Near Shinjuku

Sengakuji Temple – Visit The Resting Place of the 47 Ronin

(Image by David Pursehouse via http://www.flickr.com/photos/mdid/3895656935/) Sengakuji Temple is not only a historical site, but also a religious one. It…

3 years ago

Asukayama Park – A Great Cherry Blossom Viewing Spot For Families

(Image by Guilhem Vellut via http://www.flickr.com/photos/o_0/13593201395/ Located in the Kita ward of northern Tokyo near Oji station, Asukayama Park is…

3 years ago

Ginza Itoya – Japan’s Most Famous Stationery Specialty Store

(Image by hiroaki maeda via http://www.flickr.com/photos/torisan3500/3190982088/) Ginza is one of Tokyo’s prime areas for glitzy shopping and dining, uniting some…

3 years ago

Tsukishima Monja Street – Enjoy Tokyo’s Local Specialty, “Monjayaki”!

(Image by t-mizo via http://www.flickr.com/photos/tmizo/8344508921/) Have you ever heard “Monjayaki”? If you visit Tokyo, Monjayaki is a food delicacy that…

3 years ago

Kanda Myojin Shrine – Visit The Guardian Deity of Edo!

(Image by elminium via http://www.flickr.com/photos/lumen850/5460873303/) Kanda Myojin Shrine has been historically revered by Tokyo's residents as the "guardian deity of…

3 years ago

Tobacco and Salt Museum – Learn About Its History and Culture in Japan and Beyond!

(Image by Ann Lee via http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyesuta/29679818878/) The Tobacco and Salt Museum first opened in the Shibuya ward of Tokyo in…

3 years ago

Hike The Hugely Popular Mount Takao!

(Image by Dick Thomas Johnson via http://www.flickr.com/photos/31029865@N06/8283321851/) With its lush nature, varied activities and extremely easy access from Shinjuku, Mount…

3 years ago

Sanrio Puroland – Experience Japan’s Kawaii World

(Image by Alvin Leong via http://www.flickr.com/photos/leonghongrui/5167114604/) Hello Kitty may be one of Japan's most famous international exports. Luckily for Sanrio,…

3 years ago

Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa – Must-See Dolphin Show!

(Image by Zengame via http://www.flickr.com/photos/zengame/28643787448/) If you can’t get to the coast or corals, why not try the Aqua Park…

3 years ago

Oedo Antique Market – The Best Place For Antique Lovers

(Image by Guilhem Vellut via http://www.flickr.com/photos/o_0/13842616063/) Tokyo boasts an abundance of antique markets selling many kinds of valuable antiques. As…

3 years ago