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Tokyu Stay Shinjuku
- Tokyo
- 28 Aug, 2025
Tokyu Stay Shinjuku is a decent and comfortable budget option in the Shinjuku area, right near Golden Gai and Kabukicho. We love that the guest rooms have washers, dryers, and free detergent! , the Toyoko Inn Tokyo Shinjuku Kabuki-cho is a simple business hotel that offers basic rooms for reasonable rates. ![Toyoko Inn Asakusa Kuramae Kamin
Read MoreTsukiji Fish Market
- Tokyo
- 28 Aug, 2025
Tsukiji Fish Market has closed. It has been moved to Toyosu and renamed Toyosu Fish Market. See our Toyosu Fish Market page for full details on the new market. ![Tsu
Read MoreTrain Or Plane In Japan Heres How To Decide
- Tokyo
- 28 Aug, 2025
Since the Japan Rail Pass increased in price by 70% in 2023, many travelers are considering plane travel as a way to get around Japan. But the question is: When should you fly and when should you take
Read MoreToyosu Fish Market Guide Tokyo
- Tokyo
- 28 Aug, 2025
The Toyosu Fish Market has finally opened to replace the old Tsukiji Fish Market. This is our comprehensive walkthrough of its shiny new location in Tokyo. Read this and decide if you want to visit.
Read MoreTsukiji Miyagawa Honten Isetan Shinjuku
- Tokyo
- 28 Aug, 2025
We love the Shinjuku outpost of Tsukiji Miyagawa Honten, an old-school eel restaurant that's been in operation since 1893. The Isetan branch is modern and comfortable, but keeps the grilled eel standa
Read MoreTsukiji Sushi Iwa
- Tokyo
- 28 Aug, 2025
Looking for decent sushi around Tsukiji without the mile-long queues? Check out Tsukiji Sushi Iwa, a casual, mid-range restaurant a short walk away from the market. We suggest paying just a little mor
Read MoreTsukiji Sushisei Honten
- Tokyo
- 28 Aug, 2025
For quality sushi at reasonable prices in Tsukiji, you can't go wrong with Tsukiji Sushisei Honten. As a bonus, this two-storey restaurant doesn't see the mind-boggling queues of rival shops! ![Tsuki
Read MoreTsunahachi
- Tokyo
- 28 Aug, 2025
If you don't mind queuing a little for a good and reasonably-priced meal, head over to tempura stalwart Tsunahachi in Shinjuku. ![Tsunahachi](https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-8fG335F/0/aff3e9bf/L/
Read MoreTsutaya Tokyo Roppongi
- Tokyo
- 28 Aug, 2025
Roppongi is not all about clubs and shops. Bibliophiles are well catered for at the beautiful Tsutaya Tokyo Roppongi, and their extensive opening hours means indulging in reading sessions at all times
Read MoreTune Balcony Dining Bar
- Tokyo
- 28 Aug, 2025
TUNE Balcony, Dining & Bar serves contemporary Western-style food. Think pizzas, pastas, salads, and a strangely-named but delicious 'oven sausage'. If you're looking for a good restaurant in the Yok
Read MoreTwentyeight
- Tokyo
- 28 Aug, 2025
Whether you're here for their afternoon tea or the night view of Tokyo Bay, stylish hotel bar TwentyEight in Shiodome is sure to dazzle and impress. Beware the seating charge after 8pm. ![TwentyEight
Read MoreTwo Day Tokyo Fall Foliage Itinerary
- Tokyo
- 28 Aug, 2025
See the best of the Tokyo Fall Foliage with our two-day Tokyo Fall Foliage Itinerary which lets you maximise your time to see the Tokyo autumn colors. ![Ginkgo Ground](https://photos.smugmug.com/phot
Read MoreTwo Dogs Taproom
- Tokyo
- 28 Aug, 2025
If you're feeling homesick for the States, Two Dogs Taproom is here to help. This Roppongi craft beer and pizza bar serves up all-American favorites with a dose of warmth and coziness. ![Two Dogs Tap
Read MoreUdon Maruka
- Tokyo
- 28 Aug, 2025
Udon Maruka in Kanda is by far the best Sanuki udon restaurant in Tokyo, and you'll have to be prepared to queue for the pleasure of slurping these thick, chewy noodles
Read MoreUdon Yamacho
- Tokyo
- 28 Aug, 2025
Exploring the Ebisu or Daikanyama areas? Udon Yamacho is a great little udon restaurant to drop by for lunch. Noodle bowls are varied, delicious, and inexpensive, and you get to choose from thick or t
Read MoreUeno Hotel Tokyo
- Tokyo
- 28 Aug, 2025
A short walk from Ueno Station, this small business hotel offers decent rooms at extremely reasonable rates. It's a good deal. ![Ueno Hotel](https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-Mq6sDz6/0/61668989/L/i
Read MoreUeno Zoological Gardens
- Tokyo
- 28 Aug, 2025
Ueno Zoo is a beloved institution, but it's not exactly a must-see if you have limited time in Tokyo. Go only if you really care about giant pandas. ![Ueno Zoological Gardens](https://photos.smugmug.
Read MoreUmegaoka Sushi No Midori
- Tokyo
- 28 Aug, 2025
Umegaoka Sushi-no-Midori is a mid-range sushi chain that's a favorite with travelers for their reasonable prices. If you're in Akasaka and need an affordable place for sushi, t
Read MoreUkiyo E Ota Memorial Art Museum
- Tokyo
- 28 Aug, 2025
Though small and unassuming, the Ukiyo-e Ota Memorial Art Museum in Harajuku is a gem of a museum for Japanese art lovers. Fans of woodblock prints will find much to delight the
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