Our last full day in Tokyo brought an unexpected discovery at Hands, a very crowded Mega Don Quijote and one final packing challenge.
Tokyo Character Street vs. Sunshine City: Which One Should You Visit?
Tokyo Character Street or Sunshine City? We visited both. Here’s what makes them different and how to decide which one fits your Tokyo itinerary.
Japan Day 19: A Quiet Temple and Unexpected Finds at Nakano Broadway
A quiet Buddhist temple, an unexpected bookstore and some great finds at Nakano Broadway made our changed Tokyo plans completely worth it.
Japan Day 18: Ginza, Conveyor-Belt Sushi and a Character Street Shopping Mission
A rainy forecast changed our Tokyo plans, leading to a day of Ginza shopping, our first conveyor-belt sushi and a 30-minute Character Street mission.
Anime & Manga Shopping in Japan: Where We Actually Shopped
We shopped for anime, manga and character goods in Den Den Town, Akihabara and Nakano Broadway. Here’s how the three experiences compared.
Japan Day 17: An Afternoon of Anime, Manga and Kawaii Finds in Akihabara
A hot afternoon in Akihabara brought gashapon, second-hand Chiikawa finds, manga, kawaii books and a few unexpected treasures.
Japan Day 16: DisneySea, Heat, and Maybe One Amusement Park Too Many
A hot afternoon at Tokyo DisneySea with four rides, Mickey ice cream, beautiful scenery and one very loud evening show.
Sanrio Puroland: What to Know Before You Go
Planning a visit to Sanrio Puroland? Here’s what to know about tickets, opening hours, rides, crowds and getting there from Tokyo.
Japan Day 14 & 15: Sanrio Puroland, a Lost Phone and a Much-Needed Day Off
A crowded day at Sanrio Puroland, a lost phone, an unexpected return trip and a much-needed slow afternoon after two busy weeks in Japan.
Japan Day 13: K-Pop, Cute Glasses and More Shopping in Shibuya
A day of shopping in Shibuya brought K-pop finds, unexpected Pompompurin glasses, a peaceful dinner and one last stop at Daiso.