From food and flower festivals to art exhibitions, here’s how you can spend the spring holidays in Tokyo
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The latest Tokyo news
Tokyo's most famous Starbucks reopens at Shibuya Crossing with a new look
You’ll be able to get that picture-perfect view of Shibuya Scramble Crossing from the new Tsutaya store Starbucks cafe
Uniqlo opens a pop-up in Tokyo selling pre-loved and upcycled clothes
The Setagaya Chitosedai Uniqlo store houses Tokyo’s only Furugi Project pop-up shop, and it also offer repair services
Japanese artist Kenji Yanobe’s astronaut cats have appeared at Ginza Six
Yanobe's latest space-themed art installation, ‘Big Cat Bang’, pays homage to late contemporary artist Taro Okamoto
Two of Tokyo’s most scenic sky-high outdoor terraces are now open
The terrace menus at Four Seasons Otemachi and Tokyo Edition Toranomon come with panoramic views of the Tokyo skyline
Tokyo is ranked the sixth most walkable city in the world
Japan’s capital is the only non-European entry to rank among the top ten pedestrian-friendly cities on the list
Disney princesses are transformed into manga characters at this Tokyo café
Your favourite Disney heroines have been given a manga makeover at this pop-up café in Shibuya
Shibuya Sky is opening its rooftop bar for a limited time
Take in the Tokyo skyline views with a drink in hand at Shibuya’s highest rooftop bar
Nozomi train on the Tokaido shinkansen no longer has free seating in peak season
Travellers on the popular Tokyo-Kyoto-Shin-Osaka shinkansen will need to purchase reserved seats during the holiday rush
Spring in Tokyo
The most beautiful spring flowers in Tokyo – and where to see them all in 2024
Cherry blossoms aren't the only blooms in season. Here are the most beautiful spring flowers to see in Greater Tokyo
5 best places to see tulips in and around Tokyo
Head to these parks and gardens to capture some of spring’s most colourful flowers
5 best places to see wisteria in and around Tokyo
You’ll find these colourful hanging flowers at parks, shrines and gardens all over the city
8 best parks and gardens to see late-blooming cherry blossoms in Tokyo this spring
Missed the main sakura event? There are other varieties of cherry blossoms that bloom from mid- to late-April
Japan travel inspo
To see Mt Fuji in all its glory, take a day trip from Tokyo to these scenic spots in Yamanashi, Kanagawa and Shizuoka
14 best places to see cherry blossoms in Japan – with 2024 dates
14 best places to see cherry blossoms in Japan – with 2024 dates
Can't get enough cherry blossoms in Tokyo? Here's where and when to catch sakura across Japan, from Fukuoka to Sapporo
10 best onsen destinations in Japan
10 best onsen destinations in Japan
Warm up as well as rejuvenate your body and mind at these scenic hot spring resorts, easily accessible from Tokyo
Japan's 8 most underrated prefectures – and why you should visit
Japan's 8 most underrated prefectures – and why you should visit
Travel off the beaten track to these storybook villages, Edo-era towns with geisha (not Kyoto!) and seaside retreats
7 best infinity onsen baths in Japan with spectacular views
7 best infinity onsen baths in Japan with spectacular views
Pool with a view? Japan does it better by having infinity hot spring baths with breathtaking views of pristine nature
8 best snow and ski destinations in Japan
8 best snow and ski destinations in Japan
Suit up and hit the slopes at these amazing snow resorts and mountain villages around Japan this winter
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5 reasons you should check out the Tokyo Art & Antiques festival
See special exhibitions, browse art galleries and discover one of Tokyo’s most artistic neighbourhoods
5 things to see and do at the National Museum of Western Art in Tokyo
Western art masterpieces, Unesco World Heritage-listed architecture and inspiring exhibitions await at this standout museum
5 reasons you’ll have a good time at the restaurants in Tokyo’s two Sequence hotels
These eateries in Shibuya and Suidobashi are known for their early breakfast opening, family-friendly setup, and more
Experience the amazing Nagaoka Fireworks Festival in Niigata prefecture this summer
Witness this stunning annual celebration along the banks of the Shinano River on August 2 and 3 2024
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
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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
New Time Out map out now: 88 Things to Do in Tokyo
The 13th edition of our Tokyo map recommends the city’s top attractions, restaurants, bars, shops and more
Time Out Osaka special issue out now: best things to do in Osaka’s five main districts
Also in this issue: speciality restaurants and cool bars in Osaka, plus the rise of a graffiti neighbourhood
Get a Time Out Osaka tote bag for free at selected hotels in Osaka and Tokyo
The tote bag, featuring the cover of a special issue of Time Out Osaka, was created in collaboration with Freak's Store
Escape the city
These destinations for art and museum lovers are less than two hours from Tokyo, with art by Yayoi Kusama and Rothko
Explore versions of Himeji Castle, Kyoto’s famous torii gate tunnel, a Japanese old town and more in and around Tokyo
Best day trips from Tokyo
Best day trips from Tokyo
Find some of Japan’s most beautiful temples, hiking trails and nature attractions no more than a few hours from Tokyo
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
Best outdoor adventure parks near Tokyo
Best outdoor adventure parks near Tokyo
Get out and about – escape the city for these family-friendly adventure parks, playgrounds and outdoor attractions
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