Japanese New Year: Traditions and Celebrations in Tokyo
Everything you need to know, including food, the first sunrise, and where to celebrate.
Articles about Suburban East Tokyo
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January 2026: 8 Events Not To Miss
Start the new year with some festive fun — and ward off the winter blues.
New Video! 4 Traditional Experiences You Need To Try in Tokyo
Morning sumo practice, old-school boozing on a boat, and more.
Suburban East Tokyo Attractions
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Ueno Sakuragi Atari
This relaxed, local gathering spot in Ueno is worth a visit.
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teamLab Planets Tokyo
An immersive digital art space in Tokyo, created by international art collective teamLab.
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Small Worlds Tokyo
Small Worlds Tokyo is like the Tardis, big on the outside and small on the inside. Tower above …
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Joyful Minowa Shopping Arcade
With an entrance right next to the terminus Minowabashi Station on the Arakawa Line, Joyful …
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Fukagawa Fudō-dō
Fukagawa Fudō-dō is a Buddhist temple belonging to the esoteric Shingon sect. Unlike a lot of …
Events in Suburban East Tokyo
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Seven Lucky Gods Pilgrimage
Join the local tradition of visiting shrines of the Seven Lucky Gods.
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Usokae Bullfinch Exchange
Usokae Bullfinch Exchange is Kameido Tenjin Shrine's most renowned festival.
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January Grand Sumo Tournament
★ Staff recommendationThe first of Japan's six annual Grand Sumo Tournaments.
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Tokyo Hot Cocktail Festival
Find a warm cocktail you'd never have dreamed of at this unique drinking festival.
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Oden and Hot Sake Station
Sip sake and eat oden at JR Ryōgoku Station, near Tokyo's sumo stomping grounds.
Tours & Activities near Suburban East 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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Dress up in a Kimono and Stroll around Asakusa
Visit Yae in Asakusa, Tokyo and get to experience Japanese culture through clothing by renting …
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Secrets of Sensōji Temple: Self-Guided Audio Tour
Take a history-packed, self-guided journey of discovery through the small streets and laneways …
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Sumo Morning Practice Tour at Stable in Tokyo
Try this insider’s experience at a sumo wrestler morning practice session. Enjoy exclusive …
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Challenge Sumo Wrestlers and Enjoy Lunch
Eat, train, and fight like a real Japanese sumo wrestler during this sumo demonstration and …
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Ride a Rickshaw in Asakusa
Journey through the traditional streets of Asakusa on a two-seater rickshaw pulled by a smiley …
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Restaurants in Suburban East Tokyo
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Yanaka Shippoya
Yanaka Shippoya's tail-shaped cake-like doughnuts are made fresh in small batches and come in …
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Eating & Drinking in Suburban East Tokyo
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Tokyo’s 14 Cheeriest Christmas Markets
The mulled wine is ready to go.
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7 Unusual Bars in Tokyo
A chemistry lab, a train carriage, a trip to outer space ... go somewhere different.
Things To Do in Suburban East Tokyo
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December 2025: 8 Events Not To Miss in Tokyo
See off the year with fireworks, festivals, and anime fairs.
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Top 15 Picks for Tokyo Winter Illuminations 2025–2026
Gorgeous evening strolls await.
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13 Top Things To Do in Ueno
Traditional shopping streets, distilleries, and cafés galore. Also, really good pickles.
Shopping in Suburban East Tokyo
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Tokyo Winter Sales: 2021-2022 Round-up
Lots of winter deals to be had. And don't forget to pick up a fukubukuro or "lucky bag"—filled with last year's …
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Knife Shopping in Kappabashi — Everything You Need to Know
With so many options for Japanese knives, where should you start?
Getting Around in Suburban East Tokyo
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How To Get From Narita Airport to Tokyo
The quickest and cheapest transport 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.
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Getting from Narita to Asakusa
Get handy transport tips to help plan your trip.
Itineraries in Suburban East Tokyo
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The Explorer’s Itinerary (For People Who Hate Itineraries)
A 3-day itinerary directing you to the best that Tokyo has to offer with lots of liberty for …
