Things to Do
Kanto Region
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Ueno, Nippori
Zoos & Aquariums
Ueno Zoo
3.83 19Japan’s first zoo, with a rich history.
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[Ueno Zoo Travel Guide] A Complete Look at the Highlights, Dining, and Gift Shops!
Ueno Zoo, which opened in 1882, is the oldest zoo in Japan. Despite being located in central Tokyo, it preserves a rich natural environment and is a popular spot where visitors can encounter a wide variety of animals. This article introduces the basic information and details of each area of Ueno Zoo. It is a complete guide packed with helpful tips so even first-time visitors can fully enjoy their visit, so be sure to read to the end.
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[Ueno Park Travel Guide] A Place to Feel Refreshed by Nature and Culture
Ueno Park is a popular sightseeing spot in Tokyo that’s easy to reach and filled with cultural facilities, as well as Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples. It’s actually Japan’s first official park, with a long history of being loved by locals for over 140 years. With so many highlights across its vast grounds, you could easily spend more than a day here. Don’t worry, though. This article will help you understand what makes Ueno Park special and how to enjoy it to the fullest.
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Tokyo Station, Nihonbashi, Marunouchi
Shopping Streets
First Avenue Tokyo Station
3.65 15Directly connected to "Tokyo Station", the gateway to Japan, this commercial facility is filled with the charms of Japan.
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A lot of experiences that you can only have here! "Tokyo Okashi Land"
"Tokyo Okashi Land" is directly connected to Tokyo Station, just outside the "Tokyo Station Yaesu Central Exit ticket gate". Antenna stores of "Ezaki Glico," "Morinaga Seika," "Calbee," and "Kameda Seika," all of which are nationally popular confectionery manufacturers, are located here, where you can not only purchase limited products but also enjoy unique experiences.
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How to enjoy First Avenue Tokyo Station that you can only buy, experience, and enjoy here
This article focuses on "First Avenue Tokyo Station (First Avenue Tokyo Station)", a commercial facility inside Tokyo Station that attracts specialty products and gourmet foods not only from Tokyo but from all over Japan.
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Tokyo's best restaurants in one place! “Tokyo Ramen Street”, where you could go for a week and never get bored!
Directly connected to Tokyo Station, just outside the Yaesu Underground Central Exit ticket gate, Tokyo Ramen Street is home to eight of Tokyo's best-known ramen stores, offering a different genre of ramen every day of the week, even if you go for a week. With not only popular and classic menus from famous restaurants, but also menus exclusive to Tokyo Ramen Street, it is no exaggeration to say that you can fully enjoy Tokyo's ramen here alone.
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A Complete List of Best Ramen Restaurants in Tokyo!
Tokyo is a “ramen arena”, where too many excellent ramen restaurants are concentrated. Dazzled by much choice, quite a few foreign tourists might be of two minds before entering a restaurant to consummate their tours. So, we select and categorize huge popular ramen restaurants and list their information here for your reference!
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Tokyo Character Street, an exciting space for both adults and children
"Tokyo Character Street", where about 30 of the most popular character stores from Japan and abroad are gathered, is located just outside the "Yaesu Underground Central Exit ticket gate" on the B1 floor. Fans have no reason not to visit, as the shops sell limited-edition goods featuring popular characters such as "Pokémon," "Crayon Shin-chan," "Pretty Cure," "Sumikkogurashi," and Studio Ghibli productions. With limited-time-only events and stores, there is always an exciting and attractive space to visit.
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Fuchu, Chofu, Tama
Zoos & Aquariums
HANA・BIYORI
3.60 14A flower park with an all-new spin, in full bloom all-year around.
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Complete Guide to HANA・BIYORI: A Relaxing Spot for Flowers, Digital Art, and Hot Springs
Located on a hill Approx. 100 meters above sea level at the northeastern edge of Tokyo’s Tama Hills, HANA・BIYORI is drawing attention as a relaxing multi-attraction spot where visitors can enjoy seasonal flowers, dreamy digital art, and even natural hot springs. This article introduces the appeal of HANA・BIYORI in detail, from its areas and admission fees to seasonal highlights.
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You can enjoy both day and night! What are the highlights of Yomiuriland, one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in Tokyo?
Yomiuriland, a historic amusement park representing Tokyo, is also famous as a cherry blossom viewing spot with cherry trees in full bloom. During the cherry blossom season, the park is filled with approximately 1,000 cherry trees, including Somei-Yoshino, yamazakura (wild cherry), and shidare-zakura (weeping cherry). From March 20 to April 5, 2026, the park will host the "Night Cherry Blossom Jewellumination," an event where visitors can see gorgeous nighttime cherry blossoms.
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Tachikawa, Hachioji, Machida
Parks & Gardens
Showa Kinen Park
3.52 13On Vast Grounds, Greenery and Seasonal Flowers Decorate this National Park
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Showa Kinen Park Travel Guide: Enjoy Seasonal Flowers and Nature in Tokyo
Showa Kinen Park spans about 445 acres, offering seasonal flowers and abundant nature. Its scenery changes throughout the year, while sports, seasonal events, and traditional Japanese attractions provide plenty to see and do. This article focuses on basic information about Showa Kinen Park and its seasonal highlights.
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“Large orange and golden carpet” made by Iceland poppy, rapeflower, and Nemophila! Please come and visit the Showa Kinen Park (Tachikawa-shi of Tokyo).
Showa Kinen Park is located in Tachikawa-shi where is out of central Tokyo, and is a park comprises about 160 hectares of completed area.
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Gunma
Hot Springs & Hot Spring Resorts
Kusatsu Onsen (Kusatsu Hotspring)
3.49 12A hot spring precinct gushing over 30000 liters of water per minute and one of Japan's three major hotsprings.
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Kusatsu Onsen Travel Guide: One of Japan’s Three Legendary Hot Springs: Enjoy Onsen Culture and Local Food
One of Japan’s Three Legendary Hot Springs, “Kusatsu Onsen,” is a historic hot spring town long loved by shoguns and other notable figures. It’s so famous for its healing properties that there’s even a saying, “There’s no illness it can’t cure-except lovesickness,” earning it the reputation of “Japan’s finest hot spring.” What makes “Kusatsu Onsen” special is that you can experience “healing” by soaking in the baths, “fun” by discovering traditional culture, and the “joy” of local specialty food-all in one trip. In this article, we’ll introduce the charms of “Kusatsu Onsen,” focusing on recommended spots so even first-time visitors can enjoy it.
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[Ikaho Onsen Travel Guide] Enjoy Two Types of Hot Spring Waters and the Charm of a Traditional Onsen Town
Ikaho Onsen has been loved for so long that it even appears in the Manyoshu, Japan’s oldest poetry anthology, and was also cherished by many literary figures. One of its biggest attractions is the two types of hot spring waters that well up here, offering relaxation through their various therapeutic benefits. Another appeal is its easy access from central Tokyo and other nearby areas in the Kanto region. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the charms and highlights of Ikaho Onsen.
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