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Don traditional attire and help push giant floats at this summer festival near Tokyo
The Atami Kogashi Festival takes place on July 15 and 16 – here’s how to participate
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31 best summer festivals in Tokyo 2026: fireworks, Bon Odori, tanabata and more
From traditional street parties to mega fireworks, here are the most exciting events happening in Tokyo this summer
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14 best fireworks festivals in and near Tokyo: June-August 2026
Here are some of the city’s most spectacular fireworks festivals taking place from June through August 2026
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Monster slides and banana benches: these are Tokyo’s most surreal children’s parks
Check out these weirdly beautiful and architecturally interesting children’s parks in and around Tokyo
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10 stunning beaches near Tokyo to visit this summer
Enjoy calm tides, balmy sea breeze and good vibes at these gorgeous sandy beaches near Tokyo in Kanagawa, Chiba, Ibaraki and Shizuoka
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Art
10 art exhibitions to see in Tokyo this summer
Featuring food photography, beastly ukiyo-e, Buddhist masterpieces and occult-inspired media art
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Shinjuku’s legendary Dug Jazz Cafe & Bar closes its doors on June 27
Owner Louis Nakadaira shares his thoughts on the closure, jazz culture in Japan and future plans
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Thousands of lanterns will be floating on the Chidorigafuchi Moat at this festival
For two days only in July, a total of 2,000 glowing lanterns will light up the Tokyo Imperial Palace moat
Film
This micro-cinema just outside Tokyo makes a magical day trip for film buffs
CineYama screens movies from around the world in a lovingly renovated former kindergarten in the hills of Uenohara, Yamanashi
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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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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
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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