Things to do
The mountaintop Unkai Terrace in Hokkaido opens out to a sea of clouds
The scenic site features seven stunning viewing platforms, where you look out to a sea of clouds high above the mountains
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Art
Tokyo’s latest Godzilla art exhibition is a roaring tribute to the 70-year-old icon
‘Godzilla The Art’ showcases the enduring impact of the King of the Monsters with devastating force
Things to do
This hidden temple in Gifu is offering a special nighttime photo op this June
It’s your chance to recreate that viral mirror shot of temple and foliage at the lesser-known Tokoji
Things to do
Tokyo ranked among the most affordable holiday destinations of 2025
The weak yen helps Tokyo and Japan remain a hotspot for international travellers
Shopping
Test the latest in accessibility tech at Harajuku Harakado
Harajuku’s newest shopping centre is experimenting with real-time captioning and translating technologies at 21 stores – the pilot project runs until May 18
Things to do
Get free entry to Ueno museums this Sunday for International Museum Day 2025
Top cultural attractions like Tokyo National Museum and the National Museum of Nature and Science are free on May 18
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