From yellow ginkgo trees to red maple leaves – enjoy autumn's best scenery at these Tokyo gardens and parks
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Kawaguchiko is hosting an autumn leaves festival with nighttime illuminations
Catch the colourful foliage around the shores of Lake Kawaguchiko during the Fuji-Kawaguchiko Autumn Leaves Festival

The world's largest samurai parade is happening at this Yamanashi festival
Join the celebrations at the Shingen-Ko Festival in Kofu, Yamanashi prefecture from October 27 to 29 2023

Ed Sheeran is coming to Tokyo and Osaka in January 2024
Calum Scott is opening for the ‘Photograph’ and ‘Thinking Out Loud’ hitmaker at Kyocera Dome and Tokyo Dome

Kawaii Monster Cafe returns to Harajuku as a pop-up store
Kawaii Monster Shop offers Halloween-inspired goods, cutesy food and fun experiences until October 31

The amazing illuminations at Ashikaga Flower Park are here until February 2024
Don’t miss 'Flower Garden of Lights: Flower Fantasy 2023' in Tochigi prefecture, just 90 minutes from Tokyo Station

Unesco World Heritage Site Koyasan in Wakayama is hosting a two month-long art festival
Koyasan Art Days 2023 is running now until December 15

2 Tokyo favourites shine on the 2023 World's 50 Best Bars list
No surprises here

Tomigaya is one of the world's top 10 coolest neighbourhoods in 2023
This trendy neighbourhood in inner Shibuya comes in at No. 10 on this annual top 40 list by Time Out
Autumn in Tokyo

Here’s the official 2023 forecast for autumn leaves in Japan – updated
When and where to expect red momiji maple and yellow gingko leaves to hit their peak colour this autumn

9 best onsen and sento in Tokyo for people with tattoos
Got ink? These welcoming, tattoo-friendly bathhouses won't mind

12 best rooftop bars and restaurants in Tokyo
For cool cocktails and spectacular views, make your way to the best rooftop bars and restaurants Tokyo has to offer

9 best outdoor beer bars and drinking terraces in Tokyo
Looking for a breezy outdoor bar that serves Japanese craft beer? These venues offer all that – some even come with a view to boot
Japan travel inspo
Leaf Tokyo for these lakes, temples and forests, where you'll find some of Japan's most spectacular autumn foliage
6 best Halloween events at theme parks in Japan
6 best Halloween events at theme parks in Japan
Get into the spooky season with special events and activities at Tokyo Disneyland, Universal Studios Japan, and more
7 best infinity onsen baths in Japan with spectacular views
7 best infinity onsen baths in Japan with spectacular views
Pool with a view? Japan does it better by having infinity hot spring baths with breathtaking views of pristine nature
7 hotels and glamping sites in Kawaguchiko with the best Mt Fuji views
7 hotels and glamping sites in Kawaguchiko with the best Mt Fuji views
Book these accommodations and be the envy of all your Instagram followers
17 cool and unique hotels in Tokyo
17 cool and unique hotels in Tokyo
From rooftop onsen and infinity pool to Hello Kitty suites and art rooms, these special Tokyo hotels are worth staying in
23 of the most beautiful places in Japan
23 of the most beautiful places in Japan
Venture beyond Tokyo – add these breathtaking temples, landmarks and hiking trails to your Japan bucket list
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5 super clubs with great DJs in Tokyo
Where to catch the biggest DJs in Shibuya, Ginza and Shinjuku, from thumping dance floors to multi-room clubs with top-notch sound systems

See the best of Shibuya in 30 minutes with Jins
Discover Shibiya via three great walks: one for photographers, one for foodies and another for shoppers

New York's popular modern Italian restaurant Scarpetta is in Tokyo – here are its specialities
Treat yourself to a New York-style Italian meal at Scarpetta Tokyo

10 best things to buy at JR Tokyo Station’s Gransta
Find delicious food and great souvenirs at the many shops and restaurants in Gransta Tokyo, Gransta Marunouchi and Gransta Yaekita
Japan for tourists

Here are the new prices for all JR rail passes after the October 1 price increase
Japan's rail and train passes are now up to 65 percent more expensive than they used to be

Overseas tourists can get this exclusive Sanrio Pasmo transport card
Get discounts on attractions in Tokyo and ride around on the city's trains and buses with the cute Pasmo Passport IC card

5 most useful tourist services and facilities in Tokyo Station
Find English language support for buying train tickets and planning travel itineraries, plus baggage storage and lockers

24 hours in Tokyo: how to enjoy Tokyo's biggest attractions in one day
This no-sleep literary includes breakfast at Toyosu Market, a shopping spree in Ginza and an all-nighter in Kabukicho
What to watch next

3 new Japanese anime titles coming to Netflix in October 2023
The ultimate anime trio to watch on Netflix this month

50 best Japanese movies and series with English subtitles on Netflix
Locally produced, binge-worthy titles to add to your watch list

5 most anticipated Japanese films and anime coming out in 2023
A new Studio Ghibli film and Hirokazu Kore-eda’s ‘Monster’ are hitting cinema screens this year

The best documentaries about Japanese food
Learn about the history, flavours and techniques of Japanese cooking with Anthony Bourdain, David Chang, Niki Nakayama, Jiro Ono and more
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New Time Out map out now: 88 Things to Do in Tokyo
The 13th edition of our Tokyo map recommends the city’s top attractions, restaurants, bars, shops and more

Time Out Osaka special issue out now: best things to do in Osaka’s five main districts
Also in this issue: speciality restaurants and cool bars in Osaka, plus the rise of a graffiti neighbourhood

Get a Time Out Osaka tote bag for free at selected hotels in Osaka and Tokyo
The tote bag, featuring the cover of a special issue of Time Out Osaka, was created in collaboration with Freak's Store

Unlock the Real Japan: 8th issue out now
This issue explores Japan’s approach in realising the United Nations’s Sustainable Development Goals
Escape the city
These destinations for art and museum lovers are less than two hours from Tokyo, with art by Yayoi Kusama and Rothko
Explore versions of Himeji Castle, Kyoto’s famous torii gate tunnel, a Japanese old town and more in and around Tokyo
Best day trips from Tokyo
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
Five Tokyo islands you didn’t know about but must visit
Five Tokyo islands you didn’t know about but must visit
Step away from the concrete jungle this summer to see these exotic islands that are still part of Tokyo
Best nature escapes in Tokyo
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
Best outdoor adventure parks near Tokyo
Best outdoor adventure parks near Tokyo
Get out and about – escape the city for these family-friendly adventure parks, playgrounds and outdoor attractions
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