Tokyo Travel Stories

Aug 13, 2025 • 6 min read

Hiking is among the best ways to explore the area’s natural gems. Many routes are accessible by public transit, and some even have dedicated cable cars.

Aug 11, 2025 • 5 min read

Gadgets, manga, high-end fashion, traditional Japanese crafts – stores around Tokyo sell items you never knew existed but will now desperately want.

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 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 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.