The Ultimate Guide To Tokyo
Just south of Tokyo is Kamakura, a very popular day trip destination — and it's easy to see why! Chock full with shrines, temples, beautiful mountains, beaches, and a bustling town of culture.
Sumo season is here! Find out how to see a tournament without slamming too many yen.
Discover a wealth of gardens and galleries, with guided tours and castle ruins.
Reach nirvana, visit the famous resting place of Hachiko's owner, and even hang out will spacefish, among other wallet-free activities.
Tokyo's had its fair share of dark times. [Content warning: Article covers themes of violence, torture, and death.]
Here's why Tsukiji should still be on your itinerary.
Introducing the 3 best (lengthy) walking routes that urban Tokyo has to offer. There's much to see along the way and even a secret or two to uncover.
How Christmas developed into a secular "holiday" for couples and why KFC chicken became the holiday meal of choice.
One for the history buffs—and everyone else too.
Experience Japanese history and nature just 90 minutes from central Tokyo.
Add these folk festivals to your diary for some traditional fun.
When you hear the word ‘museum’, it’s not not unusual to think of dusty displays and long-winded descriptions, but Tokyo does things differently.
These traditional Japanese inns are right in the heart of some of Tokyo’s most historic neighborhoods, making them a perfect base of operations for your stay.
Take a stroll through this neighborhood for that "million-miles-away" feeling.
Oedo Onsen Monogatari provides the ultimate bathing experience in Tokyo with an Edo-era twist. (Money-saving tips included)
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.
Part 2 of our quick, easy-to-digest guide to the history of Tokyo, to make your explorations that much more awesome.