The National Museum of Modern Art Tokyo
It was opened in December 1952 as Japan’s first national art museum, which curates works in a wide variety of genres from late 19th century up to the present and shares in exhibitions.
The museum is located inside Kitanomaru Park, and the surroundings are beautiful—perfect for a stroll or just relaxing.
Kaiyukan
Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2020, this aquarium is located in Osaka. The aquarium, which recreates the natural environment surrounding the Pacific Ocean, is home to a total of 620 species and 30,000 living things.
The exhibits are really thoughtfully designed, recreating different natural ocean environments. Each area makes you feel like you're actually in the animals' natural habitats.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Osaka
Originally launched in 1932 with a mission to foster “knowledge and learning through fun”, this themepark is dedicated to the same LEGO® blocks that are loved by kids and parents around the world.
The park features lots of amazing LEGO models, including famous buildings, cityscapes, and character figures. They're really impressive!
Okayama Korakuen
Tsunamasa Ikeda, the feudal lord of Okayama ordered the creation of this garden as a spot of relaxation. In 1700, the garden was complete. As the years went by, the scenery of the garden changed. Once a relaxing spot, the garden gained kinetic energy with the creation of water streams, and lakes.
Korakuen has these wide, open lawns, so if you stand on a higher spot, you can see the whole garden at a glance. Plus, Okayama Castle is nearby, so you can visit both together.
Universal Studios Japan
Universal Studios Japan, nicknamed “USJ”, is a large-scale theme park with entertainment for everyone, both children and adults alike. The park is separated into different areas, each with a different theme from popular titles across the world.
If you want to check out the Harry Potter area, you should head there as soon as you enter the park and get in line. There are crowd controls, and you'll totally regret it if you miss out.
Tokyo Disneyland
Known and loved as the “kingdom of dreams and magic”, this full-scale themepark is just a 15 min. train ride from Tokyo Station.
I've been here more than three times, and every time I watch the Disney parade, I get so moved. It's always such a heartwarming experience.