January 2025: 7 Events Not To Miss
Start the new year with some festive fun—and ward off the winter blues.
Articles about Central Tokyo
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Japanese New Year: Traditions and Celebrations in Tokyo
Everything you need to know, including food, the first sunrise, and where to celebrate.
Where To Be On New Year’s Eve: 10 Best Tokyo Countdown Parties
Where to go for drinks, dancing, and good vibes.
Central Tokyo Attractions
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Azabudai Hills Mori JP Tower (Tallest Building in Japan)
At 325.2m tall, the Mori JP Tower is the tallest building in Japan.
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Idemitsu Museum of Arts
The Idemitsu Museum of Arts is on the 9th floor of the Imperial Theater Building. Home to …
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Mitsui Memorial Museum
A Tokyo museum that houses a collection of Japanese and East Asian artworks and artifacts.
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Pokémon Center Shibuya
Pokémon Center Shibuya offers Pokémon goodies, and custom t-shirts.
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Pokémon Center TOKYO DX
Pokémon Center TOKYO DX is a large Pokémon Center near Tokyo Station.
Events in Central Tokyo
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New Year at Tokyo’s Gardens
Eight metropolitan gardens in Tokyo open and host special events to celebrate the start of the new year.
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Yoyogi Park Flea Market
Grab yourself a bargain at one of Tokyo's biggest, and most irregular, flea markets.
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Omotesandō Illumination
Walking in a winter wonderland indeed, this stretch of Omotesando's busy street lit up will have you feeling Christmassy in no time.
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Tokyo Fire Department New Year Ceremony
This event is filled with emergency vehicles and performances that highlight the triumphs of the Tokyo Fire Department.
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Seven Lucky Gods Pilgrimage
Join the local tradition of visiting shrines of the Seven Lucky Gods.
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Tours & Activities near Central Tokyo
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Private Tokyo Local Food and Drink Tour with a Bar Hopping Master
Experience izakaya culture – classic Japanese tapas-style drinking and dining. Go on an …
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Shinjuku Nightlife Walking Tour & Golden-Gai Bar Crawl
Sample local cuisine at the best hole-in-the-wall eateries, experience quirky bars in the …
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Join a Small Group Bicycle Tour of Tokyo
Looking for a different way to experience Tokyo? Hit the streets on a guided bike tour! This …
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Become a Samurai in Tokyo
Who doesn't want to swing a sword and emulate the warriors of feudal Japan? Experience being a …
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Experience the Traditional Art of Kintsugi
Looking for something different? Try a kintsugi class in Tokyo. Kintsugi is the art of …
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Bar Hopping and Izakaya Experience in Shibuya
A bar-hopping tour is one of the most popular ways to experience any city.
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Restaurants in Central Tokyo
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Fender Café Tokyo (Harajuku)
A must-visit for music fans. In the basement of the flagship Fender Store in Harajuku, …
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PEANUTS Cafe SUNNY SIDE Kitchen
A café in Harajuku devoted to everyone’s favorite cartoon beagle, Snoopy. Did you know …
Eating & Drinking in Central Tokyo
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The 13 Cheeriest Christmas Markets in Tokyo
If you like your holiday season with a bit of European flair.
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New Video! 8 Reasons Why You Should Visit Shin-Okubo
Shin-Okubo, Tokyo's Koreatown, is definitely worth a visit.
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11 Best Places To Eat in Azabudai Hills
Including fancy sushi, and vegan-friendly options.
Things To Do in Central Tokyo
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7 Places To Buy Board Games in Tokyo
From family favorites to TTRPGs—with English options.
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18 Best Things To Do in Shibuya
Go say hi to Hachikō, then hunt for street art, check out the underground music scene—and more.
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Womb: The Ultimate Night Out in Tokyo
If you haven't been to Womb, have you been clubbing in Tokyo at all?
Shopping in Central Tokyo
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10 Tokyo Flea Markets for Bargain Hunting
You'll want to bookmark this one.
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7 Things To Do in Harajuku’s Hottest New Attraction, Harakado
From rooftop bars to public baths, art spaces, and more — there's lots to keep you busy.
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Recycle Shops and Secondhand Shopping in Tokyo
Snag bargains & sell unwanted items—all while extending the shelf life of the planet.
Living in Central Tokyo
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Baking Up a (Gluten-Free Tokyo) Storm: Interview with Nao Maeda
Ever wondered what it’s like to be a pastry chef in Japan? We chatted to Nao Maeda, one of Tokyo’s …
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Omotenashi Kimono Experience: Traditional Japan, on the Cheap
So you want to get dressed up, do the whole kimono thing while you’re in Tokyo? These timeless outfits are not …
Getting Around in Central Tokyo
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Getting From Narita to Shinjuku
See the fastest, easiest, and cheapest routes.
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Finding the Best Transport From Narita Airport to Tokyo
How to get from the plane to your accommodation.
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Is Tokyo’s Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Worth It?
Find out all the sights you can see and where you need to hop off at.
Itineraries in Central Tokyo
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Half-Day Walking Tour: Omotesando – World’s Best Modern Architecture Museum
Bold claim? Sure, Dubai has it’s gravity defying skyscrapers, Hong Kong and Shanghai …
