New Video! Discover Kōenji: Tokyo’s Hidden Gem
Join our lovely presenter Patricia as she explores Kōenji, a retro paradise and hipster haven.
Join our lovely presenter Patricia as she explores Kōenji, a retro paradise and hipster haven.
Take a little break from the city.
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One of Japan’s most famous animation studios, Toei Animation, has its own little museum. …
Get your tickets and explore the wizarding world of Harry Potter.
Large green park with 6 Pokémon-themed manhole covers as homage to the creator of Pokémon, …
The Suginami Animation Museum is an innovative and interactive anime museum in Tokyo. It …
Love and science collide in Lucy Prebble’s acclaimed play, The Effect.
Marvel at the perfectly cultivated Chrysanthemum displays, and get stuck in with your own gardening workshops too!
Chrysanthemums in bloom are masterfully arranged at these botanical gardens. Take a stroll or get more hands on with a short gardening class.
Head to Hachiōji to the gingko trees, with parades, stalls, and more.
An annual opportunity to improve your fortunes in the coming year, Fuchu's Tori no Ichi festival comes in multiple installments and includes a masked performance to enjoy.
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Experience izakaya culture – classic Japanese tapas-style drinking and dining. Go on an …
Sample local cuisine at the best hole-in-the-wall eateries, experience quirky bars in the …
Looking for a different way to experience Tokyo? Hit the streets on a guided bike tour! This …
Who doesn't want to swing a sword and emulate the warriors of feudal Japan? Experience being a …
Looking for something different? Try a kintsugi class in Tokyo. Kintsugi is the art of …
A literal hidden gem in Shimokitazawa, No Room for Squares is a jazz bar that has a retro …
A quaint little café located at the entrance of the suspension bridge at Hatonosu Canyon. What …
Where to go for flowing drinks and conversation.
From award-winning ramen to Japanese sweets, street food — and beyond.
The capital puts on quite a show — don't miss it!
Stroll across gorges, sip on sake, stay at a ryokan, and simply relax.
Light-ups, "lucky rakes", late-season fireworks, and more.
Hello Kitty is one of the trendsetters of Kawaii culture. She has had a significant influence in Japan, with Tokyo …
Lots of winter deals to be had. And don't forget to pick up a fukubukuro or "lucky bag"—filled with last year's …
Keep healthy and avoid the crowded trains via these scenic Tokyo cycling routes.
Christmas is often called the Valentine’s Day of Japan, and like any couples’ holiday, it all boils down to a …
Want to make getting around the city part of the experience? Read our comprehensive guide on where to rent a bike in Tokyo.
Winter may not be everyone's favorite season, but Tokyo has so much to offer it would be a …