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16 best indoor things to do in Tokyo this rainy season
Looking for shelter from the rain? Check out these top indoor attractions in Tokyo, from museums to theme parks and more
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Your comprehensive guide to the best things to do in Tokyo
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
Music
5 of the best gigs to catch in Tokyo this June
Explore the local music scene and find your new favourite band at these top shows
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13 best places to see hydrangeas in and around Tokyo
See these early-summer flowers in Tokyo's temples, gardens and parks, including Asakusa, Hamarikyu Gardens and Ueno Park
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Ikebukuro – weird and with it
5 spots you won’t want to miss in Tokyo’s weird-cute central
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Tokyo’s hydrangeas are now blooming – and they’re gorgeous
These early-summer flowers have burst into bloom slightly ahead of schedule, so now’s the perfect time to see them
Art
5 art exhibitions you shouldn’t miss in Tokyo this June
Hide from digital monsters, dive deep into an epoch-making fashion designer’s oeuvre and catch an unexpected Picasso x Paul Smith collab
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Registration for the 2026 Mt Fuji climbing season is happening now
Japan's highest mountain opens its hiking trails to the world once again starting in July
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A brand new digital art space is coming to Ariake this June
Rêve Des Lumières is set to open on June 12 at the expansive Tokyo Dream Park entertainment complex on the waterfront
Music
The Weeknd is kicking off the final leg of his After Hours Til Dawn tour in Tokyo
The Asia tour dates have just been announced, starting with Tokyo this September
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Try playing the taiko in the heart of Tokyo with this beginner-friendly class
Performing artist and instructor Eva Kestner brings over 30 years of experience to her high-energy drumming lessons
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3 best temples in Kamakura to see hydrangeas this summer
You'll find these early-summer flowers inside old temple gardens at this seaside town just one hour from Tokyo
Travel
7 of the best sightseeing trains in Japan
On the right tracks – ride these luxurious trains and see Japan from a different perspective
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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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The biggest Tokyo tourist traps, ranked – and where you should go instead
These popular sites top any 'best places to visit' or 'must-see attractions' list there is – here are our alternatives
Nightlife
6 trending nightlife spots to hit up across Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto
New bars, artsy music venues, a 24-hour wellness retreat and other after-dark essentials from both East and West
Tokyo by neighbourhood
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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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25 best things to do in Kichijoji: restaurants, cafés, shops and more
Find relaxing cafés, cosy restaurants and the beautiful Inokashira park in this charming Tokyo 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 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
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