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Keio Department Store, Shinjuku

Keio Department Store, Shinjuku is a large department store directly connected to Keio Line Shinjuku Station. It spans 11 floors from B1F to RF, covering a wide range of categories including food, cosmetics, daily goods, fashion, and restaurants. Since opening in 1964, it has been popular with shoppers of all ages for its diverse selection and comfortable spaces.

Shinjuku, Okubo, Yoyogi, Yotsuya
Commercial Buildings

2 Sep 2026 See More

If you're staying near Shinjuku, I think Keio Department Store is pretty convenient. After being out sightseeing all day, it's easy to stop by the basement food floor before heading back to the hotel and pick up a bento or prepared food to eat in your room.

Zuishinin Temple

The head temple of the Zentsuji school of Shingon Buddhism, it is said to be the place where Heian-period poet Ono no Komachi spent her later years. The current halls were rebuilt after the Keicho era, and the main hall, built in the shinden-zukuri style, enshrines the principal image, a seated Nyoirin Kannon Bosatsu statue designated as an Important Cultural Property, a seated Kongosatta statue by Kaikei, and a seated Amida Nyorai statue said to be the work of Jocho.

Gion, Higashiyama, Yamashina
Shrines & Temples

22 Aug 2026 See More

Zuishinin Temple isn't located in Kyoto's busiest tourist area, so many first-time visitors to Kyoto skip it altogether. But because of that, it has retained a quieter atmosphere. The scenery is especially beautiful during the fall foliage or spring plum blossom seasons, making it a great place for people visiting Kyoto for the second or third time.

Toganoo-san Kosanji Temple

An ancient temple standing deep in the mountains of northwestern Kyoto City, founded in the early Kamakura period by the monk Myoe at the imperial request of Retired Emperor Go-Toba. It is designated as part of the UNESCO World Heritage site “Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto” and its grounds are also registered as a National Historic Site. The temple also houses more than 10,000 National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties. One of Kosanji Temple’s most famous treasures is the National Treasure “Choju Jinbutsu Giga.”

Arashiyama, Sagano, Nishiyama
Shrines & Temples

30 Jul 2026 See More

It was my first time visiting Toganoo-san Kosanji Temple, and what I liked most was the peaceful atmosphere. The path is lined with trees and old buildings, which feels completely different from the bustle of central Kyoto.

Oya History Museum

Oya stone was mined from the area near Oyamachi, Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture, and was also used as a building material for the former Imperial Hotel. The "Oya Museum" is the one that passes on the history of mining.

Tochigi
Museums

15 Jul 2026 See More

The scale of the underground space is truly impressive. The lighting against the stone walls creates such a mysterious atmosphere.

Oya History Museum is especially comfortable to visit in the summer. It stays cool inside year-round, and walking through the spacious underground area feels wonderfully refreshing.

Starbucks Reserve® Roastery Tokyo

Starbucks Reserve® Roastery Tokyo is one of only five Starbucks Roasteries worldwide and the only one in Japan. It houses an on-site roastery within its 2,966-square-meter space. This special venue brings together a passion for coffee, Japanese craftsmanship, and the spirit of hospitality. The building, designed by architect Kengo Kuma, is also a highlight.

Nakameguro, Daikanyama
Cafés

25 Jun 2026 See More

I was really surprised after visiting the Starbucks Reserve Roastery Tokyo. It's completely different from a typical Starbucks! The moment you step inside, you're surrounded by the aroma of coffee beans. The huge copper roaster is an impressive sight, and it's fascinating to watch the beans move through the copper pipes. Each of the four floors has a different style, and the wooden interior designed by Kengo Kuma feels warm and refined. You can also see the Meguro River in the distance from the third-floor terrace.

The baristas are incredibly skilled, and the freshly roasted beans have such a rich aroma. You can watch the entire process as the coffee goes from green beans to a finished drink. The overall experience is fantastic, and coffee lovers should definitely make a pilgrimage here!

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