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J-pop superstar Ado to perform at Expo 2025 Osaka’s opening concert
The opening celebration on April 13 2025 will feature an electrifying performance by world-renowned Japanese singer Ado
3 cool festivals happening in Tokyo this September 21-22 weekend
Cap off the Silver Week holidays with a fireworks show, a Nebuta parade and a rooftop Bon Odori dance party in Shibuya
These Kyoto attractions are hosting Naked digital art experiences in autumn
Digital art collective Naked is transforming Kyoto temples and castle with projection mapping and illuminations
Five million red spider lilies will be blooming at this Saitama park soon
The popular early-autumn flower festival at Kinchakuda Manjushage Park is happening this month
Two festivals are taking over Shibuya this September 13-15 weekend
Tokyo’s most vibrant district is about to get livelier with a mikoshi parade and an offshoot of Aomori’s Nebuta Festival
5 unique festivals happening in Tokyo this long September 13-16 weekend
Get ready for another jam-packed weekend featuring mikoshi parades, Nebuta lantern floats, Brazilian samba, a giant moon and more
2 Tokyo pizzerias are in the 50 Top Pizza World list for 2024
There's no need to go to Italy for great pizza – you can enjoy some of the world's best Napoletana right here in Tokyo
Rokuoin Temple in Arashiyama, Kyoto is hosting a special light-up this autumn
Here's your chance to visit this serene temple in the evening for the autumn leaves illuminations
Summer in Tokyo
8 best beaches near Tokyo
Enjoy calm tides, balmy sea breeze and good vibes at these gorgeous sandy beaches near Tokyo in Kanagawa, Chiba, Ibaraki and Shizuoka
31 best kakigori in Tokyo for a delicious cool down
Here are Tokyo's best kakigori shaved ice desserts to beat the heat
9 best public swimming pools in Tokyo – from ¥200 per entry
Jump into these cool and cheap local pools in the city – they are open to all swimmers
7 best Japanese sunscreens you can get at the drugstore
It’s time to get your SPF on – protect your skin with these popular sunscreens that you can easily pick up at your local drugstore
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What we know so far about Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan
Expo 2025 is less than a year away. Here’s what you can expect at the momentous event, plus how to get tickets
Five bars across Japan mixing up shochu Negronis for Negroni Week 2024
Where to enjoy a Japanese twist on an Italian favourite, from Tokyo to Kobe and Kumamoto – all for a good cause
Shop for premium Japanese knives with Musashi Japan
Find the perfect knife for your cooking needs at Musashi’s five stores in Tokyo, Tsushima and Kyoto as well as online
10 things to do in Shizuoka
Enrich your Mt Fuji trip with a detour to Shizuoka city for its thriving food and drink scene and traditional crafts
Japan travel inspo
Leaf Tokyo for these lakes, temples and forests, where you'll find some of Japan's most spectacular autumn foliage
Travel off the beaten track to these storybook villages, Edo-era towns with geisha (not Kyoto!) and seaside retreats
7 most beautiful places to go camping in Japan
7 most beautiful places to go camping in Japan
Which trails to take and where to pitch your tent for the best natural scenery Japan has to offer
8 best infinity onsen baths in Japan with spectacular views
8 best infinity onsen baths in Japan with spectacular views
Pool with a view? Japan does it better by having infinity hot spring baths with breathtaking views of pristine nature
12 best places to enjoy stunning views of Mt Fuji
12 best places to enjoy stunning views of Mt Fuji
To see Mt Fuji in all its glory, take a day trip from Tokyo to these scenic spots in Yamanashi, Kanagawa and Shizuoka
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
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Time Out Tokyo Summer 2024 issue: digital edition
In this issue: urban breweries, the revival of kissaten and listening bars, Tokyo gifts and crafts, and more
New Time Out guide map out now: 88 Things to Do in Tokyo
The 2024 edition of our Tokyo map recommends the city’s top attractions, restaurants, bars, shops and more
Out now: the seventh edition of 31 Things to Do in Ginza guide map
The newly updated Ginza map recommends the best things to do plus restaurants and bars in Tokyo’s foremost shopping district
Time Out Tokyo Winter 2024 issue out now: Takashi Murakami exclusive + Cool new Tokyo
Also in this issue: Tokyo’s designer bathhouses, charcoal grill restaurants, Japanese food stores, train passes, and more
Tips for visitors to Tokyo/Japan
5 best discount train deals and rail passes for short trips from Tokyo
Travel to Nikko, Hakone, Kawagoe, Kawaguchiko and Kamakura with these cheap shinkansen and local train deals
How to get from Narita Airport into Tokyo city – with price and travel time
The best and cheapest options travelling to and from Tokyo's main airport in Chiba for international and domestic flights
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
5 most useful tourist services and facilities in Tokyo Station
Find English language support for buying train tickets and planning travel itineraries, plus baggage storage and lockers
Escape the city
Find some of Japan’s most beautiful temples, hiking trails and nature attractions no more than a few hours from Tokyo
Take in the Mt Fuji and sea views and spend a perfect day on Enoshima island, just south of Tokyo
14 best things to do in Kamakura: attractions, restaurants, cafés and shops
14 best things to do in Kamakura: attractions, restaurants, cafés and shops
Here's how you can spend a perfect day in Kamakura, a charming seaside temple town just south of Tokyo
13 best things to do in Karuizawa: nature, restaurants, cafés and shops
13 best things to do in Karuizawa: nature, restaurants, cafés and shops
Explore the best shops, cafés, hotels and sightseeing spots at this little town in Nagano prefecture
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
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