Jun 6, 2022 • 10 min read
Tokyo is one of the world's most fascinating cities, and there's more to see than you could fit into a lifetime. Here are our 14 favorite things to do.
Jun 6, 2022 • 10 min read
Tokyo is one of the world's most fascinating cities, and there's more to see than you could fit into a lifetime. Here are our 14 favorite things to do.
Jun 6, 2022 • 7 min read
Japan's capital has plenty of ordinary hotels – but who comes to Tokyo for ordinary?
May 11, 2022 • 7 min read
From cutting-edge digital art to a world-renown animation museum, Tokyo's art scene has something for everyone.
May 2, 2022 • 6 min read
After enjoying Tokyo's charms, we recommend a day trip to see temples and mountains and bathe in hot springs. Here are the top day trips from Tokyo.
Apr 27, 2022 • 18 min read
More than any single sight, it’s Tokyo itself that enchants visitors. From Ginza to Shinjuku, here's a guide to Tokyo's diverse, atmospheric neighborhoods.
Apr 20, 2022 • 7 min read
Traveling in Tokyo can be expensive, but our thrifty guide will help cut down the costs.
Apr 19, 2022 • 5 min read
Within two hours of Tokyo are some thriving beach towns, with cafe culture and vibrant surf scenes. Here are the very best.
Apr 19, 2022 • 6 min read
Tokyo's beautifully designed parks and gardens take the edge off the concrete jungle of the city. These are the best parks in Japan's capital.
Mar 29, 2022 • 9 min read
Tokyo travel can blow the budget but there’s plenty to do that doesn't cost a yen. Here's the best of Tokyo for free.
Mar 21, 2022 • 10 min read
Cherry blossom in spring; festivals in summer; foliage in fall; and fewer crowds in winter: choose the best time to visit Tokyo with this seasonal guide.
Mar 2, 2022 • 6 min read
If you’re in Tokyo in search of manga and merchandise, here’s exactly where to look.
Feb 25, 2022 • 7 min read
Tokyo and Osaka are two world-class cities with famous sights and hidden corners that offer something for every traveler
Feb 9, 2022 • 6 min read
Connect multiple Tokyo sights on these wonderfully curated walks that showcase different parts of the city
Oct 11, 2021 • 7 min read
From forests to waves, there are several natural destinations within 2-3 hours of central Tokyo that will redefine your entire notion of Japan’s capital
Sep 29, 2021 • 8 min read
Prepare for a sensory awakening as we (re)discover an array of iconic destinations and attractions in Tokyo and Osaka – some classic, some brand new
Sep 22, 2021 • 6 min read
Whether it’s cherry blossoms in spring, cruises in summer, hiking in fall, or the tropical islands in winter, there's plenty in Tokyo for every season.
Aug 8, 2021 • 10 min read
Tokyo has a reputation as one of the world’s safest and most exciting travel destinations, but there are some things every first-timer needs to know.
Jul 30, 2021 • 6 min read
As the world begins re-opening to tourism, we can start to dream about some familiar attractions in Tokyo and Osaka
Feb 17, 2021 • 8 min read
No places better represent the gamut of Japanese culture than Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka, and there's no better way to visit them than via Shinkansen
Apr 2, 2020 • 5 min read
Get to know Tokyo from a local's perspective; Rebecca Milner shares her favorite places to avoid the crowds and best place for cheap eats.
Feb 5, 2020 • 4 min read
Beautiful, spiritual and lacking crowds, Mt Takao could be the perfect complement to a Mt Fuji trek, and one of Tokyo’s most enjoyable day trips.
Jan 20, 2020 • 5 min read
Make the most of your time in Japan by joining a group tour with Lonely Planet Experiences and Intrepid Travel.