Best around Tokyo and Surroundings Spot List

Relax in a traditional Japanese-style guest room and indulge in water from three different hot springs

A lighthouse with an observation platform that is affectionately considered a symbol of Shonan. Its distinctive features are a majestic view of the ocean and illumination that changes color with the seasons.

A shrine where the god for safe sea travel is enshrined has been respected by people. Many important cultural properties of the ward are preserved in the shrine ground.

Tokyo Joypolis, one of Japan's largest indoor theme parks in Odaiba, is a favorite among LIVE JAPAN readers. With 20+ attractions like thrilling coasters and cutting-edge VR, it offers diverse entertainment. Enjoy regardless of bad weather, thanks to indoor setting. Smooth entry by pre-booking tickets is recommended. Tokyo Joypolis blends entertainment, technology, and interactive experiences. Themed areas draw inspiration from anime and classic SEGA games. Whether a gaming enthusiast or seeking fun, it guarantees an unforgettable experience in the heart of Tokyo.

A shinto shrine enshrining Mount Fuji, the symbol of Japan, worshiped by a large number of people.

About 400 shops handling food products, such as fresh seafood and produce, are gathered in this market. It is a very popular spot for visitors from in and out of the country.

Yokotekan is a hotel located near the famous Ikaho Stone Steps. Enjoy the façade full of gentle lights and refresh your body and spirit in  a reddish-brown “golden” hot spring bath.

Ryogoku Kokugikan or the Ryogoku Sumo Arena offers three grand sumo wrestling tournaments every year. This arena draws your attention with its traditional-style seats and atmosphere while you are enjoying games of the national sport of Japan (sumo).

Hanazono-jinja Shrine in Shinjuku, loved by many as an urban oasis.

“Iira manju,” traditional steamed buns with four types of fillings

This memorial museum used to be the art studio and residence of Taro Okamoto, who was a representative artist of Japan. His passion and energy still fill the museum.

Cooking lessons for kids and buffet-style meals

It is an art museum in Marunouchi that holds Japanese contemporary art oriented exhibitions.

Live performances of Atami’s traditional music and dances

A building that is in itself a work of art. An art center where you can enjoy a variety of art exhibitions.

Traditional Japanese bathhouses(SENTO).

Amuse Museum is an art complex where a museum of the textile culture and ukiyoe (paintings of everyday life in the Edo period 1603 – 1868), a select shop of Japanese-style products, and an event hall are combined.

A museum introducing Edo hanabi (fireworks) and brimming with the atmosphere of the era.

The Naritasan Shinshoji Temple has attracted many worshipers for more than 1,000 years. There are many assets designated as an Important Cultural Properties on its vast temple grounds.

Traditional Japanese bathhouses(SENTO).