The Ultimate Guide To Tokyo
Matsuchiyama Shoden Honryuin is part of the Sensoji group of temples. A famous scenic spot in Edo (old Tokyo), often depicted by many ukiyo-e …
Located northwest of Ueno Park, Nezu Jinja is one of the oldest shrines in Japan. In late April/early May, the shrine gardens are host to Tokyo's …
An historic sake brewery that has been producing nihonshu here since at least 1702. It is one of the oldest breweries in all of Tokyo. What to …
Yanaka Ginza, a shotengai or shopping street between Sendagi and Nippori is taste of old Tokyo. Dilapidation is key in this neighborhood, where …
A flood protection overflow tank for the nearby Edo River on an absolutely massive scale.
The famous Kabuki-za Theater can be found in Tokyo's lavish Ginza neighborhood. The art of Kabuki is a 400-year-old Japanese dance-drama, and …
POLA is the Avon of Japan. They're known for their cosmetics and toiletries sold by sales people who are often housewives. The company also …
A park on the western side of Ikebukuro Station with mature cherry trees, grassy areas and childrens play equipment. Not to be confused with the …
Shisui Premium Outlets is a good place for a shopaholic to pass the time during a long layover. Access: Direct bus from Narita Airport or 15- to …
Gajoen is a luxury hotel adjacent to the Meguro River just down the hill from Meguro Station. The hotel is a popular wedding venue and they often …
Gokokuji, east of Ikebukuro Station, is a beautiful wooden Buddhist temple founded in 1681 by the fifth shogun Tokugawa Tsunayoshi in honor of …
Nogi Shrine (乃木神社 Nogi-jinja) is a shrine dedicated to and built on the property of the Meiji era army general and educator Nogi Maresuke. …
A supermarket in the basement of the Akasaka Sacas complex that is open from 7 in the morning until 10 at night. It has lots of bento and …
Yoshiike is a supermarket in Akasaka that is known for a wide array of fresh seafood. The prices are comparable with Niku no Hanamasa just around …
A wholesale supermarket (mainly aimed at the local restaurant trade) that features big sizes and (mostly) lower prices.
Yamaya Akasaka branch has a huge selection of beer, wine and spirits for quite reasonable prices. Yamaya is also one of the very best value …
Seven floors of electronics and other knick knacks located right above Akasaka-Mitsuke Station. BIC camera is an ideal place to pick up SIM …
Miraikan is a family-friendly museum in Odaiba.
