10 most beautiful cafés and coffee shops in Tokyo
From modern tea houses to sleek coffee shops, these stunning Tokyo cafés are the perfect place to linger over your latte
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10 most beautiful cafés and coffee shops in Tokyo
From modern tea houses to sleek coffee shops, these stunning Tokyo cafés are the perfect place to linger over your latte
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State of emergency updates
Tokyo shops and department stores: latest opening hours during the emergency
Stores in Tokyo are reopening, although many are operating under shorter business hours for now
These museums and attractions in Tokyo are now reopening
Most museums, art galleries, theme parks and attractions are reopening amid another Covid-19 emergency extension
Explained: Japan’s four different quarantine rules upon re-entry
Depending on which country you arrive from, different levels of quarantine apply. Here are the key details
Here’s the tentative timeline of Japan’s Covid-19 vaccination programme
When we can expect the coronavirus vaccines to be approved and how they’ll be distributed
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The latest Tokyo news
Tokyo’s Shinjuku ward will prioritise vaccinating adults under 40
The area’s younger residents could start receiving Covid-19 vaccination coupons as early as next week
Become a zombie and cruise around Shibuya in a school bus this summer
The Zombie School Bus gives you makeup and zombie acting lessons, then turns you loose on Shibuya Scramble Crossing
New anime coming to Netflix, including ‘Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway’
Netflix teases the latest Gundam instalment and three more anime features exclusive to the platform
Introducing emochi, the emoji-shaped mochi by Japanese sweet shop Tamazawa
Tamazawa’s adorable emochi wagashi are only available for a limited time – online orders open on July 16
The cloud-viewing Unkai Terrace in Hokkaido is getting an extension this August
The scenic site features seven stunning viewing decks, where you look out to a sea of clouds high above the mountains
This capsule hotel in Yokohama has turned itself into an airsoft arena
With a lack of tourists during the pandemic, New City has switched to hosting large-scale pellet gun fights instead
Tokyo is the fourth most livable city in the world in 2021
The Economist's annual Global Liveability Index has Tokyo tied with Wellington, while Osaka snags second place
This hip new spot in Kabukicho has fashion, art and cocktails all in one place
An art gallery, cocktail bar and black T-shirt speciality shop are reshaping Tokyo’s infamous nightlife district
Japan travel inspo
Guide to Kawagoe: best things to do, attractions, restaurants, cafés and shops
How to spend a perfect day at Saitama’s Little Edo, just north of Tokyo: visit shrines, shopping streets, tea rooms and more
6 best road trips in Japan
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
The best places to go glamping in Japan
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
20 of the most beautiful places in Japan
20 of the most beautiful places in Japan
Venture beyond Tokyo – add these breathtaking temples, landmarks and hiking trails to your Japan bucket list
5 places in Japan that look like scenes from Spirited Away
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'
Best foodie destinations in Japan
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
Spring in Tokyo
4 most scenic night walks in Tokyo
Avoid the crowds with an evening stroll to see Tokyo Skytree, Nakameguro, the Rainbow Bridge and more when they’re all lit up
The most beautiful spring flowers in Tokyo – and where to see them all
Cherry blossoms aren't the only blooms in season. Here are the most beautiful spring flowers to see in Greater 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 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
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Five events to keep an eye on at the Japan Cultural Expo – with Katsumi Tanaka
The Minyo Crusaders frontman selects five outstanding events that offer a fresh perspective on Japanese performing arts
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Unlock the Real Japan: third issue out now
See Japan’s plan to become zero-carbon by 2050 and find out what’s changed ten years after the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami
Five events to keep an eye on at the Japan Cultural Expo – with Ryoko Aoki
The Noh singer highlights creativity in selecting her favourite events at this nationwide celebration of art and culture
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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
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The best of Tokyo, straight to your home
Watch this relaxing 8K aerial video on YouTube if you miss Japan
The amazing hour-long video of Japan takes you from Tokyo to Kyoto, Hakodate and more – and you'll see it all from above
Online courses about Japan you can attend for free
These English-language university-level courses cover everything from Japanese literature and history to architecture and business. Best of all, they’re...
TikTok’s favourite instant ramen hack will upgrade your two-minute noodles
TikTok’s favourite instant ramen hack will upgrade your two-minute noodles
All you need is Sapporo Ichiban ramen, garlic, an egg, Japanese mayonnaise and a willingness to experiment
Watch these performances of the Yamato taiko drummers for free on YouTube
Watch these performances of the Yamato taiko drummers for free on YouTube
Don’t miss these eight stunning taiko drum shows filmed in picturesque locations around Nara
7 Japanese words and concepts anyone can relate to
7 Japanese words and concepts anyone can relate to
Learn these common everyday terms from Japan – they will make your life easier and more fulfilling
You can now ride Japan’s most famous roller coasters online
You can now ride Japan’s most famous roller coasters online
Press play for an adrenaline rush
What to watch next
5 new Japanese movies and series coming to Netflix in June 2021
New titles to stream, plus the return of 90s favourites including Hana Yori Dango and superhero icon Sailor Moon
Best Japanese movies and series with English subtitles on Netflix
Locally produced, binge-worthy titles to add to your watch list
7-Eleven Japan has released a new anime miniseries on YouTube
The surprisingly endearing video ads are a collaboration with the studio behind ‘Kimi no Na Wa’ ('Your Name')
5 best travel shows about Japan
Explore Japanese food, culture and landscapes with Elliot Page, Joanna Lumley, James May and more
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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
Time Out Tokyo magazine
Read the digital edition of Time Out Tokyo magazines for free – or download the PDF version for later
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
JR East now offers half-price shinkansen tickets until September 2021
JR East now offers half-price shinkansen tickets until September 2021
Limited express and bullet train tickets from Tokyo to Akita, Aomori, Sendai and even Hakodate are now 50 percent off
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
Kanto vs Kansai: the food edition
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