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With the yen near historic lows, Japan is now a favourite international tourist destination, and chances are you'll first land here in Tokyo. It's a massive beast and worth a week of your time to explore its busy and quiet neighbourhoods.
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Head to Shinjuku and check out the free view from the Metropolitan Government Building's observatories.

Jan 26, 2026
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Harajuku & Shibuya - This is the place for retail therapy with plenty of shops and interesting gadgets to explore.

Jan 21, 2026
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Exploring a Hands Store - This store chain sells all sorts of everyday items and their traditional Japanese wares are impressive, such as wrapping cloths, scale models, and greeting cards.

Jan 15, 2026
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Shibuya PARCO - This department store has a manga-themed floor featuring shops from Nintendo, Sega, and Pokemon, a video game lover's paradise.

Jan 15, 2026
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Yebisu Garden Place - It's fairly common to see restaurants on the upper floors of Tokyo's skyscrapers. This tower offers a number of food options and scattered around these restaurants are long stretches of open windows where visitors can enjoy beautiful views of the city and Mount Fuji. While it's not an observation deck, it's one of my favourite hidden gems to enjoy great views without the crowds.

Jan 15, 2026
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