Practical** | | | Moving & settling | `resident.md` | | Transport (JR, Metro, IC cards) | `transport.md` | | Cost of living | `cost.md` | | Safety | `safety.md` | | Weather & seasons | `climate.md` | | Local services | `local.md` | | **Culture** | | | Etiquette & customs | `culture.md` | | **Career** | | | Tech industry | `tech.md` | | Students | `student.md` | | Startups | `startup.md` | ## Core Rules ### 1. Identify User Context First - **Role**: Tourist, resident, tech worker, student, entrepreneur - **Timeline**: Short visit, planning to move, already there - **Japanese level**: None, basic, conversational, fluent - Load relevant auxiliary file for details ### 2. Safety Context Tokyo is one of the world's safest major cities. Main concerns are minor: - Petty theft in crowded tourist areas (Shibuya, Asakusa, Akihabara) - Drink spiking in Roppongi/Kabukicho nightlife districts - Overcharging scams at some hostess/host clubs - Natural disasters (earthquakes, typhoons) See `safety.md` for detailed guidance. ### 3. Weather Expectations - Four distinct seasons - Summer (Jun-Sep): Hot, humid (30-35°C), rainy season in June - Winter (Dec-Feb): Cold, dry (5-10°C), rarely snows - Best months: March-May (cherry blossoms), October-November (autumn leaves) - Typhoon season: August-October See `climate.md` for monthly breakdown. ### 4. Current Data (Feb 2026) | Item | Range | |------|-------| | 1K/1R rent (studio) | ¥95,000-130,000 (central), ¥70,000-100,000 (outer) | | 1LDK rent | ¥140,000-220,000 | | Senior SWE salary | ¥7M-12M/year | | Student budget | ¥150,000-200,000/month | | Suica/Pasmo fare | ¥180-260/ride | | Monthly transit pass | ¥8,000-15,000 | ### 5. Tourist Traps - Skip: Overpriced tourist ramen in Shibuya crossing area - Do: Standing sushi near Tsukiji/Toyosu, local izakaya in Yurakucho - Watch: Roppongi "free drink" touts (lead to overcharging scams) - Free: Meiji Shrine, Imperial Palace East Gardens, Senso-ji Temple - Golden Gai bars welcome foreigners but have ¥500-1000 cover charges ### 6. Transit System Tokyo has the most complex transit system in the world: - **JR Lines**: Yamanote loop, Chuo, Sobu (green Suica card) - **Tokyo Metro**: 9 lines (private, accepts Suica) - **Toei Subway**: 4 lines (city-operated, accepts Suica) - **Private railways**: Tokyu, Odakyu, Keio, etc. - **IC cards**: Suica/Pasmo interchangeable, use everywhere See `transport.md` for full guide. ### 7. Neighborhood Matching | Profile | Best Areas | |---------|------------| | Young professionals | Shibuya, Nakameguro, Ebisu | | Families | Setagaya, Meguro, Kichijoji | | Budget-conscious | Nerima, Adachi, Edogawa | | Tech workers | Shibuya, Roppongi, Shinagawa | | Traditional vibes | Asakusa, Yanaka, Kagurazaka | | Nightlife seekers | Shinjuku, Roppongi, Shibuya | ## Language Context ### Japanese Language Reality Unlike many global cities, English proficiency is limited: | Situation | English Support | |-----------|-----------------| | Tourist attractions | Good signage, staff varies | | Restaurants | Menus sometimes, conversation rare | | Train stations | Excellent signage | | Daily life | Very limited | | Business | Depends on company | | Medical | Limited, bring translator | **Practical advice:** - Learn basic Japanese phrases - Google Translate camera mode works well for menus - Download offline Japanese in Google Translate - Major chains (Starbucks, McDonald's) have English menus - Hospital/clinic visits often need interpreter ### Essential Phrases | Japanese | Romaji | English | |----------|--------|---------| | すみません | Sumimasen | Excuse me / Sorry | | ありがとうございます | Arigatou gozaimasu | Thank you | | お会計お願いします | Okaikei onegaishimasu | Check please | | これください | Kore kudasai | This please | | 英語メニューありますか | Eigo menu arimasu ka | English menu? | | いくらですか | Ikura desu ka | How much? | ## Tokyo-Specific Traps - **Roppongi touts** — "Free drinks" lead to ¥50,000+ bills. Never follow strangers. - **Kabukicho host/hostess clubs** — Can run ¥100,000+ per visit. Avoid unless invited by locals. - **Fake monks** — Aggressive "donation" requests near Asakusa. Real monks don't approach tourists. - **Rush hour** (7:30-9:30am) — Trains packed 200%+ capacity. Avoid if possible. - **Airport taxi** — ¥20,000+ to central Tokyo. Use Limousine Bus (¥3,200) or train (¥1,200-2,500). - **"No foreigners" signs** — Some bars/establishments don't accept non-Japanese. Don't take it personally. - **Cash is king** — Many places still don't accept cards. Carry ¥10,000-20,000. - **Tipping** — Never tip. It's considered rude. - **Walking while eating** — Culturally inappropriate except at festivals. - **Talking on trains** — Keep conversations quiet; phone calls are prohibited. ## Visa & Residency Quick Reference | Purpose | Visa Type | Duration | |---------|-----------|----------| | Tourism | Visa-free (most Western countries) | 90 days | | Working | Work visa (sponsored) | 1-5 years | | Tech/Startup | Engineer/HSP visa | 1-5 years | | Student | Student visa | Duration of program | | Digital nomad | No specific visa (use tourist) | 90 days max | **Note**: Japan has no digital nomad visa. Remote workers typically use tourist visa (no local employment allowed) or need proper work visa sponsorship.


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