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Ultimate guide to the 2026 cherry blossom season in Tokyo
The best parks and gardens in Tokyo to enjoy cherry blossoms, sakura events, festivals and illuminations, plus day trips
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Your comprehensive guide to the best things to do in Tokyo
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16 spectacular cherry blossom illuminations in Tokyo in 2026
Sakura are gorgeous in the day, but the light-ups at parks and shrines prove that the blossoms look even better at night
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Cherry blossoms 2026: 18 best places to see sakura in Tokyo
Check out these parks and gardens for the most brilliant cherry blossoms in Tokyo, including Meguro, Yoyogi and Shinjuku
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37 unique Tokyo vending machines to check out
From frozen ramen and fish broth to popcorn and Pokémon, Tokyo has the wackiest vending machines in the world
Kids
The 20 best things to do in Tokyo with kids
How your children can enjoy Tokyo, stay active and learn something too – top family-friendly events, activities and fun things to do for kids
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What's on in Tokyo
What's new in Tokyo
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The largest Doraemon exhibition in history just made its Tokyo debut
The immensely popular ‘100% Doraemon & Friends’ has arrived in Japan after touring multiple cities across Asia
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New immersive playground Wonderia Yokohama is now open
Expect cutting-edge interactive experiences and Japan’s largest LED tunnel at Wonderia Yokohama
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See 4,000 cherry blossoms light up at Niigata's Takada Castle this spring
The Takada Castle Site Park will also put up 3,000 traditional paper lanterns for the annual sakura festival
Film
The 2026 Tokyo International Film Festival dates have been announced
Mark your calendars – one of Asia's largest film festivals returns this autumn
Art
Catch this display of trading card-sized erotic art in Kabukicho by March 15
Some 300 miniature Shunga prints from the Edo period are on display in Shinjuku until the end of the week
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Ditto has taken over Tokyo’s Hanzomon Line for a limited time
The shapeshifting purple blob Pokémon is getting some much-needed love – it’s collaborating with the subway line until March 15
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More things to do in Tokyo/Japan
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10 best cherry blossom day trips from Tokyo
Take a short trip out of the city and experience these sakura destinations in Kanagawa, Saitama and Yamanashi
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16 best places to see cherry blossoms in Japan – with 2026 dates
Can't get enough cherry blossoms in Tokyo? Here's where and when to catch sakura across Japan, from Fukuoka to Sapporo
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5 fruit and vegetable picking farms near Tokyo for a nature-filled day out
Spend a day amid nature picking fresh fruit and veg at these green escapes in and around Tokyo
Art
5 city-run museums in Tokyo are now offering free admission for ages 18 and under
Institutions including the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo and Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum are inviting young art explorers in for free until April 5
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The world’s first ‘Yakuza’ concert is coming to Tokyo – a ticket lottery is now open
The event takes place at Kanadevia Hall this May
Tokyo by neighbourhood
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18 best restaurants, cafés, shops and things to do in Jimbocho
Our top picks of the best things to do, see and eat in the world's coolest neighbourhood right now
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17 best restaurants, cafés, shops and things to do in Nishihara and Hatagaya
These two neighbouring ’hoods are packed with cute cafés, cosy eateries and plenty of charm
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40 best restaurants, cafés, shops and things to do in Nakameguro
All along the sakura-lined Meguro River, the shops, restaurants and cafés here reward exploration at any time of year
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40 things to do in Shimokitazawa: restaurants, cafés, coffee, shops and more
This west Tokyo neighbourhood is a hub for vintage fashion, vinyl records and independent cafés and restaurants
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20 best restaurants, cafés, shops and things to do in Nakano
Just one train stop from Shinjuku, this chilled neighbourhood is famous for anime stores, cosy cafés and casual restaurants
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50 things to do in Harajuku
Where to shop, eat and drink in Tokyo’s capital of kawaii, from the best fashion boutiques to the trendiest cafés
More Tokyo attractions
Museums
Best free museums in Tokyo
Here are our favourite free museums in Tokyo for art, history and even kids
Museums
Best museums in Tokyo for kids and families
With arts, science, dinosaurs, robots and the opportunity to drive a shinkansen, these Tokyo museums are perfect for the young and old alike
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Best places to see incredible views of the Tokyo skyline
Want to see Tokyo from the top? Visit these observation decks for the best views in the capital
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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
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Best indoor theme parks and amusement parks in Tokyo
Have fun while staying warm at these indoor attractions: meet Hello Kitty, play Lego all day, explore virtual reality, and more