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Tokyo never stops. The worldâs greatest city pulsates with energy whatever the hour, changing ceaselessly, always offering up something new to discover and relish. To help you make the most of the capitalâs relentless abundance, weâve put in many all-dayers and all-nighters to deliver a round-the-clock guide that puts you right on Tokyo time.
Below youâll find all you need to plan an unforgettable 24 hours in the city, from wolfing down a bowl of super-fresh seafood before sunrise to embarking on an all-night indie club crawl or soaking in an open-air hot spring at 3am.
Itâs time to pound that convenience store energy drink, hit the streets and discover the capital in all its dynamic glory.
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With Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai now open for visitors, itâs about time we took a close look at some of the most exciting structures and exhibitions you can experience on the artificial island of Yumeshima until October 13.Â
The vast Expo site is home to more than 180 pavilions created by a wide range of actors â from countries and international organisations to private companies. In this crowded field, some of the biggest standouts are the eight âSignature Pavilionsâ located within the Grand Ring, the massive wooden structure encircling the site. These ambitious projects are spearheaded by leading Japanese figures representing diverse fields â from screenwriters to biologists.
Guided by the Expoâs overarching theme of âDesigning future society for our lives,â each of the eight producers has infused their pavilion with a unique perspective. What these thought-provoking installations have in common is that they are all designed to inspire introspection and spark new ways of thinking about the future. Here are the deets on some of the most interesting signature pavilions at Expo 2025.
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They say change is the only constant in Tokyo. The capital has always been a city of reinventions â some voluntary, others forced â ceaselessly building to outdo itself.
And just like in years past, 2025 will see plenty of shiny new facilities opened across the city. The decade-plus project to transform the Takanawa area will come to a culmination of sorts with the completion of Takanawa Gateway City, while Ikebukuroâs iconic Seibu department store will be reborn by way of a massive refurbishment project. Weâll also be getting a host of new hotels and a fun-looking manga museum way out east.
Here are eight of the most attractive spots set to begin business over the next 12 months.
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