The Ultimate Guide To Tokyo
It's never too early to plan for spring.
Tokyo is often described as busy, crowded and futuristic, but there are also traditional shrines and gardens where you can swap the hustle and bustle of the city for peace and quiet.
8 perfect picks, from parks to shopping streets.
Light-ups have been extended, since the blossoms were so late this year.
Choose from parks, traditional gardens, mountains and more.
Must-see cherry blossom, moss phlox, and wisteria locations — all easily accessible from Tokyo.
Where to go for street food, music — and lots of sakura.
Welcome spring with cherry blossom festivals, fire-walking rituals, St. Patrick's Day & more!
Find out where and when to see the gorgeous "winter cherry blossoms" — blooming now!
The cheapest, fastest & easiest transport options.
One of Tokyo’s most magical spots in spring.
Discover a wealth of gardens and galleries, with guided tours and castle ruins.
What of hanami picnics if cherry blossom festivals are canceled (again)?
Hanami hikes are the best kinda hikes.
With over 100 wild species of ornamental cherry trees and up to 600 cultivars in Japan, there's a lot more variety in appearance and flowering periods than you might think.
Izu Peninsula is a nature lover's dream destination.
Exclusive rooftop cherry blossom viewing, anyone?
Tucked away in little-known corners and against Tokyo Tower views.
See hydrangeas in spring, hills of baby blue eyes in summer, chrysanthemums in autumn and bright-red camellias in winter.
With hot springs and beaches, Atami is a great year-round day-trip destination from Tokyo.
Don't wait to travel—start exploring now!
Lots of events and things to do in Tokyo during the era of COVID-19 cancellations and closures.
Tokyo events for Monday, February 3 to Sunday, February 9, 2020