5 Tips and Tricks when visiting Enoshima Island

Welcome!If you have stumbled across this article, chances are you are looking for the perfect day-trip or adventure away from the bustling city of Tokyo. Enoshi

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THE IZU PENINSULA, Tokyo's Best Weekend Getaway

Typical Tokyo summers consist of disgusting heat, choking humidity, crowded subways, sweaty backs, sweaty thighs, and sweaty Ojii-sans pressed up against you on

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Chilling Tales for Hot Nights: Ghosts in Japan

The sound of wind chimes dancing. Shaved ice in every flavor imaginable slowly succumbing to the heat. Fireworks coloring the night sky while an army of cicadas

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Article by Paul M.

Surviving Summer in Japan

Okay, let's face it, summer in Japan is brutal. Whether you hail from cool climates or sticky summery ones, chances are that Japan will still be a challenge for

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Sight in Tokyo

Hyakuhironotaki Falls

This 40-meter tall waterfall is famous for its colorful autumn leaves in the fall. (Caution: the trail leading to the waterfall is quite steep and long, handrai

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Ibaraki Food Guide

Hitachi BeefIbaraki is known for its delicious beef, including Hitachi Beef, a brand of high-quality meat that is considered to be one of Japan’s best wagyu (Ja

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Article by Lauren Shannon

Summer Obon in Japan: Ghosts, Fire and Dancing

Ghost stories and spirits walking the earth; summer 'Obon' season is upon us in Japan. Obon, to outsiders seems like a summer holiday of food, festivals, travel and dancing, but all of these summer traditions are rooted in a more ghostly and spiritual tradition.

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Article by Lynnie Lim

Magic for a rainy day

We're now well into the Japanese season of rain - beautifully named tsuyu, or baiyu (梅雨), the months of June and July see many days of rainfall. While this is o

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5 reasons why rainy season shouldn't get you down!

It's a rainy, dreary day in Tokyo today as I'm writing this - which makes me think that perhaps rainy season is hitting us a little early this year! Usually the

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Trip Planner

Plan your perfect trip to Japan! Simply click the 'Add to Trip' button on any of the 20,000 sights and hotels featured on this site. With sights across all 47 Japanese Prefectures, we hope to introduce to a number of hidden gems off the beaten track.

Need a little inspiration? Be sure to check out our trip planner overview as well as the pre-made trips below!

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Rainy Day at Sunshine City

The perfect way to spend a rainy day in Tokyo is at Sunshine City located on the East side of Ikebukuro.

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The 5 Lakes of Fuji

Located in Fujigoku, Fuji's famous lakes offer breathtaking views and serve as a hub for outdoor activities. With plenty of hiking trails, camping spots and even ski slopes, this is the perfect area for those that love the outdoors!

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Day Trip to Kamakura

Kamakura is just South of Tokyo and is an easy getaway destination for anyone living in the city. With its various temples, shrines, beaches, hiking trails, and shopping streets, Kamakura allows you to fulfill a whole day of relaxation.

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Tokyo Record Stores

here's nothing quite like putting on a record. And Tokyo boasts a good number of record stores with wide range sub-genres, old and new.

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Intern Ellie's Cycle Kyoto Bike Tour

Our intern Ellie went on a trip to Kyoto and joined a cycling tour! Check out the spots she visited in this handy collection.

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Today's selected sights

Sight in Tokyo

Good Town Doughnuts

Good Town Doughnuts is a classic American doughnut cafe located in Shibuya.

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Sight in Shiga

Mangetsu-ji Temple Ukimido

Mangetsu-ji, or Ukimido floating temple hall, is well known for being one of the Eight Views of Omi (the most scenic views) in Shiga Prefecture.

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Nude N' Rude

Nude n' rude is a punkish clothing store located in Shibuya-ku.

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Omori Shell Mound Park

Omori Shell Mound Park commemorates the site of Japan’s first archeological dig, a Jomon period (14,000 BC to 300 BC) seaside village.

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Sight in Ehime

Sen'yu-ji Temple

Sen'yu-ji Temple, located in Ehime, is the fifty-eighth temple of the Shikoku 88 temple pilgrimage.

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Sight in Oita

Oka Castle Remains

Oka Castle, located in the former Bungo Province, was built in 1185 by Ogata Koreyoshi.

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Sight in Hokkaido

Hoheikyo Onsen

Hoheikyo Onsen is a traditional Japanese hot spring with a spa and restaurant.

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Sight in Wakayama

The Museum of Modern Art, Wakayama

As its name suggests, this is a museum of modern art located near Wakayama castle in Wakayama prefecture. The museum contains various types of Japanese modern a

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Sight in Osaka

Intex Osaka

Recognized as one of the most sophisticated and predominant international exhibition centers in Japan, Intex Osaka offers around 70,000 meters square of exhibit

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Article by Megan and Ash Alonzo-Wood

Swallowtail Butler Cafe

One of the etched mirrors that greets you as you wait to enter the establishment.Transversing Tokyo is both amazing and exhausting. As the city that is always m

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Article by Donna Rhae

Snack Attack: Cheap Japanese Desserts and Street Food

Food is probably one of the best things about any country you visit. Food gives you the opportunity to actually taste another culture and it's something you can

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Article by Tokyo Creative

Why the Newest MUJI Ginza and Hotel is a Must See Spot in Tokyo Part 1

Sharing with you part one of our in depth feature of MUJI Ginza the flagship store taking over central Tokyo!

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Article by Cameron Hilker

Japanese Service Astounds Again as Passionate Post Office Personnel Personally Procures and Provides Pertinent Paperwork

I’m an American living in the inaka (countryside) of Japan. Life in Japan is full of surprises and unexpected kindnesses. Hearkening back to my first few months

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Article by Donna Rhae

Birthdays: Customs and Important Dates

Birthdays are the one day of the year where everything is about you! Gifts, cake and parties are all customary in the United States and Canada no matter what ag

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A glimpse of Japan's festivals - all in the one spot!

There are many brilliant reasons to pay Japan a visit - the amazing festival culture here being one of them. What do you do though if a particular festival you

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Article by Dr Nozman & Lilly

Tashirojima: The island where cats are kings

Walking among cats...Cats #1We stayed in Sendai for couples of days, and we planned a 1 day trip to a Japanese cat island (Tashirojima).How we got there :Sendai

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Article by Midori Nishida

Travel Back in Time at Kawagoe

Saitama Prefecture, which is part of the Greater Tokyo Area, often gets a bad rep for being a "bed town" with not much to offer besides a place to live comforta

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Article by Nibai にばい

3 Large Anime Conventions in Japan

Animes and mangas represent a pretty great part of the Japanese culture, so everyone reading this should know what these things are. If you don't, I'll explain

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Introducing TC Wi-Fi

Exploring Japan can be both fun and challenging, and the ability to easily get online can give you peace of mind whilst travelling. From staying connected with family and friends to looking up train times in a hurry, there’s no doubting the convenience of a portable Wi-Fi connection.

Tokyo Creative has partnered with one of Japan’s leading pocket Wi-Fi providers to offer a new convenient and affordable rental service for use across the whole of Japan.

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Today's selected Regions

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Iwate

Iwate is the prefecture with the largest landmass in Japan. It is on the Pacific coast in the northern Tohoku region. The capital city Morioka is famous for its

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Kumamoto

Kumamoto is in the center of Kyushu Island, and Mount Aso is the beloved heart of this beautiful prefecture. Aso-Kuju, Unzen-Amakusa National Parks, Mount Yabah

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Yamanashi

Yamanashi, about 1½ hours from Tokyo, is surrounded by high mountains and is covered by huge beautiful forests, including Mount Fuji and the 5 lakes area. Visit

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Gunma

Famous for its gorgeous mountains and luxurious onsens (hot springs) Gunma is a nature lover's delight. Maebashi City, home to many parks and flower gardens, is

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Okinawa

There’s a reason why over 10 million people visit Okinawa every year – Japan's southernmost island is a natural wonder, with pristine beaches, friendly people a

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Fukui

Fukui is a small prefecture on the coast of the Sea of Japan. When you explore this beautiful area you can see gorgeous rocky coastlines and beaches, taste fres

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Miyazaki

Miyazaki prefecture is on the southeastern side of Kyushu and is known for its majestic mountains and rugged coastal scenery. Surfing has grown in popularity he

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Oita

Oita is sometimes called the “Nara of the West”. It is located in the northeast of Kyushu and is best known for the city of Beppu which has more onsen (hot spri

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Saitama

Saitama is often overshadowed by its more popular southern neighbor Tokyo, but for those who care to look closer, Saitama abounds with amazing experiences. Take

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