This former university town in Tokyo just two train stops away from Shibuya made it into Time Out’s annual ranking
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Roppongi Art Night 2024 to feature 40 artworks and programmes over three days
Tokyo's coolest art festival is taking over the last weekend of September with stunning installations and experiential art
Gakugeidaigaku is one of the world’s coolest neighbourhoods in 2024
This former university town in Tokyo just two train stops away from Shibuya made it into Time Out’s annual ranking
3 big festivals happening in Tokyo this September 27-29 weekend
Spend the weekend at a free night-time art festival, accompanying a mikoshi parade, and watching hour-long fireworks
Bruno Mars releases collaboration merch with Don Quijote Japan
Hurry, the limited-edition goods will only be available at Donki stores in Japan for one month
Kyoto’s Kiyomizu-dera Temple is open till late for a special light-up this autumn
See the iconic hill-top temple in a whole new light after sunset, surrounded by lush red autumn leaves
The Great Wave by Hokusai fetched USD889,500 at a New York auction
This early print impression from the 1830s is part of ukiyo-e master Katsushika Hokusai’s ‘36 Views of Mount Fuji’ series
Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo’s Sea of Clouds installation features a magical full moon
This garden light-up recreates a natural phenomena in the city, complete with a projection of a full moon
Kylie Minogue is bringing her Tension Tour to Tokyo in March 2025
The princess of pop, known for her dance hits including Padam Padam, is coming to Tokyo for the Asian leg of her world tour
Summer in Tokyo
8 best beaches near Tokyo
Enjoy calm tides, balmy sea breeze and good vibes at these gorgeous sandy beaches near Tokyo in Kanagawa, Chiba, Ibaraki and Shizuoka
31 best kakigori in Tokyo for a delicious cool down
Here are Tokyo's best kakigori shaved ice desserts to beat the heat
9 best public swimming pools in Tokyo – from ¥200 per entry
Jump into these cool and cheap local pools in the city – they are open to all swimmers
7 best Japanese sunscreens you can get at the drugstore
It’s time to get your SPF on – protect your skin with these popular sunscreens that you can easily pick up at your local drugstore
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10 things to do in Shizuoka
Enrich your Mt Fuji trip with a detour to Shizuoka city for its thriving food and drink scene and traditional crafts
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Pool with a view? Japan does it better by having infinity hot spring baths with breathtaking views of pristine nature
Travel off the beaten track to these storybook villages, Edo-era towns with geisha (not Kyoto!) and seaside retreats
12 best places to enjoy stunning views of Mt Fuji
12 best places to enjoy stunning views of Mt Fuji
To see Mt Fuji in all its glory, take a day trip from Tokyo to these scenic spots in Yamanashi, Kanagawa and Shizuoka
23 of the most beautiful places in Japan
23 of the most beautiful places in Japan
Venture beyond Tokyo – add these breathtaking temples, landmarks and hiking trails to your Japan bucket list
17 cool and unique hotels in Tokyo
17 cool and unique hotels in Tokyo
From rooftop onsen and infinity pool to Hello Kitty suites and art rooms, these special Tokyo hotels are worth staying in
7 most beautiful places to go camping in Japan
7 most beautiful places to go camping in Japan
Which trails to take and where to pitch your tent for the best natural scenery Japan has to offer
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Time Out Tokyo Summer 2024 issue: digital edition
In this issue: urban breweries, the revival of kissaten and listening bars, Tokyo gifts and crafts, and more
New Time Out guide map out now: 88 Things to Do in Tokyo
The 2024 edition of our Tokyo map recommends the city’s top attractions, restaurants, bars, shops and more
Out now: the seventh edition of 31 Things to Do in Ginza guide map
The newly updated Ginza map recommends the best things to do plus restaurants and bars in Tokyo’s foremost shopping district
Time Out Tokyo Winter 2024 issue out now: Takashi Murakami exclusive + Cool new Tokyo
Also in this issue: Tokyo’s designer bathhouses, charcoal grill restaurants, Japanese food stores, train passes, and more
Tips for visitors to Tokyo/Japan
5 best discount train deals and rail passes for short trips from Tokyo
Travel to Nikko, Hakone, Kawagoe, Kawaguchiko and Kamakura with these cheap shinkansen and local train deals
How to get from Narita Airport into Tokyo city – with price and travel time
The best and cheapest options travelling to and from Tokyo's main airport in Chiba for international and domestic flights
Overseas tourists can get this exclusive Sanrio Pasmo transport card
Get discounts on attractions in Tokyo and ride around on the city's trains and buses with the cute Pasmo Passport IC card
5 most useful tourist services and facilities in Tokyo Station
Find English language support for buying train tickets and planning travel itineraries, plus baggage storage and lockers
Escape the city
Find some of Japan’s most beautiful temples, hiking trails and nature attractions no more than a few hours from Tokyo
Take in the Mt Fuji and sea views and spend a perfect day on Enoshima island, just south of Tokyo
14 best things to do in Kamakura: attractions, restaurants, cafés and shops
14 best things to do in Kamakura: attractions, restaurants, cafés and shops
Here's how you can spend a perfect day in Kamakura, a charming seaside temple town just south of Tokyo
13 best things to do in Karuizawa: nature, restaurants, cafés and shops
13 best things to do in Karuizawa: nature, restaurants, cafés and shops
Explore the best shops, cafés, hotels and sightseeing spots at this little town in Nagano prefecture
Five Tokyo islands you didn’t know about but must visit
Five Tokyo islands you didn’t know about but must visit
Step away from the concrete jungle this summer to see these exotic islands that are still part of Tokyo
Best nature escapes in Tokyo
Best nature escapes in Tokyo
Venture into the great outdoors without leaving Tokyo, from a bamboo forest and nature parks to lush river valleys and more
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