Japan 2026

A collection of 46 places curated by Angelica Rivera

Places in this collection

  1. Okubo

    other

    Shinjuku City, Tokyo 169-0072, Japan

    K Town where there are many K pop stores with official and unofficial merch like blankets, stickers and fans

    OkuboView on Google Maps

  2. Namba Yasaka Jinja

    attraction

    2-chōme-9-19 Motomachi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0016, Japan

    Famous for its giant lion-head stage said to bring good fortune and swallow bad spirits. 8-10 min walk from Namba Station. Go early morning for empty shots and softer light.

    Namba Yasaka JinjaView on Google Maps

  3. Kamakura Chacha

    cafe

    1 Chome-6-8 Yukinoshita, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0005, Japan

    Matcha ice cream shop with 5 levels of intensity

    Kamakura ChachaView on Google Maps

  4. who's fan

    shop

    Japan, 〒170-0013 Tokyo, Toshima City, Higashiikebukuro, 1 Chome−8−1 WACCA池袋 1階

    Pop up for more albums and light sticks

    who's fanView on Google Maps

  5. Hello Kitty Japan

    shop

    東京都, Japan

    So many cute photocard holders to put your photo cards in

    Hello Kitty JapanView on Google Maps

  6. Hatoya Kamakura

    cafe

    11-37 Onarimachi, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0012, Japan

    Matcha cookie and financier shop, popular but this branch has no queue

    Hatoya KamakuraView on Google Maps

  7. Coconuts Discs

    shop

    武蔵野市, Japan

    Record shop located in an alley with a Hawaiian vibe, specializing in used LPs and CDs across various genres, especially city pop. Features a charming interior.

    Coconuts DiscsView on Google Maps

  8. Minoh Falls

    attraction

    2-2 Minookoen, Minoh, Osaka 562-0002, Japan

    Stunning waterfall with gorgeous path along the way

    Minoh FallsView on Google Maps

  9. America-mura

    attraction

    America-mura, 1 Chome Higashishinsaibashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0086, Japan

    Osaka's street culture hub with vintage stores, skate shops and independent cafés. 5-10 min walk from Shinsaibashi Station. Best as a slow wander. It's more “explore” than “tick off”.

    America-muraView on Google Maps

  10. Airport

    shop

    2 Chome-8-19 Kozu, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0072, Japan

    Often have really cute K pop themed ones

    AirportView on Google Maps

  11. 수달 카페

    activity

    1-chōme-6-8 Jingūmae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan

    A Unique Spot Where You Can Meet Adorable Otters

    수달 카페View on Google Maps

  12. Harajuku Mame Shiba Cafe

    cafe

    Japan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingumae, 1 Chome−6−10 ３F

    A lovely cafe in Tokyo with 12 Shiba Inu dogs

    Harajuku Mame Shiba CafeView on Google Maps

  13. Mandarake Grandchaos

    shop

    4 Chome-12-6 Nipponbashi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0005, Japan

    Got so many cool cards for 12?!€

    Mandarake GrandchaosView on Google Maps

  14. Dotonbori

    attraction

    1 Chome-9 Dotonbori, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0071, Japan

    Osaka's most famous street, street food, giant neon billboards, Glico sign, amazing street food & canal views, 5 min walk from Namba Station (Midosuji Line), visit after sunset for the full neon effect, but eat slightly off the main strip for shorter queues and better prices.

    DotonboriView on Google Maps

  15. Snoopy Museum Tokyo

    attraction

    3 Chome-1-4 Tsuruma, Machida, Tokyo 194-0004, Japan

    Snoopy museum

    Snoopy Museum TokyoView on Google Maps

  16. Kamakurakōkō-Mae Station

    attraction

    1-chōme-1 Koshigoe, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0033, Japan

    Train station by the sea, famous from Slam Dunk anime

    Kamakurakōkō-Mae StationView on Google Maps

  17. Shichirigahama Beach

    attraction

    Japan, 〒248-0026 Kanagawa, Kamakura, Shichirigahamahigashi, 2-chōme−1, 七里ガ浜

    Beach with good vibes, possible to see Mount Fuji

    Shichirigahama BeachView on Google Maps

  18. Kyukyodo

    shop

    520 Shimohonnojimaecho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8091, Japan

    Japan's oldest stationery shop, official stationery for the Imperial House of Japan since 1891. Two shops across the street sell different items.

    KyukyodoView on Google Maps

  19. Universal Studios Japan

    attraction

    2-chōme-1-33 Sakurajima, Konohana Ward, Osaka, 554-0031, Japan

    Home to Super Nintendo World and Harry Potter, this is a full-day theme park, not a quick stop. Buy the Express Passes early & download the USJ app for wait times + timed entry.

    Universal Studios JapanView on Google Maps

  20. West Coast Anchor

    shop

    サンコトブキ西心斎橋, 1F, 1 Chome-16-5 Nishishinsaibashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0086, Japan

    American vintage clothing, jumpers, trackies, sports jerseys, workwear, and outdoor apparel. Quality of the pieces aren't in the best condition, but the prices are pretty good compared to its competitors.

    West Coast AnchorView on Google Maps