July 28th
Top 25 Easy Day Trips from Tokyo
A destination for every taste!
Lily Crossley-Baxter
A Brit in Tokyo with a somewhat-misguided sense of adventure, Lily finds shortcuts to fund adventures.
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July 28th
Destination Hatsukaichi: The Famous Itsukushima Shrine, Stunning Nature & Hot Springs Galore
Most famous for Miyajima—the rest of the Hatsukaichi area often gets overlooked. There are mountain pilgrimages, festivals, hot springs and more.
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July 27th
Harajuku’s Takeshita Street: 400 Meters of Fun, Food and Fashion
Nothing says fun like Takeshita Street—one of the busiest & brightest shopping streets in Tokyo.
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July 27th
Back to School at Rokunen Yonkumi Izakaya
Escape the pressures of the adult world for a night at this elementary school-themed izakaya.
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July 27th
Kugatsudo: Cafe-Style Ramen
A ramen joint where the staff don't hurry you out, the sets are cheap and the space feels permanently like a Sunday afternoon.
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July 19th
Tokyo’s Top Traditional Tea Houses
A taste of traditional Japan.
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July 12th
Japanese Cultural Experiences: From Sushi-Making to Tea Ceremony to Origami and Beyond
Japanese cultural experiences first hand—take your pick from tea ceremony, bonsai, martial arts, origami, sushi-making and more!
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July 12th
Top 6 Things to Do Around Shibuya Crossing
Shibuya Crossing is iconic, but it doesn't take too long to—well—look at. Try these 6 things to do around the scramble to make your visit worthwhile!
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July 11th
The Yokohama Summer Fireworks Guide
These Yokohama fireworks festivals are big winners in our books—with smaller crowds and less high-rises obstructing your view than in Tokyo.
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July 10th
Harajuku’s Must-Eat Sweet Treats
Pastries, popcorn and cake pops, oh my!
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July 10th
Tokyo’s Treasures: A Guide to Souvenir Antiques
In a nation of craftsmen and perfectionists, Japanese antiques are often high quality, and make for great souvenirs. Here are 5 items to look out for.
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July 10th
Anata no Warehouse: The Dystopian Arcade Just for Adults
Step off the streets of Kawasaki and into a dystopian amusement arcade. Part sci-fi, part re-make of Kowloon Walled City.
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July 7th
Best Art Supply Shops in Tokyo
These Tokyo art stores are masterpieces themselves—from sheer size, to beautiful design, these shops will get you inspired!
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June 29th
5 Easy Bullet Train Trips From Tokyo
Need a break from the big city? Here are 5 short bullet train trips from Tokyo that won't break the bank, starting from just 35 mins away!
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June 26th
Tokyo Zoos and Aquariums: Your Guide to Furry, Feathery and Finny Friends
Famed for pandas and whale sharks, these Tokyo zoos and aquariums have some high-profile guests and are perfect for a rainy day in the city.
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June 21st
Yanaka: Old Town Tokyo at Its Best
Take a stroll through the impressive Yanaka neighborhood. It has shopping, architecture, rich history, beautiful sights and that "million-miles-away" feeling.
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June 21st
Nokogiriyama: A Hike to Hell (And Back)
Hiking provides a much needed escape from Tokyo, and although plenty of mountains have great views, not many are quite as death-defying as Nokogiriyama.
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June 19th
Tokyo Ice Cream Shops: Tasty Towers and Freaky Flavors
Eel? Sweet Potato? Cherry Blossom? Try these odd flavors (and your fav traditional flavors too!) at these ice cream shops in Tokyo.
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June 14th
Top Spots for Sunrise and Sunset Viewing in Tokyo
Long day exploring? Long night dancing? Seeing the city skyline in the warm glow of a Tokyo sunset or sunrise is an unbeatable way to finish your adventure.
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June 14th
Inner-Station Eats to Beat the Streets
Tokyo, Shinagawa, Ueno - what do these stations have to offer? Some of the city's best bites.
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May 31st
5 Summer Escapes From Tokyo
Five unique getaways from Tokyo to suit any taste!
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May 24th
Tokyo Shopping Neighborhoods – Top Spots for Vintage, Boutique, Haute Couture & More
Explore these top Tokyo shopping neighborhoods to pick up some great fashion, souvenirs or even window shop—and see the city while you're at it!
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May 24th
Destination Takayama: A Weekend Getaway with Old Towns and Morning Markets
Takayama is the perfect weekend getaway with onsen towns, a laid-back atmosphere, famous gassho houses and more. Plus, we've done all the planning legwork for you!
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May 16th
5 Spots To Visit In Tokyo If You’re Too Broke To Go To Kyoto
Too broke to make it to Kyoto? Here are 5 lovely spots reminiscent of the ancient capital in Tokyo — bamboo forest, temples, canals, torii gates and all!