Anime & pop culture
Where to experience anime, manga, games and Japanese pop culture: Akihabara, Nakano Broadway, Ikebukuro, the Ghibli Museum, Den Den Town and more, with booking tips.
Things to do in Japan by interest
Pick what you love — anime, hiking, temples, food, nightlife or shopping — and we'll point you to the best places for it, with links to our full destination and practical guides.
Nature & hiking
The best nature and hiking in Japan for visitors: Mt Fuji and the Fuji Five Lakes, Hakone, Nikko, the Japan Alps, Kamakura's hills, Miyajima, Hokkaido and Okinawa.
History & temples
Where to see Japan's history: Kyoto's temples, Nara's Great Buddha, Himeji Castle, Nikko's shrines, Kamakura, Hiroshima, Nagasaki and preserved old towns.
Food & drink
Where and what to eat in Japan: Osaka street food, Fukuoka yatai, Tokyo izakaya, depachika, markets, sake, regional specialities and how to handle dietary needs.
Nightlife
Japan nightlife for visitors: izakaya and yokocho alleys, Golden Gai, Osaka's Dotonbori, Fukuoka yatai, karaoke, night views and practical tips on last trains and etiquette.
Shopping
Shopping in Japan for visitors: Tokyo's best shopping districts, Osaka, Kyoto crafts, depachika, 100-yen shops, drugstores, souvenirs and how tax-free shopping works.
Still deciding where to go?
Try our which-region quiz, browse all destination guides or check the seasonal calendar to see what's best during your dates.