Contemporary artist Tomokazu Matsuyama, in collaboration with East Japan Railway Company, launches a new iconic park space outside the world’s …
Slap bang in the middle of central Tokyo lies Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. It's so different to the jam-packed surrounding streets that it's …
Just behind Roppongi Midtown, this small park is popular with families and busy workers on their lunch breaks. Now a hub of Tokyo, Roppongi was …
Forged naturally by the Yazawa River as it heads for the larger Tama River, Todoroki Valley is Tokyo's only valley and is a stunning escape from …
Inokashira Park is a large wooded park near Kichijoji Station. The centerpiece of the park is a large pond on which you can paddle a giant swan …
Showa Commemorative National Government Park (国営昭和記念公園 Kokuei Shōwa Kinen Kōen) is an expansive park in (far) western Tokyo Prefecture that spans …
Engakuji Temple was built in 1282 to console the souls of the fallen soldiers following the second invasion attempt by the Mongols and is one of …
Hanazono Shrine is the most important shinto shrine in the vicinity of Shinjuku Station. The shrine is located adjacent to the rabbit warren of …
Nogi Shrine (乃木神社 Nogi-jinja) is a shrine dedicated to and built on the property of the Meiji era army general and educator Nogi Maresuke. …
A large and famous Shinto shrine in the Kanda/Ochanomizu area, the Myojin shrine is home to the Kanda festival which is one of the three biggest …
Meiji Jingu is the most visited Shrine in Japan, sometimes drawing crowds of up to a million people for special events. It is, however, a place …
Tsukiji Honganji is a Buddhist temple located near Tsukiji Market, with a decidedly un-Japanese design. The temple is reminiscent of Buddhist …
Originally housed in a temple hall, the impressive 93-tonne Amida Buddha has been out in the open air for over 500 years, sitting tall at nearly …
Engakuji Temple was built in 1282 to console the souls of the fallen soldiers following the second invasion attempt by the Mongols and is one of …
Matsuchiyama Shoden Honryuin is part of the Sensoji group of temples. A famous scenic spot in Edo (old Tokyo), often depicted by many ukiyo-e …
The teamLab Acorn Forest is a small, outdoor exhibit in Higashi Tokorozawa Park in Saitama. It's a permanent installation of large silver …
Sitting in the middle of Roppongi’s Midtown Garden, 21_21 Design Sight is a sleek, futuristic gallery and the home of new and groundbreaking …
The POLA Museum of Art is a modern art museum in the hills of Hakone with a treasure trove of paintings by Europe's masters of impressionism, …
The Hakone Open Air Museum is a must see on any visit to Hakone. Stretched out over a grassy hillside, the park features sculptures by leading …
This is an intimate little gallery which can be found just off Roppongi’s main road. Since 1994, Ota Fine Arts has been one of Tokyo’s bastions …
Very recently replaced, the new 19.7m Gundam stands tall over the Odaiba waterfront as it prepares for its role in the upcoming 2020 Olympics. …
As if Tokyo hadn't been terrorized enough by the radiation-powered monster that is Godzilla, they've gone and installed a giant looming head in …
A monument to a loyal dog, this has become the place to meet someone in Shibuya, be it a friend, date or mysterious stranger. A sign of loyalty …
Once you've spotted the iconic Wako department store, then you know you're in the heart of Ginza—a popular neighborhood known for its upscale …
The main gate to Sensoji temple in Asakusa. The standout red gate is a popular backdrop for photos.
Stretched across Tokyo Bay from Shibaura Pier to the Odaiba Waterfront, the Rainbow Bridge is a brightly lit suspension bridge familiar from TV, …
This traditional Japanese teien attached to the neighboring Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo, is one of the most spectacular gardens in Tokyo. As far back …
Once the suburban manor of the powerful Higo Hosokawa Clan of the feudal domain that is now modern-day Kumamoto, the gardens and residence have …
An historic garden in the Fukagawa neighborhood in Eastern Tokyo, Kiyosumi was originally the residence of an Edo merchant before a feudal lord …
Happoen Garden features all of the traditional elements of a Japanese garden—like koi-filled ponds and a traditional tea house. It is renowned …
A traditional Japanese garden located in Kokubunji, the Tonogayato garden was designated a Place of Scenic Beauty by the Tokyo Metropolitan …
Onjuku Beach is widely considered to be one of the best surfing beaches on the Chiba coast. From Onjuku Station, the beach can be reached on foot …
Sanrio Puroland theme park is the most like Disneyland in terms of shows and costumes—but geared for the Hello Kitty fanatic. It's also not …
The Asakusa Culture and Tourism Center is a distinctive seven-level building in Asakusa, directly opposite the famous Kaminarimon Gate of Sensoji …
This 150-m government building offers a great view of Tokyo from Korakuen. Head up to the 25th floor to check out the free observatory. The …
Standing tall at 333m, Tokyo Tower is a whole 9m taller than its inspiration—the Eiffel Tower. Completed in 1958, it held the title of tallest …
As of June 1, 2020, Tokyo Skytree has reopened after a temporary closure due to COVID-19 prevention measures. At 634 meters, Tokyo Skytree is the …
On the east side of Ikebukuro is Sunshine 60, a shopping center/office building/aquarium/you-name-it plus observatory. At 60 floors and 239.7m …
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, known simply as "Tocho" in Japanese, is the center of government for the 23 wards of Tokyo. As well …
Contemporary artist Tomokazu Matsuyama, in collaboration with East Japan Railway Company, launches a new iconic park space outside the world’s …
The teamLab Acorn Forest is a small, outdoor exhibit in Higashi Tokorozawa Park in Saitama. It's a permanent installation of large silver …
This traditional Japanese teien attached to the neighboring Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo, is one of the most spectacular gardens in Tokyo. As far back …
Once the suburban manor of the powerful Higo Hosokawa Clan of the feudal domain that is now modern-day Kumamoto, the gardens and residence have …
Onjuku Beach is widely considered to be one of the best surfing beaches on the Chiba coast. From Onjuku Station, the beach can be reached on foot …
A fun outdoor "museum" of reconstructed traditional Japanese house, with Mount Fuji standing impressively in the background. Use that as your …
Also known as kōkyo seimon tekkyō (Imperial palace main gate iron bridge), Nijūbashi literally means "double bridge" as it was originally built …
Sitting in the middle of Roppongi’s Midtown Garden, 21_21 Design Sight is a sleek, futuristic gallery and the home of new and groundbreaking …
If you're not afraid of ghosts—or you'd like a taste of ancient Japanese Buddhist spiritual practice—then these somewhat spooky catacombs and …
Very recently replaced, the new 19.7m Gundam stands tall over the Odaiba waterfront as it prepares for its role in the upcoming 2020 Olympics. …
As if Tokyo hadn't been terrorized enough by the radiation-powered monster that is Godzilla, they've gone and installed a giant looming head in …
A monument to a loyal dog, this has become the place to meet someone in Shibuya, be it a friend, date or mysterious stranger. A sign of loyalty …
Once you've spotted the iconic Wako department store, then you know you're in the heart of Ginza—a popular neighborhood known for its upscale …
Slap bang in the middle of central Tokyo lies Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. It's so different to the jam-packed surrounding streets that it's …
Tsukiji Honganji is a Buddhist temple located near Tsukiji Market, with a decidedly un-Japanese design. The temple is reminiscent of Buddhist …
The main gate to Sensoji temple in Asakusa. The standout red gate is a popular backdrop for photos.
The POLA Museum of Art is a modern art museum in the hills of Hakone with a treasure trove of paintings by Europe's masters of impressionism, …
The Hakone Open Air Museum is a must see on any visit to Hakone. Stretched out over a grassy hillside, the park features sculptures by leading …
Stretched across Tokyo Bay from Shibaura Pier to the Odaiba Waterfront, the Rainbow Bridge is a brightly lit suspension bridge familiar from TV, …
Looking like something from the movie Blade Runner, the Fuji TV headquarters in Odaiba were designed by world renowned Japanese architect Kenzo …
