Tokyo's new 24-hour spa attraction also features lots of restaurants serving fresh seafood from nearby Toyosu Market
Things to Do
Your comprehensive guide to the best things to do in Tokyo
19 best things to do in Sangenjaya: restaurants, cafés, bars and attractions
Just two train stops from Shibuya, the lively Sangenjaya is popular for its independent cafés, restaurants and bars
5 most beautiful designer sento and bathhouses in Tokyo
Tokyo bathhouses are undergoing a renaissance, merging traditional elements with contemporary art and design
7 most beautiful Japanese gardens in Tokyo
Japanese landscape gardens don't just showcase seasonal beauty; they also seek to recreate an idealised version of nature
15 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
What's on in Tokyo
What's new in Tokyo
The official Japan cherry blossom forecast for 2024 is out now – updated weekly
The official Japan cherry blossom forecast for 2024 is out now – updated weekly
Here’s what the warmer temperatures mean for sakura this year, with blooming dates for Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Sapporo and more
The world’s largest projection mapping show is now held in Shinjuku every night
The world’s largest projection mapping show is now held in Shinjuku every night
The nightly display at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building is certified by the Guinness World Records
Final call: Gundam Factory Yokohama is closing at the end of March 2024
Final call: Gundam Factory Yokohama is closing at the end of March 2024
This is your last chance to see the giant moving Gundam in Yokohama – final batch of tickets go on sale March 1
Tokyo is getting new Sailor Moon manhole covers this March
Tokyo is getting new Sailor Moon manhole covers this March
Soon you can go searching for your favourite Sailor Guardians in Tokyo’s Azabu-Juban neighbourhood
The iconic Tsutaya store at Shibuya Crossing is reopening this April
The iconic Tsutaya store at Shibuya Crossing is reopening this April
The multi-storey entertainment hub is coming back with new shops, a bigger café and a rooftop space
Tokyo is ranked as one of the world’s ten best cities for 2024
Tokyo is ranked as one of the world’s ten best cities for 2024
Ranked No 8 on the coveted Time Out 50 Best Cities list, Tokyo is praised for its efficiency and dynamism
Tokyo by neighbourhood
20 best restaurants, cafés, shops and things to do in Nakano
20 best restaurants, cafés, shops and things to do in Nakano
Just one train stop from Shinjuku, this chilled neighbourhood is famous for anime stores, cosy cafés and casual restaurants
40 best restaurants, cafés, shops and things to do in Nakameguro
40 best restaurants, cafés, shops and things to do in Nakameguro
All along the sakura-lined Meguro River, the shops, restaurants and cafés here reward exploration at any time of year
50 things to do in Harajuku
50 things to do in Harajuku
Where to shop, eat and drink in Tokyo’s capital of kawaii, from the best fashion boutiques to the trendiest cafés
40 things to do in Shimokitazawa: restaurants, cafés, coffee, shops and more
40 things to do in Shimokitazawa: restaurants, cafés, coffee, shops and more
This west Tokyo neighbourhood is a hub for vintage fashion, vinyl records and independent cafés and restaurants
20 best things to do in Koenji: restaurants, cafés, coffee, shops and more
20 best things to do in Koenji: restaurants, cafés, coffee, shops and more
Explore this cool 'hood in Suginami City known for its vintage shopping, underground music scene and hip eateries
20 best things to do in Daikanyama
20 best things to do in Daikanyama
Vintage shops, galleries, speakeasies, cafés and more – Tokyo's coolest neighbourhood is a mix of the city's best bits
Things to do outdoors in Tokyo
7 most beautiful Japanese gardens in Tokyo
Japanese landscape gardens don't just showcase seasonal beauty; they also seek to recreate an idealised version of nature
4 best theme parks and amusement parks in central Tokyo
These four amusement parks are right here in the city, with a whole lot of thrills, rides and attractions for a fun day out
Best rooftop gardens in Tokyo
Relax in one of these secret gardens, found way above ground on the city's shopping mall rooftops
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
Time Out meets the World
Tokyo meets the World
Tokyo meets the World
A Time Out Tokyo interview series with the ambassadors to Japan who call Tokyo home
Tokyo meets the world: Tunisia
Tokyo meets the world: Tunisia
Talking cultural and culinary discoveries, Olympic memories and the many facets of the Japan-Tunisia relationship with Ambassador Mohamed Elloumi
Tokyo meets the world, special edition: cycling in Tokyo
Tokyo meets the world, special edition: cycling in Tokyo
Dutch ambassador Peter van der Vliet and architect Manabu Chiba share their ideas on how to make Tokyo a more bike-friendly city and how to turn Japan into a...
Tokyo meets the world: Norway
Tokyo meets the world: Norway
Ambassador Inga Nyhamar on valuing nature and the environment, the keys to a Nordic-style work-life balance, and where to get a taste of Norwegian pastries and...
Tokyo meets the world: Malaysia
Tokyo meets the world: Malaysia
Ambassador Dato’ J. Kennedy on where to get the best Malaysian food in Tokyo, why having more halal-certified restaurants is a plus for everyone and why...
Tokyo meets the world: Argentina
Tokyo meets the world: Argentina
Recently arrived ambassador Guillermo Hunt shares his first impressions of Tokyo, talks up Japan’s tourism prospects and goes into detail on why...
Tokyo attractions
9 best glamping getaways near Tokyo
9 best glamping getaways near Tokyo
These luxury campgrounds in neighbouring Chiba and Saitama prove you don’t have to travel far to get back to nature
Best free museums in Tokyo
Best free museums in Tokyo
Here are our favourite free museums in Tokyo for art, history and even kids
Best museums in Tokyo for kids and families
Best museums in Tokyo for kids and families
With arts, science, dinosaurs, robots and the opportunity to drive a shinkansen, these Tokyo museums are perfect for the young and old alike
Best places to see incredible views of the Tokyo skyline
Best places to see incredible views of the Tokyo skyline
Want to see Tokyo from the top? Visit these observation decks for the best views in the capital
50 things to do in Harajuku
50 things to do in Harajuku
Where to shop, eat and drink in Tokyo’s ‘kawaii’ capital
Best indoor theme parks and amusement parks in Tokyo
Best indoor theme parks and amusement parks in Tokyo
Have fun while staying warm at these indoor attractions: meet Hello Kitty, play Lego all day, explore virtual reality, and more
Sports & Fitness
The most scenic jogging routes in Tokyo
Get in a good run while sightseeing around Tokyo Bay, Imperial Palace, Asakusa and Nakameguro
These public pools in Tokyo are now open for summer
Beat the summer heat at these public pools in Minato, Setagaya, Shibuya, Meguro and more
The best Tokyo onsen and bathhouses
Your complete guide to where and how to go hot-spring bathing in Tokyo
The best spots for working out on the cheap
Where to get into shape without spending big yen