Japan 2026

A collection of 122 places curated by megan

Places in this collection

  1. Tonkatsu Daiki

    restaurant

    1-chōme-6-2 Higashishinsaibashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0083, Japan

    Huge, crispy pork cutlet rice bowls, fried to perfection and seriously delicious. Owned by an ex-sumo wrestler, so portions are massive.

    Tonkatsu DaikiView on Google Maps

  2. Dotonbori

    attraction

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

    The ultimate street food stop for takoyaki, okonomiyaki, melon-pan & strawberry daifuku.

    DotonboriView on Google Maps

  3. Wagyu IDATEN

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒542-0076 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Namba, 1-chōme−8−２０ 嘉光ビル 2階

    Premium wagyu lunch bento sets featuring sukiyaki, tataki, and roast beef that literally melt in your mouth.

    Wagyu IDATENView on Google Maps

  4. Gion Tsujiri • Saryo Tsujiri Daimaru Shinsaibashi Store

    cafe

    Japan, 〒542-8501 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Shinsaibashisuji, 1-chōme−7−１ Main Building, 8階 Daimaru Shinsaibashi

    A must for matcha and sweet treat lovers, offering matcha parfaits and lattes.

    Gion Tsujiri • Saryo Tsujiri Daimaru Shinsaibashi StoreView on Google Maps

  5. A Happy Pancake Shinsaibashi

    cafe

    Japan, 〒542-0086 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Nishishinsaibashi, 2-chōme−10−３２ B１F

    The fluffiest Japanese-style soufflé pancakes made fresh to order, with fun seasonal flavours.

    A Happy Pancake ShinsaibashiView on Google Maps

  6. Rockrock

    bar

    Japan, 〒542-0086 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Nishishinsaibashi, 1 Chome−8−1 心斎橋アトリウムビル 3F

    Location mentioned in the Instagram caption.

    RockrockView on Google Maps

  7. 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

  8. 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

  9. five star camera

    shop

    Japan, 〒160-0023 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Nishishinjuku, 1-chōme−13−６ 浜夕ビル 2階

    Vintage camera store in Shinjuku, Tokyo

    five star cameraView on Google Maps

  10. JANAI COFFEE

    cafe

    Japan, 〒150-0022 Tokyo, Shibuya, Ebisuminami, 2 Chome−3−13 Yamanen Bldg., B1階

    Humble coffee shop by day, secret gesture on website opens shelf to the left to reveal a swanky evening venue, reservation only, hidden secret menu with drink with a scoop of ice cream

    JANAI COFFEEView on Google Maps

  11. Dogenzaka Church -The Church-

    bar

    Japan, 〒150-0043 Tokyo, Shibuya, Dogenzaka, 2 Chome−16−5 Central Kyoritsu Building, 1階

    No cover, great music, smoking allowed inside, bartenders dressed like nuns, DJs spinning heaters, secret party vibe

    Dogenzaka Church -The Church-View on Google Maps

  12. Mount Yoshino

    attraction

    Yoshinoyama, Yoshino, Yoshino District, Nara 639-3115, Japan

    Iconic cherry blossom spot, perfect day trip if you’re staying in Osaka or Kyoto. Sakura Forecast Window for Mt. Yoshino: March 26 – April 10. Bring cash, wear comfortable walking shoes, pre-book trains with reserved seats.

    Mount YoshinoView on Google Maps

  13. SAVOY Azabujuban

    restaurant

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

    Neapolitan pizza, Tabelog: 3.73

    SAVOY AzabujubanView on Google Maps

  14. Menchirashi

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingūmae, 6-chōme−13−７ 1F

    Carbonara udon, Tabelog: 3.58

    MenchirashiView on Google Maps

  15. Kodokan

    attraction

    1-chōme-6-29 Sannomaru, Mito, Ibaraki 310-0011, Japan

    Cultural events

    KodokanView on Google Maps

  16. Kairakuen

    attraction

    1 Chome-3-3 Tokiwacho, Mito, Ibaraki 310-0033, Japan

    3,000 Plum trees, idyllic destination for daytime garden walks, tea ceremonies and cultural events, evening illuminations

    KairakuenView on Google Maps

  17. Akima Plum Grove

    attraction

    672 Nishikamiakima, Annaka, Gunma 379-0108, Japan

    Home to around 35,000 plum trees, visitors can stroll through the grove by day, browse weekend food stalls and experience the area after dark during an illumination event

    Akima Plum GroveView on Google Maps

  18. Odawara Castle Park

    attraction

    6-1 Jonai, Odawara, Kanagawa 250-0014, Japan

    Urban-historic setting with additional plum groves and seasonal cultural events

    Odawara Castle ParkView on Google Maps

  19. Soga Plum Grove

    attraction

    Sogabetsusho, Odawara, Kanagawa 250-0205, Japan

    35,000 Plum trees blooming against a backdrop of Mount Fuji

    Soga Plum GroveView on Google Maps

  20. Atami Plum Garden

    attraction

    8-11 Baiencho, Atami, Shizuoka 413-0032, Japan

    Terraced garden surrounded by hills, hundreds of plum trees bloom before most of the Kanto region enters spring, footbaths and souvenir shops operate within the garden

    Atami Plum GardenView on Google Maps