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Ashi Angels: Hakone for Evangelion Fans

Explore the real Tokyo-3.

Tokyo Events This Week: Cherry Blossom Festivals and Anime Japan

Tokyo events for Monday, March 18 to Sunday, March 24, 2024.

Top 10 Tokyo Cherry Blossom Festivals in 2024

Where to go for street food, music — and lots of sakura.

Finding the Best Transport From Narita Airport to Tokyo

How to get from the plane to your accommodation.

Tokyo Events This Week: St. Patrick’s Day and Music Festivals

Tokyo events for Monday, March 11 to Sunday, March 17, 2024.

New Video: Top Japanese Phrases You Need Before Traveling to Japan

The Samurai Restaurant: Discount Tickets and What To Expect

Get ready for an exuberant new show from the creators of the old Robot Restaurant.

Beginner’s Guide To Skiing in Hakuba

Olympic slopes just a few hours from Tokyo—some of them open till May!

5 Stunning Spring Bus Tours From Tokyo

Take a ride to experience the best of the season.

Top 26 Easy Day Trips From Tokyo

Add a few of these to the wander list.

Tokyo to Osaka: Fast and Creative Ways of Getting There

Full guide to taking the bullet train, buses, and low-cost flights.

Tokyo Events This Week: Bargain Markets and a Fire-Walking Festival

Tokyo events for Monday, March 4 to Sunday, March 10, 2024.

New Video! Suica Card in 2024: How and Where to Buy

We cover where and how to purchase Suica cards, digital Suica, Welcome Suica, and Pasmo Passport.

Eating With the Seasons: 10 Japanese Spring Foods to Try

These treats will take you on a culinary adventure all season long.

March 2024: 5 Events Not To Miss in Tokyo

Welcome spring with cherry blossom festivals, fire-walking rituals, St. Patrick's Day & more!

Tokyo Events This Week: Hinamatsuri Dolls, Tokyo Marathon, and Sweet Potatoes

Tokyo events for Monday, February 26 to Sunday, March 3, 2024.

New Video! Tokyo Sumo Guide: When and Where to Experience Sumo Wrestling

If there’s one thing people know about Japan, it’s sumo wrestling.

The Best Tokyo Events, by Month

Find out what's happening in Tokyo throughout the year — and when to go.

Tokyo Events This Week: Samurai, Spring Festival, and Cat Day

Tokyo events for Monday, February 19 to Sunday, February 25, 2024.

When to See Cherry Blossoms in Japan

Maximize your chance of seeing cherry blossoms in Japan with this video.

Tokyo Events This Week: Valentine’s Day and Flower Blossoms

Tokyo events for Monday, February 12 to Sunday, February 18, 2024.

New teamLab Borderless: Everything You Need To Know

One for the bucket list.

7 Romantic Tokyo Valentine’s Day Ideas

Chocolate ramen, boat cruises and more.

6 Best Late-night Dessert Spots in Tokyo

Parfaits, kakigōri and other sweet treats — all done with a touch of class.