Japanese landscape gardens don't just showcase seasonal beauty; they also seek to recreate an idealised version of nature
Things to Do
Your comprehensive guide to the best things to do in Tokyo
11 best museums in Tokyo for kids and families
With arts, science, dinosaurs, robots and the opportunity to drive a shinkansen, these Tokyo museums are perfect for the young and old alike
9 best onsen and sento in Tokyo for people with tattoos
Got ink? These welcoming, tattoo-friendly bathhouses won't mind
15 best day trips from Tokyo
Find some of Japan’s most beautiful temples, hiking trails and nature attractions no more than a few hours from Tokyo
24 best things to do in Yanaka: restaurants, cafés, shops and attractions
Yanaka is one of Tokyo's coolest neighbourhoods, where traditional and modern Tokyo co-exist
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What's on in Tokyo
What's new in Tokyo
Tokyo is ranked the sixth most walkable city in the world
Tokyo is ranked the sixth most walkable city in the world
Japan’s capital is the only non-European entry to rank among the top ten pedestrian-friendly cities on the list
In photos: Tokyo's first Sailor Moon manhole covers are now installed at Azabu-Juban
In photos: Tokyo's first Sailor Moon manhole covers are now installed at Azabu-Juban
They're here – you can now go searching for your favourite Sailor Guardians in Tokyo’s Azabu-Juban neighbourhood
8 best parks and gardens to see late-blooming cherry blossoms in Tokyo this spring
8 best parks and gardens to see late-blooming cherry blossoms in Tokyo this spring
Missed the main sakura event? There are other varieties of cherry blossoms that bloom from mid- to late-April
See all the spring flowers in bloom at Garden Necklace Yokohama for free
See all the spring flowers in bloom at Garden Necklace Yokohama for free
Parks and gardens in Yokohama will be bursting with colourful blooms from cherry blossoms and tulips to roses and more
This touring Ghibli exhibition is now in Yokosuka, just outside of Tokyo
This touring Ghibli exhibition is now in Yokosuka, just outside of Tokyo
Explore the world of Ghibli and its iconic characters at the Toshio Suzuki and Ghibli Exhibition in Yokosuka Museum of Art
The world’s largest projection mapping show is now held in Shinjuku every night
The world’s largest projection mapping show is now held in Shinjuku every night
The nightly display at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building is certified by the Guinness World Records
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Tokyo by neighbourhood
20 best restaurants, cafés, shops and things to do in Nakano
20 best restaurants, cafés, shops and things to do in Nakano
Just one train stop from Shinjuku, this chilled neighbourhood is famous for anime stores, cosy cafés and casual restaurants
40 best restaurants, cafés, shops and things to do in Nakameguro
40 best restaurants, cafés, shops and things to do in Nakameguro
All along the sakura-lined Meguro River, the shops, restaurants and cafés here reward exploration at any time of year
50 things to do in Harajuku
50 things to do in Harajuku
Where to shop, eat and drink in Tokyo’s capital of kawaii, from the best fashion boutiques to the trendiest cafés
40 things to do in Shimokitazawa: restaurants, cafés, coffee, shops and more
40 things to do in Shimokitazawa: restaurants, cafés, coffee, shops and more
This west Tokyo neighbourhood is a hub for vintage fashion, vinyl records and independent cafés and restaurants
20 best things to do in Koenji: restaurants, cafés, coffee, shops and more
20 best things to do in Koenji: restaurants, cafés, coffee, shops and more
Explore this cool 'hood in Suginami City known for its vintage shopping, underground music scene and hip eateries
20 best things to do in Daikanyama
20 best things to do in Daikanyama
Vintage shops, galleries, speakeasies, cafés and more – Tokyo's coolest neighbourhood is a mix of the city's best bits
Things to do outdoors in Tokyo
7 most beautiful Japanese gardens in Tokyo
Japanese landscape gardens don't just showcase seasonal beauty; they also seek to recreate an idealised version of nature
4 best theme parks and amusement parks in central Tokyo
These four amusement parks are right here in the city, with a whole lot of thrills, rides and attractions for a fun day out
Best rooftop gardens in Tokyo
Relax in one of these secret gardens, found way above ground on the city's shopping mall rooftops
Best nature escapes in Tokyo
Venture into the great outdoors without leaving Tokyo, from a bamboo forest and nature parks to lush river valleys and more
Time Out meets the World
Tokyo meets the World
Tokyo meets the World
A Time Out Tokyo interview series with the ambassadors to Japan who call Tokyo home
Tokyo meets the world: Tunisia
Tokyo meets the world: Tunisia
Talking cultural and culinary discoveries, Olympic memories and the many facets of the Japan-Tunisia relationship with Ambassador Mohamed Elloumi
Tokyo meets the world, special edition: cycling in Tokyo
Tokyo meets the world, special edition: cycling in Tokyo
Dutch ambassador Peter van der Vliet and architect Manabu Chiba share their ideas on how to make Tokyo a more bike-friendly city and how to turn Japan into a...
Tokyo meets the world: Norway
Tokyo meets the world: Norway
Ambassador Inga Nyhamar on valuing nature and the environment, the keys to a Nordic-style work-life balance, and where to get a taste of Norwegian pastries and...
Tokyo meets the world: Malaysia
Tokyo meets the world: Malaysia
Ambassador Dato’ J. Kennedy on where to get the best Malaysian food in Tokyo, why having more halal-certified restaurants is a plus for everyone and why...
Tokyo meets the world: Argentina
Tokyo meets the world: Argentina
Recently arrived ambassador Guillermo Hunt shares his first impressions of Tokyo, talks up Japan’s tourism prospects and goes into detail on why...
Tokyo attractions
9 best glamping getaways near Tokyo
9 best glamping getaways near Tokyo
These luxury campgrounds in neighbouring Chiba and Saitama prove you don’t have to travel far to get back to nature
Best free museums in Tokyo
Best free museums in Tokyo
Here are our favourite free museums in Tokyo for art, history and even kids
Best museums in Tokyo for kids and families
Best museums in Tokyo for kids and families
With arts, science, dinosaurs, robots and the opportunity to drive a shinkansen, these Tokyo museums are perfect for the young and old alike
Best places to see incredible views of the Tokyo skyline
Best places to see incredible views of the Tokyo skyline
Want to see Tokyo from the top? Visit these observation decks for the best views in the capital
50 things to do in Harajuku
50 things to do in Harajuku
Where to shop, eat and drink in Tokyo’s ‘kawaii’ capital
Best indoor theme parks and amusement parks in Tokyo
Best indoor theme parks and amusement parks in Tokyo
Have fun while staying warm at these indoor attractions: meet Hello Kitty, play Lego all day, explore virtual reality, and more
Sports & Fitness
The most scenic jogging routes in Tokyo
Get in a good run while sightseeing around Tokyo Bay, Imperial Palace, Asakusa and Nakameguro
These public pools in Tokyo are now open for summer
Beat the summer heat at these public pools in Minato, Setagaya, Shibuya, Meguro and more
The best Tokyo onsen and bathhouses
Your complete guide to where and how to go hot-spring bathing in Tokyo
The best spots for working out on the cheap
Where to get into shape without spending big yen