Close to the station

The Hakone Open-air Museum

Japan’s first open-air art museum where nature and art are in harmony with about 120 sculptures spread across a vast landscape.

Hakone / Museums

Namba Yasaka Shrine

This is a shrine with a lion-headed shrine pavilion that has a great impact, and is a shrine for improving one's luck in the game.

Osaka / Shrines & Temples

Yomiuriland

The representative amusement park of Tokyo that is roughly 30 minutes from Shinjuku Station and can be enjoyed by children and adults throughout the year.

Tama / Amusement Parks & Theme parks

• 14 Nov 2024

  【2023-2024】Your Guide to Good Times at the Yomiuriland Jewellumination

  Every year from winter to spring, the "Jewellumination" is held at Yomiuriland, offering an experience like no other. This event is one of the largest illumination events in the Kanto region, transforming the entire Yomiuriland amusement park into a dream-like space aglow with dazzling lights. Unique to Yomiuriland is the opportunity to enjoy the illuminations while riding on the attractions.

• 1 Mar 2024

  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 19 to April 7, 2024, the park will host the "Night Cherry Blossom Jewellumination," an event where visitors can see gorgeous nighttime cherry blossoms.

• 30 Dec 2022

  Visiting YOMIURILAND on a winter night.

  I visited the YOMIURILAND amusement park to see the Jewellumination (Jewel illumination) .I was especially impressed with the attractions “Light on dance” and “Water fountain fantasy created by the light and sound”.

Yamato Museum
(Kure Maritime Museum)

A museum that showcases Kure’s exquisite shipbuilding technology and teaches about the history and technology of shipbuilding centers.

Kure Area Neighborhood / Museums

Meiji Jingu Museum

This museum exhibits items related to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, the deities of Meiji Jingu Shrine.

Harajuku / Museums

Haneda Airport (Tokyo International Airport)

The airport enjoyed by everyone whether having a flight or not.

Haneda Airport Neighborhood / Airplanes

Ashikaga Flower Park

A paradise of flowers and lights. And in this place, its greatest gift: a stunning tunnel of great wisterias

Ashikaga / Parks & Gardens

• 9 Apr 2023

  Watch, Eat, and Experience! Sightseeing Guide for Kiryu and Ashikaga, Possible Even as a Day Trip from Tokyo!

  The Kiryu and Ashikaga areas are accessible from Tokyo even for just a day trip, and not only are they great places to enjoy activities surrounded by beautiful nature, but they also offer plenty of places to take in, including nostalgic old townscapes and power spots!

• 14 Aug 2022

  A large natural curtain with wisteria in purple and white. “Ashikaga Flower Park” for day trip. (Ashikaga City of Tochigi Prefecture)

  After enter the park, you will see a huge curtain-like made of Japanese wisteria in colour purple and white in front of you...

Okunitama-jinja Shrine

A shrine that boats over 1900 years of history and the guardian dieties of the Musashi Province.

Fuchu / Shrines & Temples

• 24 Sep 2024

  Only 25 minutes from Shinjuku! Original Sushi-Making & Sake Tasting Tour in Fuchu City

  In the 7th century, Fuchu City was the capital of the Musashi Province (covering almost all of modern-day Tokyo, Saitama and part of Kanagawa Prefectures). During the Edo period, the city thrived as a post town. Nowadays, we offer a comprehensive tour where participants can explore Japanese history, culture, and delicious food.

Roppongi Hills

Tokyo’s Luxury Commercial Complex Has an Observatory and a Museum with the Latest in Art.

Roppongi, Azabu / Commercial Buildings

• 10 Oct 2024

  19 things to do in Tokyo

  Tokyo, Japan's largest city and capital, is a melting pot of cultures and people from various regions within the country and abroad, serving as the economic and cultural heart of Japan. The city is not just at the forefront of trends and technology but also home to amazing traditional culture and amazing buildings that embody the essence of Japan, making it arguably the most diversely attractive destination in the country. Consequently, Tokyo is replete with a multitude of tourist spots, gourmet dining, shopping areas, accommodation facilities, and hosts numerous events. For those unsure of where to start their Tokyo sightseeing journey, we've carefully selected some of the best must-visit spots to help guide your travel plans.

• 28 Mar 2024

  Tokyo・Roppongi Hills,Cherry blossoms daytime&night at Mohri Garden!

  This is Tokyo Roppongi Hills. Mohri Garden is a traditional Japanese landscape garden where has attractive cherry blossoms scenery in Spring next to Roppongi Hills Mori Tower and TV Asahi building.

Tokyo Station Ichibangai

Directly connected to "Tokyo Station", the gateway to Japan, this commercial facility is filled with the charms of Japan.

Tokyo Station Neighborhood / Shopping Streets

• 7 May 2024

  How to enjoy Tokyo Station Ichibangai that you can only buy, experience, and enjoy here

  This article focuses on "Tokyo Station Ichibangai", a commercial facility inside Tokyo Station that attracts specialty products and gourmet foods not only from Tokyo but from all over Japan.

• 7 May 2024

  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.

• 27 Nov 2023

  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.

Warayakiya Roppongi

A restaurant where you can enjoy food while watching “kakiyaki,” a cooking method that uses a pillar of fire.

Roppongi, Azabu / Izakaya

Shibuya Center Street

A shopping hub for the bustling younger crowd in the heart of Shibuya.

Shibuya / Shopping Streets

Divercity Tokyo Plaza

A Large Shopping Mall with a Giant Gundam Statue.

Odaiba / Commercial Buildings

Ueno Zoo

Adorable giant pandas are all the buzz at this historic zoo!

Ueno / Zoos & Aquariums

Takeshita Street

The world watches the kawaii (cute) culture shared by this shopping street.

Harajuku / Shopping Streets

Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine

Improving Your Luck to Find that Special Someone?! A Great Power Spot for Matchmaking.

Saitama / Shrines & Temples

Yokohama Cosmo World

An Amusement Park Featuring an Iconic Giant Ferris Wheel, said to be a Symbol of Yokohama

Yokohama / Amusement Parks & Theme parks

Oi Racecourse – Tokyo City Keiba (TCK)

An Amusement Spot with a Variety of Events Focused on Horseracing.

Shinagawa / Experiences Facilities

• 15 Oct 2024

  Great Winter Dating Spot! How to Enjoy Tokyo Mega Illumi

  Of all the many illumination spots in Tokyo, the Oi Racecourse, which presents Tokyo Mega Illumi, is the most popular, ranked 1st for two consecutive years (2022-2023 and 2023-2024) in the Walkerplus+ “Japan’s Most Satisfying Illuminations Ranking.” If you haven’t gone to see it yet, here is our guide on how to enjoy Tokyo Mega Illumi and recommended dating spots in the neighborhood.

• 23 Dec 2023

  The TOKYO MEGA ILLUMINATION 2021-2022 special Invitation! An exclusive perk for foreign residents in Japan!

  The annual TOKYO MEGA ILLUMINATION event, chosen as the winner of the 2020-2021 Walker+ “Best Illuminations to Visit in Japan” ranking, will be held again this year!

• 8 Jun 2021

  Want to explore areas between Haneda Airport and central Tokyo on your way? Then taking Tokyo Monorail is a great idea.

  There are several ways to get to the central part of Tokyo from Haneda Airport including busses, taxis, rental cars and trains (either Tokyo Monorail or Keikyu). Those who have abundant traveling experiences in Japan know which transportation to choose depending on their needs.

TOKYO GIFT PALETTE

Check Out This Spot Featuring a Variety of Colorful Souvenirs.

Tokyo Station Neighborhood / Commercial Buildings

Canal City Hakata

The entertainment city encompassing shopping, gourmet food, hotels and everything.

Fukuoka / Commercial Buildings

Mikimoto Pearl Island

Many highlights including pearl jewelry, demonstrations of culturing technique of a pearl, and demonstrations by women divers.

Mie / Museums

• 29 Aug 2024

  30 Things to Do in Mie

  Mie Prefecture is home to many spiritually significant sites, such as Ise Jingu, one of Japan's premier power spots, and the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The picturesque scenery, surrounded by both sea and mountains, is sure to soothe your soul. Additionally, you can enjoy delicious gourmet dishes made from the bounty of the land and sea. Why not visit Mie for a trip that will recharge both your mind and body?

Sekai no Yamachan Main Store

The "Maboroshi no Tebasaki （“The Phantom Chicken Wings”） with its outstanding peppery spiciness goes great with beer!

Aichi / Japanese Cuisine

HUIS TEN BOSCH

A resort park full of excitement, where you can be healed by colorful flowers and twinkling lights.

Nagasaki / Amusement Parks & Theme parks

• 7 Aug 2024

  26 Things to Do in Nagasaki

  The greatest charm of Nagasaki, which has flourished as an international trading port, is its exotic cityscape. Nagasaki is the only place where you can feel the unique blend of foreign and Japanese cultures. Of course, Nagasaki's appeal doesn't stop there. The city is also popular among history enthusiasts, with many historical buildings telling of its rich past. Here, we have carefully selected must-visit sightseeing spots, gourmet experiences, and accommodations in Nagasaki, a city full of attractions.

• 26 Oct 2022

  HUIS TEN BOSCH; Flowers & Light Kingdom in Kyusyu

  The destination for this trip was “HAUS TEN BOSCH” in Sasebo City, Nagasaki in Kyusyu area. The reason we picked this theme park was to visit the “must-see” event, “Flower & Light Kingdom”.

Nakasu Yataigai (food stall street)

A food stall street packed with the gourmet city Hakata’s choice tastes.

Fukuoka / Tourist Attractions

Salmon Hometown Chitose Aquarium

Hokkaido's largest aquarium specializing in freshwater fish.

Chitose and Tomakomai / Zoos & Aquariums