Tokyo’s neighborhoods are often defined by their specialties. Bookworms head to Jimbocho to wander rows of secondhand bookshops. Musicians frequent Ochanomizu, where instrument stores line the streets. And tucked in alongside them, in Kanda, another niche thrives: ski and snowboard gear. This small but concentrated area, known as the Kanda Sports Goods District, has become […]
For many travelers, discovering a city’s nightlife is as memorable as visiting its temples or museums. A great bar isn’t just a place to grab a drink, but often serves as a window into local culture, creativity, and connection. That spirit of exploration is what The World’s 50 Best Bars celebrates each year. Compiled from
With an art and design narrative inspired by Zen philosophy and the natural beauty of Takanawa, the JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo pairs elegance with excellent connectivity and seamless access to the heart of Tokyo and beyond. “JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo represents a milestone opening in the brand’s continued global expansion – where a warm approach
A luxury lifestyle hotel inspired by New York’s art and fashion scene, Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo is a stylish oasis in the heart of the bustling Nishi-Shinjuku skyscraper district, renowned for its stylish design and its innovative food and drink offerings. On October 2, the popular boutique hotel celebrated its fifth anniversary with a glamorous party
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In Japan, every season has its own beauty, but nothing compares to the glow of autumn. Mountains, gardens, and temple grounds ignite in shades of red, orange, and gold, and locals mark the season with festivals, riverside strolls, and steaming bowls of shabu-shabu and oden. You can join in by hiking remote national parks, wandering
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Here is what’s happening across Tokyo for the month of October. Check out exhibitions, festivals, events and more! Screenshot Yoshitaka and Yumihiko Amano Fantasy Art Exhibition Renowned artist Yoshitaka Amano, and his son Yumihiko Amano, will be holding a joint exhibition in Ikebukuro showcasing their fantasy art. Date & Time Oct 11-14・11:00-18:30・open until 18:00 on
If you love Japan, there’s a good chance you also love the enchanting, nostalgic vibes of Studio Ghibli’s films, from the awe-inspiring adventure of Spirited Away to the mesmerizing magic of Howl’s Moving Castle. That also means that you’d probably love to visit the Ghibli Museum in Mitaka, Tokyo on your trip to Japan—but that’s
