Fireflies mark the unofficial start to summertime in Tokyo—here's where you can see this natural phenomenon.
Fireworks, traditional festivals and good food.
The Institute for Nature Study is a lush forest oasis smack dab in the middle of Tokyo. Enjoy 20 hectares of ponds, gardens and winding paths.
Too broke to make it to Kyoto? Here are 5 lovely spots reminiscent of the ancient capital in Tokyo — bamboo forest, temples, canals, torii gates and all!
See hundreds of blossoming plum trees during Mito City's famous annual plum festival.
One of our favorite plum-viewing spots in Tokyo. Close to 400 plum trees among other flowers makes it a perfect location for a spring stroll.
