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See. Imperial Palace↗ Visit the East Gardens, open daily at 9:00, for a blend of Deco and Japanese design. Ueno Park See cherry blossoms in spring; be prepared for crowds during peak season. Benten-dō in Ueno-kōen A tranquil spot within Ueno Park, offering a peaceful escape. Kagurazaka↗ Explore this historic neighborhood for a local's perspective on Tokyo.

Eat. Tsukiji Outer Market↗ A budget-friendly spot for fresh seafood and local eats. 7-Eleven↗ Experience 'grocery tourism' with unique Japanese snacks like egg mayo sandwiches and matcha Kit Kats.

Stay. Toggle Hotel↗ A hotel with colorful doors, offering a unique stay experience. Ginza↗×2 pubs Stay in this polished shopping district for access to high-end hotels and cultural sites like Kabukiza Theater. Park Hyatt Tokyo↗×2 pubs A renowned hotel with a New York Grill, known for its exceptional service and views. The Royal Park Hotel Ginza 6-chome↗ A playful newcomer in Ginza with interiors inspired by the Kabukiza Theater.

Lonely PlanetSep 1, 2026

Where to Stay in Tokyo: Best Areas and Hotels

From hipster neighborhoods to nightlife centers, there

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Atlas ObscuraSep 1

Must-Try Spots For Noodle Lovers

Humans have been slurping and savoring noodles for centuries, with the first recorded noodle dish recorded during China’s Eastern Han period (25–220 CE). In fact, noodles would go on to become inextricable from ancient Chinese culture, with a wheat-based version emerging as a staple of the Han dynasty. Centuries later, noodle-making would hit Europe, transforming the cuisines of Italy during th…

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  • Inari Soba ManseiRestaurantSoba shop dating back to the early 1600s
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  • Hrimnir RamenRestaurantOslo, NorwayEatery with Norwegian spin on Japanese ramen
  • Ms. Minh'sRestaurantHanoi, VietnamHome chef serving traditional northern-style phở
  • Pekin Noodle ParlorRestaurantButte, United StatesOldest continuously-operating Chinese restaurant in the U.S.
  • Mie Lethek GarudaRestaurantSrandakan, IndonesiaFactory making mie lethek noodles with cow-powered mortar
  • Pure Love Diner BarRestaurantTaipei, Taiwan80s-themed diner with karaoke, homage to Taipei karaoke bars
  • Festa des VermarFestivalBinissalem, SpainAnnual festival with wine, noodles, and slow-cooked meats
  • Bamonte'sRestaurantBrooklyn, United StatesBrooklyn's oldest Italian restaurant, once a mafia meeting spot
  • Khanom Jeen Pa MaiRestaurantPhuket Town, ThailandUnassuming eatery serving customizable khanom jeen noodles
  • Hawker ChanRestaurantSingaporeMichelin-star noodle shop famous for Cantonese-style chicken
  • Lin Heung Tea HouseRestaurantHong KongHong Kong's oldest dim sum spot with trolleys
  • Matsuka Seimen Noodle FactoryRestaurantKurashiki, JapanNoodle factory serving freshly-cooked udon and curry ramen
  • Bún Riêu GánhCaféHo Chi Minh City, VietnamSidewalk vendor serving crab paste noodle soup
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Condé Nast TravelerAug 28

39 Best Hotels in Tokyo for Ryokan Stays and High-Rise Views

Whether it's a ryokan in city limits or a quirky boutique, Japan's capital has a little bit of everything.

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Lonely PlanetAug 28

19 of the Best Places to See Yayoi Kusama’s Art Around the World

See the iconic works of artist Yayoi Kusama at these museums, sculpture gardens and public spaces around the world.

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  • Yayoi Kusama MuseumMuseumFounded by Kusama herself to honor her accomplishments.
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  • Gardens by the BayParkSingaporeFeatures Kei-Chan, a large-scale figure of a girl.
  • Echigo-Tsumari Art FieldMuseumTokamachi, JapanHome to Tsumari in Bloom, a large-scale floral piece.
  • Crystal Bridges Museum of American ArtMuseumBentonville, United StatesCounts two pieces, including Infinity Mirrored Room - My Heart Is Dancing.
  • Benesse House MuseumMuseumNaoshima, JapanFeatures Kusama’s most famous polka-dot pumpkin sculpture.
  • Matsumoto City Museum of ArtMuseumMatsumoto, JapanHome to Kusama's largest outdoor sculpture, Visionary Flowers.
  • Towada Art CenterMuseumTowada, JapanFeatures eight polka-dot-spackled sculptures titled Love Forever.
  • NGVArts centreMelbourne, AustraliaHome to four works, including the vast Dancing Pumpkin.
  • Art Gallery of OntarioGalleryToronto, CanadaLocated on Dundas Street West in the Grange Park neighbourhood of downtown Toronto, the museum complex takes up 45,000…
  • The BroadMuseumLos Angeles, United StatesBoasts two infinity rooms, not always open; check online.
  • Rubell MuseumMuseumMiami, United StatesOngoing display of three interactive works, including Narcissus Garden.
  • WNDR MuseumMuseumChicago, United StatesImmersive-art site with Love is Calling and a recorded poem.
  • Mattress FactoryMuseumPittsburgh, United StatesHolds two Kusama installations on long-term display.
  • Phoenix Art MuseumMuseumPhoenix, United StatesFeatures the mixed-media infinity room You Who Are Getting Obliterated.
  • InhotimNature reserveBrumadinho, BrazilOpen-air museum with a version of Narcissus Garden.
  • Galeria Yayoi KusamaGalleryBrumadinho, BrazilGateway to two installations: I'm Here, But Nothing and Aftermath.
  • Les Tulipes De Shangri-LaPublic artworkLille, FranceKusama’s 7m-tall fiberglass and concrete sculpture.
  • Shine of LifeSightOslo, NorwayKusama’s largest Nordic sculpture, made of cast iron tentacles.
  • Infinite AccumulationPublic artworkLondon, United KingdomSite-specific work outside Liverpool Street station.
  • Gleaming Lights of the SoulsSightHelsingør, DenmarkAn infinity room with a central reflecting pool.
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Condé Nast TravelerAug 26

These Best Museums in Tokyo Showcase the Japanese Capital's Unparalleled Arts Scene

The capital's arts scene, like the city itself, marches to its own beat.

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Lonely PlanetAug 17

The 10 best places to visit in Japan

From Tokyo

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  • Ghibli MuseumMuseumIt is located in Inokashira Park in Mitaka, a western city within the Tokyo Metropolitan Area, in Japan.
  • Imperial PalaceSight
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  • Kinkaku-jiPlace of worshipKyoto, JapanExquisite pavilion sheathed entirely in gold leaf
  • Ryōan-jiPlace of worshipKyoto, JapanZen rock garden
  • Maruyama-kōenParkKyoto, JapanPark famous for its cherry blossoms
  • Mt FujiSightFuji, JapanPerfectly symmetrical cone of Japan's highest peak
  • Peace Memorial MuseumMuseumHiroshima, JapanVisit for a heartbreaking, important history lesson
  • ŌkunoshimaSightHiroshima, JapanRabbit Island, home to hundreds of friendly rabbits
  • Yakusugi MuseumAttractionYakushima, JapanLearn about the importance of yakusugi
  • Oku-no-inSightKōya-san, JapanTemple highlight with paths among cryptomeria trees
  • Okinawa and the Southwest IslandsNeighborhoodOkinawa, JapanSemi-tropical archipelago with Japan's best beaches
  • Yaeyama IslandsNeighborhoodOkinawa, JapanThe islands are located southwest of the Miyako Islands, part of the Ryukyu Islands archipelago.
  • DōtomboriNeighborhoodOsaka, JapanCanalside strip with dazzling nightscapes
  • Yari-ga-takeTrailKamikōchi, JapanChallenging trek up one of Japan's tallest mountains
  • Kerama IslandsNeighborhoodOkinawa, Japan
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Condé Nast TravelerAug 15

The Best Airbnbs in Tokyo for a Stylish Stay in Japan's Capital City

Whether you want to be near nightlife, temples, or shopping, these properties will elevate your trip.

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BBC TravelAug 13

Why travellers are obsessed with foreign supermarkets

From Tokyo egg sandwiches to Greek dairy aisles, supermarket aisles are becoming one of travel's most revealing and beloved experiences. It's 10:00 in a Tokyo 7-Eleven, and I am standing shoulder to ...

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  • 7-ElevenNeighborhoodConvenience store in Tokyo known for egg mayo sandwiches.
  • Elsewhere
  • MercadonaMarketBarcelona, SpainA supermarket in Barcelona known for pistachio cream.
  • Trader Joe'sMarketMiami, United StatesMiami location known for Everything But the Bagel seasoning.
  • K-SupermarketMarketHelsinki, FinlandThere are over 250 stores in Finland.
  • LawsonMarketKawaguchiko, JapanConvenience store in Kawaguchiko with Mount Fuji views.
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Atlas ObscuraAug 7

Kongo Gumi in Osaka, Japan

Japan is home to about two dozen businesses over a thousand years old, including Keiunkan ( https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/nishiyama-onsen-keiunkan ) and Wasuke ( https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/ichimonjiya-wasuke ). Osaka-based construction company Kongo Gumi is the oldest of those, and the oldest company in the entire world. Its history goes all the way back to 578 AD. The founder of…

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  • WasukeRestaurantEstablished over a thousand years ago, this family-run teahouse continues to serve skewers of sweet rice cake to this…
  • Tayasu GateSightRestoration contributed to by Kongo Gumi.
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  • KeiunkanHotelChūō, JapanThe oldest hotel in the world has been operated by the same family for over 1,300 years, even catering to samurai.
  • Kongo GumiPlaceOsaka, JapanOldest construction company in the world, founded in 578 AD.
  • Hōryū-ji temple complexSightIkaruga, JapanDestroyed several times throughout its history.
  • Osaka CastleSightOsaka, JapanKongo Gumi contributed to its construction.
  • Kuon-ji TemplePlace of worshipMinobu, JapanKongo Gumi contributed to the five-story pagoda's restoration.
  • Kōbuntei teahouseSightMito, JapanKongo Gumi contributed to its restoration.
  • Kairaku-en gardensGardenMito, Japan偕楽園は金沢の兼六園、岡山の後楽園とならぶ「日本三名園」のひとつで、天保13年（1842年）に水戸藩第九代藩主徳川斉昭によって造園されました。斉昭は、千波湖に臨む七面山を切り開き、領内の民と偕（とも）に楽しむ場にしたいと願い、「偕楽園」をつ…
  • Shiten’nō-ji TempleSightOsaka, Japan
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Lonely PlanetAug 3

18 things to know before visiting Tokyo

Avoid common pitfalls and respect local customs with these insider tips for visiting Tokyo.

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  • GinzaNeighborhoodIt is a popular upscale shopping area of Tokyo, with numerous internationally renowned department stores, boutiques,…
  • ShibuyaNeighborhoodA major commercial center, Shibuya houses two of the busiest railway stations in the world, Shibuya Station and…
  • Ueno-kōenParkPark with Benten-dō temple.
  • KamakuraSightHistoric temples and shrines.
  • NikkōHotelWorld Heritage sites.
  • Takao-sanTrailHiking trails.
  • TomigayaNeighborhoodPeace and quiet, 20 min walk from Shibuya.
  • YoyogiNeighborhoodPeace and quiet, 15 min walk from Shinjuku.
  • HarajukuNeighborhoodVibrant fashions.
  • AkihabaraNeighborhoodCosplayers.
  • Japan Travel by NavitimePlaceApp for public transit, weather, car rental, currency.
  • Safety TipsPlaceApp for emergency alerts and quake/typhoon info.
  • DeepLPlaceTranslation app.
  • Shinjuku's KabukichōNeighborhoodRed-light area with bars and restaurants.
  • Shinjuku-nichōmeNeighborhoodOne of Asia's largest LGBTQ+ districts.
  • Tokyo PrideFestivalAnnual LGBTQ+ festival.
  • ShinjukuNeighborhood
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AfarAug 3

This Ryokan Is the Perfect Pause Between Tokyo and Kyoto

The renovated Kai Hakone near Tokyo has tatami floors, kaiseki dinners, and hot spring bathing, along with updates that make the experience accessible to a wider range of travelers.

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Condé Nast TravelerAug 3

42 Best Restaurants in Tokyo (2026)

Tokyo's gastronauts are seeking the flavors of the world—not just Japan.

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  • MiyawakiRestaurantEight-seat counter, two tables, private room for four.
  • SubaRestaurantKyoto's cult standing-soba bar, designed by Yusuke Seki.
  • Bulgari Il Ristorante Niko RomitoRestaurantNiko Romito's Tokyo outpost on the 40th floor.
  • Tani kore TaniRestaurantRetro look in old shopfronts flanking Kiyosumi Garden.
  • Tiffany & Co. Blue Box CafeRestaurantFirst café in Japan, on the jeweler's Ginza flagship.
  • MukyoRestaurantSake takes the spotlight at this venture from Yoshinobu Kimura.
  • Crazy BravoRestaurantReincarnation of Crazy Pizza at Square, sibling of Don Bravo.
  • HikitaRestaurantSleek, eight-seat counter from yakitori master Toyoki Hikita.
  • Sushi KadowakiRestaurantMinimalist counter accommodates just a handful of diners.
  • SézanneRestaurantSeventh floor of the Four Seasons Hotel with a view.
  • Sushi ShunjiRestaurantElegant space centers around a beautiful wooden counter.
  • UkiyoMuseumUnderstated elegance serves as a canvas for culinary artistry.
  • TonkiRestaurantOld-school and proud, Tonki still serves tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlets) the way it did when the restaurant first…
  • KandaRestaurantHanging in the entryway of three-Michelin-starred kaiseki restaurant Kanda, a contemplative black-and-white photo of…
  • Tempura MotoyoshiRestaurantSecreted away in the basement floor on a curving side street in Tokyo 's upscale Aoyama, Tempura Motoyoshi was tricky…
  • ShirosakaRestaurantShirosaka has all the trappings of a classic kaiseki restaurant: an immaculate wooden interior, a window that looks out…
  • Maz TokyoRestaurantBeyond the sliding door, the grey-walled interior of Maz feels like a microcosm unto itself.
  • Sushi TonariRestaurantTucked into the residential calm of Azabu-juban, Tachigui Sushi Tonari plays the laid-back younger sibling to…
  • LocaleRestaurantThis cubby-sized bistro emanates home-away-from-home hearth energy, with rustic wooden fixtures and shelves lined with…
  • Tachigui Sushi AkiraRestaurantFollow the line (it’s a long one) down a rickety set of stairs to the weathered basement digs of Tachigui Sushi Akira,…
  • HosokawaRestaurantStart us off with an overview.
  • DenRestaurantWhile some miss the quiet intimacy of Den’s original location (a two-story house in the off-the-beaten-track…
  • Pizza Bar on 38thRestaurantLight floods through the floor-to-ceiling windows of The Pizza Bar on 38th, located inside the Mandarin Oriental Hotel…
  • Tinc GanaRestaurantA striking, two-toned counter–mint-green on the inside, pale grey on the outside–anchors the interior of Tinc Gana, the…
  • L'EffervescenceRestaurantThe spacious Tokyo dining room of L’Effervescence exudes an intimate and inviting feel.
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Lonely PlanetJul 29

How to Explore Japan on a Budget

See all of the temples, cities and landscapes in Japan with this guide on saving in a splurge-worthy destination.

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Condé Nast TravelerJul 27

The Best Affordable Hotels in Tokyo Under $300 a Night

A Tokyo-based travel expert breaks down the city's new wave of stylish, affordable properties.

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Atlas ObscuraJul 24

These Five Fun Events Are Worth a Detour

If you’re looking to liven up your weekend plans, we’ve got you covered, with unique event listings around the world. Find more exciting events in Amsterdam , Berlin , Boston , Chicago , London , Los Angeles , New York City , Paris , Prague , Rome , San Francisco , Seattle , Tokyo , and Washington, D.C. Flevopark becomes an unlikely stage for the unconventional when No Art Festival takes over t…

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  • Washu FestivalFestivalcelebration of Japanese sake culture
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  • No Art FestivalFestivalAmsterdam, The Netherlandsunconventional performances and pioneering sounds
  • Chinatown Summer FairFestivalChicago, United Statesspirited street celebration with lion dances
  • Seafair WeekendFestivalSeattle, United Stateshydroplane races and aerial performances
  • OtakonFestivalWashington, United StatesAsian pop culture, anime, and music celebration
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SkiftJul 21

Returning to Park Hyatt Tokyo: How a Great Hotel Survives a Renovation

Park Hyatt Tokyo proves that preserving a great hotel is less about furniture than judgment. The renovation succeeds. The harder task now is ensuring the next generation of hoteliers can inherit the culture that made the building matter in the first place.

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Lonely PlanetJul 20

20 things to know before visiting Japan

Plan your travels in Japan with these expert tips on packing, local customs and staying safe.

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BBC TravelJul 17

'NonnaMaxxing': Tourists are paying to travel like grandmothers

Whether it's making pasta with an Italian nonna or sightseeing with a gran in Japan, Gen-Zers and millennials are increasingly seeking out granny-led travel experiences.

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Lonely PlanetJul 15

Taking the train in Japan - all you need to know

Find your way around Japan by train with this guide to the rail network, with info on tickets and JR Passes, routes and services, and on-board facilities.

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Lonely PlanetJul 10

5 places that locals want you to visit in Japan

Five destinations beloved by those who know Japan best.

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  • KagurazakaNeighborhoodChic area with French influence and history
  • Zenkō-jiPlace of worshipThe temple was built in the 7th century.
  • Akagi-jinjaPlace of worshipShrine with outer building designed by Kengo Kuma
  • Awa Odori dance festivalFestivalSummer festival with street lanterns
  • Canal CafeCaféLovely waterfront Italian restaurant
  • Elsewhere
  • Hirosaki CastleSightHirosaki, JapanHandsome castle surrounded by a large park
  • NeboFestivalHirosaki, JapanRaucous summer celebration with papier-mâché floats
  • Mt MoiwaSightSapporo, JapanSmaller, quieter mountain popular with locals
  • Niseko KanrosuiSightNiseko, JapanNatural spring producing mineral-rich water
  • Echigo-Tsumari Art FieldMuseumTokamachi, JapanYear-round exhibition space with triennial festival
  • Museum on Echigo-TsumariMuseumTokamachi, JapanCultural gem with over 300 artworks
  • Kiyotsu Gorge TunnelSightTokamachi, JapanArt installation passage drilled into a mountain
  • BijinbayashiSightTokamachi, JapanBeechwood forest with enchanting scenery
  • Tsubame-SanjoNeighborhoodTsubame, JapanOne of Japan's largest craft centers
  • JōgashimaSightMisaki, JapanSmall, quiet island off the Misaki coast
  • Izakaya KobitoRestaurantNiseko, Japan
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BBC TravelJun 30

World’s Table

From Tokyo egg sandwiches to Greek dairy aisles, supermarket aisles are becoming one of travel's most revealing and beloved experiences. Massimo Bottura is one of the world's best chefs and his recent ...

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Condé Nast TravelerJan 12

I Traveled to Tokyo Just to Buy Stationery—Here's How to Shop for It

There’s no one that understands the intersection of whimsy and utility quite like the Japanese.

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  • Ito-yaMarketstationery store with 12 floors
  • GinzaNeighborhooddistrict where Ito-ya is located
  • LoftMarketdepartment-style store leaning into lifestyle
  • KakimoriMarketshop where you can create your own notebook
  • Present & CorrectPlacestore selling vintage wares
  • Choosing KeepingPlaceOur in-house gift wrapping service includes our Italian off-set printed patterned paper, matching Swiss double satin…
  • HobonichiPlaceHobo Nikkan Itoi Shinbun , also known as Hobonichi (ほぼ日), is a Japanese company run by Hobonichi Co., Ltd.
  • PencoPlacesells vintage-style office supplies
  • Hobonichi TechoPlaceplanner with one-page-per-day format
  • Pilot KakunoPlaceaffordable entry point for fountain pens
  • YamahachiPlacemakes life-like stamps
  • LifePlacemakes notebooks with smooth paper
  • HightidePlacemakes quirky washi tape
  • IchikudoPlacemakes calendars shaped like Japanese rice balls
  • DelfonicsPlacemakes chic pencil cases
  • MitsubishiPlacemakes pencils from recycled wood
  • Furukawa ShikoPlacemakes notepads with fun designs
  • PilotPlace
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Condé Nast TravelerJan 2

Chasing 'Marty Supreme' From the Lower East Side to Tokyo and Back Again

Timothée Chalamet plays a young, hustling table tennis player on the loose in 1950s Manhattan.

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Atlas ObscuraDec 17, 2025

Tanuki Street in Tokyo, Japan

Tanuki Shopping Street is a tiny street in Asakusa, home to eleven Tanuki statues. Each one represents a different wish, and visitors can rub their bellies for good luck and the fulfillment of their desires. There is a statue each for good fortune, love, road safety, academics, wealth, peace at home, home security, health, beauty, victory, and friendship. The street is lined with shops and rest…

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Atlas ObscuraOct 8, 2025

Tokiwa-sō Manga Museum in Toshima City, Japan

Osamu Tezuka, known today as the “Godfather of Manga,” moved to Tokyo in 1952 to further his career. However, he was forced out of his first apartment because the landlord complained about constant visits by editors. The following year, he found another apartment at what was then the edge of Tokyo owned by Hiroyasu Katō, the son of a manga publisher. Soon, other mangaka (manga artists) also beg…

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Smithsonian MagazineSep 26, 2025

These 15 Gorgeous Photographs Illustrate the Ancient Beauty of Japan

From tranquil temples to the bright lights of Tokyo, look at images that capture the “Land of the Rising Sun”

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AfarApr 3, 2025

These Are the Best New Hotels of 2025

Each year, after much consideration and debate, Afar’s global network of editors, writers, and travel advisors anoints the best new and renovated hotels in the world. For 2025, we’ve selected 25 ...

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  • Janu TokyoHotelMore relaxed take on luxury, unique perks.
  • Elsewhere
  • Cape GraceHotelCape Town, South AfricaHandsome lobby lounge with geometric chandeliers.
  • Palazzo TalìaHotelRome, ItalyGrand common spaces, modern furnishings.
  • PopulusHotelDenver, United StatesAwe-inspiring facade, impressive sustainability program.
  • Corinthia Grand Hotel AstoriaHotelBrussels, BelgiumElegant restoration of a historic grand dame.
  • Palais RoyalAttractionBrussels, BelgiumMulticourse, Japanese-inflected tasting menus.
  • Le Petit Bon BonRestaurantBrussels, BelgiumUpdates comforting Belgian classics.
  • Dar Tantora The House HotelHotelAlUla, Saudi ArabiaStylish pool with views out over a date palm oasis.
  • JoontosRestaurantAlUla, Saudi ArabiaUses ingredients from the date palm oasis.
  • Dusit ThaniHotelBangkok, ThailandLarger, modernized guest rooms with park views.
  • Four Seasons Hotel OsakaHotelOsaka, JapanPilgrimage-worthy restaurants, rooms evoke an urban ryokan.
  • GensuiHotelOsaka, JapanCity's first urban ryokan with 21 rooms.
  • Jiang Nan ChunRestaurantOsaka, JapanCantonese restaurant serving dim sum at lunchtime.
  • Sushi L’Abysse OsakaRestaurantOsaka, JapanPairs French bites with unique sushi twists.
  • Hôtel du Couvent, a Luxury Collection HotelHotelNice, FranceMinimalist decor in a 17th-century space, pool overlooks sea.
  • Kibale LodgeHotelKasenda, UgandaAccess to primate tourism, feel-good nonprofit attached.
  • Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, LondonHotelLondon, United KingdomDramatic interiors, statement art, see-and-be-seen F&B.
  • One&Only One Za’abeelHotelDubai, United Arab EmiratesCool new building with restaurants and bars.
  • Stellar JayRestaurantDenver, United StatesRooftop restaurant with a wall covered in dried leaves.
  • Raffles JaipurHotelJaipur, IndiaPersonalized service, ornate interiors nod to historic structures.
  • Regent Santa Monica BeachHotelSanta Monica, United StatesUnbeatable location across from beach, destination dining.
  • Orla by Michael MinaRestaurantSanta Monica, United StatesDraws on chef's Egyptian heritage.
  • Rosewood Schloss FuschlHotelHof bei Salzburg, AustriaMix of traditional and contemporary art, Alpine activities.
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MonocleSep 1, 2016

Discerning stop-offs

Looking for a sunny bolthole or taking time out in a major city? Our selection of the finest new openings will see you dine, shop and keep fit in style.

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  • NeutralworksPlaceStudio, fitness shop, and café where sport and science intersect.
  • CallPlaceCafé and shop selling clothes, homeware, and textiles.
  • Elsewhere
  • WM Mulherin’s Sons PhiladelphiaRestaurantPhiladelphia, United StatesFour guestrooms open in October, one with a claw-foot bathtub.
  • Grand CaféRestaurantHong KongOffers global inspiration with floor-to-ceiling glass walls.
  • Santo Mercurio Country HouseHotelCilento, ItalyThree rooms look out over the harbour and the Tyrrhenian Sea.
  • CapofaroHotelSalina, ItalyResort surrounded by Malvasia vines, owned by vintners.
  • Nest GenevaHotelGeneva, SwitzerlandOffers 13 apartments with Boffi kitchens and design classics.
  • Guest UrbanHotelSão Paulo, BrazilSuites in a renovated townhouse with a 1960s feel.
  • Villa della PergolaHotelAlassio, Italy12 suites across three villas in an English-style garden.
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