Japan Trip

Snoopy Museum Tokyo

3-chōme, Machida · Snoopy Museum Tokyo · 3-chōme-1-4 Tsuruma, Machida, Tokyo 194-0004, Japan

Original Charles Schulz drawings, a gallery of Peanuts characters & make-your-own-Snoopy workshops.

Tokyo National Museum

13, Taito City · Tokyo National Museum · 13-9 Uenokōen, Taito City, Tokyo 110-8712, Japan

Stately museum complex devoted to the art & antiquities of Japan, as well as other Asian countries.

The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation (Miraikan)

3, Koto City · The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation (Miraikan) · 2-chōme-3-6 Aomi, Koto City, Tokyo 135-0064, Japan

Hands-on exhibits & classes exploring the future of science & technology, plus a cafe & a gift shop.

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.

unimocc art cafe gallery

3, Osaka · unimocc art cafe gallery · Japan, 〒542-0012 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Tanimachi, 6-chōme−3 3-25 1F

ROUTE BOOKS

14, Taito City · ROUTE BOOKS · 4-chōme-14-3 Higashiueno, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0015, Japan

Casual cafe in a book store with garden-like areas, serving up handmade sweets, coffee & beer.

Shirohiges cream puff factory

3, Setagaya City · Shiro-Hige’s Cream Puff Factory · 5-chōme-3-1 Daita, Setagaya City, Tokyo 155-0033, Japan

Bear Paw Cafe

3, Osaka · Bear Paw Cafe · 5-chōme-3-11 Uehonmachinishi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0062, Japan

Rokujuan

Nishirokkakuchō, Kyoto · Rokujuan · Japan, 〒604-8217 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Nishirokkakuchō, １０１

Kazariya

Murasakino Imamiyachō, Kyoto · Kazariya · 96 Murasakino Imamiyachō, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8243, Japan

Cafe Yoridokoro

12, Kamakura · Cafe Yoridokoro · 1-chōme-12-16 Inamuragasaki, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0024, Japan

Set meals centered on dried fish, plus coffee & cake in a hip, rustic-look cafe beside train tracks.

Cat cafe MoCHA (Mocha) Osaka Shinsaibashi

18, Osaka · Cat cafe MoCHA (Mocha) Osaka Shinsaibashi · Japan, 〒542-0083 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Higashishinsaibashi, 1-chōme−18−１１ LIBERTY心斎橋ビル１Ｆ

Peaceful cafe offering interaction with lots of cats plus beverages in a cozy, wood-lined space.

Recoco Record Cafe

1, Shibuya · Recoco Record Cafe · Japan, 〒150-0002 Tokyo, Shibuya, 3-chōme−1−１０ Irie First Plaza, PLAZA1階

Hachikō Memorial Statue

1, Shibuya · Hachikō Memorial Statue · 2 Chome-1 Dogenzaka, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0043, Japan

Popular meeting spot with a bronze statue honoring Hachiko, the famously loyal Akita dog.

Round One Stadium Sennichimae store

3, Osaka · Round One Stadium Sennichimae store · 1-chōme-3-1 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076, Japan

Nara

Nara · Nara · Nara, Japan

Yanaka Ginza

13, Taito City · Yanaka Ginza · 3-chōme-13-1 Yanaka, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0001, Japan

Traditional shopping street since the 1950s with around 60 stores & restaurants.

Anegawa bookstores Nyankodo

２, Chiyoda City · Anegawa bookstores Nyankodo · Japan, 〒101-0051 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Kanda Jinbōchō, 2-chōme−２ 姉川書店

Small neighborhood shop featuring all books & zines about cats, cat calendars, art & original goods.

Kyu Asakura House

29, Shibuya · Kyu Asakura House · 29-20 Sarugakuchō, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0033, Japan

Visitors can tour this 2-floor Taisho-era mansion built in 1919, along with its traditional garden.

Jimbocho Book Town

2 Chome, Chiyoda City · Jimbocho Book Town · 2 Chome Kanda Jinbocho, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 101-0051, Japan

Namba Shrine

1, Osaka · Namba Shrine · 4-chōme-1-3 Bakurōmachi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 541-0059, Japan

Tranquil restored shrine complex known for its lion statues & cherry blossom gardens.

Namba Yasaka Jinja

9, Osaka · Namba Yasaka Jinja · 2-chōme-9-19 Motomachi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0016, Japan

Small shrine featuring a ritualistic performance stage in the shape of a lion's head.

Osaka Castle

1, Osaka · Osaka Castle · 1-1 Ōsakajō, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 540-0002, Japan

Revered castle dating to 1597 & since rebuilt, featuring gardens & a museum with varied exhibits.

Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple

Sagatoriimoto Fukatanichō, Kyoto · Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple · 2-5 Sagatoriimoto Fukatanichō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8439, Japan

Buddhist temple founded in the 8th century, featuring more than 1,200 stone heads on its grounds.

Sanjūsangendō

Sanjūsangendōmawari, Kyoto · Sanjūsangendō · 657 Sanjūsangendōmawari, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0941, Japan

This iconic Buddhist temple is known for its 1,001 life-sized wooden statues of the goddess Kannon.

Kurama-dera

Kuramahonmachi, Kyoto · Kurama-dera · 1074 Kuramahonmachi, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 601-1111, Japan

Historic Buddhist temple set on a mountainside, with access via a cable car or up hundreds of steps.

Silver Pavilion - Ginkakuji

Ginkakujichō, Kyoto · Silver Pavilion - Ginkakuji · Japan, 〒606-8402 Kyoto, Sakyo Ward, Ginkakujichō, 銀閣寺

Goryo Shrine

4, Kamakura · Goryo Shrine · 4-9 Sakanoshita, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0021, Japan

Venerable, peaceful shrine with wooden pagodas & gates, known for seasonal hydrangea blossoms.

Katsuoji

Aomatani, Minoh · Katsuoji · 2914-1 Aomatani, Minoh, Osaka 562-8508, Japan

Centuries-old Buddhist temple & gardens known for fall colors & thousands of red Daruma dolls.

Gōtokuji Temple

24, Setagaya City · Gōtokuji Temple · 2-chōme-24-7 Gōtokuji, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0021, Japan

Edo period Buddhist temple with a large collection of lucky beckoning cat statues.

Kantsuji

Kikuichō, Shinjuku City · Kantsuji · 39 Kikuichō, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 162-0044, Japan

shinsekai

2, Osaka · shinsekai · 3-chōme-2-27 Ebisuhigashi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0002, Japan

Corn Barley

24, Musashino · Corn Barley · Japan, 〒180-0004 Tokyo, Musashino, Kichijōji Honchō, 1-chōme−24−５ 吉祥寺ライトビル 2F

KYOTO TSUTAYA BOOKS

二丁目, Kyoto · KYOTO TSUTAYA BOOKS · Japan, 〒600-8002 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Otabichō, 二丁目３５ 京都髙島屋Ｓ.Ｃ. Ｔ８ ５・６階

The Flavor Design

14, Osaka · The Flavor Design · Japan, 〒550-0015 Osaka, Nishi Ward, Minamihorie, 1-chōme−14−１４ 堀江マンション 104

Takeshita Street

19, Shibuya · Takeshita Street · Takeshita St, 1-chōme-19 Jingūmae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan

Takeshita Street in Tokyo's vibrant Shibuya district is a sensory explosion of colorful fashion, quirky shops, and delicious street food. Known as the heart of Harajuku's unique youth culture, you'll find everything from rainbow cotton candy to kawaii clothing boutiques. Expect a bustling, energetic atmosphere perfect for people-watching and embracing Tokyo's playful side.

Nakano Broadway

Cheapest place for manga and anime figures

Sanrio World Ginza

Ginza, Chuo City · Sanrio World Ginza · Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 4-chōme−1, 4-1先 西銀座 2F

Chain store selling gifts, apparel & accessories featuring Hello Kitty & other cartoon characters.

Kiddy Land Shinjuku

23, Shinjuku City · Kiddy Land Shinjuku · Japan, 〒160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinjuku, 3-chōme−23−17 オカダヤビル 1F～4F

Sylvanian Families

15, Shibuya · Sylvanian Families · Japan, 〒150-8377 Tokyo, Shibuya, Udagawachō, 15−１ 渋谷パルコ 5階

Sanrio Gift Gate Asakusa

17, Taito City · Sanrio Gift Gate Asakusa · 1-chōme-17-5 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan

Chain store selling gifts, apparel & accessories featuring Hello Kitty & other cartoon characters.

Tower Records Shinjuku

37, Shinjuku City · Tower Records Shinjuku · Japan, 〒160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinjuku, 3-chōme−37−１ フラッグスビル 9～10F

Vivienne Westwood Red Label

11, Shibuya · Vivienne Westwood Red Label · Japan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingūmae, 1-chōme−11−６ ラフォーレ原宿1F

Urban-chic boutique carrying apparel, shoes & accessories from the namesake designer label.

Imtiaz's Camera Market

16-14, Chiyoda City · Imtiaz's Camera Market · Japan, 〒101-0021 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Sotokanda, 3-chōme−16-14, ダイサンビル1F

Oedo flea market

5, Chiyoda City · Yūrakuchō Station · 2 Chome Yurakucho, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0006, Japan

Dotonbori

1 Chome, Osaka · Dotonbori · 1 Chome-9 Dotonbori, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0071, Japan

Lively entertainment district known for its soaring illuminated billboards, restaurants & theaters.

Kiyomizu

Kiyomizu, Kyoto · Kiyomizu · Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0862, Japan

Celebrated Buddhist temple, founded in 778, with a veranda over the hillside for views.

Akihabara

Tokyo · Akihabara · Akihabara Electric Town, Tokyo, Japan

Shibuya

Tokyo, Shibuya · Shibuya · Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan

Shinjuku

Tokyo, Shinjuku City · Shinjuku · Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan

Harajuku

Jingumae, Shibuya · Harajuku · Harajuku, Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan

Cool area known for street art, trendy youth fashion, vintage & cosplay shops & casual street fare.

Tokyo Character Street

9, Chiyoda City · Tokyo Character Street · Japan, 〒100-0005 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Marunouchi, 1-chōme−9−１ 東京駅一番街 B1

Shopping concourse inside Tokyo Station with stores for anime & manga character merchandise.

Shimokitazawa

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

Kichijōji

Tokyo, Musashino · Kichijōji · Kichijōji, Musashino, Tokyo, Japan

Neighborhood acclaimed for its sizable shopping district, zoo & park with boats & cherry blossoms.

Philosopher's Path

左京区, 京都市 · Philosopher's Path · Tetsugaku No Michi, 浄土寺石橋町 左京区 京都市 京都府 606-8426, Japan

Todoroki valley

Todoroki Valley Park · 1-chōme-22-26 Todoroki, Setagaya City, Tokyo 158-0082, Japan

Tenju-an

８, 京都市 · Tenju-an · Japan, 〒606-8435 京都府京都市左京区南禅寺福地町86−８

Buddhist temple with a koi pond & picturesque gardens that are most popular during the fall.

Inokashira Park

18, Musashino · Inokashira Park · 1-chōme-18-31 Gotenyama, Musashino, Tokyo 180-0005, Japan

Established in 1917, this 95-acre city park features a pond with boating facilities, a zoo & trails.

Shichirigahama Beach

1, Kamakura · Shichirigahama Beach · Japan, 〒248-0026 Kanagawa, Kamakura, Shichirigahamahigashi, 2-chōme−1, 七里ガ浜

Hokokuji Temple

7, Kamakura · Hokokuji Temple · 2-chōme-7-4 Jōmyōji, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0003, Japan

Old temple noted for its dense bamboo grove, plus a tea house offering a matcha reception.

Komachi Street

6, Kamakura · Komachi Street · Komachi St, 1-chōme-6 Yukinoshita, Kamakura, Kanagawa, Japan

Hokokuji Bamboo Forest

7, Kamakura · Hokokuji Bamboo Forest · 2-chōme-7-4 Jōmyōji, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0003, Japan

Kotoku-in

2, Kamakura · Kotoku-in · 4-chōme-2-28 Hase, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0016, Japan

Tranquil temple known for a monumental, outdoor bronze statue of the Buddha in the seated position.

Universal Studios Japan

1, Osaka · Universal Studios Japan · 2-chōme-1-33 Sakurajima, Konohana Ward, Osaka, 554-0031, Japan

This sprawling theme park dedicated to popular American movies features rides & live entertainment.

Tokyo Tower

2, Minato City · Tokyo Tower · 4-chōme-2-8 Shibakōen, Minato City, Tokyo 105-0011, Japan

Reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, this landmark features observation areas & other attractions.