Culture Meiji Jingu Shrine Francesco Agresti In Shibuya stands a Shinto shrine honoring the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shouken.
6 Yoyogi Flea Market Connie Ng Just moments from the boutiques of Harajuku and Omotesando, there is a bargain to be found, writes Connie Ng. Once a month, Yoyogi..
Culture Learning about Omikuji Karen Zheng Divination is a common practice within the Japanese society and the wide variety of fortune-telling can sometimes be mind-boggling!..
Planning Harajuku's Child-Friendly Day Trips Kate Neath Harajuku and neighboring Omotesando in Tokyo are dotted with baby-friendly sightseeing spots, cafes, nursing rooms and playgro..
Food Dream Station JOL in Harajuku Noro Randria A candy colored place on famous Takeshita Street where you can find food stalls, and a stage for live performances and shops s..
Wandering Meiji Shrine Michael Williams Meiji Jingu is an impressive shrine constructed in honor of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken who ruled Japan during the early 20th..
Culture Bonsai & Suiseki at Meiji Shrine 2026 Mid Feb Enjoy a stroll through Meiji Shrine and visit the bonsai and suiseki exhibition which happens every year in June. Bonsai is a hobby..
Culture Thai Festival in Yoyogi Park 2026 Mid May The Thai Festival is a massive, exciting annual festival at Tokyo's Yoyogi Park. The enormous number of vendors, performers,..
