Higo-Hosokawa Garden
Once the suburban manor of the powerful Higo Hosokawa Clan of the feudal domain that is now modern-day Kumamoto, the gardens and residence have …
Once the suburban manor of the powerful Higo Hosokawa Clan of the feudal domain that is now modern-day Kumamoto, the gardens and residence have …
Onjuku Beach is widely considered to be one of the best surfing beaches on the Chiba coast. From Onjuku Station, the beach can be reached on foot …
The Moomin Valley Park opened its doors in March of 2019, to the delight of Moomin lovers all across Japan. Head to Saitama for a walk around …
Also known as kōkyo seimon tekkyō (Imperial palace main gate iron bridge), Nijūbashi literally means "double bridge" as it was originally built …
Famous for her distinctive polka-dotted pumpkins spread throughout Japan and the world, this is a museum dedicated exclusively to Yayoi Kusama. …
Officially Daikyō-ji (but popularly known as Shibamata Taishakuten), this is a 17th century Nichiren-shū Buddhist temple. Admission to the temple …
Sitting in the middle of Roppongi’s Midtown Garden, 21_21 Design Sight is a sleek, futuristic gallery and the home of new and groundbreaking …
A shrine on the southern shores of Lake Ashi, with a picturesque torii gate on the shore of the lake. On weekends and at popular times for …
Tokyo's biggest fresh produce market, including the world's biggest fresh seafood market. The market is known for its early morning Bluefin Tuna …
If you're not afraid of ghosts—or you'd like a taste of ancient Japanese Buddhist spiritual practice—then these somewhat spooky catacombs and …
Very recently replaced, the new 19.7m Gundam stands tall over the Odaiba waterfront as it prepares for its role in the upcoming 2020 Olympics. …
As if Tokyo hadn't been terrorized enough by the radiation-powered monster that is Godzilla, they've gone and installed a giant looming head in …
A monument to a loyal dog, this has become the place to meet someone in Shibuya, be it a friend, date or mysterious stranger. A sign of loyalty …
Once you've spotted the iconic Wako department store, then you know you're in the heart of Ginza—a popular neighborhood known for its upscale …
Slap bang in the middle of central Tokyo lies Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden. It's so different to the jam-packed surrounding streets that it's …
Tsukiji Honganji is a Buddhist temple located near Tsukiji Market, with a decidedly un-Japanese design. The temple is reminiscent of Buddhist …
The main gate to Sensoji temple in Asakusa. The standout red gate is a popular backdrop for photos.
The Pola Museum of Art is a modern art museum in the hills of Hakone with a treasure trove of paintings by Europe's masters of impressionism, …
The Hakone Open Air Museum is a must see on any visit to Hakone. Stretched out over a grassy hillside, the park features sculptures by leading …
Stretched across Tokyo Bay from Shibaura Pier to the Odaiba Waterfront, the Rainbow Bridge is a brightly lit suspension bridge familiar from TV, …