Things to Do

Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter

A popular sightseeing spot with traditional architecture and a special townscape

Okayama / Famous Places / Sightseeing spot

• 8 Sep 2022

  The comprehensive guide to Kurashiki! Learn about a famous spot and a secret site. Check out authentic foods and souvenirs.

  Kurashiki City offers many attractions; the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, super viewpoints around the city from which visitors can look out upon the islands spread across the Seto Inland Sea; special cuisine and unique shopping opportunities. This makes it a perfect holiday retreat destination for adults. The article below has insightful information of Kurashiki that will help you to explore and enjoy this exciting area.

Making a kitchen knife as a traditional craft at Sakai, Osaka - Attaching a handle & sharpening

The Japanese knives from the blacksmithing city Sakai have been attracting attention from all over the world in recent years

Osaka / Experiences Facilities / A Hands-on Look at Local Sakai Knives and Handicrafts.

Tokyo Disneyland

Just a 15 min. train ride from Tokyo Station! The kingdom of dreams and magic, beloved by all!

Chiba / Amusement Parks & Theme parks / Themeparks

• 8 Aug 2017

  Disney Halloween events hosted by Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea

  The Disney Halloween event is one of the most popular events hosted by Disney resorts. You are invited to join in and immerse yourself in the the world of Disney. Disneyland will host a fun Halloween party while Disney Villains will host a cool and spooky Halloween party at DisneySea. It’s hard to choose which one to attend. Special menu items and souvenirs will be available as well!

Kinkaku-ji

A golden pavilion nestled in the greens of Kitayama.

Kyoto / Shrines & Temples / Temple

Private Charter Flight at Kobe

Emperor Nintoku Mausoleum and Mozu-Furuichi Kofun Group Flight Tour

Hyogo / Experiences Facilities / Flight Tour

Ueno Park

The Famous Largest-Scale Cherry Blossom Spot in Tokyo

Ueno / Parks & Gardens / Park

• 20 Mar 2019

  Enjoy Cherry Blossoms and Gourmet Food on a Tram This Spring in Tokyo!

  Cherry blossoms herald in spring in Japan. In Tokyo, they begin to bloom in late March. This article will introduce a sightseeing plan for Tokyo that combines cherry blossom viewing and gourmet foods in a ride on “Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line),” which takes an efficient route through great cherry blossom locations!

• 5 Apr 2017

  Recommended trip routes to explore Tokyo by streetcar

  When traveling in Tokyo, it is convenient to utilize public transportation. If you use a discount service such as “Toei One-day Pass (Toei Marugoto Kippu)” that grants you unlimited access to Toei transportation (including Toei Subway, Toei Bus, Toden streetcar and such), you will receive great amount of discount too. This time, we want to tell you about a Tokyo stroll utilizing “Toden Arakawa line” streetcar.

Universal Studios Japan

An interactive dive into the world of movies, anime and games from around the world!

Osaka / Amusement Parks & Theme parks / Theme park

• 1 Jan 2020

  Best Travel Spot Add-Ons During a Trip to USJ, Osaka

  Universal Studios Japan, or USJ as it’s known more commonly, is the popular theme park in Osaka where guests can dive into the popular worlds of Harry Potter, Mario from Nintendo and more. In this guide, we’ll show you some more travel spots that work as perfect add-ons to your trip to USJ.

Himeji Castle

A World Heritage Site and one of Japan's most famous castle buildings. Also known as "Hakuro Castle”.

Hyogo / Tourist Attractions / A Castle Ruins / A World Heritage Site

Hakone Pirate Cruise

An exhilarating cruise on a gorgeously decorated pirate ship with a spectacular view of Lake Ashinoko and Mt.Fuji.

Hakone / Figures / Pleasure Cruise

Kamikochi

Japan's most spectacular mountain scenery attracts 1.2 million people annually.

Nagano / Nature Spots / Mountain

Shirakawa-go (Historic Village)

A World Heritage Site that Offers Views of Japan’s Historic Scenery.

Gifu / Famous Places / Sightseeing Area

• 13 May 2021

  Recommended Photo Spots in Shirakawa-go

  Shirakawa-go is a World Heritage Site located in Gifu Prefecture’s Shirakawa Village. Many “gassho-zukuri” style buildings still stand in the area, creating stunning scenery reminiscent of Japan’s olden times. This article will introduce our recommended spots for taking beautiful photos.

Yamashita Park

A Relaxing Spot that Faces Yokohama Port.

Yokohama / Parks & Gardens / Park

Hida Takayama Old Townscape

The old streets of Hida Takayama are full of flavor.

Gifu / Famous Places / Sight-seeing Area

Meiji Jingu

Tokyo's Leading Power Spot, Boasting the Most Visitors at Hatsumode

Harajuku, Omotesando, Aoyama / Shrines & Temples / Shinto shrine (Sacred power place) / Closest to Harajuku Station

Nikko Toshogu

Japan’s Iconic World Heritage Site and Shrine Dedicated to the Shogun Ieyasu Tokugawa.

Tochigi / Shrines & Temples / Shinto shrine

• 3 Feb 2019

  Day 2 of Winter Travel in Nikko ~Mt. Nikko Rinno-ji and Nikko Toshogu Shrine~

  This article will introduce day 2 of my winter trip to Nikko. Starting off with breakfast at my hotel, I also visited Mt. Nikko Rinno-ji and Nikko Toshogu Shrine.

• 5 Nov 2016

  Reporting back on Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture’s stunning autumn leaves!

  When I heard that Nikko’s autumn leaves were in their prime, I knew I had to go!

• 1 Jul 2015

  In this feature we overview the stores in the AEON Group we want people to know about if they are visiting Asakusa, Shibuya and other parts of central Tokyo, Yokohama, or Nikko, which is great for day

  Given this situation, our editorial department,with cooperation from the AEON Group, has written a series of articles about popular tourist sites and AEON Group stores near them.

Meiji Jingu Gaien (Outer Garden)

Sporting a Variety of Athletic Facilities, its Ginkgo Avenue is Famous

Shinjuku / Parks & Gardens / Garden

• 17 Sep 2020

  41 Things to Do in Shinjuku, Tokyo

  Shinjuku is a huge town with its large skyscrapers, commercial facilities, and huge entertainment district. Along with the latest trends, you can enjoy visiting the traditional shrines and natural attractions. What if you want to play? Want to eat? Want to explore? Want to learn? Here’s a list of 41 entertaining locations in Shinjuku from mainstream to less-known areas that are a must-visit when in Shinjuku.

Rainbow Bridge

An Iconic Part of Tokyo Shining in Rainbow Colors

Odaiba / Tourist Attractions / Bridge

Todaiji Temple

The temple was built in the Nara period (710-794) and is registered as a World Heritage Site as a "cultural asset of the ancient capital Nara”.

Nara / Shrines & Temples / Temple, World Heritage Site

• 11 Feb 2019

  Nara Prefecture’s Todai-ji – Nigatsu-do Shuni-e

  First held in the year 752, this event has been held every year without fail for over 1260 years! Held by the temple’s monks in front of Nigatsu-do’s figure of the Eleven-Headed Kannon, the temple’s idol, the event exists to repent for the everyday sins of humanity and wish for everyone’s happiness.

Shinjuku Gyoen

A Beautiful Garden with Seasonal Flora and Historic Buildings

Shinjuku / Parks & Gardens / Garden

• 18 Mar 2018

  List of all must-visit hanami spots in Tokyo！

  The cherry trees in Tokyo are expected to be in full bloom on April 3rd of 2018. The 1 to 2 weeks since then will see the most exquisite beauty of cherry blossoms. The must-visit hamami (“cherry blossom viewing”) spots in Tokyo are listed here for your reference. We wish you a pleasant hanami tour ♡

• 1 Mar 2016

  Must-visit Cherry Blossoms viewing spot, Shinjuku-Gyoen (Shinjuku-ku of Tokyo).

  Shinjuku-Gyoen is one of the largest park in Tokyo and just a short walk from Shinjuku-Gyoen Station（しんじゅくぎょえんまえ） on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line.

Mount Takao

This Michelin 3-star Tourist Spot is Recommended for Beginner Mountain Climbers

Hachioji / Nature Spots / Hiking

Shibamata Taishakuten Sando

Immerse Yourself in the Romance of Shitamachi at Katsushika Shibamata, selected as Japan’s Important Cultural Landscape.

Katsushika / Shopping Streets / The approach to the Temple

• 30 Sep 2020

  Strolling the Old World of Tokyo: An One-Day Walking Tour through Shibamata.

  From city skyscrapers to the latest travel hubs, there are plenty of hot spots to visit in Tokyo. But for a real taste of history and classic Tokyo vibes, you won’t want to miss the chance to walk through the old-world “shitamachi” streets.

Ameyoko Shopping Street (Ameya Yokocho)

A Popular Shopping Street Selling Everything from Food to Clothes

Ueno / Shopping Streets / Shopping Street

Kawasaki Daishi

Also Known as Yakuyoke Daishi, This Temple is Visited by Many for “Hatsumode” Every Year

Kawasaki / Shrines & Temples / Temple

• 24 Apr 2018

  To Enjoy Bicycle Racing and Sightseeing, Come To Kawasaki!

  Just 20 minutes from Tokyo Station on the JR Tokaido Main Line, Kawasaki offers excellent access. From entertainment facilities to hot springs and temples such as Kawasaki Daishi, this city is packed with sightseeing spots! The Kawasaki Velodrome, where visitors can feel the full impact of bicycle racing, is another attraction. In addition to introducing a model 1-day course for visiting Kawasaki, this article will show you how to enjoy yourself at the Kawasaki Velodrome.

• 27 Nov 2017

  Experience Japan’s Most Important Cultural Tradition “Hatsumode” (First Shrine Visit of the New Year)! Kawasaki Daishi New Year’s Pilgrimage.

  For 2017’s hatsumode (the first shrine visit of the new year), I visited Kawasaki Daishi, another name for the temple Heiken-ji. Kawasaki Daishi is the most popular place for hatsumode visits in Kanagawa Prefecture, an area near Tokyo.

• 9 Aug 2017

  This article introduces you four attractive spots in Kawasaki, which has a great access to/from Haneda Airport. [Article series / The Surrounding Areas of Haneda Airport Part 8]

  Today, we would like to introduce you four of the most popular spots in Kawasaki area, which has a great access to/from Haneda Airport.

Sensoji Temple

Boasting a history of over 1300 years, the oldest Buddhist temple in Tokyo is among the most-visited in Japan!

Asakusa / Shrines & Temples / Buddhist temple

• 9 Sep 2019

  A Capsule Hotel at the Best Location for Sightseeing in Tokyo! Hotel 3000 Asakusa

  The flagship Hotel Asakusa 3000 is located 7 minutes on foot from Asakusa Station on the Metro Ginza Line and TOEI Asakusa Line. Although it's situated close to Sensoji Temple, the rates are extremely cheap, starting from just ¥2,000, including a free breakfast!

• 11 Apr 2017

  Green Tea Feature Part 6: 2017 Spring tourist festival in Sensouji in Tokyo

  Green tea represents the soul of traditional Japanese culture. It is also enjoyable for the pronounced sweet and bitter tastes that belie its simplicity. And its reported positive effects on both health and beauty make it a very popular souvenir. However, you may well feel somewhat lost when choosing the right green tea product. With that in mind, I have decided to introduce the charms of green tea in all six upcoming issues.

• 27 Jan 2017

  “Fukumitsuya”; a must-visit souvenior shop in Asakusa “Kaminarimon”

  If you are one of people who would not know where to look in for souvenirs, we recommend visiting “Fukumitsuya”. It is a gift shop in Asakusa. We asked the shop owner what they recommend for tourists looking for gifts.

Mt. Rokko (Rokkosan)

Active and romantic. "Rokkosan" is the symbol of Kobe and the pinnacle of fun!

Hyogo / Nature Spots / Mountain

• 23 Feb 2021

  Best Things to Do in Kobe! A Full Guide of Everything from Must-See and Hidden Spots to Food, Shopping and more!

  Kobe, a bustling city and sought-after destination in Japan. From port city landscapes to backstreets with retro flair, there’s an endless number of trendy spots to see. You may feel a little lost if this is your first visit, but don’t worry! Here’s a full guide of Kobe’s best hits to help you pick a plan that’s just right for you.