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Tokyo’s Award-Winning Pizzas You Need to Try 🍕 From an 8-seat omakase course to a pizza drowning in toppings(yes the third photo is a pizza😉) , these spots are worth carving out a meal for.⁠ Not many people associate pizza with Japan… but Tokyo is quietly home to one of the most exciting pizza scenes in the world!⁠ 📍Pizza Bar on 38th 📍CRAZY PIZZA at SQUARE 📍Pizza da Babbo 📍Pizzeria Cantera 📍Vento e Mare If you’re starting to feel a little maxed out on sushi and ramen, consider this your sign to try a slice🍕🍕 #tokyotrip #tokyotravel #tokyofood #tokyopizza
With summer in full swing, Tokyo is buzzing with must-see events!   One you won’t want to miss is INSPIRE TOKYO 2025, a 4-day festival at Yoyogi Park, brought to you by the Japanese radio station J-WAVE. Expect an epic lineup of live music, one of Tokyo’s biggest craft beer festivals, and over 100 stalls featuring food trucks, indie shops, and hands-on workshops—like making your own miniature garden or creating your own fragrance or natural insect repellent. It’s a vibrant one-stop celebration of Japanese music, food, beer, and creativity. If you’re around this week, go check it out!   Ways to get there: 🚃 Take the JR Yamanote Line —> get off at Harajuku Station 🚇 Take the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line —> get off at Meiji-jingumae ‘Harajuku’ Station 📍 Yoyogi Park Event Square 📅 July 10 ~ 13 ⏲ 11:00〜20:00 💰 Free Entry #tokyoevents #beerfestival#inspiretokyo2025 #jwave813 #tokyofestival #yoyogipark #shibuya #foodtrucks #tokyosummer #summer2025
📢 PSA: Japan’s convenience stores are serving serious summer vibes! From limited-time treats to exclusive collabs, FamilyMart and 7-Eleven are stocked with seasonal must-haves you didn’t know you needed. We’ve rounded up the top summer-only picks, so you don’t have to. Grab them before they’re gone!   Mark your calendar: Horoyoi’s Pineapple Flavor🍍drops July 15. Don’t miss it! #familymartjapan #7elevenjapan #konbini #conbini #summerinjapan #japantravels #onlyinjapan
This July, Japan’s first-ever traditional instrument theater presents a rare month-long showcase of Wagakki (traditional Japanese instruments typically heard in Kabuki performances)🎵🪈 Experience the beautiful and moving sounds of the koto (zither), shakuhachi (vertical bamboo flute), and Tsugaru shamisen (three-stringed lute) in a special musical program that spans classical pieces, expressive folk tunes, and original compositions. As a bonus, visitors can try on Kabuki costumes and enjoy hands-on experience with the instrument themselves after the show👘 Don’t miss this immersive cultural experience in Tokyo! 🌟Wagakki Theater Tokyo (@wagakki_theater ) 📍 Kobikicho Hall, 5th Floor of Kabukiza Tower 📅 July 8 ~ 29 💰 ￥7,700 #wagakkitheatertokyo #wagakki #kabuki #kabukiza #ginza #tokyotrip #tokyotravel #japaneseculture
Planning a summer trip to Japan? Don’t miss the spectacular fireworks festivals happening around Tokyo this July and August! 🎆 From riverside views to historic parks, each show offers a unique atmosphere perfect for a magical summer night. 🎇 Check the dates and save this post to help plan your trip! 📍 Most venues are within 1 to 2 hours from Tokyo Station. 💡 Arrive early to secure a good viewing spot! PC1: Itabashi Fireworks Festival PC2, 3: Courtesy of Taito City (Sumidagawa Fireworks Festival) #gahojapan #fireworks #tokyo
Fairmont Tokyo (@fairmonttokyo )officially opened in Japan on July 1, 2025! Wake up to panoramic views of Tokyo Tower on one side and the serene Tokyo Bay on the other. Indulge in world-class dining, celebrate in grand style, or unwind in our spa, lush outdoor terrace, and rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows. Perfect for travelers, it’s just 13 minutes by Monorail from Haneda Airport, with easy access to Ginza, Shibuya, and countless other landmarks you won’t want to miss. #fairmonttokyo #fairmonthotels #tokyotrip #tokyotravel #tokyohotel #japanhotel #tokyo2025 @fairmonthotels
Summer evenings in Tokyo just got better with free outdoor movies and lawn picnics.  There are only three movie nights left, happening this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Come solo, bring a date, or invite friends. Just make sure you don’t miss your last chance this week! 🍿 Tips: Arrive at least an hour early to grab a good spot on the lawn, and don’t forget your picnic blanket.   📍 Yebisu Garden Place  📅 07/04 (Friday) from 19:30  📅 07/05 (Saturday) from 19:30  📅 07/06 (Sunday) from 19:30  Check the official event website for full details!  #tokyonights #tokyosummer #ebisu #outdoormovie #picniccinema
🗺️ We asked our friends who live in Nakano for recs and put together a curated map of MUST VISIT spots to visit in NAKANO. Comment ‘map’ to get the google maps link via DMs! HOW TO GET TO NAKANO: 🚃appx 3-5min by train from Shinjuku Station. 🚙appx 15min by car from Tokyo or Shinjuku Station.
Looking for a Tokyo neighborhood where art, coffee, and local culture come together? Make your way to Kiyosumi-Shirakawa—a riverside gem where Edo-period charm meets modern design. From art museums and third-wave coffee to serene Japanese gardens and tucked-away cafés, this neighborhood offers a refreshing break from the city’s usual crowds. Whether you’re gallery hopping or sipping single-origin espresso, this laid-back neighborhood invites you to slow down and savor the city at a different pace. 🗺️ We’ve put together a custom map of our favorite cafés, galleries, lunch spots, and more—want a copy? Drop us a comment, and we’ll send it your way 💌 Save this post for your next quiet stroll through Tokyo. #gahojapan #kiyosumishirakawa #tokyoneighborhood #tokyocoffee #tokyoartscene #tokyotravel
8 Museum Cafés in Tokyo Art and coffee—the perfect pair These stylish cafés are located inside or alongside some of Tokyo’s most beautiful museums. Whether you're taking a break after exploring the galleries or simply seeking a quiet moment in a refined space, each offers its own unique charm. From modern art to Impressionist masterpieces, each café has its own distinct vibe—and a menu to match. Which one would you visit first? 🎨☕ #gahojapan #tokyo #cafe
Experience summer in Japan like a true local! We’ve lined up some of the most exciting events happening this July—from a traditional Japanese instrument performance and a herb festival with Mt. Fuji in the background, to a Kyoto temple that only opens to the public during limited times. Plus, other cultural gems and cool sightseeing spots that will help you beat the summer heat in the best way! 🎐 🔖 Save this post for later and tag someone you’d love to explore these with! For full event details and the latest updates, check out the official event websites. #gahojapan #japantravel #eventsinjapan #summerinjapan #july2025
Love Takashi Murakami (@takashipom)’s art?🌼🌈Don’t miss Cafe Zingaro in Nakano where you’ll get to taste his colorful world. Every drink, dessert, and even the walls bloom with his iconic flower motifs. Don’t forget to check out their merch!!☕️ 📍@cafe_zingaro 🚃Nakano Station (JR Chuo line, JR Sobu line, Tozai line) #cafezingaro #takashimurakami #nakano #nakanobroadway #tokyotrip #tokyotravel #japantrip #japantravel #tokyocafe