Local attractions in Tokyo and the Vicinity

Unique Modern Art Museum in Tokyo | The Taro Okamoto Memorial Museum

A hidden gem nestled in Aoyama, the former atelier of a pioneer of Japanese modern art
・Contemporary art ・Museum
📍Minato City, Tokyo

The Japan Alps | Kamikochi, Shinhotaka, Shirakawago

・Nature walking ・Hiking
📍Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture

Tojo-tei, the former residence of TOKUGAWA Akitake, the "was expected to be" last Shogun

・Japanese architecture ・Tokugawa family villa ・Ume viewing ・Riverside cycling
📍Matsudo City, Chiba Prefecture

Mt.Tsukuba Ume Blossom Viewing Feb. - Mar.

Mt. Tsukuba (Tsukubasan), near Tokyo, is a historic hiking spot with a plum forest of 1,000 trees reaching 250 meters high. On clear days, you can see the Tokyo Skytree and Mt. Fuji from the summit.
・Hiking ・Shrine ・Sightseeing ・Rice fields
📍Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture

Matagi Museum and Utto hot springs "Mataginoyu" and Local train "Akita Nairiku Line"

Local train "Akita Nairiku Line takes you to Aniai, another town of snow monsters and ski resorts in northern Japan.

Oota-ku Ward (Otaku City), the home of Haneda International Airport

Take a day hike in western Tokyo - Mitake Valley, Ome

・Hiking ・Nature walking ・River activities ・Museums ・Sake brewery　・Japanese Garden ・Picnic
📍Ome City, Tokyo

Enjoy Yuzuyu bathing at Sento in Tokyo

・December ・Sento public bath
📍Tokyo 23 wards

Rikugien Garden in Tokyo

The historic Japanese garden in Tokyo
・Japanese garden ・Tradition ・Green Tea ・Japanese Tea Room
📍Bunkyo City, Tokyo

Ushiku Daibutsu and Sylvanian Park

Near Ushiku City, known for the statue of the Great Buddha, there is a theme park featuring Sylvanian Families (Calico Critters).
📍Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture
Nearby attractions: Ushiku Great Buddha, Ami Premium Outlets

Observation Decks in Tokyo Part 1 : Admission Free

Mukojima Hyakkaen Garden in Tokyo

A traditional Japanese garden in Tokyo. The historic garden has 20 different kinds of 70 Ume trees. The blossoms will last around mid-March.
・Ume viewing in Feb ・Traditional garden ・Bush clover ・Tea room
📍Sumida City Eastern Tokyo

Tokyo Budokan | The arena for traditional Japanese martial arts

・Hobbies ・Experiences ・Sports
📍Adachi City, Northeastern Tokyo

Kasai-Rinkai Park

Kasai-Rinkai Park in Tokyo, known for the largest aquarium and a view of Tokyo Bay from the Ferris wheel, has more to see and do.
・Cycling ・Walking ・Picnic ・Aquarium ・Flower fields 📍Edogawa City, Southeastern Tokyo

Bicycle Parking (Churinjo) in Tokyo Part 1 - Visitor Parking

Fukuroda Falls

Fukuroda Falls is one of the three major waterfalls in Japan, a must-see tourist spot in Ibaraki Prefecture. The cascade of water elegantly runs through huge rocky slopes.
・Sightseeing・Colorful leaves ・Frozen waterfall📍Ibaraki Prefecture

Oji, a greenery historic town with budget-friendly attractions

・Walking ・Sakura viewing ・Hydrangea in June ・Museums ・Japanese Gardens
📍Oji City, Northeastern Tokyo

Cycling in Tokyo | Riverside Cycling Routes

・Cycling ・Walking ・Sports

Walking in the Nokogiri-yama mountain

・Day hike ・Walking ・Fresh seafood
📍Futtsu City, Chiba Prefecture

Historic Neighborhoods in Tokyo: Ryogoku River Cruise

The river cruise kicks off in Ryogoku and makes its way to Asakusa before heading over to Tokyo Bay. It's a great chance to relax and enjoy the views along the way!
・River cruise ・Sumida River ・Hokusai Museum ・Edo-Tokyo Museum
📍Sumida City, Eastern Tokyo

Local attractions in Tokyo and the Vicinity | Winter