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SPARK RICH, a strong-carbonation drink stand at Ikspiari in Maihama, has renewed its lineup with new Tokuno fruit drinks, a craft energy drink, and floats made with milkkiss's soft-serve, sold more than 20,000 times, through August 31, 2026.
The Pie Hole Los Angeles, a pie and coffee specialty shop from L.A., opens its first Kumamoto pop-up at Amu Plaza Kumamoto from August 18 to 31, 2026, offering signature pies like MOM'S APPLE CRUMBLE alongside the Japan debut of the original L.A. BOX, with a portion of sales supporting disaster recovery in Kumamoto.
amaneya CASUAL, the limited-time shaved ice specialty shop inside the large commercial facility waSTEP AWAJISHIMA on Awaji Island's east coast, adds two new kakigori flavors starting Saturday, August 8, 2026.
First Drop Co., Ltd., which operates about 50 restaurants across the Yokohama and Tokyo area, opens Kaiten-zushi Toyosu Maguro Ichiban on the first floor of LaLaport Shonan Hiratsuka on Saturday, August 8, 2026. Backed by its trading rights at Toyosu Market and Yokohama Central Market, the restaurant buys whole tuna weighing over 100 kilograms straight from the auction for a family-friendly conveyor belt sushi experience.
CRAVIA Co., Ltd. has opened 玉光堂 AEON Mall Tsukuba, the first Japanese franchise store for the popular Korean lifestyle brand ARTBOX, inside AEON Mall Tsukuba in Ibaraki Prefecture.
ATELIER Spick & Span's Nagoya Lachic store is holding its annual "Matsuri" event from August 15 to 16, 2026, featuring a limited-edition novelty by calligrapher Nozomiko, a live painting session, and POP-UP items from Spick & Span, FRAMeWORK, NOBLE, and Lilas.
On Saturday, August 1 and Sunday, August 2, 2026, Mitsui Outlet Park Sendai Port hosts Water Battle, a free water-gun activity in its parking lot plaza where visitors ages 5 and up are guaranteed to get soaked while cooling off from the summer heat.
From August 1 to August 30, 2026, Yokohama VIVRE is hosting the HAPPY KAWAII Matsuri, bringing together character greetings, limited-time pop-up shops, novelty and purchase bonus campaigns, workshops, and an app-member-exclusive shopping ticket giveaway across the mall's anime, character, and hobby shops.
The capsule toy specialty store gashacoco is opening its 36th franchise location at Well Played Happy's Saidaiji Mall in Okayama on July 31, 2026 — the brand's first franchise location in Okayama Prefecture and its first collaboration with Amusement Taka Co.
THE WATER PARK, the water attraction that proved popular last year, returns to THE OUTLETS HIROSHIMA from July 25 through August 9, 2026, with two cutely designed water slides and a water play area for families to beat the summer heat.
Yokohama Landmark Plaza and MARK IS Minato Mirai will host the "Kinoko de Kinkatsu Summer Gourmet Fair" from August 7 to 23, 2026, offering 32 original mushroom dishes across 27 restaurants. Landmark Plaza also runs its own indulgent "Guilty Gourmet" menu from July 24 to August 23, 2026.
Miraiya Shoten Fukuoka Ito opens Comi Lab., an anime and game merchandise corner making its Fukuoka Prefecture debut, on July 17, 2026, featuring around 1,200 types of official Genshin Impact, Honkai Star Rail, and Zenless Zone Zero goods along with character standee displays.
Haneda Airport Garden, the complex directly connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3, marks its renewal with a "Power-Up Fair" from July 17, featuring new store opening campaigns, a jumbo prize draw with luxury prizes, and colorful chindon-ya street performances.
A limited-time story-style aquarium, "Kurashiki Goldfish Museum — Night Parade of a Hundred Yokai Goldfish," opens July 17 at Aeon Mall Kurashiki in Okayama, taking visitors through six themed spaces populated by about 40 species and 1,000 goldfish across a single night from midnight to dawn.
Shinsaibashi PARCO, Daimaru Shinsaibashi, and the Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street team up with Walt Disney Japan for the area's first tie-up campaign, Mickey & Friends with YOU@SHINSAIBASHI, running August 8 to 30, 2026, with special goods, an art exhibition, a gashapon campaign, and a new Disney Store.
On August 21, 2026, Yokohama Mores' rooftop Mores BBQ Beer Garden hosts Bon DANCE 2026, a new bon odori event that blends beer garden dining, traditional dance, and DJ music. DJ Celly, known online for a viral Bon Jovi bon odori mashup, headlines alongside DJ YAHAGI, Tokyo Otome Daiko, and the Japan Bon Odori Association, with a limited standing plan available for the first 100 guests.
The Nyanko Summer Festival, the first real-life event to bring together The Battle Cats, 『パズルで豊作！にゃんこ村』, and Nyanko Daishoten in one place, opens July 24, 2026, with festival games, character encounters, and a mall-wide stamp rally at three venues in Nagoya, Saitama, and Yokohama through late August.
INCUBE, a variety goods specialty store known for its wide selection of everyday items, is opening a new location at Aeon Mall Fukuoka Ito in Nishi Ward, Fukuoka City on September 18, 2026.
Urban Dock LaLaport Toyosu will host "The 2nd Toyosu Summer Festival 2026" from August 8 to 16, featuring bon odori dancing around a yagura with a different musical theme each day, classic festival games and food trucks, and a special DJ-led Anime Song Bon Odori event on the final night.
Yokohama Mores' rooftop "Mores BBQ Beer Garden" is offering a limited-time BBQ plan supervised by select shop BEAMS LIFE YOKOHAMA from July 24 to August 31, featuring an all-you-can-eat Asian-style deli, a premium BBQ plate, and mala tang paired with original seasonings.
AEON Cinema Ayagawa in Kagawa and AEON Cinema Rinku Sennan in Osaka reopen their fully renovated lobbies on July 17, 2026, taking on a space station theme and a movie studio theme respectively, complete with new photo spots, lounge areas, and dining corners for visitors of all ages.
à le Loïc, a gelato and crêpe shop in Ikspiari near Tokyo Disney Resort, is offering two refreshing fruit soda flavors — kiwi, and blood orange with pink grapefruit — served plain or topped with handmade gelato, from July 13 to September 13, 2026.
This summer, Gotemba Premium Outlets is welcoming six new brands, including a permanent Salomon store and pop-ups from SATUR, ALEXIA STAM, VASIC, New Era, and Madhappy, alongside a relocated and renewed Petit Bateau store.
PARCO stores across Japan are teaming up with Chiikawa the Movie, The Secret of the Mermaid Island, for a summer campaign running July 17 to August 2, 2026, featuring original artwork, novelty giveaways, a photo booth, and a collaboration cafe.
A new Chinese restaurant, "茶薫小籠包," opens at Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport Izumi in Izumi City, Osaka Prefecture, on July 22, 2026, serving xiaolongbao hand-wrapped to order by nationally certified dim sum chefs alongside other Chinese dishes.
Brass craftsperson Ruka Kikuchi, creator of the tableware brand Lue, unveils new work in a solo exhibition titled "Impromptu" at CIBONE CASE in Ginza from July 18 to August 2, 2026, with an opening-day talk session featuring journalist Hisashi Ikai.
Kinshicho PARCO's second floor will host FAVORITE PICK-UP POP-UP STORE! from July 10 to August 30, a limited-time shop featuring lifestyle and beauty brands from Japan and abroad, all making their first appearance in Japan.
From July 17 to August 16, 2026, Whity Umeda in Osaka hosts Monchhichi's first-ever collaboration decorations, turning three spots inside the mall into ocean, sunflower, and summer festival themed photo spots filled with the beloved character's charm.
A new art space called Kirarina Art Stage opens on the second floor of Kirarina Keio Kichijoji on July 17, 2026, launching with the pop-up "PONKO POP UP at kirarina art stage" featuring illustrator PONKO through August 2.
Osaka's own Pine Ame teams up with Rinku Premium Outlets for a summer-only seaside photo spot and giveaway campaign, running July 1 to August 31, 2026.
The underground shopping street Namba Walk in Osaka Minami is hosting a collaboration event with San-X Universe characters including Rilakkuma and Sumikko Gurashi, running from June 24 to September 24, 2026.
SHIBUYA109 and MAGNET by SHIBUYA109 are hosting a large-scale summer campaign called "SUMMER PLAY PARK" from July 16 to August 30, 2026, featuring a summer sale, live events, pop-up experiences, and character collaborations.
Laforet Harajuku is hosting a series of summer pop-up shops this July, including the "Yukata IN LAFORET" event featuring kimono brands Furifu and MIKI SAKURA, a Pingu x Hapidanbui collaboration store, and a new installation by artist yooolk.
A limited-time Sun Hoseki Fair featuring accessories, stationery, character goods, and the popular original character Hoppe-chan runs from June 20 to June 28, 2026, at Aeon Mall Chiba Newtown.
The Seoul-born lifestyle fragrance brand NONFICTION has opened its fourth store in Japan at HAERA, Nagoya's newly opened luxury mall, featuring a distinctive zelkova wood interior designed by Schemata Architects.
A new Loft lifestyle goods store is scheduled to open in September 2026 on the first floor of Onoda Sunpark in Sanyo-Onoda City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. Offering approximately 18,200 products across stationery, health, variety, and household goods, it will be the second Loft in the prefecture and the 14th in the Chugoku region.
LULUTI, a fashion rental service offering dresses for weddings and special occasions, is opening its first store along the JR Keiyo Line at Aeon Mall Makuhari Shintoshin in Chiba City on August 6, 2026.
A new capsule toy shop called gashacoco is set to open on the 5th floor of Espal Yamagata in Yamagata City on June 11, 2026, with an opening bonus for early visitors.
A three-day wagashi fair, "EXPO Wagashi Meguri," is scheduled at LaLaport EXPOCITY in Osaka's Suita City from June 12 to 14, 2026. Over 250 types of traditional Japanese sweets gathered from all 47 prefectures across Japan will be on sale, along with wagashi-making workshops and tea ceremony experiences.
Francfranc is holding limited-time pop-up shops for its popular portable fan series at 15 shopping centers across Hokkaido, Tohoku, Kanto, Chubu, and Kansai regions, with openings starting in June 2026.
Yokohama Bay Quarter, the shopping mall near Yokohama Station, is staging its signature summer illumination event "Yokohama Lantern Night" from May 30 to September 23, 2026. To mark the mall's 20th anniversary, over 1,000 handcrafted Vietnamese lanterns will light up the venue along with an expanded lineup of cultural experiences and evening programs.
A three-day event featuring pottery by local Okayama artists — including Bizen ware — along with sweets tastings and gift wrapping will be held at Sunste Okayama from June 5 to 7, 2026.
Moheji, a new concept restaurant from the renowned Tsukishima monjayaki brand, opened on April 28, 2026, at Ikspiari in Maihama, Chiba. Spread across seven immersive themed areas and offering over 50 monjayaki varieties inspired by 19 countries around the world, the restaurant delivers a one-of-a-kind dining experience on the iron griddle.
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the beloved picture book series Kobito Zukan, a newly created giant Hotoke Akabane balloon will make its world premiere at Suma Patio in Kobe starting May 2, 2026. The three-day event also features a kobito hunt, special lottery, and food court collaboration menus.
Swiss outdoor brand Mammut opened its grand-opening store at LaLaport EXPOCITY in Suita, Osaka on May 1, 2026. The store is the world's first to adopt Mammut's brand-new global store concept, bringing the sights and textures of the Swiss Alps to Kansai.
Starting May 1, Buttery at Mitsui Shopping Park Lalaport Anjo in Anjo City, Aichi, is releasing a new lineup of early-summer sweets, including a Lemon Madeleine, Cherry Financier, and Blueberry Mille-Feuille, alongside a limited-time discount on financiers and canelés.
Official merchandise from the Academy Award-winning Netflix animated film K-Pop Demon Hunters is available for a limited time at DiverCity Tokyo Plaza in Odaiba, featuring apparel, goods, and plush toys.
Over the Golden Week holidays, Atre Kameido's rooftop will host a petting zoo in collaboration with Tobu Zoo, plus a Biore UV mystery-solving event for families.
The commercial complex Harajuku Quest in Jingumae, Shibuya has reached full operation as of April 24, 2026, with the opening of its 10th and final tenant on the 6th floor.
Prés de L'AS, a new concept restaurant from the acclaimed Minami-Aoyama French restaurant L'AS, opened on April 24, 2026, at Harajuku Quest, offering approachable modern French cuisine in the heart of Harajuku.
Chakun Xiaolongbao Kisarazu Store is set to grand open at Mitsui Outlet Park Kisarazu on May 1, 2026, serving freshly steamed xiaolongbao handcrafted to order by certified dim sum chefs.
A new anime and game merchandise corner called "Comi Lab." opens at Miraiya Shoten Kagoshima Bay on April 24, 2026, offering over 1,200 types of official goods including Genshin Impact, Zenless Zone Zero, and Honkai Star Rail.
Daikanyama Candyapple, a gourmet candy apple brand known for pairing carefully selected apples with handcrafted candy coatings, has opened its second Osaka location at AEON Mall Rinku Sennan.
Global tea café Gong Cha is opening a new branch at LaLaport Izumi in Osaka on April 23, 2026, situated right next to the renovated "FOOD PARK" area featuring sofa and BOX seating.
Japan's largest bread festival comes to Mitsui Outlet Park Tama Minamiosawa this Golden Week (May 2–4, 2026), with 15 bakeries from across the country and special discount perks for Keio Line riders.
Japan's largest free product sampling service is opening its third physical store — and first in Saitama Prefecture — at Ario Kawaguchi shopping center on April 27, 2026.
Piyorin, the beloved chick-shaped sweet from Nagoya, is coming to Hokkaido for the first time at AEON MALL Sapporo Hassamu as part of the Aichi/Tokai Fair, with limited sales on April 18 and 19, 2026.
KEYUCA, the life solution brand offering original home and lifestyle goods, is opening a new store on the first floor of Lalaport Nagoya Minatoaquls in Nagoya's Minato Ward on April 15, 2026.
Starting April 10th, approximately 170 AEON and AEON Style stores across Japan will carry 8 types of Tom and Jerry collaboration T-shirts from the youth casual wear brand Doublefocus, priced at 1,980 yen (2,178 yen with tax).
French-style bakery BOUL'ANGE is opening its 21st store at Takashimaya Gate Tower Mall in Nagoya on April 15, 2026, featuring exclusive Roll Bun and Chewy Cookie items alongside its signature croissant lineup and a hearty sandwich menu for lunch.
The beloved Nagoya chick-shaped sweet Piyorin is heading to Hokkaido for the very first time, appearing at Aeon Mall Sapporo Hassamu during a special Aichi/Tokai Fair event on April 18 and 19, 2026.
Woodwork artist Shigehiro Kadena returns to CIBONE CASE in Ginza for his eighth solo exhibition, showcasing sculptures that combine handcrafted wooden forms with magnetic structures.
NEWoMan SHINJUKU marks its 10th anniversary with two special celebrations — the fashion flea market event NEW YAMI-ICHI featuring around 40 vendors, and the food festival NEW JUBILEE complete with a fan-voted "Oshi Gourmet General Election" and 10th anniversary limited menus.
A new concept area called MIMURE opens at NEWoMan Takanawa on Saturday, March 28. Here's a preview of notable menu items, a limited-time pop-up shop, and upcoming events.
Yokohama MORES near Yokohama Station West Exit is holding a "Pink Carnival" spring campaign from March 19, featuring pink-themed fashion, food, accessories, a stamp rally, and a limited 10x points campaign.
CANDY SPIN, a fully automated colorful cotton candy vending machine, has made its debut at Aeon Mall Urawa Misono in Saitama City as of March 13. With 24 design options and 4 flavors for ¥500, it offers a fun new stop for shoppers of all ages.
Multiple new shops are set to open at GREEN SPRINGS, a wellness-themed complex near JR Tachikawa Station North Exit, throughout spring 2026 — from an apparel boutique in April to a café and dining spot in June.
Hankyu Sanbangai in Umeda, Osaka will host the Hankyu Train Festival 2026 from April 1 to May 6, 2026, featuring a mini train experience for kids and a free original tenugui giveaway via Instagram.
kaene, a formal wear brand from Fukuoka, is opening its first Kansai location at Namba CITY in Osaka on March 13, 2026, releasing three exclusive dress styles available only at this store.
NEW ERA TOYOSU, the global sports and lifestyle brand's sixth Tokyo store, opens at Urban Dock LaLaport TOYOSU 2F on April 24, offering the widest kids' product lineup of any New Era store in Tokyo.
The Japanese-patterned umbrella brand Hokusai Graphic is back at DiverCity Tokyo Plaza in Odaiba from March 25 to April 21, 2026, offering a range of UV-blocking parasols and folding umbrellas inspired by traditional Japanese art.
From March 20 to 22, 2026, DiverCity Tokyo Plaza in Odaiba hosts a three-day kitchen car event featuring a lineup of strawberry sweets, a sake gacha experience, and a limited-time Sanrio "Strawberry House" exhibition.
Tokyu Plaza Kamata is hosting a collaboration event with the manga series Fami-res Iko from March 12 to 31, 2026, featuring limited-edition stickers, photo panels, and special in-store decorations.
Rokumei Coffee, a specialty coffee brand that originated in Nara, is opening its second Tokyo location at Shibuya Scramble Square 2F on March 5, 2026. The new shop features an exclusive seasonal blend and new pastry items.
Crane Yokocho Kiwami, a specialty crane game store by AEON Fantasy, is coming to Komatsushima City, Tokushima — marking the brand's first location in Shikoku and its third nationwide.
La Maison Shirokane, a Western confectionery shop from Tokyo's Shirokane neighborhood, is running a pop-up at Tokyo Solamachi® throughout March 2026, featuring a spring collection of macarons, chocolates, and baked sweets perfect for White Day gifts.
TOKYO SKYTREE TOWN is hosting a variety of spring events during the spring holiday season, including a sakura festival, a sports festival, and YORIMICHI Cafe STREET featuring 23 popular local shops from the Oshiage area.
Toysking, a nationwide buy-and-sell chain specializing in toys and hobby items, is set to debut its first retail store in the Kanto region on the 7th floor of Yurakucho Marui.
For the first time, Celeo Kokubunji and Kokubunji Marui are joining forces to host a joint bread festival featuring around 20 bakeries over 8 days from March 15.
Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport Izumi in Izumi City, Osaka is undergoing its second major renovation since opening. Starting March 26, 2026, 30 new and renovated stores will open in phases, including the first Kansai location of Adidas Store by ABC-MART.
On March 21, 2026, Lumine Tachikawa will host a hands-on kids event featuring a children-run flea market, workshops with Ome-area artisans, and free train tickets to explore the Ome Line.
A new addition to LUCUA Osaka opens on April 5, 2026, featuring Japan's largest character merchandise zone and a diverse restaurant area across floors 10-16 of the South Gate Building.
Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza will host the KARUIZAWA SNOW FESTA on February 21-22, featuring snow play areas and a strawberry marché, followed by a Spring the Bargain sale from March 13-31 with up to 70% off at over 170 stores.
SHIBUYA109 Shibuya is launching a major spring renewal featuring new trend sweets, fashion brands, and an expanded dining area on B2F starting late February through late April.
Discover the exclusive Valentine's gift sets at Buttery LaLaport ANJO, featuring freshly baked financiers with white chocolate & orange, chocolate chip, and more delicious flavors, available until February 14th.
JR Kyūdai-gakken-toshi Station, in partnership with AEON MALL Fukuoka Ito, Fukuoka Flower Market, and JA Yatsushiro Flower Division, will hold its first-ever Flower Valentine event to express gratitude to customers who regularly use the station and the mall.
Perie Inage, a commercial facility directly connected to JR Inage Station, is undergoing a complete renovation of its food zone "Food Square" and will reopen in spring 2026 under the new name "GOURMARENA."
A new open-air shopping complex featuring a supermarket, restaurants, electronics, and specialty stores is set to open in Nakagawa City, Fukuoka Prefecture, on March 7, 2026.
Fukaya Hanazono Premium Outlets launches an Amarin Strawberry Sweets Fair from January 15 to March 31, featuring 14 original sweets made with Saitama Prefecture's brand strawberry "Amarin." The fair includes a strawberry giveaway campaign and Valentine's fair.
Starting January 1st, 2026, Buttery at LaLaport Anjo will release a new seasonal millefeuille featuring elegant matcha cream and sweet red bean paste, along with lucky bags and gift sets perfect for the New Year.
FUN VILLAGE in TOKYO-BAY, a candy-themed indoor family park featuring Sakuma Seika's beloved Ichigo Miruku candy, opens on November 28, 2025. Located at LaLaport TOKYO-BAY shopping mall in Chiba, this unique attraction brings candy making to life through interactive play areas, workshops, and exclusive merchandise.
Ikspiari, a shopping facility at Tokyo Disney Resort celebrating its 25th anniversary, welcomes a Christmas tree inspired by Disney's latest film Zootopia 2, releasing December 5, 2025.
Chiikawa Yaki, the popular character-themed pastry shop, is expanding to Chiba with its second location. The new store will offer exclusive new flavors including Pistachio, Strawberry Chocolate, and Rare Cheese.
A new luxury commercial facility HAERA will open in early summer 2026 at The Landmark Nagoya Sakae, featuring world-class luxury brands and diverse dining experiences across B2F to 4F.
JACK IN THE DONUTS, a specialty donut shop, will open its new location at Lumine Yokohama on October 17th (Friday), offering over 25 varieties of donuts from around the world.
What is Roppongi Hills? Roppongi Hills is a commercial facility that opened in April 2003 in Roppongi 6-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo, and is home to more than 200 restaurants and stores. Since its opening, it has been recognized as a place to forge a new “cultural urban center” in Tokyo. Roppongi Hills consists of the following […]
During your trip, the weather often turns rainy. Especially in Kyoto, where there are many outdoor tourist attractions such as temples, shrines, and Japanese gardens, it is quite difficult to change plans. This article introduces 19 such indoor facilities for rainy days! We will introduce indoor facilities based on various themes, please refer to this […]
Odaiba is a unique tourist destination in Tokyo, floating on an artificial island in Tokyo Bay. From its historical background to the latest entertainment facilities, it is packed with attractions that never bore its visitors. In this article, we will provide a detailed overview of Odaiba, its popular tourist spots, and recommended gourmet spots. Please […]
Harajuku is an area located in Shibuya, Tokyo, stretching from the vicinity of Harajuku Station to Omotesando Station. Known as a hub for fashion and trends, it is a lively district frequented by many young people and tourists. Harajuku is also the center of “Kawaii” culture, where you can enjoy colorful and pop fashion and […]
Fukuoka is a perfect place to enjoy a romantic atmosphere, with many oceanfront areas and spots surrounded by nature. During the day you can enjoy the seasonal plants and nature, watch the sunset by the seaside, and at night, look down at the illuminated city from an observatory for an unforgettable view of the city. […]
Fukuoka is a city that offers a wide variety of shopping experiences. With many stores offering the latest fashions, delicious gourmet foods, and local specialties, there are plenty of spots for shopaholics to enjoy. This article focuses on popular large-scale shopping facilities in Fukuoka that both children and adults will enjoy. Click here to learn […]
It often rains during your trip. Many famous sightseeing spots in Fukuoka seem to be outdoors, but in fact there are also many indoor spots close to the station. There are plenty of commercial facilities, amusement parks, and shopping malls where you can enjoy the whole day even on rainy days. If you are looking […]
Asakusa and Oshiage are located on the east side of Tokyo, and are home to popular tourist spots such as Senso-ji in Asakusa and Tokyo Skytree in Oshiage, attracting many people from Japan and abroad everyday. In this page, we will introduce in detail the popular areas of Asakusa and Oshiage, including tourist spots and […]
Although Kyoto is home to many historical shrines and temples, there are actually many other attractive spots such as aquariums, zoos, and fashionable complexes! In this article, we will introduce recommended spots other than shrines and temples in Kyoto in three different genres. Please take a look at them as a reference for your trip. […]
What is Shibuya Scramble Square（渋谷スクランブルスクエア）? Shibuya Scramble Square opened in 2019 as a new landmark tower directly above Shibuya Station.The tower is approximately 230 meters high, with 47 floors above ground, and includes stores, restaurants, community space, offices, and observation facilities. The concept is “mix, create, and spread to the world”. As a place where […]
What is Shibuya PARCO（渋谷パルコ）? PARCO is one of the most popular commercial facilities in Japan. Operating in major cities such as Tokyo and Osaka, PARCO continues to introduce cutting-edge fashion and the latest trends. In particular, PARCO here in Shibuya is the flagship store of PARCO and is synonymous with Shibuya culture. This store was […]
You’re visiting Tokyo, but it’s raining. On such days, we recommend visiting a commercial facility directly connected to a station where you can enjoy Tokyo to the fullest! The 8 locations introduced here offer a wide variety of shopping and dining options. Let’s enjoy Tokyo without getting wet from the rain directly from the station! […]
About Hiroshima City The urban area stretching from Hiroshima Station is the central part of Hiroshima prefecture. It is located about 45 minutes away from Hiroshima Airport. The convenient transportation system makes it possible to easily tour around the city by train and on foot. For souvenir shopping and okonomiyaki, Hiroshima’s famous gourmet food, you […]
The Namba and Shinsaibashi areas are located in the heart of Osaka and offer lively shopping districts, delicious local cuisine, and a unique culture. We have carefully selected a few places that travelers should not miss to experience the heart and soul of Osaka! Click here to learn more about Osaka attractions. Namba Grand kagetsu […]
In this article, we have picked out 10 of the hottest new spots in Tokyo that are packed with the latest trends. From entertainment facilities to commercial facilities, be sure to check out the latest information on Tokyo! We hope you will find it useful when sightseeing in Tokyo. Click here to learn more about […]
The area around Umeda and Osaka Stations is full of attractive sightseeing, shopping, and dining spots. In this issue, we will introduce all of these classic spots. Many of these places can be easily visited in between trips. To learn more about Osaka, click here! Umeda Sky Building (梅田スカイビル) The Umeda Sky Building is considered […]
We have carefully selected seven large-scale commercial facilities in Tokyo that can be enjoyed even on rainy days. Here are some spots worth visiting for indoor shopping, leisure activities, and gastronomic experiences. Don’t worry even if it suddenly rains. Let’s spend a fulfilling time! Click here to learn more about Tokyo. Tokyo Midtown Hibiya （東京ミッドタウン日比谷） […]
Harajuku, the center of youth culture, is located in Shibuya Ward, Tokyo. It is visited by many young people and tourists and is known as a place where various cultures such as fashion, music, and art intersect. Newly opened in Harajuku, Tokyu Plaza Harajuku “Harakado”(“Harakado” below) will open on April 17, 2024 (Wednesday). A rooftop terrace, […]
Summary Naha City is the central city of the main island of Okinawa and is full of attractions such as Shuri Castle and Kokusai Street. In this issue, we introduce popular spots that can be reached from the airport without using a rental car.You can enjoy shopping, delicious food, beautiful scenery, and much more without […]
Tokyo is a deep and diverse city with plenty of spots beyond the usual tourist trail. We have carefully selected 40+ of the best spots in Tokyo that we recommend you visit at least once, from classic landmarks to local hidden gems.
Tokyo Station has so much to offer that it would be a shame to pass it off as just another station. There’s shopping, dining, souvenir shopping – you name it, you can do it. In this article, we will introduce you to some of the places to visit in Tokyo Station, both inside and outside […]
Summary This time, my friend and I visited Mikan Shimokita, a newly opened commercial facility in Shimokitazawa in 2022. We enjoyed exploring the inside of the new building and strolling through the streets, visiting the shops along the way. Shimokitazawa is a stylish neighborhood known for its eclectic vibes, bustling streets filled with fashion and […]
We spent a full day exploring three of Shibuya's most popular commercial facilities – Shibuya Scramble Square, Shibuya PARCO, and Miyashita Park. We discovered a different side of Shibuya beyond the famous crossing, enjoying lunch, shopping, and even some afternoon drinks. Follow our day plan to get the most out of these three spots.
Summary This time, Rena and I stayed at La’gent Stay Shin Sapporo, which had its grand opening in July 2023🤗It is directly connected to JR Shin Sapporo Station and Shin Sapporo Subway Station, making it easily accessible, and the rooms are modern and relaxing. We had a delicious dinner, watched a baseball game, shopped at […]
Discover the best things to do in Tokyo, from iconic landmarks like Tokyo Skytree and Sensoji Temple to the newest attractions in Azabudai Hills. Our updated guide for 2026 covers parks, museums, shopping spots, cherry blossom viewing, and unforgettable experiences across the city.
Shibuya is a part of Tokyo that never stops changing. This page covers Shibuya's major landmarks, the newest commercial facilities that opened in 2024, fashionable cafes with photo-worthy drinks, and practical tips for getting around. Plan your visit with our curated guide to classic and new Shibuya hotspots.