Japan 🇯🇵🏂🍜

A collection of 33 places curated by Ben Sampson

Japan trip 2027

Places in this collection

  1. Shimokitazawa

    shop

    Shimokitazawa, Kitazawa, Setagaya City, Tokyo 155-0031, Japan

    Filled with thrift stores

    ShimokitazawaView on Google Maps
  2. Kanda Jinbocho

    other

    Kanda Jinbocho, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 101-0051, Japan

    Book town filled with vintage books, magazines, music books and manga

    Kanda JinbochoView on Google Maps
  3. RED° TOKYO TOWER

    attraction

    Japan, 〒105-0011 Tokyo, Minato City, Shibakoen, 4 Chome−2−8 Tokyo Tower, 3階 フットタウン

    Futuristic arcade with trampoline, climbing, archery, VR, racing, and robot fights, located inside Tokyo Tower

    RED° TOKYO TOWERView on Google Maps
  4. The Making of Harry Potter - Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo

    attraction

    1 Chome-1-7 Kasugacho, Nerima City, Tokyo 179-0074, Japan

    Studio tour with house banners, gift shop, restaurant, sets like the house, common rooms, the great hall, dumbledore's office, and even the forbidden forest, along with animatronics. Interactive activities include putting yourself into a live painting right underneath the moving staircase, reenacting cheering for your favorite house, riding a broom in front of a green screen, playing a little life size wizarding chess, and going to a potions class. You'll stop at privet drive to be able to get food and butterbeer. You get to keep the mug as a souvenir. Tickets usually sell out ahead of time, so i'd highly recommend getting them at least one to two weeks before you wanna go. Costs forty dollars U S D.

    The Making of Harry Potter - Warner Bros. Studio Tour TokyoView on Google Maps
  5. Honky Tonk

    bar

    東京都, Japan

    A bar where you can get various kinds of beer, including Mexican beer.

    Honky TonkView on Google Maps
  6. Nakano City

    other

    Tokyo, Japan

    The creator's favorite neighborhood in Tokyo, known for its cool alleys, numerous izakayas, and affordable drinks.

    Nakano CityView on Google Maps
  7. Jiufen Old Street

    attraction

    Jishan St, Ruifang District, New Taipei City, Taiwan 224

    The video shows Jiufen Old Street, comparing it to the village from the movie Spirited Away.

    Jiufen Old StreetView on Google Maps
  8. Harajuku

    other

    Harajuku, Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan

    Good for clothing and jewelry

    HarajukuView on Google Maps
  9. Koenjikita

    shop

    Koenjikita, Suginami City, Tokyo 166-0002, Japan

    Favorite place for thrifting, best second streets

    KoenjikitaView on Google Maps
  10. Shibuya

    activity

    Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan

    Japanese capital for streetwear

    ShibuyaView on Google Maps
  11. Tokito

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒542-0066 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Kawarayamachi, 1 Chome−2−11 からほりかわらやえん101

    New lunch spot serving Wagyu and egg sandwiches, from the same group as the popular restaurant “myneighbor”. A unique and elevated lunch experience in a quiet local neighborhood.

    TokitoView on Google Maps
  12. glänta Kyoto Sanjo Kawaramachi

    shop

    Japan, 〒604-8004 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Nakajimachō, 三条通河原町 東入中島町87番地 1F

    Ring making workshop

    glänta Kyoto Sanjo KawaramachiView on Google Maps
  13. Nikuya Dotonbori store

    restaurant

    Ribera 西心斎橋 1F, 2 Chome-6-9 Nishishinsaibashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0086, Japan

    Serves delicious Wagyu beef, including a popular Wagyu steak bowl topped with charcoal-grilled Wagyu steak and Wagyu sukiyaki that has gone viral. Open for lunch and dinner.

    Nikuya Dotonbori storeView on Google Maps
  14. Levi’s Harajuku Store

    shop

    Jingumae Green Terrace, 6 Chome-16-12 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan

    Japanese selvedge denim, custom-made, one-of-a-kind pieces tailored exactly to your style

    Levi’s Harajuku StoreView on Google Maps
  15. Yakiniku Kitan Hozenji

    restaurant

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

    A burger restaurant specializing in Wagyu, where every cow's ancestors are traced using certification. They offer a A5 Wagyu smash burger patty, caramelized garlic paste, buns glazed with local honey and used to mop up wagyu fat, and a wagyu steak grilled and sliced in front of you. They also serve a Wagyu sushi tray and an A5 Wagyu bento box.

    Yakiniku Kitan HozenjiView on Google Maps
  16. MooKEN

    cafe

    Japan, 〒542-0085 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Shinsaibashisuji, 1-chōme−5−26 Ripplu 日宝 大阪屋ビル

    Viral stuffed cream puffs with a crispy shell, super light vanilla cream, and a caramelized crust. Described as the best pastry in Japan and a must-try.

    MooKENView on Google Maps
  17. Shinjuku Golden-Gai

    bar

    Japan, 〒160-0021 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Kabukichō, 1-chōme−1−6 あかるい花園 五番街

    Series of alleyways with small, intimate bars seating 6-8 people, each with a unique vibe; some have covers, but some are free; drinks are cheap

    Shinjuku Golden-GaiView on Google Maps
  18. Omoide Yokocho Memory Lane

    attraction

    1 Chome-2 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan

    A little alley in Shinjuku, Tokyo, known as Memory Lane, filled with tiny yakitori spots and sake bars, offering a classic Tokyo nightlife vibe.

    Omoide Yokocho Memory LaneView on Google Maps
  19. Universal Studios Japan

    attraction

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

    Theme park with attractions like The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Super Nintendo World, and Minion Park. Tickets range from ¥8,600–¥14,000.

    Universal Studios JapanView on Google Maps
  20. Osaka Castle

    attraction

    1-1 Ōsakajō, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 540-0002, Japan

    Historic castle, very cheap entry at ¥600 for adults, offering a great historical experience.

    Osaka CastleView on Google Maps