Tokyo Travel Stories

Jul 29, 2025 • 9 min read

There is no better way to experience your 20s than by seeing the world. Our writers share their favorite destinations to visit.

Jul 16, 2025 • 5 min read

Cherry blossom in spring; festivals in summer; foliage in fall; and fewer crowds in winter. Here's when to visit Tokyo.

Jul 14, 2025 • 5 min read

In a city ravenous for art, these museums and galleries ensure that travelers, and even Tokyoites, will never get bored.

Jul 13, 2025 • 10 min read

Tokyo has one of the best public transport systems in the world, and we've got all the insider info you need to use it.

Jun 2, 2025 • 8 min read

Tokyo is incredibly engaging, with is its wide array of things to do and places to see, each with a distinct personality and charm.

May 14, 2025 • 8 min read

Want to see the best of Tokyo without blowing the budget? Here's our list of the best things to do in the Japanese capital without spending a single yen.

May 12, 2025 • 9 min read

Have the best eating experience in Tokyo with our tips on local dining customs and what to expect at restaurants.

May 1, 2025 • 10 min read

Here are our expert tips for eating sushi – one of Japan’s most famous culinary exports – in Tokyo.

Apr 12, 2025 • 10 min read

Slurp up endless tasty bowls of noodles right alongside Tokyo locals with this comprehensive guide to the city's top ramen shops.

Apr 7, 2025 • 6 min read

Ever-fashionable Harajuku is a favorite of both Tokyoites and visitors. Here’s a full guide to this one-of-a-kind neighborhood.

Apr 2, 2025 • 6 min read

With its youthful vibe and boundless energy, Shibuya is arguably the most vibrant part of Tokyo. Here’s all first-time visitors need to know.

Mar 31, 2025 • 5 min read

Heading to Tokyo? Avoid common pitfalls, respect local customs and make the most of your trip to the Japanese capital with these insider tips.

Mar 26, 2025 • 9 min read

From touring the Ghibli Museum to dining on top Japanese cuisine, here's our pick of the best experiences in Tokyo.

Mar 20, 2025 • 13 min read

These 10-day and two-week Japan itineraries can help you plan the perfect trip.

Mar 17, 2025 • 17 min read

The scale of Tokyo can feel overwhelming to visitors. Plan your time with this neighborhood guide.

Mar 4, 2025 • 7 min read

Tokyo's electric modernity versus Kyoto's classical elegance: two writers debate which Japanese city offers the best experience.

Nov 11, 2024 • 8 min read

Tokyo serves up an intoxicating mix of drinking destinations. Here's how to have the best night out in Japan's capital.

Mar 22, 2024 • 5 min read

After enjoying Tokyo's charms, we recommend a day trip to see temples, hike mountains and bathe in hot springs. Here are the top day trips from Tokyo.

Aug 25, 2023 • 7 min read

Crowded, colorful and charismatic; Tokyo is great fun for families. Here are the best things to do with kids.

Mar 14, 2023 • 7 min read

Tokyo is known as a city of juxtapositions, but never is this more true than when you’re exploring the city's independent art scene. Here's how to do it.

Jun 6, 2022 • 6 min read

Japan's capital has plenty of ordinary hotels – but who comes to Tokyo for ordinary?

Apr 19, 2022 • 5 min read

Within two hours of Tokyo are some thriving beach towns, with cafe culture and vibrant surf scenes. Here are the very best.