Things to Do

Making a kitchen knife as a traditional craft at Sakai, Osaka - Attaching a handle & sharpening

The Japanese knives from the blacksmithing city Sakai have been attracting attention from all over the world in recent years

Osaka / Experiences Facilities / A Hands-on Look at Local Sakai Knives and Handicrafts.

Meiji Jingu Gaien (Outer Garden)

Sporting a Variety of Athletic Facilities, its Ginkgo Avenue is Famous

Shinjuku / Parks & Gardens / Garden

Private Charter Flight at Kobe

Emperor Nintoku Mausoleum and Mozu-Furuichi Kofun Group Flight Tour

Hyogo / Experiences Facilities / Flight Tour

Kamikochi

Japan's most spectacular mountain scenery attracts 1.2 million people annually.

Nagano / Nature Spots / Mountain

Shirakawa-go (Historic Village)

A World Heritage Site that Offers Views of Japan’s Historic Scenery.

Gifu / Famous Places / Sightseeing Area

• 13 May 2021

  Recommended Photo Spots in Shirakawa-go

  Shirakawa-go is a World Heritage Site located in Gifu Prefecture’s Shirakawa Village. Many “gassho-zukuri” style buildings still stand in the area, creating stunning scenery reminiscent of Japan’s olden times. This article will introduce our recommended spots for taking beautiful photos.

Kawasaki Daishi

Also Known as Yakuyoke Daishi, This Temple is Visited by Many for “Hatsumode” Every Year

Kawasaki / Shrines & Temples / Temple

• 24 Apr 2018

  To Enjoy Bicycle Racing and Sightseeing, Come To Kawasaki!

  Just 20 minutes from Tokyo Station on the JR Tokaido Main Line, Kawasaki offers excellent access. From entertainment facilities to hot springs and temples such as Kawasaki Daishi, this city is packed with sightseeing spots! The Kawasaki Velodrome, where visitors can feel the full impact of bicycle racing, is another attraction. In addition to introducing a model 1-day course for visiting Kawasaki, this article will show you how to enjoy yourself at the Kawasaki Velodrome.

• 27 Nov 2017

  Experience Japan’s Most Important Cultural Tradition “Hatsumode” (First Shrine Visit of the New Year)! Kawasaki Daishi New Year’s Pilgrimage.

  For 2017’s hatsumode (the first shrine visit of the new year), I visited Kawasaki Daishi, another name for the temple Heiken-ji. Kawasaki Daishi is the most popular place for hatsumode visits in Kanagawa Prefecture, an area near Tokyo.

• 9 Aug 2017

  This article introduces you four attractive spots in Kawasaki, which has a great access to/from Haneda Airport. [Article series / The Surrounding Areas of Haneda Airport Part 8]

  Today, we would like to introduce you four of the most popular spots in Kawasaki area, which has a great access to/from Haneda Airport.

Shinjuku Gyoen

A Beautiful Garden with Seasonal Flora and Historic Buildings

Shinjuku / Parks & Gardens / Garden

• 18 Mar 2018

  List of all must-visit hanami spots in Tokyo！

  The cherry trees in Tokyo are expected to be in full bloom on April 3rd of 2018. The 1 to 2 weeks since then will see the most exquisite beauty of cherry blossoms. The must-visit hamami (“cherry blossom viewing”) spots in Tokyo are listed here for your reference. We wish you a pleasant hanami tour ♡

• 1 Mar 2016

  Must-visit Cherry Blossoms viewing spot, Shinjuku-Gyoen (Shinjuku-ku of Tokyo).

  Shinjuku-Gyoen is one of the largest park in Tokyo and just a short walk from Shinjuku-Gyoen Station（しんじゅくぎょえんまえ） on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line.

Nikko Toshogu

Japan’s Iconic World Heritage Site and Shrine Dedicated to the Shogun Ieyasu Tokugawa.

Tochigi / Shrines & Temples / Shinto shrine

• 3 Feb 2019

  Day 2 of Winter Travel in Nikko ~Mt. Nikko Rinno-ji and Nikko Toshogu Shrine~

  This article will introduce day 2 of my winter trip to Nikko. Starting off with breakfast at my hotel, I also visited Mt. Nikko Rinno-ji and Nikko Toshogu Shrine.

• 5 Nov 2016

  Reporting back on Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture’s stunning autumn leaves!

  When I heard that Nikko’s autumn leaves were in their prime, I knew I had to go!

• 1 Jul 2015

  In this feature we overview the stores in the AEON Group we want people to know about if they are visiting Asakusa, Shibuya and other parts of central Tokyo, Yokohama, or Nikko, which is great for day

  Given this situation, our editorial department,with cooperation from the AEON Group, has written a series of articles about popular tourist sites and AEON Group stores near them.

Hida Takayama Old Townscape

The old streets of Hida Takayama are full of flavor.

Gifu / Famous Places / Sight-seeing Area

Meiji Jingu

Tokyo's Leading Power Spot, Boasting the Most Visitors at Hatsumode

Harajuku / Shrines & Temples / Shinto shrine (Sacred power place) / Closest to Harajuku Station

Kinrin Lake

A lake known for its scenic charm and mystical, morning mist.

Oita / Nature Spots / 湖

Rainbow Bridge

An Iconic Part of Tokyo Shining in Rainbow Colors

Odaiba / Tourist Attractions / Bridge

Ueno Park

The Famous Largest-Scale Cherry Blossom Spot in Tokyo

Ueno / Parks & Gardens / Park

• 20 Mar 2019

  Enjoy Cherry Blossoms and Gourmet Food on a Tram This Spring in Tokyo!

  Cherry blossoms herald in spring in Japan. In Tokyo, they begin to bloom in late March. This article will introduce a sightseeing plan for Tokyo that combines cherry blossom viewing and gourmet foods in a ride on “Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line),” which takes an efficient route through great cherry blossom locations!

• 5 Apr 2017

  Recommended trip routes to explore Tokyo by streetcar

  When traveling in Tokyo, it is convenient to utilize public transportation. If you use a discount service such as “Toei One-day Pass (Toei Marugoto Kippu)” that grants you unlimited access to Toei transportation (including Toei Subway, Toei Bus, Toden streetcar and such), you will receive great amount of discount too. This time, we want to tell you about a Tokyo stroll utilizing “Toden Arakawa line” streetcar.

Tokyo Disneyland

Just a 15 min. train ride from Tokyo Station! The kingdom of dreams and magic, beloved by all!

Chiba / Amusement Parks & Theme parks / Themeparks

Hakone Pirate Cruise

An exhilarating cruise on a gorgeously decorated pirate ship with a spectacular view of Lake Ashinoko and Mt.Fuji.

Hakone / Figures / Pleasure Cruise

An e-BIKE tour around the Funaya houses

Explore the town of Ine, where a large cluster of Funaya houses stand, on a relaxing ride on an electric bicycle

Kyoto / Experiences Facilities / Bike tour (with electric assist) around Ine

Mt. Yoshino

Japan’s Best Cherryblossom Spot.

Nara / Nature Spots / Mountains

Ashikaga Flower Park

A paradise of flowers and lights. And in this place, its greatest gift: a stunning tunnel of great wisterias

Ashikaga / Parks & Gardens / Flower Park

• 9 Mar 2021

  Watch, Eat, and Experience! Sightseeing Guide for Kiryu and Ashikaga, Possible Even as a Day Trip from Tokyo!

  The Kiryu and Ashikaga areas are accessible from Tokyo even for just a day trip, and not only are they great places to enjoy activities surrounded by beautiful nature, but they also offer plenty of places to take in, including nostalgic old townscapes and power spots!

• 29 Aug 2019

  Ashikaga Flower Park “Hikari no Hana no Niwa”

  Ashikaga Flower Park is a flower theme park located in Tochigi Prefecture’s Ashikaga City,around 80 kilometers from Tokyo.Flowers are available for viewing year-round in the park’s 92,000 square-meter area.During the winter event “Hikari no Hana no Niwa,” the entire park is lit up with a colorful and beautiful illumination.

• 1 May 2019

  Four Must-visit Hanami Spots in the Suburbs of the Kanto Region during the Golden Week

  Japanese people enjoy several continuous days of holiday between late April and early May, which are called the Golden Week in Japan. Then various regions of Japan will be bustling with crowded vacationers. Our careful selection finds that, in the suburbs of the Kanto region, the following four hanami spots seem most worth your visit during the Golden Week.

Ameyoko Shopping Street (Ameya Yokocho)

A Popular Shopping Street Selling Everything from Food to Clothes

Ueno / Shopping Streets / Shopping Street

Nara Park

A popular park in Japan.

Nara / Parks & Gardens / Park

Itsukushima Shrine

A Shrine Registered as a World Heritage Site as of 1996.

Hiroshima / Shrines & Temples / Shrine

• 22 Feb 2021

  30 Things to Do in Hiroshima! A Full Guide of Everything from Must-See and Hidden Spots to Food, Shopping and more!

  Hiroshima, home to countless sightseeing spots and 2 World Heritage Sights at Itsukushima Shrine and the Atomic Bomb Dome. Plus, prepare to unleash your inner foodie with Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki and fresh oysters. Here’s everything thing you never knew you needed to plan a perfect trip in Hiroshima.

Washoku Home Cooking Machiko

"Washoku," Japan’s unique food culture born in close connection with nature

Osaka / Experiences Facilities / Washoku Home Cooking

• 8 Apr 2021

  Experience Japanese life through washoku cooking!

  In this class, students will make the most popular Osaka gourmet classic, okonomiyaki, and takoyaki. Before starting cooking, your washoku instructor-certified teacher will explain about washoku and give students lessons on Japanese ingredients and the cultures of soup stocks in each region.

Mt. Rokko (Rokkosan)

Active and romantic. "Rokkosan" is the symbol of Kobe and the pinnacle of fun!

Hyogo / Nature Spots / Mountain

• 23 Feb 2021

  Best Things to Do in Kobe! A Full Guide of Everything from Must-See and Hidden Spots to Food, Shopping and more!

  Kobe, a bustling city and sought-after destination in Japan. From port city landscapes to backstreets with retro flair, there’s an endless number of trendy spots to see. You may feel a little lost if this is your first visit, but don’t worry! Here’s a full guide of Kobe’s best hits to help you pick a plan that’s just right for you.

Sensoji Temple

Boasting a history of over 1300 years, the oldest Buddhist temple in Tokyo is among the most-visited in Japan!

Asakusa / Shrines & Temples / Buddhist temple

• 9 Sep 2019

  A Capsule Hotel at the Best Location for Sightseeing in Tokyo! Hotel 3000 Asakusa

  The flagship Hotel Asakusa 3000 is located 7 minutes on foot from Asakusa Station on the Metro Ginza Line and TOEI Asakusa Line. Although it's situated close to Sensoji Temple, the rates are extremely cheap, starting from just ¥2,000, including a free breakfast!

• 11 Apr 2017

  Green Tea Feature Part 6: 2017 Spring tourist festival in Sensouji in Tokyo

  Green tea represents the soul of traditional Japanese culture. It is also enjoyable for the pronounced sweet and bitter tastes that belie its simplicity. And its reported positive effects on both health and beauty make it a very popular souvenir. However, you may well feel somewhat lost when choosing the right green tea product. With that in mind, I have decided to introduce the charms of green tea in all six upcoming issues.

• 19 Feb 2016

  How about Tokyo Sightseeing using the good value「Toei One-day Pass」?

  Utilizing public transportation is the key to saving time and money and enjoying an efficient sightseeing experience in Tokyo. The「Toei One-day Pass」 allows you unlimited use of Toei subways, Toei buses, and the Toei street car (Toden).

Tokyo Tower

Tokyo Tower, Beloved as a Symbol of Tokyo

Shinbashi / Observatories / A symbol of tokyo / Closest to Akabanebashi Station