2024.03.09 04:54Takeshita StreetPossibly the busiest shopping street in Tokyo, Takeshita-dori is known for it’s alternative fashion and interesting offerings. While the whole area is filled with department stores and trendy boutiques, it’s the rough-and-ready style of many of the stores on Takeshita that keep it interesting. Often used as a location to test ne...
2024.03.09 04:53HarajukuThe origin of Japan pop culture, and Kawaii Harajuku runs on sugar and hormones. It’s home to many of Japan’s youth sub-cultures and is a magnet for Tokyo’s many underground fashion scenes (don’t call them cosplayers!) and merchants of cool. It’s also the source of Tokyo’s best crepes—more about that below. Harajuku is one ...
2024.03.09 04:51Shibuya SkyIf you have a head for heights or sights, Shibuya Sky has one of the best panoramic views across Tokyo. This open-air observation deck on the 47th floor of Shibuya Scramble Square offers glimpses of Tokyo Skytree, Tokyo Tower, and even Mt. Fuji.This makes Shibuya Sky one of the best places in Tokyo to take that perfect holiday s...
2024.03.09 04:51Shibuya Nonbei YokochoHomePlacesA yokocho (back alley) next to the train tracks in Shibuya that is filled with tiny bars and eateries. “Nonbei” is a colloquial term for a drinker.Development has been encroaching on the area for some time, so you should experience this traditional Tokyo booze alley before its gone.The street is deserted until the sun ...
2024.03.09 04:49Shibuya Scramble SquareShopping, sightseeing, and style combine in the Shibuya Scramble Square complex. Named after the famous crossing only a stone’s throw away, this building is a monolith of high-end designer stores, chic cosmetic boutiques, and everything from quick snacks to fine dining.While stopping off at Coach or Balenciaga won’t be too kind ...
2024.03.09 04:47Shibuya, Young and pop cultureShibuya (渋谷) is one of the 23 city wards of Tokyo, but often refers to just the popular shopping and entertainment area found around Shibuya Station. In this regard, Shibuya is one of Tokyo's most colorful and busy districts, packed with shopping, dining and nightclubs serving swarms of visitors that come to the district everyda...
2024.03.09 04:44Tokyo Metropolitan TheatreTokyo Metropolitan Theatre was opened in October, 1990 by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government as a base to promote art and culture and its globalization among the citizens by presenting quality programs mainly in the fields of music, theatre, opera, and dance. The theatre features a Concert Hall, which is designed exclusively for ...
2024.03.09 04:36Pockemon Center TokyoOpen since the end of 2014, this mega-shop offers the biggest selection of Pokemon goods in Japan, including lots of limited-edition items. You'll find everything from Pokemon-themed ramen, curry and candies to tableware, slippers and stationery. There are also a few arcade games at the front of the store. The store's aisles are...
2024.03.09 04:34Nanja Town IkebukuroHours: 10:00 to 21:00 (entry until 20:00)Closed: No closing daysAdmission: 1000 yen (entry only), 3700 yen (entry and unlimited rides)Namja Town is an indoor theme park by Namco, the creator of Pacman and many other arcade games and leisure products. Namja Town includes various small rides and attractions. There are two food cor...
2024.03.09 04:32Sunshine City AquariumSunshine AquariumHours vary; typically 9:30 to 21:00 in spring and summer, and 10:00 to 18:00 in autumn and winterClosed: No closing daysAdmission: 2600-2800 yen depending on the dayThe Sunshine Aquarium exhibits creatures from seas, oceans and tropical forests around the world, including stingrays, sunfish, frogs, snakes, pengu...