Japan 2027

A collection of 20 places curated by Esmie

Places in this collection

  1. Jambo Hanare

    restaurant

    3 Chome-27-9 Hongo, Bunkyo City, Tokyo 113-0033, Japan

    One of the best yakiniku spots in Tokyo, offering a prefix course menu for about $130 per person. The meal includes a red wine stew of beef tongue, superior cut of beef tongue, Premium Kalbi, Noharayaki (paper-thin A5 sirloin marinated in soy sauce and dipped in egg yolk), loin, beef sushi, beef skewer, and the main attraction, Chateaubriand. Even the peach ice cream dessert was incredible.

    Jambo HanareView on Google Maps

  2. Yakiniku Kitan Hozenji

    restaurant

    1 Chome-7-12 Dotonbori, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0071, Japan

    A burger restaurant in Osaka known for its top-tier wagyu burgers, featuring wagyu fat brushed patties, caramelized garlic paste, honey-glazed buns, and wagyu steak slices topped with a cured egg yolk.

    Yakiniku Kitan HozenjiView on Google Maps

  3. Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

    attraction

    Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8394, Japan

    The main attraction of the video, with tips on visiting early and walking further in.

    Arashiyama Bamboo ForestView on Google Maps

  4. Onigiri Ranma

    restaurant

    22-16 Sagatenryuji Kitatsukurimichicho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8374, Japan

    A breakfast spot known for fresh, made-to-order onigiri, recommended for an early start before the bamboo forest.

    Onigiri RanmaView on Google Maps

  5. Otago Nenbutsuji Temple

    attraction

    2-5 Sagatoriimoto Fukatanichō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8439, Japan

    A Buddhist temple with over a thousand unique disciple statues, recommended after visiting the bamboo forest.

    Otago Nenbutsuji TempleView on Google Maps

  6. Eel Restaurant Unagi no Naruse Kyoto

    restaurant

    13-1 Hontorocho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8086, Japan

    A recommended unagi spot in Kyoto, noted for its quality and pricing by portion, located near a Michelin Guide restaurant.

    Eel Restaurant Unagi no Naruse KyotoView on Google Maps

  7. Kiddy Land

    shop

    6 Chome-1-9 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan

    Multi-story department store of cute merchandise, open since the 1950s, each floor dedicated to a different franchise

    Kiddy LandView on Google Maps

  8. Kyoto Kimono Rental wargo Kyoto Tower Shop

    activity

    Japan, 〒600-8216 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Higashishiokojicho, 721-1 京都タワービル 3F

    Renting kimonos in Kyoto

    Kyoto Kimono Rental wargo Kyoto Tower ShopView on Google Maps

  9. Tokyo City Flea Market

    shop

    2-chōme-1-1 Katsushima, Shinagawa City, Tokyo 140-0012, Japan

    Flea market with a variety of vendors selling jewelry, clothes, shoes, coach bags, handmade pouches, and chopstick holders. Opens around 9:30 AM and gets busy quickly.

    Tokyo City Flea MarketView on Google Maps

  10. Edo period home

    attraction

    1-1 Chiyoda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-8111, Japan

    Once a real samurai residence, is over 200 years old, and inside are some incredible treasures, including the 650 year old sword

    Edo period homeView on Google Maps

  11. ASAKUSA SUMO CLUB

    activity

    2 Chome-10-12 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan

    Sumo show with traditional geisha performance, sumo history, and sumo wrestling matches; opportunity to challenge wrestlers

    ASAKUSA SUMO CLUBView on Google Maps

  12. THE SUMO HALL HIRAKUZA OSAKA

    activity

    Japan, 〒556-0011 Osaka, Naniwa Ward, Nanbanaka, 2 Chome−10−70 なんばパークス内 ８階

    Sumo wrestling show featuring former professional sumo wrestlers, English MC translators, show format made it easy to understand the basics of sumo, bento meal included, lucky draw where if your number is chosen, you can actually interact with them yourself, they actually took the time to take pictures with everybody at the end

    THE SUMO HALL HIRAKUZA OSAKAView on Google Maps

  13. Ocean Blue Café

    cafe

    Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, 内, ４２４番地 Ishikawa, Motobu, Kunigami District, Okinawa 905-0206, Japan

    Cafe with a window seat offering surreal views of whale sharks and manta rays.

    Ocean Blue CaféView on Google Maps

  14. Katsuoji

    attraction

    2914-1 Aomatani, Minoh, Osaka 562-8508, Japan

    For a small entry fee of 500 yen, you're given a blank postcard and you wander around the grounds collecting six seasonal stamps to create the coolest daruma theme souvenir. You can also buy a daruma doll, set a goal, colour in one eye and leave it among the thousands scattered around the temple as a promise to yourself to achieve that desire.

    KatsuojiView on Google Maps

  15. Oro Bistrot

    bar

    Via di S. Eufemia, 19, 00187 Roma RM, Italy

    The best rooftop in Rome with stunning views of the city.

    Oro BistrotView on Google Maps

  16. K36 (The Bar & Rooftop)

    bar

    Japan, 〒605-0862 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Kiyomizu, 2 Chome−204-2 4F The Hotel Seiryu

    Rooftop bar with clear views of Yasaka Pagoda and the city skyline, ideal for watching the sunset without crowds. No reservation needed, but arrive early for a good spot. There is a ¥1,100 ($7) cover charge, not including drinks.

    K36 (The Bar & Rooftop)View on Google Maps

  17. Macho Bar

    bar

    Japan, 〒604-8032 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Yamazakicho, 258-26 ファミリー観光ビル 1階

    A bar where patrons are picked up by staff as a requirement.

    Macho BarView on Google Maps

  18. Aomori Museum of Art

    attraction

    Chikano-185 Yasuta, Aomori, 038-0021, Japan

    Exhibition of works by Yoshitomo Nara, featuring sculptures and paintings.

    Aomori Museum of ArtView on Google Maps

  19. 9 Pyramids Lounge

    restaurant

    Nazlet El-Semman, Al Haram, Giza Governorate 3512201, Egypt

    Dine with a view of the pyramids.

    9 Pyramids LoungeView on Google Maps

  20. Archaeological Park of Pompeii

    attraction

    80045 Pompei, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy

    An underwater Roman city, described as a place to dive and experience time travel.

    Archaeological Park of PompeiiView on Google Maps