Where to admire autumn leaves in Tokyo
From yellow ginkgo trees to red maple leaves – see the seasonal beauty at Tokyo's gardens and parks
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Japan to suspend Go to Travel campaign in cities where coronavirus cases are surging
Sapporo and Osaka are now removed temporarily from the travel subsidy programme
The new Haruki Murakami Library at Tokyo's Waseda University will open in 2021
The Waseda International House of Literature is a public library designed by Kengo Kuma to house Murakami’s archive
Santa Claus cancels his annual Christmas visit to Japan due to Covid-19
For the first time in 30 years, a certified Finnish Santa Claus is not coming to town. Thanks coronavirus
All the classic Godzilla movies are coming to Netflix Japan in December
Fans can binge-watch (nearly) every film in the franchise starting with the original 1954 version
Nintendo reissues the '80s Game & Watch with Super Mario Bros – it's so kitschy it’s cool
This mini time capsule harking back to the 1980s is simple, garish and exactly what we need right now
The new Muji at Ariake in Tokyo will be its largest store in the Kanto region
Opening on December 3 between Odaiba and Toyosu, Muji Ariake includes a café, bakery, grocery store and more
These are all the countries and regions affected by Japan’s entry ban
152 nations and regions are affected by this measure
No business closures, but Tokyoites are asked to practise Five Ss to curb Covid-19 spread
The metropolitan government’s new guidelines are all about keeping gatherings small, short and separated
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What to expect as Japan reopens
Everything you need to know Japan's Go to Travel campaign
The travel subsidy offers up to 50 percent discounts on domestic trips – here's how to enjoy this great deal
7 best restaurants at Jingumae Comichi in Harajuku
This new Harajuku dining complex has 18 venues serving everything from xiaolongbao and ramen to seafood and craft beer
These are some of the best Go to Travel hotel deals across Japan
Get 35 percent discount at some of Japan’s most beautiful hotels – now available on booking.com
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
Nihonbashi’s hip new food hall Commissary has pizza, tacos, craft beer and more
Enjoy food and drinks including coffee and pastries from five of Tokyo's most popular vendors under one very fancy roof
Foreign residents in Japan can now get this JR East rail pass for unlimited 3-day travel
Travel through Tokyo, Nagano, Niigata and Tohoku with this rail pass – available to non-Japanese passport holders
Japan travel inspo
The most beautiful autumn destinations in Japan
Leaf Tokyo for these lakes, temples and forests, where you'll find some of Japan's most spectacular autumn foliage
The best places to go glamping in Japan
Want to go camping without roughing it? These comfy tents and domes let you enjoy a luxurious time in nature
The most beautiful places in Japan
Venture beyond Tokyo – add these breathtaking temples, landmarks and hiking trails to your Japan bucket list
The best national parks in Japan
See the real Japan in the peaceful rolling hills of Hokkaido, a Nagano nature reserve dotted with volcanoes, and more
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
Best places to see and cuddle animals in Japan
Meet bunnies on Okunoshima, bow to the deer in Nara, see snow monkeys in onsen, plus more wildlife and animal parks
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Autumn in Tokyo
10 ways to still have an amazing autumn in Tokyo
This gorgeous season is the best time for the great outdoors – here are the top ten things to do in Tokyo this autumn
Best Mont Blanc cakes in Tokyo
Autumn in Tokyo means indulging in a chestnut dessert and these confectioneries make the best Mont Blancs in the city
5 ways to enjoy the autumn leaves in Ibaraki prefecture
Canoe on a lake flanked by autumn foliage, bungee jump off one of Japan’s longest suspension bridges, and more
Japan autumn leaves 2020 forecast
For Tokyo, expect red maple leaves and yellow ginkgo to peak around mid-November
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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
New release: 88 things to do in Tokyo guide map
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Time Out Tokyo magazine
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You can now ride Japan’s most famous roller coasters online
Press play for an adrenaline rush
There's more to Tochigi prefecture than Nikko, as this tourism video shows
Incredible food, scenic glamping sites, hot spring baths and a bamboo forest are just some of the highlights
Japanese cities have started live-streaming their tourist spots on Facebook
Now you can tour the country from home with these virtual sightseeing trips in Shizuoka, Okinawa and more
Read past issues of One Piece manga in English for free – if you live outside Japan
The manga series is celebrating its 1000th chapter by releasing a free batch of previous issues online every week
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
Marie Kondo has an eight-week home tidying challenge for you – and it’s free
Improve your emotional well-being by organising your living space in this step-by-step programme
What to watch next
The 5 best Japanese shows coming to Netflix in November 2020
A new selection of love stories and gritty dramas you can watch starting now, including the Oscar winner 'Departures'
The best documentaries about Japanese food
Learn about the history, flavours and techniques of Japanese cooking with Anthony Bourdain, David Chang, Niki Nakayama, Jiro Ono and more
Best Japanese movies and series with English subtitles on Netflix
Locally produced, binge-worthy titles to add to your watch list
The best Japanese horror films
Forget the Hollywood remakes – Japan produces some of the best and most original horror movies around
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 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
Breweries, wineries and distilleries worth a day trip from Tokyo
Breweries, wineries and distilleries worth a day trip from Tokyo
Best day and weekend hikes in and around Tokyo
Swap the concrete jungle for a lush green one and go trekking through these mountain trails.
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