Tokyo and Surroundings

The Best Variety Stores of Harajuku and Omotesando: Fancy Up Your Life!
Tokyo Ikebukuro｜Ikebukuro Station Area Map & Sightseeing Information
[MOVIE] Tokyo Shibuya｜Shibuya Station Area Map & Sightseeing Information
Shinjuku Mylord’s New Food Court: Checking Out Amazing, Insta-Worthy Dishes with a Korean Taste Tester and Trend Checker!

Tokyo's Mouthwatering, Budget-Priced Seafood! Experiencing the Tuna Cutting Show in Tokyo's Tsukiji Area (Video)

Tsukiji Shows

While Tokyo's world-famous fish market relocated from Tsukiji to Toyosu, there are still many shops in the area that are packed full of the kind of "food entertainment" you hunger for while in Tokyo! Case in point: the tuna cutting show is an event performed right in front of your eyes. An entire gigantic tuna is cut into parts like otoro, known in English as fatty tuna, and chu-toro, semi-fatty tuna which is the delicious part that ends up as sushi on your plate. The fish used in the cutting show is freshly delivered, freshly cut, and freshly prepared. The fish isn't frozen once from the time it is caught until the moment it is ready to be eaten as sushi or sashimi. Savoring raw tuna at its freshest is a delight, especially after having witnessed how the massive fish is cut and prepared. A gourmet event such as this one is rare to come by, even for Japanese standards. So let’s take a closer look at some of the coolest spots you'll want to add to your Tokyo bucket list!

July 2019 Weather: 7-day Forecast for Tokyo and Japan (And What to Wear for the Season!)

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

Mt. Fuji Landscapes
Snacks to Enjoy While Strolling Naritasan-Omotesando: Our 5 Gourmet Picks

Narita Other Cafes and Sweets
Nihonshu Bar Fuksuke – No Matter where you are from, this Japanese Sake Connoisseur has the Right Drink for You!

Ueno Other Japanese Food
Onsen in Tokyo: Enjoying a Traditional Hot Spring Day at 'Odaiba Oedo Onsen Monogatari'!

Odaiba Hot Springs (Onsen) & Bath Houses (Sento)
Kiyosumi-Shirakawa – Tokyo’s Coffee Capital! Explore 6 Must-see Shops Where Nostalgia Meets Modernity

Ryogoku / TOKYO SKYTREE(R) Old Towns (Shitamachi)

Only in Japan?! Get a Delicious Hot Sandwich While You Get Your Laundry Done!

Ningyocho / Monzen-Nakacho / Kasai Other Cafes and Sweets

Coin laundries are becoming fashionable in Japan! World Neighbors Café Kiyosumi-Shirakawa which opened in April 2017 is an example of this. It combines a coin laundry with a café and is so photogenic that it’s the perfect place to visit when you have a free day, take some photos, and post them on your social media!

Get the Party Started! Japan's 10 Must-Try Chuhai Drinks - Incredible Cheap Parties In Every Can

Tokyo's Surrounding Areas Grocery Stores
Tokyo Foodie Guide: 5 Must-Try Street Foods at Ueno Ameyoko!

Ueno
8 Japanese Customs You Should Know Before Your Japan Trip!
Shimokitazawa Guide: A Fashion Walk Around Tokyo’s Artsy Neighborhood!

Shimokitazawa Old Towns (Shitamachi)
Japan’s Top 30 Best-Selling Beauty Products (And Where to Find Them!)

Tokyo Station
Tokyo Travel: Enjoying Date Night at Sumida Aquarium’s “Night Aquarium”

Ryogoku / TOKYO SKYTREE(R) Zoos, Aquariums & Botanical Gardens

[MOVIE] Navigating Virtual Airspace with Skyart JAPAN

Shinagawa Adventure Activities

Have you always wanted to fly through the skies while controlling a jet? You now have the chance to make your dream a reality! Skyart JAPAN offers hyper-realistic flight simulation for everyone from beginners to professional pilots. Take a closer look at SkyArt’s state of the art headquarters located in Shinagawa, Tokyo and see how I fared in the cockpit for my very own private lesson!

[MOVIE]Shodo Calligraphy: What would you write for luck in the New Year?

Odaiba Traditional Paintings
Purikura: Change Yourself Up with Photo Booth Fun!

Arcades
Say Hello to Kitty and Friends at Tokyo’s Cutest Train Station!

Tokyo's Surrounding Areas Pop Culture
[MOVIE] Sightseeing Taxi: Tour Tokyo the Easy Way!

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

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

Akihabara Other Health and Beauty

Tokyo's Best Budget Deals: Tokyo Discounts & Coupons! (July 2019)

Tokyo's Surrounding Areas Other Shopping

Save money when you're visiting Japan - and get exclusive tips to some of the most interesting deals and experiences in Japan! Each week we showcase some of the incredible deals available at a variety of restaurants, shops, activities and experiences around Tokyo. This week we are excited to introduce exciting deals on meals, shops and rentals, sightseeing experiences and more—available only from Live Japan!! Don't miss out—be sure to check this page each week for updates!

Hot Springs, Mount Fuji Views & More: 14 Reasons Why You Should Visit Hakone!

Hakone / Odawara Rivers, Lakes & Canyons
Best 5 Tokyo Sports Bars to Watch the 2019 Rugby World Cup | Shinjuku Edition

Shinjuku Food Entertainment
Shibuya Sushi: From Casual to Classy! 5 Recommended Tourist-Friendly Sushi Shops

Shibuya Sushi
Careful! Things You 'Can' and 'Can’t' Bring Into Japan
Not Just Maid Cafes! Top 5 Akihabara Concept Cafes From Pop Idols to Ninjas

Akihabara Food Entertainment
Cute & Convenient: The 6 Must-Buy Suitcases at Shibuya Loft!

Shibuya Other Shopping

Where to Watch the Game: 4 Best Sports Bars in Shibuya Tokyo!

Shibuya Food Entertainment

Rugby's popularity is picking up in Japan because of the national team's recent feats. If you, too, would like to see what the hype is all about, one of the best ways to enjoy a rugby match is to watch it live at the stadium itself, but there's also the option of cheering on your favorite teams at a sports bar with a beer in hand! Here are our top picks for sports bars in Shibuya that will allow you to do just that. We've taken care to include something for everyone, from casual bars that welcome solo customers to bars with private rooms that can be reserved beforehand, so that you can find a suitable place that caters to your preferences!

Asakusa Dining Guide: 3 must-try soba shops in Asakusa!

Asakusa Udon & Soba
Visiting Enoshima: The Must-See Spots on Japan’s Famous Day-Trip Island!

Kamakura Forests & Mountains
Akihabara Anime Characters, Figures & More: 3 Subculture Merch Shops in Akiba!

Akihabara Other Shopping
No Sushi For You? 15+ Alternatives In Japan For People Who Aren't Fans Of Japanese Food!

Tokyo Station Other Restaurants
Kamakura Day Trip Ideas: Trainspotting and traveling along the quaint Enoden Railway!

Kamakura Other Townscapes
10 Reasons Why We Love Shitamachi, Tokyo’s Historic Downtown Areas!

Tsukiji Old Towns (Shitamachi)

Ultimate Hakone Sightseeing Guide: Map & All the Areas You'll Love Visiting

Hakone / Odawara Rivers, Lakes & Canyons

You've probably heard of Japan's “Golden Route” - the standard route to take when traveling in Japan. Over the years it has become quite common with foreign travelers. We will cover Hakone, one of the spots located along the Golden Route, and its main sightseeing areas of Gora, Lake Ashi, Hakone Yumoto and Yugawara. First let’s take a look at the map and see where each area is located.