Tokyo and Surroundings

When to See Mt. Fuji? The Best Time and Season When Japan’s Iconic Mountain is Visible!

Mt. Fuji Landscapes

Mount Fuji is the symbol of Japan and pretty much everyone who comes to Japan wants to see it first-hand. However, the mountain isn’t always visible from Tokyo and even if you stay for a week, weather and season might have it hide behind clouds the entire time. So, when are the best chances of seeing Mount Fuji? Which season is the best, when is the best time of day? How is the weather connected to how Mount Fuji looks? We’ll tell you when to best see Mount Fuji in all its glory from various angles!

12 Hours at Tokyo DisneySea ®! Plan your perfect day and explore the park in style

Chiba Suburbs Theme Parks Sponsor Content
Scenic, Fun, Historical: 4 Incredibly Satisfying Day Trips From Tokyo!

Saitama Suburbs Old Towns (Shitamachi)
This Spring, Sample Some of Japan's Finest Sake! Craft Sake Week at Roppongi Hills 2019

Roppongi All You Can Eat
We visited Japan's new outrageous POOP MUSEUM - Here's why you'll love it too! (Video)

Yokohama Other Museums
Haneda? Narita? You’ve Gone to the Wrong Airport?! Here is What to Do!

Haneda
Ultimate Japan Spring Travel Guide: 10 Tips for travelling to Japan in Spring!

Tokyo Station Spring
Lost Your Passport in Japan? 8 Things You Need to Know!

What’s Trendy This Year? 8 Must-try Winter Snacks in Japan!

Shinjuku

One of the alluring factors that make travelers return again and again to Japan is the ever-changing seasons and the seasonal goods that are only available for a limited time. If you are visiting Japan during the colder months, you will find many seasonal snacks that you can only buy starting from late autumn and throughout the winter months! Many of the popular Japanese snacks are infused with even more chocolate or cocoa powder during the winter months for richer and more intense flavors. We visited specialty snack shop Okashi-no-Machioka in Shinjuku to find this year’s staff-recommended winter snacks. Their friendly staff Erika picked a variety of winter snacks that are worth buying as souvenirs or for personal consumption. Snack along as we introduce 8 must-buys!

What do Japanese Expats Really Think about Cup Noodle Abroad? Live Japan Asks!

Tokyo Station Other Restaurants
Japanese Beauty Products, Makeup, and More: The Amazing Cosmetics Floors of 6 Department Stores in and Around Tokyo!

Tokyo Station Department Stores
Visiting Tokyo Disney Resort 2019: Easter at Tokyo Disney Resort (April 4 - June 2)

Chiba Suburbs Theme Parks
The Best Time of Year To Visit? 15 Reasons We Love Spring in Japan!

Tokyo Station Spring
Ramen, Gyudon, Curry Rice, and more: Your Guide to Tasty and Cheap Food in Japan

Ramen
Rilakkuma comes to cafe plates in Tokyo and Kyoto! Check out what's now trending in Japan!

Other Cafes and Sweets

[MOVIE] Sightseeing Taxi: Tour Tokyo the Easy Way!

Odaiba Adventure Activities

Tokyo is not always an easy city to visit, especially for first-timers. Even if the transportation system is known to be one of the best in the world, it usually takes some time to get used to it. And for those who already have a car license, driving in a foreign country can be a stressful experience. To make things smoother for travelers, I highly recommend a private car and a driver for a few hours, or a couple of days, and do sightseeing at your own pace.

Kurayami Gohan – Experiencing the Dinner in the Dark

Asakusa Culture Experience
(Video) OFF-KAi!!: An Akihabara Hair Salon for Anime Fans

Akihabara Other Health and Beauty
[MOVIE] Achieve Your Cosplay Dreams at Cosplay Studio Crown!

Akihabara Culture Experience
Say Hello to Kitty and Friends at Tokyo’s Cutest Train Station!

Tokyo's Surrounding Areas Pop Culture
Purikura: Change Yourself Up with Photo Booth Fun!

Arcades
Checking Out Tokyo's Samurai Museum: Get to Know the Spirit of Japan’s Ancient Warriors

Shinjuku Other Museums

Careful! Things You "Can" and "Can't" Take Out of Japan

Almost all countries in the world have a variety of import and export regulations. Naturally Japan is no exception. In order to prevent crime and the inflow and spread of pathogens, inspections are conducted at Customs when entering and leaving the country. Most people are aware that they will be screened at Customs when entering a country, but declarations are also required when leaving a country. There is a Customs procedure counter before passing through the security check and receiving the departure inspection. One needs to be careful not to arbitrarily take items prohibited by law outside of Japan for fear of punishment. Saying "I didn't know" is not an acceptable excuse.

Shinjuku Subnade: The Best-Kept Secret for One-Stop Shopping Just Beneath Busy Shinjuku

Shinjuku Other Shopping
All of This is “Made in Japan?” 15 Super-Convenient Things Invented in Japan!
2k540 Aki-Oka Artisan: Tokyo’s Top Spot for Stylish Handmade Souvenirs!

Akihabara Department Stores
Japanese 101: 15 Key Phrases to Know Before Going to Restaurants or Cafes in Japan

Japanese cuisine
How to Eat Sushi: the Complete Guide to Japan’s Most Famous Food

Sushi
Rice Cracker Realness: The Top 10 Rice Snack Top-Sellers by Kameda Seika, Loved by all of Japan!

Other Japanese Food

Make Your Tokyo Trip Truly Memorable! 10 Must-Do Things in Asakusa and Ueno

Asakusa Multicultural Towns

Asakusa and Ueno are districts where you can enjoy historical spots and bustling feel that characteristic sense of Old Tokyo. Although they're perfect places to wander around and enjoy the ambiance, here are 10 things to consider adding to your Tokyo trip plan!

Even Japanese People Don’t Know That?! 11 Secrets About Mt. Fuji, the Symbol of Japan

Mt. Fuji Forests & Mountains
Straight from the locals’ mouths! The popular neighborhoods in Tokyo, Japan

Harajuku Other Townscapes
Mandarake at Nakano Broadway: Ultimate Stop for Used Manga & Toys!

Shinjuku Other Shopping
Where to Buy Manga in Tokyo? 5 Collectors Share Tips & Favorite Spots

Ikebukuro Other Shopping
Beyond the Guidebook: Expats Share Their Favorite Hanami Spots and Rituals

Tokyo Station Spring
Sightseeing in Kamakura, Japan: Visiting the Ancient Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine

Kamakura Shrines

Tokyo Day Pass: 10 of the Coolest Spots in Tokyo You Don't Yet Know (and How to Get There on a Budget!)

Shinjuku Other Townscapes

Tokyo is such a massive city that guidebooks online and otherwise can usually only begin to scratch the surface of the immense number of places worth visiting! While many visitors buy a JR Rail Pass before coming to Japan, it doesn’t cover Tokyo’s extensive subway system. Fortunately, there are day passes which allow travelers to save money while sightseeing! Especially if you’re someone who loves to explore, find places that tourists don't usually get to, and see a new side of the city, the new “Tokyo Surprise!” 1-Day Pass might be right for you!