Japan 2026

A collection of 415 places curated by Kaitlyn

Places in this collection

  1. Kakekomi Gyoza

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒160-0021 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Kabukicho, 1 Chome−12−2 第58東京ビル

    All you can eat izakaya with Edo period theme, known for unique gyoza and oden for $10. Crispy outside, juicy inside gyoza and oden simmered in a rich flavorful broth.

    Kakekomi GyozaView on Google Maps

  2. THE SUMO LIVE RESTAURANT HIRAKUZA GINZA TOKYO

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 1 Chome−9−13 B１F

    Enjoy a full kaiseki dinner, watch a real sumo match, ask the wrestlers questions, and step into the ring yourself.

    THE SUMO LIVE RESTAURANT HIRAKUZA GINZA TOKYOView on Google Maps

  3. Jindaiji Temple

    attraction

    Japan, 〒182-0017 Tokyo, Chofu, Jindaiji Motomachi, 5-chōme−１５−１

    A quiet forested little pocket of the city, which offers a glimpse into old world Japan. Its mossy paths aligned with charming traditional shops selling handmade Wagashi and pottery with small streams running between the cedar trees. Also famous for its handmade soba with dozens of renowned noodle shops that have been operating for generations. At the center of it all is Jindaiji temple, Tokyo's second oldest temple offering the peaceful Edo period atmosphere the area is known for.

    Jindaiji TempleView on Google Maps

  4. Kyoto Ramen Sadakazu

    restaurant

    281-1 Gionmachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0073, Japan

    Super small ramen shop, open from 10 pm, great music selection and the best ramen I had in Japan.

    Kyoto Ramen SadakazuView on Google Maps

  5. Gyoza Taizou

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒604-8042 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Nakanocho, 572 しのぶ会館 ２Ｆ

    The place where I ate the best gyoza in my life. Crispy on the outside, packed with juicy filling on the inside, super cozy, only eight seats and all gyoza are freshly made to order.

    Gyoza TaizouView on Google Maps

  6. komorebino natural wine bar

    bar

    Japan, 〒605-0078 Kyoto, 京都市東山区富永町123Higashiyama Ward, 花見会館1階

    The cutest little natural wine bar recommended in the Noma Kyoto book.

    komorebino natural wine barView on Google Maps

  7. AMAM DACOTAN

    cafe

    3-chōme-7-6 Kitaaoyama, Minato City, Tokyo 107-0061, Japan

    A bakery in Japan described as having stunning interiors like a Studio Ghibli movie, offering both sweet and savory options. Highlights include the egg sando and banana fritter pecan thing.

    AMAM DACOTANView on Google Maps

  8. Yodobashi Akiba

    shop

    1-1 Kanda Hanaokacho, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 101-0028, Japan

    Massive 9-floor store with electronics, skincare, makeup, games, figurines, food court with restaurants from all parts of Japan

    Yodobashi AkibaView on Google Maps

  9. SAVOY Azabujuban

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒106-0045 Tokyo, Minato City, Azabujūban, 2-chōme−20−１２ オリエント麻布 1階

    A pizza place that the creator's friends say has the best pizza in Japan. The creator rates it a 9 out of 10 compared to the best pizza they had in Rome.

    SAVOY AzabujubanView on Google Maps

  10. HISAYA KYOTO Azabujuban Store

    cafe

    2 Chome-4-8 Azabujuban, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0045, Japan

    A cafe specializing in chestnut desserts, located a five-minute walk from Savoy. The creator recommends trying a chestnut dessert and notes it's a quiet place to relax.

    HISAYA KYOTO Azabujuban StoreView on Google Maps

  11. Ramen Jazzy Beats

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒153-0051 Tokyo, Meguro City, Kamimeguro, 3 Chome−5−25 中目黒高架下59

    A small ramen shop located under a train station, known for its meticulous preparation and salt-based broth, which is less heavy. The creator loves this place for its perfectly cooked and salted components.

    Ramen Jazzy BeatsView on Google Maps

  12. BAM BI COFFEE

    cafe

    Japan, 〒169-0072 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Okubo, 1 Chome−14−26 渡辺荘

    Japanese pancake cafe

    BAM BI COFFEEView on Google Maps

  13. 0-second lemon sour Sendai Horumon Yakiniku Barbecue Tokiwatei Ueno Ameyoko

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒110-0005 Tokyo, Taito City, Ueno, 4 Chome−9−6 ナガフジビル別館 2F

    90-Minute all-you-can-drink lemon sour and delicious yakiniku

    0-second lemon sour Sendai Horumon Yakiniku Barbecue Tokiwatei Ueno AmeyokoView on Google Maps

  14. Hōkan-ji Temple (Yasaka Pagoda)

    attraction

    Japan, 〒605-0862 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, 清水八坂上町３８８

    Kyoto's iconic five-story pagoda in Higashiyama, best photo spot with traditional streets in the background, go early morning for the calmest shots

    Hōkan-ji Temple (Yasaka Pagoda)View on Google Maps

  15. Monkey Park Iwatayama

    activity

    Nishiyama-8-2 Takaha, Nada Ward, Kobe, Hyogo 657-0001, Japan

    Feed wild monkeys with a stunning Kyoto panorama, one of Kyoto's most unique hilltop experiences, 10-min hike from the Arashiyama bamboo grove

    Monkey Park IwatayamaView on Google Maps

  16. Nishiki Market

    shop

    Higashiuoyacho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8055, Japan

    Kyoto's 400-year-old kitchen with 100+ food stalls, try everything from fresh sashimi to matcha treats, all under one covered street - perfect rain or shine

    Nishiki MarketView on Google Maps

  17. Nintendo KYOTO

    shop

    Japan, 〒600-8002 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Otabicho, 2丁目35 京都髙島屋S.C T8 7F

    Giant Mario on the 1st floor of Kyoto Takashimaya, free to visit with exclusive Kyoto-only merch, don't miss the rooftop terrace

    Nintendo KYOTOView on Google Maps

  18. Yasaka Shrine

    attraction

    625 Gionmachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0073, Japan

    Kyoto's most famous shrine, open 24/7, super photogenic at night with glowing lanterns, an easy walk from Kiyomizu-dera

    Yasaka ShrineView on Google Maps

  19. Nanzen-ji

    attraction

    Nanzenji Fukuchicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8435, Japan

    Roman-style brick aqueduct inside a Zen temple, one of Kyoto's most photogenic and unique backdrops, free to visit, right next to Nanzen-ji main hall

    Nanzen-jiView on Google Maps

  20. Kinkaku-ji

    attraction

    1 Kinkakujichō, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8361, Japan

    Japan's most famous golden temple reflecting on the pond, best photo from across the mirror pond, 25 minutes from Kyoto Station by bus

    Kinkaku-jiView on Google Maps