Read this for a stress-free time in Tokyo
Your ultimate guide to Tokyo
Explore the best of Tokyo and Japanese culture
Read this for a stress-free time in Tokyo
Advertising
Things to do in Tokyo
The latest Tokyo news
5 new Japanese films and series coming to Netflix in April 2023
April’s line-up features Oscar award-winning drama ‘Drive My Car’
Ride a giant swing at this Lake Kawaguchiko observation deck overlooking Mt Fuji
Go on the swings at Mount Fuji Panoramic Ropeway and take in a stunning view of the iconic mountain in front of you
Mikan Shimokita in Shimokitazawa is serving black food for its 1st anniversary
Try dishes like squid ink risotto and black banh mi during this event at the Shimokitazawa shopping and dining complex
Blue Bottle Coffee opens a café and tasting room in a 100-year-old Kyoto townhouse
You can try a comprehensive coffee tasting course paired with sweets at the new Blue Bottle Studio Kyoto
You can fly to Tokyo on ANA's new Pikachu Jet this summer
This adorable Pokémon aeroplane is flying international routes through Tokyo Haneda Airport from June 4
7 Tokyo restaurants named in Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2023 list
The city is maintaining its reputation as one of the world’s top culinary destinations with four restaurants in the top ten
This Omotesando café is serving Pikachu afternoon tea for a limited time
Enjoy sweet and savoury treats complete with Pikachu ears and Poké Balls at this perfect afternoon tea for Pokémon fans
Sunshine 60 Observatory in Ikebukuro is reopening as an indoor park in April
The observation deck will have a café, hangout areas and sunning views of Tokyo from the 60th floor of Sunshine City
Advertising
Cherry blossoms in Tokyo
Check out these parks and gardens for the most brilliant cherry blossoms in Tokyo, including Meguro, Yoyogi and Shinjuku
Enjoy the beautiful spring weather at these sakura-themed events, tours and food promotions in the city
9 spectacular cherry blossom illuminations in Tokyo in 2023
9 spectacular cherry blossom illuminations in Tokyo in 2023
Sakura are gorgeous during the day, but these light-ups at parks and shrines prove they’re even better at night
8 beautiful cherry blossom tours and cruises in Tokyo
8 beautiful cherry blossom tours and cruises in Tokyo
See more sakura with a bus tour or boat cruise around the city’s best cherry blossom attractions
8 best cherry blossom day trips from Tokyo
8 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
19 best cherry blossom desserts and drinks in Tokyo
19 best cherry blossom desserts and drinks in Tokyo
The tastiest, most beautiful sakura cakes, mochi, cocktails and pastries in Tokyo right now
Japan travel inspo
These majestic cherry blossom trees in Yamanashi, Fukushima and Gifu are over 1,000 years old
23 of the most beautiful places in Japan
23 of the most beautiful places in Japan
Venture beyond Tokyo – add these breathtaking temples, landmarks and hiking trails to your Japan bucket list
10 most spectacular traditional festivals you must see in Japan in 2023
10 most spectacular traditional festivals you must see in Japan in 2023
Japan is home to amazing cultural festivals – so plan your trip around these Japanese celebrations in Kyoto, Osaka and more
10 best onsen destinations in Japan
10 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
Ultimate guide to Ghibli Park: attractions, restaurants, shops, tickets, free areas and more
Ultimate guide to Ghibli Park: attractions, restaurants, shops, tickets, free areas and more
Everything you need to know, including tips and hacks, to make the most of your time at Ghibli Park near Nagoya
Japan's 6 most underrated prefectures – and why you should visit
Japan's 6 most underrated prefectures – and why you should visit
Travel off the beaten track to these storybook villages, Edo-era towns with geisha (not Kyoto!) and seaside retreats
Advertising
Content from our partners
Special Osaka issue out now: 20 reasons to visit Osaka
Published for the Osaka Convention & Tourism Bureau, with all the info you need for visiting the hub of Kansai
Paid content
10 best things to buy at JR Tokyo Station’s Gransta
Find delicious food and great souvenirs at the many shops and restaurants in Gransta Tokyo, Gransta Marunouchi and Gransta Yaekita
Paid content
5 best things to do at Miyashita Park in Shibuya
This stylish Shibuya mall features boutique shops, restaurants, cafés, art galleries, a vast rooftop garden and more
Paid content
Unlock the Real Japan: seventh issue out now
The new issue focuses on the G7 Hiroshima Summit, highlighting Japanese solutions to global issues
Japan for tourists
10 best discount train deals and rail passes for short trips from Tokyo
Head to Nikko, Hakone, Kamakura and even Kyoto and Osaka with these cheap shinkansen and local train deals
Overseas tourists can get this exclusive Sanrio Pasmo transport card
Get discounts on attractions in Tokyo and ride around on the city's trains and buses with the cute Pasmo Passport IC card
24 hours in Tokyo: how to enjoy Tokyo's biggest attractions in one day
This no-sleep literary includes breakfast at Toyosu Market, a shopping spree in Ginza and an all-nighter in Kabukicho
13 JR rail passes for foreign tourists travelling across Japan
Tourists with foreign passports can explore Japan on a discount with these affordable train passes by JR
What to watch next
4 new Japanese films and series coming to Netflix in March 2023
Here's what you should watch this month, including new episodes from the fourth and final season of 'Attack on Titan'
50 best Japanese movies and series with English subtitles on Netflix
Locally produced, binge-worthy titles to add to your watch list
4 best new films and series adapted from Japanese novels and manga
Recent Japanese movie and series adaptations that are actually worth watching
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
Get our mags and maps for free
Summer 2021 issue: 50 reasons why Tokyo is the greatest city on Earth
Also in this issue of Time Out Tokyo magazine: Olympic venues in Tokyo, public art, top bakeries, and more
Time Out Tokyo magazine
Read the digital edition of Time Out Tokyo magazines for free – or download the PDF version for later
#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
Escape the city
These destinations for art and museum lovers are less than two hours from Tokyo, with art by Yayoi Kusama and Rothko
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
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
Five Tokyo islands you didn’t know about but must visit
Five Tokyo islands you didn’t know about but must visit
Step away from the concrete jungle this summer to see these exotic islands that are still part of Tokyo
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
Discover Time Out original video