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3 Must-Try Traditional Japanese Sweets in Tokyo

Other Cafes and Sweets

Traditional Japanese sweets, or wagashi, make great snacks and souvenirs and are often enjoyed with green tea. The 3 delights presented there will take you on a culinary adventure all over Tokyo's shitamachi-older quarters of the city areas reminiscent of times gone by. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a long time resident of Tokyo, there’s something on this list for you. Check out our article on Japanese sweets for a primer before you go!

Beautiful Nikko! Must-See Spots to Discover Japan's Nature, History, and Culture

Must-See
Unique, Trendy, and Strange Japanese T-Shirts in Traditional Asakusa

Asakusa Gift Shops
The Japanese KitKat Journey - Taste Testing
Captain Tsubasa in Saitama: The Soccer Legend Becomes a Giant Stained Glass Artwork!

Saitama Suburbs Manga
Kawagoe: Explore “Little Edo” in Kimono!

Saitama Suburbs Other Sightseeing
10 Super Kawaii Character Items Sold at Best 100 Yen Shop Daiso

Shinjuku 100 Yen Shops
Izakaya Bunka - A Charming Pub With a Quirky Twist!

Asakusa Nabe

7 Brand-New and Renewed Spots in Tokyo - Spring 2018 Edition!

Shibuya Department Stores

Right now, Tokyo is preparing itself for the Olympic Games in 2020 and thus undergoes some serious construction rush! Both locals and visitors can look forward to brand-new commercial complexes, and more. Especially noteworthy is the area of Shibuya Station, which will be home to various new and fancy hotels! 2018 offers a fabulous foretaste of shiny new Tokyo! We have chosen 7 noteworthy spots all around the city that have just been opened or entirely renewed!

Matcha, Strawberries, and More: Tokyo’s Top 5 Must-Try Sweets Spots of 2018!

Harajuku Other Cafes and Sweets
These 7 Drinks Perfectly Capture the Taste of Winter in Japan
Japan’s Capsule Toys: the Gashapon Saga of Fun, Surprise, and Constant Evolution!

Tokyo Station
Stay Warm with Art in 2018: Tokyo's 8 Best Exhibitions in January - March

Other Sightseeing
Tokyo Station’s Top 5 Recommended Station Lunches

Tokyo Station Other Restaurants
Ask the Cards: Popular Tokyo Fortune Teller Reveals Your Horoscope for May!

Ginza

Cozy and Fun: Experience Casual Tokyo at a “Pub Under the Rails”

Ginza Izakaya

When talking about Japanese culture, we think of a lot of things: samurai, geisha, tea, sushi... but no one ever seems to mention izakaya, traditional Japanese pubs. They boast a unique and fun atmosphere, are wonderfully casual, and tickle your taste buds with all sorts of delicacies. Lately, they’ve become a must-see recommendation in guidebooks and travel blogs. There are various types of izakaya all around Japan and today, we want to introduce one unique kind of Japanese pub to you: the one under the train tracks.

The 8 Little Things that Really Make Us Love Japan!
[MOVIE] A Walking Tour along Narita Omotesando

Narita Old Towns (Shitamachi)
The 7 Best Neighborhoods to Go Shopping in Tokyo

Other Shopping
Japanese KitKat: The Secret Stories Behind the 300+ Unique Flavors
7 Secrets for Snapping Perfect Photos of Sakura

Gardens
5 Reasons Why There Are So Many Vending Machines in Japan

Other Shopping

Exploring Tokyo: 3 Must-Visit Spots around Tokyo Station

Tokyo Station

Tokyo Station is a large hub connecting the Japanese capital to all corners of Japan’s main island – and beyond. While a lot of people mainly visit the area for the massive station, it has a lot of shops, restaurants, and sightseeing spots to offer that are sure to enrich your trip! Whether you’re waiting for a bullet train or feel like exploring beyond the premises of Tokyo Station, we’ve selected three diverse must-visit spots when you’re in the area!

Your Japan Adventure Continues At The Airport: The Ultimate Guide to Shopping and Dining at Haneda Airport!

Haneda Other Restaurants
Kichijoji – Explore Tokyo’s Top-Rated Stylish Suburb in Half a Day!

Kichijoji Other Sightseeing
The Ultimate Shopping Experience: How Tokyo's Service Staff Conveys Japanese Hospitality to International Tourists
10 Major Cities in Japan: Which One Should You Visit?

Downtown
Touring Around Kamakura - Savor Local Delights in Kamakura’s Traditionally Japanese Townscape!

Kamakura Historical Places
Tokyo’s Top Hotel Chains: Quality Rooms That Won't Bust Your Budget!

Hotels

Where to Stay in Tokyo? A Guide to All Areas and Their Accommodations

Hotels

Tokyo is a massive city, with innumerable shopping, sightseeing, and gourmet hot spots to explore. Touring every nook and cranny of the metropolis is impossible, especially if you only stay for a limited amount of time. Choosing your accommodation – your sightseeing headquarters, so to say – is key. Because deciding where to stay is so vital to your trip, we’ll break down Tokyo’s main areas and their accommodations, as well as look at the areas’ major sights and general atmospheres. With that, you’re sure to find just the right place for you!

[MOVIE] A Japanese Drum Experience at TAIKO-LAB

Shibuya Other Sightseeing

Have you always wanted to learn a traditional Japanese instrument? How about one that makes you exercise in the process? If the deep sound and rhythms of the traditional Japanese taiko drums have always spoken to you, why not try your hand at taiko drumming with a dynamic class? As I learned at TAIKO-LAB in Aoyama, taiko is more than just making sound; it’s about feeling the rhythm through your entire being!