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7 Stylish Neighborhoods That Will Make You Fall In Love With Tokyo All Over Again

Tokyo provides fascinating experiences for dining, shopping, entertainment and classic sightseeing spots such as Ueno, Asakusa, Shinjuku, and Shibuya will always be popular, but he...

Kamakura: A Coastal Retreat Within Reach of Tokyo

Kamakura is a historic coastal town roughly 50-60 minutes from Tokyo Station on the direct JR Yokosuka Line. Long favoured as a retreat by Tokyo’s business and creative class, it p...

Day Trip to Sarushima: Exploring Ruins and Discovering New Sensations Near Tokyo

Sarushima is the only uninhabited island in Tokyo Bay. The beautiful natural island is perhaps best known for this sight: A long wooden pathway wedged between brick walls that are...

4 Gorgeous Sunflower Fields Near Tokyo: Scenic Views in Tokyo, Kanagawa, and Chiba (2026 Edition)

Bright yellow sunflower fields are a source of joy during the hot Japanese summer! Here we will share five spots in the Kanto region to see this beautiful and iconic summer flower....

Cosmos, Azaleas & More: Top 6 Spots for Autumn Flowers in Tokyo

Among the high-rise buildings of metropolitan Tokyo, parks and gardens offer quiet places of relaxation, their colors changing with each season. During September, cosmos and amaryl...

Tokyo in 4 Days: A No-Backtracking Classic Itinerary Covering Asakusa, Shibuya, and Tokyo Skytree

Planning a first trip to Tokyo and not sure where to start? This 4-day, 3-night itinerary is designed for first-time visitors, combining must-see areas like Asakusa, Shibuya, and T...

Akasaka, Tokyo – Why Is Living in Akasaka So Popular Among Foreign Residents?

Akasaka appeals to foreign residents because it puts embassies, government offices and English-speaking healthcare within walking distance of quiet residential streets. Minato-ku h...

Exploring Old Tokyo's Neighborhoods: 11 Things To Do in Yanesen (Yanaka, Nezu, and Sendagi)!

In the northeastern region of Tokyo lies the quiet sanctuary of Yanesen, where visitors can glimpse into a Japan of yesteryear. Yanesen comprises the areas of Yanaka, Nezu and Send...

東京駅から直線距離でわずか3キロ JR京葉線に「秘境駅」がある

ざっくり言うと YouTubeで交通系検証チャンネルが都内の秘境駅を徹底調査した 東京駅から3キロの越中島駅は23区内JR最少の約9600人利用にとどまる 奥多摩の白丸...

Why Japan’s scenic Tohoku region is still a tourist outlier

Japan’s tourism boom has packed the streets of Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka with foreign visitors, but one of the country’s most scenic regions is still struggling to draw them north. To...

東京23区で「徒歩10分以内」に駅がない地域はどこ？　駅空白地帯マップが話題

東京23区周辺で「徒歩10分内に駅がない地域」を示した地図が、Xで注目を集めている。統計データの地図表示サービス「47maps」が公式Xアカウントで公開した。

(2026 Update) Day Trips Near Tokyo: Enoshima & Kamakura Bus Tours Compared

Enoshima and Kamakura are must-dos on any Tokyo trip, and here's how to enjoy them the easy way, no confusing train transfers required! If you'd rather skip the packed Enoden ride,...

5 Stylish Cafes in Hayama and the Miura Peninsula Worth the Day Trip from Tokyo

Just about 90 minutes from Tokyo by train, the Miura Peninsula offers an easy seaside escape surrounded by mountains and ocean. Nearby Hayama is known for its relaxed residential a...

Where You Should Stay in Ueno: Best Areas & 16 Hotels for First-Time Visitors

Ueno is a historic and vibrant neighborhood of Tokyo that sits just to the north of the center of the city. Perhaps most famous for the sprawling Ueno Park, Ueno is crammed with cu...

Dining in Ikebukuro (Tokyo): Best Restaurants for Yakiniku, All-You-Can-Eat Sushi, Animal Cafes & More

Conveniently located on the JR Yamanote Line and connected to several subway routes, Ikebukuro is a vibrant Tokyo district known for its shopping malls and diverse stores. But beyo...

Sweets, Snacks & More: Top 7 Popular Spots Around Tokyo’s Historical Asakusa Area!

Asakusa is one of the most popular spots for first-time visitors to Tokyo. It is famous not only for Kaminarimon Gate and Sensoji Temple, but also for unique old shops that sell st...

TOKYO: WHERE TO STAY AS A FAMILY (AREA BY AREA)

I have written in great detail about different areas to stay in Tokyo with kids and also a list of my favourite exact hotels for families.  But I also realise that some families ju...

SHIN-URAYASU WITH KIDS

I have a whole detailed post on the Tokyo Disney Area with kids (this is mostly covering the immediate area outside of Tokyo Disneyland) but just a few minutes on the train from th...

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Japan's New GREEN LIFESTYLE TRAIN Connects Tokyo, Yokohama, and a Greener Future

Japan’s appeal extends far beyond historic temples and shrines, incredible food, and cutting-edge pop culture. Its world-renowned railway network can be a sightseeing experience in...

I've traveled beyond Japan's popular Tokyo-Kyoto-Osaka route. There are 4 cool day trips I'd actually recommend.

I live in Japan and have traveled beyond the popular tourist destinations like Tokyo and Osaka. Some of my favorite day trips are Saitama and Nara.

Heavy rains lash Tokyo and surrounding prefectures

The Japan Meteorological Agency is urging people to be on high alert for landslides, rising river levels and floods in some low-lying areas.

August Events in Kanto: Fun Festivals, Food, and Things to Do

August in Tokyo can be summed up with three Fs: Fun, Fireworks and Festivals, as people across Japan’s capital get stuck in for a sweltering summer vacation. Take the kids to a the...

Experience Tokyo Koenji Awa-Odori 2026: One of Tokyo's Most Joyful Festivals

The Koenji Awa-Odori, Festival, held every year on the last weekend of August in Koenji (few minutes from Shinjuku station), is one of the liveliest events you can have the chance...