Japan2026

A collection of 139 places curated by Shawna McDonough

Places in this collection

  1. Yado Kiramachi

    accommodation

    722 Shinkamanzacho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8471, Japan

    Ryokan with beautiful and traditionally Japanese rooms, accommodating staff, Buddhist breakfast

    Yado KiramachiView on Google Maps

  2. HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARKROYAL Hotel

    accommodation

    東急歌舞伎町タワ, 1-chōme-29-1 Kabukichō, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0021, Japan

    Incredible location in the heart of Shinjuku, close to the Godzilla head

    HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARKROYAL HotelView on Google Maps

  3. The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

    accommodation

    Japan, 〒604-0836 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Funayacho, 420

    Very spacious & comfortable room which is rare in Japan! Very well located in the centre of Kyoto. On the pricier side!

    The Royal Park Hotel Iconic KyotoView on Google Maps

  4. Candeo Hotels Osaka Shinsaibashi

    shop

    2 Chome-7-12 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0085, Japan

    Nice hotel situated in the heart of Osaka. Nice touch was the rooftop onsen!

    Candeo Hotels Osaka ShinsaibashiView on Google Maps

  5. Yuen Shinjuku

    accommodation

    Japan, 〒160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinjuku, 5 Chome−3−18 1F

    Incredible hotel nestled in the heart of Shinjuku. Rooms are small but the onsen & the view is incredible. You have a 360 view of Tokyo in a inside / outside onsen. The hotel provides free ice cream after your spa experience as well!

    Yuen ShinjukuView on Google Maps

  6. Narita International Airport

    other

    1-1 Furugome, Narita, Chiba 282-0004, Japan

    Offers the Skyliner train, one of the fastest options into Tokyo.

    Narita International AirportView on Google Maps

  7. Haneda Airport

    other

    Hanedakuko, Ota City, Tokyo 144-0041, Japan

    Offers the monorail, one of the easiest transport options.

    Haneda AirportView on Google Maps

  8. Kansai International Airport

    activity

    1番地 Senshūkūkōkita, Izumisano, Osaka 549-0001, Japan

    Has new kiosks for immigration and customs.

    Kansai International AirportView on Google Maps

  9. Kuromon Market

    attraction

    Nipponbashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0073, Japan

    A tuna stand with no lines, where you can pick your fish and watch it prepared, offering more tuna for the price compared to the Tsukiji Market location.

    View on Google Maps

  10. Okinawa

    other

    Okinawa, Japan

    Explored nature, had a creative retreat with 12 creatives, and visited a zoo to see capybaras in Naha.

    OkinawaView on Google Maps

  11. Otaru

    other

    Hokkaido, Japan

    Visited for a slower pace, 30-40 minutes northwest of Sapporo by train. Enjoyed mountain to city views from Tenguyama.

    OtaruView on Google Maps

  12. Tokyo

    other

    Tokyo, Japan

    Century old Himalayan cedar. It started as a potted plant before the war and was safe from redevelopment by the locals. It's the soul of this neighborhood.

    TokyoView on Google Maps

  13. Kanazawa

    other

    Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

    A recommended prefecture by the water, described as a chill, less touristy 'little Kyoto'.

    KanazawaView on Google Maps

  14. Shirakawa

    attraction

    Shirakawa, Ono District, Gifu, Japan

    Visited the UNESCO World Heritage Site, village of Ogimachi.

    ShirakawaView on Google Maps

  15. Shizuoka

    other

    Shizuoka, Japan

    Prefecture in the Mount Fuji region, chosen for being less expensive and more local than Kawaguchiko/Hakone.

    ShizuokaView on Google Maps

  16. Ebisu Island

    attraction

    1638 Suzaki, Shimoda, Shizuoka 415-0014, Japan

    Stayed for a capybara hotel experience.

    Ebisu IslandView on Google Maps

  17. Akihabara

    shop

    Taito City, Tokyo 110-0006, Japan

    A great place to buy tech, especially SD cards and flash drives for phones.

    AkihabaraView on Google Maps

  18. Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station Lounge

    attraction

    Narusawa, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi 401-0320, Japan

    Has nearly the same things as Tokyo without as many tourists. Cheaper hotels, countryside, genuine onsen, yama, the beach or the ocean. The city itself still has a lot to offer. Yatai.

    Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station LoungeView on Google Maps

  19. Onsen Ryokan Yuen Bettei Tokyo Daita

    accommodation

    2 Chome-31-26 Daita, Setagaya City, Tokyo 155-0033, Japan

    Hotel with twin beds and two floors, their cheapest option.

    Onsen Ryokan Yuen Bettei Tokyo DaitaView on Google Maps

  20. et - The Cultural Coffeehouse

    cafe

    Japan, 〒155-0031 Tokyo, Setagaya City, Kitazawa, 2 Chome−22−3 下北パークフロント 1F,2F

    Favorite coffee shop visited multiple times.

    et - The Cultural CoffeehouseView on Google Maps