The history and culture rich travel destination of Japan is chock full of temples, shrines, and festivals, but modern Tokyo can offer much more than a historical tour.

First stop, the Tsukiji fish market. As one of the world’s largest fish markets, it has every manner of fish, mollusk, or mammal that can be found in the sea, but these are not for the purchase of tourists such as you, but instead, for wholesale buyers. But don’t fret, sushi shops surround the market and offer the freshest sushi worldwide for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Of course when in Japan, the home of karaoke, one must partake. Roppongi offers settings varying from the more familiar bar scene to the small Japanese karaoke room with just enough space for three or four people and a karaoke machine. It might even be fun to throw in some Japanese songs to rock you off your singing game!

If you happen to be in the right place at the right time, you might want to attend a sumo tournament, which only takes place a few times a year in select venues. While it is a sport, Sumo is also saturated with Shinto religious elements and ceremony. Sumo is incredibly physical, but it mostly revolves around a mental battle between the two wrestlers, involving timing and anticipation of the opponent’s moves, much like a physical chess game. The Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo has several levels, with seats on the upper levels and floor mats for seating on the lower levels (tickets range from around $30 to $150). Literature explaining the bouts is available in English, but honestly, it’s pretty self-explanatory.

Last but certainly not least, Japan’s native cuisine cannot be contended with. You’ll never stay hungry for long in the streets of Tokyo. All you have to do is keep walking and you’ll eventually find something new to try, whether from a vending machine, food stall, traditional restaurant, or the overwhelmingly expensive cutting-edge twists on traditional cuisine. Regardless, there is no shortage of food options in Japan.