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Kabuki-za
12, Chuo City · Kabuki-za · 4-chōme-12-15 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan
Renowned venue for traditional performing arts, featuring elaborate sets, costumes & makeup.

aleeza Head Spa Osaka
5, Osaka · aleeza Head Spa Osaka · Japan, 〒553-0003 Osaka, Fukushima Ward, Fukushima, 1-chōme−5−16 ナカジマ第2ビル

Get a Tattoo
Tokyo · Tokyo, Japan

glänta osaka
3, Osaka · glänta osaka · 2-chōme-3-21 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0085, Japan
Top Sights

Tōdai-ji
Zōshichō, Nara · Tōdai-ji · 406-1 Zōshichō, Nara, 630-8587, Japan
Buddhist temple originally built in the mid-700s, with one of Japan's largest bronze Buddha statues.

Kōtō-in Temple
73, Kyoto · Kōtō-in Temple · 73-1 Murasakino Daitokujichō, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8231, Japan

Gion Corner
Gionmachi Minamigawa, Kyoto · Gion Corner · 570-2 Gionmachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0074, Japan
Classical theater where a wide variety of Japanese traditional performing arts can be appreciated.

Hachiko Statue
1, Shibuya · Hachiko Statue · 2 Chome-1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0043, Japan
Popular meeting spot with a bronze statue honoring Hachiko, the famously loyal Akita dog.

acdc rag ハラジュクホンテン
16, Shibuya · acdc rag ハラジュクホンテン · Japan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingūmae, 1-chōme−16−7 林ビル 1F
Retail with red polka-dotted awning featuring funky pop-fantasy & goth style clothing & accessories.

Ghibli Museum
1, Mitaka · Ghibli Museum · 1-chōme-1-83 Shimorenjaku, Mitaka, Tokyo 181-0013, Japan
Whimsical museum dedicated to the famed animation studio with a play area, theater & rooftop garden.

Shibuya Scramble Crossing
21, Shibuya · Shibuya Scramble Crossing · 21 Udagawacho, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0042, Japan
Imagine stepping into a real-life movie scene at Shibuya Scramble Crossing! Right in the heart of Tokyo, this iconic intersection unleashes a tidal wave of people every time the light turns green. It's a sensory overload in the best way possible, offering an unforgettable glimpse into the vibrant energy of Tokyo. Find a good vantage point and watch the organized chaos unfold!

harajuku village
27, Shibuya · harajuku village · Japan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingūmae, 3-chōme−27−14 K harajuku 4

Saga Toriimoto Preserved Street
嵯峨鳥居本, 京都市 · Saga Toriimoto Preserved Street · Japan, 〒616-8435 京都府京都市右京区嵯峨鳥居本
Quiet, car-free area of traditional, 19th-century wooden homes & shops, with forest views.

Shimokitazawa
Shimokitazawa, Setagaya City · Shimokitazawa · Shimokitazawa, Kitazawa, Setagaya City, Tokyo 155-0031, Japan

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
Naitōmachi, Shinjuku City · Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden · 11 Naitōmachi, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0014, Japan
This former estate is now a 144-acre park with diverse garden areas, grassy expanses & a greenhouse.

Sensō-ji
3, Taito City · Sensō-ji · 2-chōme-3-1 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan
Completed in 645, this temple, Tokyo's oldest, was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy.

gionイチホ
Hakatachō, Kyoto · gionイチホ · 101-8 Hakatachō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0805, Japan

Meiji Jingu
1, Shibuya · Meiji Jingu · 1-1 Yoyogikamizonochō, Shibuya, Tokyo 151-8557, Japan
Surrounded by forest, this venerable Shinto shrine features a seasonal iris garden.

Deer Park
Kasuganochō, Nara · Deer Park · 160-1 Kasuganochō, Nara, 630-8212, Japan
Wander through Nara's Deer Park, a unique spot where friendly wild deer roam freely! Nestled in a serene location, you can expect a memorable experience interacting with these gentle creatures against the backdrop of beautiful scenery. It's a must-visit for anyone seeking a touch of nature and a delightful animal encounter in Japan.

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Kyoto · Arashiyama Bamboo Forest · Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8394, Japan
A popular sightseeing path runs uphill through this forest of towering bamboo stalks.

teamLab Planets TOKYO DMM
1, Koto City · teamLab Planets TOKYO DMM · 6-chōme-1-16 Toyosu, Koto City, Tokyo 135-0061, Japan
Step into the surreal world of TeamLab Planets in Tokyo! Known for its immersive digital art installations, you'll wander through rooms filled with dazzling lights and interactive displays. Be prepared for a sensory experience that some describe as "being on acid," and a heads-up – a few visitors have noted a distinct foot odor. Still, it's a wildly popular spot for a unique, photo-worthy adventure.

teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM
9, Minato City · teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM · Japan, 〒106-0041 Tokyo, Minato City, Toranomon, 5-chōme−9−9 Azabudai Hills Garden Plaza B, B1
Popular, immersive museum known for its colorful, futuristic digital art installations & photo ops.
Eating & Drinking

Okonomiyaki

Matcha icecream

Sakurai Japanese Tea Experience
6, Minato City · Sakurai Japanese Tea Experience · スパイラルビル 5F, 5-chōme-6-23 Minamiaoyama, Minato City, Tokyo 107-0062, Japan

NEW YORK BAR
7, 新宿区 · NEW YORK BAR · 3-7-1-2 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, パーク ハイアット 東京, 52階, 3丁目-7 西新宿 新宿区 東京都 163-1055, Japan

TWO ROOMS
11, Minato City · TWO ROOMS · Japan, 〒107-0061 Tokyo, Minato City, Kitaaoyama, 3-chōme−11−7 Ao, 5 階
Sleek 5th-floor venue with a terrace overlooking the city, offering cocktails & creative food.

Omoide-Yokochō
2, Shinjuku City · Omoide-Yokochō · 1 Chome-2 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan
Landmark alleyway featuring a selection of food stalls for simple fare & alcoholic drinks.

Ebisu Yokocho
7, Shibuya · Ebisu Yokocho · 1-chōme-7-4 Ebisu, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0013, Japan
Lively, brightly lit back alley packed with bars & fast-food restaurants plating local delicacies.

Kaiseki Dinner

Ichiran Ramen
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Sagano Strawberry Daifuku
Sagatenryūji Kitatsukurimichichō, Kyoto · Sagano Strawberry Daifuku · 45-1 Sagatenryūji Kitatsukurimichichō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8374, Japan

Dōtonbori
Dotonbori, Osaka · Dōtonbori · Dotonbori, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0071, Japan

Pontocho Alley
Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto · Pontocho Alley · Kashiwayacho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8014, Japan

Golden Gai
Kabukicho, Shinjuku City · Golden Gai · 1 Chome-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0021, Japan
Festive, popular city district famed for its narrow, winding alleys & numerous snug taverns.

Nishiki Market
Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto · Nishiki Market · Higashiuoyacho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8055, Japan
400-year-old iconic market studded with stalls offering all manner of Japanese edibles.
Cities to Visit

Enoshima Island
Enoshima, Fujisawa · Enoshima Island · Enoshima, Fujisawa, Kanagawa 251-0036, Japan
Small Japanese island known for the Enoshima Shrine, its English-style garden & its caves.

Kamakura
Kanagawa, Kamakura · Kamakura · Kamakura, Kanagawa, Japan

Osaka
Osaka · Osaka · Osaka, Japan

Nara
Nara · Nara · Nara, Japan

Kyoto
Kyoto · Kyoto · Kyoto, Japan
Okay, so you're asking about Kyoto! Imagine a city where ancient temples meet modern life. Kyoto, nestled in Japan, is a cultural heartland. Think serene gardens, geishas gracefully walking through historic districts, and delicious traditional cuisine. It's a place where you can truly experience the beauty and history of Japan.

Tokyo
Tokyo · Tokyo · Tokyo, Japan
