Tokyo and Surroundings

Strolling through Japanese Culture: 10 Must-Visit Shrines in Tokyo This Year

Asakusa Shrines

Kyoto isn't the only place where visitors to Japan can experience traditional shrines and temples. We will introduce ten shrines that you won't want to miss during your visit to Tokyo. So take a journey and get ready to experience the traditional atmosphere and spiritual side of Japan's most major metropolis.

This Spring, Sample Some of Japan's Finest Sake! Craft Sake Week at Roppongi Hills 2019

Roppongi All You Can Eat
Enjoy Tasty Sushi for Under 1,000 Yen at These 3 Sushi Shops!

Shinjuku
Honeymooning in Tokyo: The When and Where for Your Perfect Romantic Getaway

Asakusa Hotels
Scenic, Fun, Historical: 4 Incredibly Satisfying Day Trips From Tokyo!

Saitama Suburbs Old Towns (Shitamachi)
Atami Sakura - Check Out Japan's Early Blooming Cherry Blossoms Near Tokyo!

Atami Winter
Don’t Leave Japan Without Buying These 10 Items At Daiso Harajuku

Harajuku 100 Yen Shops

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

Tokyo Station Spring

In Japan the segue from one season to another often brings about notable and drastic changes. As the frigid winter comes to a close it paves the way for spring ushering in one of the finest times of year to step foot on Japanese shores. With spring comes a beautifully temperate climate, the natural wonder that is the Japanese cherry blossom and a welcome return to the festival and hiking seasons. Plus, there's simply no better time to indulge in some juicy Japanese strawberries! To sum up, we love spring in Japan and here are 15 reasons why.

Shopping at Omotesando Harajuku: Crossroads between Culture and Fashion!

Shibuya Other Sightseeing
Visiting Tokyo Disney Resort 2019: Easter at Tokyo Disney Resort (April 4 - June 2)

Chiba Suburbs Theme Parks
Accommodations for Every Budget! Hotels Close to Japan’s Narita Airport

Narita Hotels
9 Cute and Cuddly Animal Cafes in Tokyo

Asakusa Other Cafes and Sweets
Tokyo’s 4 Must-Try Ramen Restaurants of 2019

Shinjuku Ramen
Kawaii Japan in Winter: Check Out These Adorable Bathing Animals!

Kanagawa Suburbs Zoos, Aquariums & Botanical Gardens

[MOVIE] A Japanese Drum Experience at TAIKO-LAB

Shibuya Other Sightseeing

Have you always wanted to learn a traditional Japanese instrument? How about one that makes you exercise in the process? If the deep sound and rhythms of the traditional Japanese taiko drums have always spoken to you, why not try your hand at taiko drumming with a dynamic class? As I learned at TAIKO-LAB in Aoyama, taiko is more than just making sound; it’s about feeling the rhythm through your entire being!

[MOVIE]Become a True Gundam Pilot - Step into the P.O.D. at a Japanese Arcade!

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

Odaiba Adventure Activities
Kurayami Gohan – Experiencing the Dinner in the Dark

Asakusa Culture Experience
Learn the Art of Flower Arrangement at Ohara School of Ikebana

Harajuku Other Traditional Arts
Checking Out Tokyo's Samurai Museum: Get to Know the Spirit of Japan’s Ancient Warriors

Shinjuku Other Museums
[MOVIE] DRUM TAO’S MANGEKYO – a Kaleidoscope of Taiko Drums

Shinagawa Shows

Sweet Delights: Tokyo’s Top 5 All-You-Can-Eat Dessert Buffets

Shinjuku Other Cafes and Sweets

Japan has the curious tradition of eating cake on Christmas Eve or Day, so the image of a “Japanese Christmas” is strongly tied to delicious sweets. If you’re spending the holiday season in Tokyo, why not try this curious custom for yourself? Instead of lining up at one of the many famous bakeries and pastry shops, spend a leisurely Christmas Cake all-you-can-eat buffet! We’ve found Tokyo’s five best restaurants that’ll tickle your taste buds with wintery sweet creations ‘til you drop!

Tokyo's Best Budget Deals, Discounts & Coupons! (March 2019)

Tokyo's Surrounding Areas Other Shopping
Tips & Advice for Planning a Trip to Tokyo in Autumn

Tokyo Station Autumn
Japanese 101: 15 Key Phrases to Know Before Going to Restaurants or Cafes in Japan

Japanese cuisine
5 Major Outlet Malls In and Around Tokyo

Chiba Suburbs Outlet Malls
Welcome to Tokyo's Trendy Street! Top 6 Recommendations in Shimokitazawa for 2019

Shimokitazawa Other Townscapes
Tokyo’s Secret Coin Locker Spots: Big Enough for Suitcases!

Shinjuku Other Sightseeing

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

Tsukiji Old Towns (Shitamachi)

When people think of Tokyo, they tend to imagine a busy and lively metropolis. Towering skyscrapers, stylish glass-and-steel buildings standing side by side – that’s Tokyo’s townscape, right? Well, yes. However, the city seems to have as many facets as it has people calling it their home. Amidst this urban jungle, you’ll also find little pockets of history, faithfully evoking the spirits of days long gone. Those areas are called “shitamachi” and describe neighborhoods that have been the downtown of Old Edo but did not keep up with the rapid modernization of the rest of the city. Time seems to be much slower there, offering you a one-of-a-kind taste of an entirely different Tokyo. Both locals and tourists alike are drawn to this nostalgic, almost enigmatic charm of shitamachi areas – but what is there to see, exactly? And why do they make you want to come back over and over again?

“Okini!” 51 Ways to Say Thank You in Japan
Make Your Tokyo Trip Truly Memorable! 10 Must-Do Things in Asakusa and Ueno

Asakusa Multicultural Towns
Is Japanese a Vague Language? Unraveling the Truth

Tokyo's Surrounding Areas
Tokyo Conveyor Belt Sushi: What Japanese Sushi Toppings Do Internationals Like and Hate the Most?

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

Tokyo Station
Culture Shocks from Three British People Living in Japan!

Tokyo Station Other Sightseeing

Tokyo's Top 25 Neighborhoods on Instagram!

Tokyo Station Downtown

Choosing what areas to go visit in a metropolis as large as Tokyo often seems like a daunting experience. Everyone has a different preference, some good memories connected to one place or another. We are about to introduce you to the most popular hot spots in Tokyo according to, well, everyone who's ever posted a picture of Tokyo online. With Japan expecting over 40 million visitors in 2020, and with tourism to the country increasing on a yearly basis, tourists and locals alike take to Instagram to post pictures of the places they like best. So, let’s take the guesswork out of the equation. Let’s see which areas are the ones most people like and let’s dive into the Top 25 hotspots in Tokyo on Instagram!