Nihonbashi is reinventing itself with cool new bars, cafés and more
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Haruki Murakami has designed a T-shirt collection for Uniqlo – and it drops next week
T-shirts based on ‘Kafka on the Shore,’ ‘Norwegian Wood’, '1Q84' and more will be available from March 8
Tully’s Coffee is releasing an exclusive Tom and Jerry collection this month
The nostalgia-fuelled range includes drinks, sandwiches, mugs, keychains and online-only merch that’s available now
You can play Japan’s favourite taiko drumming game for free on TikTok
Taiko no Tatsujin is coming to TikTok for a limited time to celebrate the iconic game’s 20th anniversary
Japan cherry blossom 2021 forecast: sakura expected to bloom earlier in Tokyo
Here's the latest spring flowering forecast for Somei Yoshino cherry trees across Japan
See a million nemophila flowers blooming at Osaka Maishima Seaside Park this spring
The park is hosting a month-long Nemophila Festival to celebrate the seasonal flower also known as baby blue eyes
Go to Travel campaign to remain suspended even after the lift of emergency
Japan’s domestic tourism campaign will still be on hold until more Covid-19 prevention measures can be put in place
This co-working space in Tokyo’s Sangenjaya neighbourhood doubles as a cat shelter
Sanchaco currently has four rescue cats to help you release stress and increase productivity while you work
Japan will lift state of emergency for six prefectures on February 28
Tokyo is still subject to the emergency, but it's good news for Aichi, Gifu, Kyoto, Osaka, Hyogo and Fukuoka
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Japan travel inspo
20 of the most beautiful places in Japan
Venture beyond Tokyo – add these breathtaking temples, landmarks and hiking trails to your Japan bucket list
6 best road trips in Japan
Looking for a relaxed yet socially distanced way to travel? Hop in a car and take these scenic road trips through Japan
Here are some of the best Unesco World Heritage Sites in Japan
From Okinawa to Mt Fuji, these nature and historical attractions are essential stops on any trip through Japan
5 places in Japan that look like scenes from Spirited Away
There’s a seaside train station in Ehime and an old Tokyo shop that may have inspired Studio Ghibli's 'Spirited Away'
6 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
Best foodie destinations in Japan
Japanese cuisine may have conquered the world, but you should experience it at its homeland in these food cities in Japan
Winter in Tokyo
Where to see plum blossoms in and around Tokyo
The best shrines, temples and parks for welcoming the first signs of spring
Incredible illuminations and light-ups in Tokyo
Enjoy the city at its most sparkly – when Tokyo switches on its festive lights and illuminations come autumn and winter
Best things to do in Tokyo this winter 2021
What to see, eat, drink and do in the city to tide you over until cherry blossom season
Best places to go ice-skating in and near Tokyo
Lace up your skates and glide around the capital's frosty selection of indoor and outdoor ice rinks
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The Nobody Knows project is running virtual tours of Japan
Learn about the history and traditions of these carefully protected areas in rural Japan
Five events to keep an eye on at the Japan Cultural Expo – with Jun Aoki
The world-renowned architect zooms in on design, architecture and Kyoto in picking his favourite events at this massive festival of arts and culture
Five events to keep an eye on at the Japan Cultural Expo – with Junji Tanigawa
The artist and ‘space composer’ picks his favourite events – all of which provide an insider’s look at Japanese culture
The accessible guide to Hakone
Your ultimate guide to barrier-free activities, transportation, restaurants and cafés in Hakone
What to expect as Japan reopens
10 things to look forward to in 2021 in Tokyo and Japan
Super Nintendo World, new teamLab exhibition, art festivals and the Olympics – here’s what’s happening in Japan next year
Japan updates its quarantine rules and extends entry restrictions
Travel restrictions will remain in place until March 7 following Japan’s state of emergency extension
Where to get a Covid-19 PCR test and travel certificate in Tokyo
These medical centres in Tokyo (and Osaka) offer testing and certificates for international travel
Japan considers opening up again to international tourists in spring 2021
The government could allow overseas visitors within the first few months of 2021
The 11 biggest Japanese trends in Tokyo in 2020
From low-alcohol drinks and vegan food to glamping and hip dining halls, here’s what we’ve loved in the city this year
Everything to know about Japan’s re-entry rules for foreign residents
Re-entry confirmation letters no longer necessary, but you’ll need a negative Covid-19 test before entering the country
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Sapporo Snow Festival has gone virtual and you can attend for free online
There's no need for a jacket: Japan’s largest winter fest is now online and you can visit from anywhere in the world
Download free Zoom backgrounds of Japanese art for your next video call
The National Institute of Japanese Literature now offers free backgrounds for your online meetings and chats
5 best Japanese manga you can read in English
These titles redefined manga from the 1960s to now – and they’re all available in English
You can now ride Japan’s most famous roller coasters online
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The best books about Tokyo
Convenience store musings, unrequited romance and crime mysteries – explore Tokyo through these ten books
Essential Japanese cookbooks for every home chef
Learn Japanese home recipes and sushi techniques and discover the secrets to Tokyo's world-famous cuisine with these cookbooks
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5 best travel shows about Japan
Explore Japanese food, culture and landscapes with Elliot Page, Joanna Lumley, James May and more
6 best documentaries about Japanese artists
Go behind the scenes with talented visual artists, architects and musicians from Yayoi Kusama to Hayao Miyazaki
The best Japanese films and series coming to Netflix in February 2021
Guilty pleasure romcoms and blood-curdling thrillers are coming your way in time for Valentine's Day
Best Japanese movies and series with English subtitles on Netflix
Locally produced, binge-worthy titles to add to your watch list
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#DreamNowTravelLater: New issue on Japan travel inspiration out now
In this digital-only edition: discover Japan’s most beautiful places, glamping sites, road trips, novelty trains and more
Special issue out now: join the green revolution for a better future
Inside this digital-only edition: Tokyo goes green, Japanese ice cream flavours, botanical gardens, virtual museum tours and food documentaries
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Escape the city
Where to see iconic Japanese scenery without leaving Greater Tokyo
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
Find some of Japan’s most beautiful temples, hiking trails and nature attractions no more than a few hours from Tokyo
3 best ski resorts near Tokyo
Looking to plough through powdery slopes this winter? These idyllic ski villages are easily accessible via train or bus from 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
Get out and about – escape the city for these family-friendly adventure parks, playgrounds and outdoor attractions
Kanto vs Kansai: the food edition
The culinary differences between Tokyo and Osaka go beyond okonomiyaki and monjayaki – here are some of the big ones