Places in this collection
Sugamo
shopToshima City, Tokyo 170-0002, Japan
Known as the Harajuku for older people, place to stock up on red clothing, famous for bright red underwear
View on Google MapsKappabashi Kitchen Supply Town
shop3-chōme-18-2 Matsugaya, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0036, Japan
Guaranteed to find whatever kitchen gadget you could possibly want, many little shops that specialize in different things, food sample store with hyper realistic plastic food, place that sells beautiful Japanese style pottery
View on Google MapsNIPPORI FABRIC TOWN
shop6 Chome-17-6 Higashinippori, Arakawa City, Tokyo 116-0014, Japan
All things textile related, shops that specialize in a myriad of buttons in all shapes and sizes, family run shops that have endless rolls of fabric, including some questionable animal fur
View on Google MapsIkebukuro Station
other1 Chome Minamiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 171-0022, Japan
South Gate JR Ikebukuro Station Stamp + JR Legendary Stamp Rally Stamp (available until March 8)
View on Google MapsJR EAST Travel Service Center (Ikebukuro)
attraction東京都, Japan
Stamp collecting spot
View on Google MapsIkebukuro East Tourist Information Centre
attraction1 Chome-20-10 Higashiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 170-0013, Japan
Stamp collecting spot with 5 stamps
View on Google Mapsanimate Ikebukuro main store
shop1 Chome-20-7 Higashiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 170-0013, Japan
Stamp collecting spot
View on Google MapsMugiwara Store
shop東京都, Japan
Stamp collecting spot
View on Google MapsEvangelion Store
shopIkebukuro PARCO Main Building, 6F, 1-chōme-28-2 Minamiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 171-0022, Japan
Stamp collecting spot
View on Google MapsTobu Tojo Line Station Office
attraction1 Chome-17-1 Higashiikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo 170-0013, Japan
Stamp collecting spot
View on Google Maps% ARABICA Kyoto Arashiyama
cafe3-47 Sagatenryuji Susukinobabacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8385, Japan
Aesthetic cafe with good coffee, known for its Kyoto latte and riverside views.
View on Google MapsAge.3 Ginza
cafe235-2 Shinmeicho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8092, Japan
A peaceful cafe with a favorite matcha latte.
View on Google MapsGOKAGO
cafe2-chōme-258 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0862, Japan
A cafe with a standard design but great matcha and a patio. It's recommended to go very early.
View on Google MapsCafe Kawataro
cafe505 Washiocho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0072, Japan
This cafe has beautiful garden views and is recommended for tea and dessert.
View on Google MapsJapan
otherTravel tips for visiting Japan in January/February, including advice on packing, shopping, and staying connected.
View on Google MapsJapan Travel
activityJapan, 〒102-0093 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Hirakawachō, 2 Chome−4−4 owns平河町 3F
This video lists six types of collectibles to find in Japan: stamps, squished coins (souvenir medallions), gachapon, omamori (good luck amulets), plush keychains, and coffee cards. The items are ranked from cheapest to most expensive.
View on Google MapsGōtokuji Temple
attraction2-chōme-24-7 Gōtokuji, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0021, Japan
Temple considered the origin of the Japanese lucky cat, Maneki Neko. Purchase a lucky cat, write a wish on it, and either leave it at the temple or take it home. Once your wish has been fulfilled, you can bring the cat back to the temple.
View on Google MapsRARASAND
cafe1 Chome-8-5 Gotokuji, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0021, Japan
Cafe with Lucky Cat castella cakes and matcha.
View on Google Mapspizza marumo
restaurantJapan, 〒150-0022 Tokyo, Shibuya, Ebisuminami, 1-chōme−11−13 恵比寿ヴェルソービル 1階
Neapolitan style pizza with unique topping choices, including Japanese umami pizza with mushrooms, dried mackerel, bonito flakes, and green onions.
View on Google MapsUeno Park
attractionUenokoen, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0007, Japan
Park with multiple museums.
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