Tokyo and Surroundings

Tokyo Day Trips with Morita-san: East Meets West at Miura Peninsula's Fascinating Hayama City

Kanagawa Suburbs Beaches

Our journey this time takes us on a relaxing day trip to Miura Peninsula’s Hayama City, the historic home of some of the first ambassadors from the West to Japan over 100 years ago, and many of their residences still remain. Feel the gentle sea breeze and discover the history of Japan’s relations with the West under Morita-san’s in-depth guidance! This time, he is accompanied by Timothy from New York State, a member of LIVE JAPAN’s editorial staff.

Enjoy Tasty Sushi for Under 1,000 Yen at These 3 Sushi Shops!

Shinjuku
Better Safe than Sorry: What to Do When an Earthquake Hits While You’re in Japan
Delectable for Over 100 Years! Bite into History with These Long Time Tokyo Restaurants

Tokyo Station Sukiyaki
Sushi Confessions: What 5 Japanese Living Abroad Really Think About Sushi Outside Japan

Sushi
Fuji-Q Highland: Explore Japan’s Most Exciting Amusement Park at Japan’s Highest Mountain, Now Free to Enter!

Tokyo's Surrounding Areas Theme Parks
Top 10 Stationery Goods from the Japan’s Best Lifestyle Brand MUJI

Shibuya

Hello Kitty Fan? Enjoy a Fun Christmas at Sanrio Puroland!

Tokyo's Surrounding Areas Theme Parks

If you or any of your family members are a Hello Kitty fan, you won't want to miss Sanrio Puroland's annual "Puro Christmas" event from November 9-December 25! This year's theme, "White Christmas," will see many fun and unique events, including the heartwarming musical, "The Puro Christmas"! It'll be a delight. Plus, this year Puroland will be partnering with one of Japan's celebrated creative studios, Naked, to produce a magical immersive experience "Magical Snow" - in which the world around you is set into a glittering snowscape! Follow along as we introduce some of the other events!

Sofmap Akiba: The Top 10 Most Popular Products at Sofmap’s PC Store

Akihabara Other Shopping
Fall Leaves & More! Best Places to See Autumn Foliage in and around Tokyo (2018)

Harajuku Autumn
Japan Fashion Trend Check: Bags by #Anello are Tokyo’s Latest Must-Have Accessory!

Shibuya Clothing Stores
5 Bubble Tea Shops in Tokyo: An Explosion of Flavors to Please the Palate

Harajuku Other Cafes and Sweets
7 Brand-New and Renewed Spots in Tokyo - Spring 2018 Edition!

Shibuya Department Stores
Tokyo Events Calendar for October, November & December 2018

Tokyo Station Autumn

Samurai Museum: Get to Know the Spirit of Japan’s Warriors

Shinjuku Other Museums

Samurai are one of the most well-known icons of Japanese culture. Recognizable by their distinctive helmets and deadly katana weapons, these warriors were characterized by their extreme dedication to the belief of honor above life. Tokyo’s Samurai Museum provides deeper insight into this unique facet of Japanese culture to further understand what it truly meant to be a samurai in old Japan. Samurai Museum offers visitors the chance to see real samurai armor and weapons up close, as well as in-depth educational tours in English, workshops, and exciting sword battle performances that showcase samurai actors in action! If you are interested in taking a samurai selfie, you even have the chance to wear some replica armor!

[MOVIE] Navigating Virtual Airspace with Skyart JAPAN

Shinagawa Adventure Activities
Say Hello to Kitty and Friends at Tokyo’s Cutest Train Station!

Tokyo's Surrounding Areas Pop Culture
[MOVIE] Tokyo Joypolis: Odaiba’s Indoor Amusement Park of Thrills and Fun

Odaiba Theme Parks
Nogi Shrine – Discovering Modern-Day Shinto and the Real Last Samurai

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

Odaiba Adventure Activities
[MOVIE] Achieve Your Cosplay Dreams at Cosplay Studio Crown!

Akihabara Culture Experience

Where to Stay in Odaiba: 5 Popular Hotels for Both Business and Leisure, Solo Travelers and Families!

Odaiba Hotels

Odaiba is Tokyo’s man-made island that boasts a variety of different sightseeing and entertainment spots. Of course, it’s also dotted with hotels, from luxury resort to reasonably priced places. And just like Odaiba offers many sights and a 30-minute access to the city center for solo travelers, couples, families, and people on a business trip having only a couple of hours to sightsee, the hotel variety also answers to every traveler’s needs. Let’s take a look at five particularly popular hotels in the Odaiba area to discover excellent service, heartfelt hospitability, and more!

Japanese Coins - Making the Most of Your Trip Without Wasting Any Yen

Tokyo Station
Hugely Popular with Foreign Tourists in Tokyo! Check Out These 9 Popular Japanese Souvenirs for Summer 2018

Tokyo Station Other Shopping
Cute & Convenient: The 6 Must-Buy Suitcases at Shibuya Loft!

Shibuya Other Shopping
Tips & Advice for Planning a Trip to Tokyo in Autumn

Tokyo Station Autumn
Your Japan Adventure Continues At The Airport: The Ultimate Guide to Shopping and Dining at Haneda Airport!

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

Other Japanese Food

Japan Beyond the Guidebook: 6 Expats Share Their Top Autumn Food Choices!

Tokyo Station Autumn

As the momiji and ginkgo trees’ leaves begin to change color, Japan’s seasonal food scene seems to bloom. Although Japanese cuisine famously transforms with each season, Autumn may be the star of them all. Intricately weaving in the rich hues of orange, yellow, and red into each dish, Autumnal Japanese dishes both subtly and loudly represent the changes in the season. Take these expats’ advice in trying out Autumn’s favorite dishes that both warm our bodies and fill our tummies!

Layover in Tokyo? Check out these useful services at Narita Airport (NRT)!

Narita Airport
Visiting Tokyo: The Ultimate Asakusa and Odaiba 1-Day Itinerary

Odaiba Other Townscapes
Amazing Rice Paddy Art! Behind the scenes of a unique modern Japanese tradition

Tokyo's Surrounding Areas Other Nature
Fall in Japan is the Best! 10 Reasons We Love Autumn in Tokyo

Harajuku Autumn
Tokyo Traveling Essentials: Complete Guide to Handling Luggage in Japan!

Tokyo's Surrounding Areas Other Sightseeing
Cashless Payment in Japan: Is It Widely Available?

Prices in Japan: All You Need to Know About Renting a Short-Term Apartment!

Japan has a reputation for being notoriously expensive. When you’re looking for a short-term rental while on vacation or an extended business trip, you’ll want to know how to maximize your budget. Especially rent is often named as being somewhat unaffordable, eating up a large deal of one’s monthly paycheck. If you’ve still set your eyes on living renting in Tokyo, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about finding an apartment, as well as tips, tricks, and helpful knowledge all about rent in Japan!