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Kaminarimon Gate: A Guide to Asakusa's Thunder Gate
Kaminarimon Gate in Asakusa. Its history since 942, the giant red lantern, Fujin and Raijin, how to get there, the best time for photos and visiting with kids. -
Imperial Palace Tokyo: A Visitor Guide to the East Gardens, Nijubashi and the Palace Tour
How to visit the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. East Gardens hours and closed days, the free palace tour, Nijubashi and the Outer Garden, access and tips for kids. -
Setsubun in Japan: Bean Throwing, Ehomaki and Where to See It
Setsubun 2027 falls on Wednesday 3 February. How mamemaki bean throwing works, the ehomaki lucky roll and 2027 direction, and temple events in Tokyo. -
Naritasan Shinshoji Temple: A Visitor's Guide with the Omotesando
Naritasan Shinshoji guide. Access from Narita Airport, the halls and pagodas, goma fire ceremony times, etiquette, the Omotesando eel street and tips for kids. -
Kaneiji Temple, Ueno: A Visitor's Guide
Kaneiji Temple in Ueno. The new twin-dragon ceiling and its ¥500 viewing, the halls scattered across Ueno Park, Tokugawa history, hours and access. -
Gyusuki and Yakiniku Bento: Two Kinds of Beef in One Ekiben
The Gyusuki and Yakiniku Bento at Tokyo Station in 2026 is still sold, at ¥1,450. What is inside, where to buy it, pre-ordering, and tips for eating it on the train. -
Yamayuri Beef Shigure-ni Bento: Kanagawa Beef on Rice at Tokyo Station
The Yamayuri Beef Shigure-ni Bento in 2026. Still sold at ¥1,350, Kanagawa beef and shirataki on rice, where to buy it at Tokyo Station, and allergens. -
Best Ekiben at Tokyo Station: Top Bento Boxes and Where to Buy Them
The best ekiben and bento boxes at Tokyo Station with 2026 prices from JR East, where to buy them inside and outside the gates, hours and pre-ordering. -
Sumo Wrestling in Japan: Tournament Dates, Tickets and Watching with Kids
How to see sumo wrestling in Japan with kids. 2026 to 2027 tournament dates, official ticket prices and sale days, age rules, strollers and morning practice. -
Little Museum of Glass Art Books: Glass Engraving Between Asakusa and Skytree
Glass engraving near Asakusa at the Little Museum of Glass Art Books. 2026 prices, booking, age limits, hours, closed days and an Asakusa day plan.
Explore Tokyo Like a Local
See Tokyo with a local guide. From the small bars in Shinjuku’s back alleys to the old temples of Asakusa, every tour is private and planned around your group.
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Haneda Airport Guide: Getting to Tokyo, Terminals and Facilities for Families
Haneda Airport guide for families. Monorail, Keikyu, limousine bus and taxi to central Tokyo with adult and child fares, terminals, baby rooms and kids' spaces. -
Best Japanese Souvenirs: What to Buy and Where to Find Them
The best gifts from Japan. Tokyo sweets, akabeko, sarubobo and souvenirs for kids, where to buy them in Tokyo and at Haneda, and the 2026 tax-free rules. -
Yushima Seido and Hijiri Bridge: A Walk Through Ochanomizu
Yushima Seido and Hijiri Bridge in Ochanomizu, Tokyo. The Confucian shrine's history and hours, the train view, and a walk to Kanda Myojin and Akihabara. -
Lake Ashi, Hakone: A Family Guide to the Lake
Lake Ashi in Hakone. How to get there from Tokyo, the pirate ship and other boats, where to see Mt. Fuji, things to do around the lake and tips for families. -
Shinkansen in Japan: Every Line, Fares and Tips for Families
The Shinkansen in Japan explained. All nine bullet train lines, travel times, fares and child fares, tickets, the JR Pass, luggage rules and strollers.
