A Dark Tourist’s Guide to Tokyo
Tokyo's had its fair share of dark times. [Disclaimer: Content includes topics on death and violence.]
Tokyo's had its fair share of dark times. [Disclaimer: Content includes topics on death and violence.]
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There's more than one Ginza in Japan and there are even quite a few other Ginza in Tokyo …
With an entrance right next to the terminus Minowabashi Station on the Arakawa Line, Joyful …
The Kozukappara Execution Grounds (it can also be read as Kozukahara) was one of Tokyo's …
The Eisei-Bunko Museum is a museum adjacent to Higo-Hosokawa Garden in the Sekiguchi/Mejirodai …
This traditional Japanese teien attached to the neighboring Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo, is one of …
Once the suburban manor of the powerful Higo Hosokawa Clan of the feudal domain that is now …
Officially the “Bunkyo Azalea Festival”, this annual event takes place immediately …
Originally conceived in 1956 as an April Fool’s festival (“Baka” is the …
Taking place either in Nakano or Ikebukuro, this small flea market is punted at the ladies, …
The Itabashi Fireworks Festival is always a good show. Roughly 12,000 fireworks are expected to …
2020 would have been the 42nd edition of the Annual Adachi Fireworks Festival, with 13,600 …
Head to Katsushika City in Tokyo for the yearly iris flower festival, taking place at Horikiri …
Travel in comfort, avoid crowds and public transport, and experience Japan's natural wonders …
One of the cheapest and easiest ways to send money from Japan is TransferWise, tried and tested …
One of the easiest options for long-term internet in Japan is the Unlimited Plan from our …
A branch of A Pizza on the roof of the Seibu Ikebukuro Department Store.
Real-deal Japanese nightlife, on the cheap.
Japanese-style pubs for late-night eats, drinks and group hangouts.
Four picks for places to enjoy a tipple or two.
Start the new year with these festive events and ward off the winter-weather blues.
See hydrangeas in spring, hills of baby blue eyes in summer, chrysanthemums in autumn and bright-red camellias in winter.
When in need of a break from the city's commotion, recharge at our favorite cheapo oases.
The yukata is the casual summer cousin of the kimono. Lightweight and eternally in style, yukata are great for personal …
These Tokyo art stores are masterpieces themselves—from sheer size, to beautiful design, these shops will get you inspired!
Whether you've worn out your kicks or are just in the market for something new—there are plenty of great spots for …
Insider transfer tips you'll want to read before you arrive.
A 3-day itinerary directing you to the best that Tokyo has to offer with lots of liberty for …