10 Fun Things to Do in Akihabara
Visiting this otaku destination in Tokyo? Here are 10 ideas for fun, free, and cheap things to do in Akihabara — everything from anime to maids, and more!
Visiting this otaku destination in Tokyo? Here are 10 ideas for fun, free, and cheap things to do in Akihabara — everything from anime to maids, and more!
Fireflies mark the unofficial start to summertime in Tokyo—here's where you can see this natural phenomenon.
Inside scoop: Everything about the Robot Restaurant reopening—including prices, how to get tickets, what's new, and our first impressions.
Tokyo's best open-air sky deck, with panoramic views over the city and killer photo ops.
Located next to Hamamtsucho Station, Kyū Shiba Rikyū Garden is a Japanese garden with a large …
A yokocho (back alley) next to the train tracks in Shibuya that is filled with tiny bars and …
Officially named Omoide Yokocho (Memory Alley), but more commonly referred to as Piss Alley, …
Get your dolls, Sonic plushies, and more at Japan's biggest toy trade show.
The roads will be closed and the whole town of Tsukiji will take to the streets to celebrate the annual Tsukiji Lion Dance Festival at Namiyoke Shrine.
Enjoy a sweet summer stroll around this antique Tokyo Flea Market. The perfect place for a relaxed Sunday browsing with no stress.
Come hang out in a café in Akihabara and boost your Japanese.
Love short movies? Pop by this festival to see some of the best in all of Asia. With the prestigious backing of the Academy, the quality here is unparalled to keep your inner film buff happy.
Spend the day promoting an ecological lifestyle and get organic, earth-friendly wares while listening to music.
Experience izakaya culture – classic Japanese tapas-style drinking and dining. Go on an …
Want a stress-free and cost-effective Tokyo airport transfer? Consider a low-cost shared taxi. …
Looking for a different way to experience Tokyo? Hit the streets on a guided bike tour! This is …
Wagashi sweets have beautiful forms and colors which give us the sense of seasons. Learn the …
Who doesn't want to swing a sword and emulate the warriors of feudal Japan? Experience being a …
Looking for a totally different experience? Then why not try a kintsugi class in Tokyo? …
Worldstar Cafe Darts & Billiard is a bar, cafe, restaurant, and entertainment venue located …
A café in Akihabara that is great for language exchange and boosting your Japanese skills.
Cotton candy, popcorn, and pancakes, oh my!
Not every pub will be showing your favorite game, match, or fight, but luckily there are some good options around town …
If you too like your holiday season with a bit of European flair.
Our recommended list of Tokyo events to check out this month. Of note are the firefly festivals and the impressive …
How to save some dough on the show.
See the sights while making new friends and learning about history and culture.
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Lots of winter deals to be had. And don't forget to pick up a fukubukuro or "lucky bag"—filled with last year's …
Ever wondered what it’s like to be a pastry chef in Japan? We chatted to Nao Maeda, one of Tokyo’s …
So you want to get dressed up, do the whole kimono thing while you’re in Tokyo? These timeless outfits are not …
We’ve recently covered some of Tokyo’s cheapest supermarkets but we have some more gems to share with you …
Tokyo Station is — as you may have guessed — one of the main train stations in Tokyo. But it’s more …
How to get from the plane to your accommodation.
All the budget ways of getting into town.
Bold claim? Sure, Dubai has it’s gravity defying skyscrapers, Hong Kong and Shanghai both …