Japanese Hospitality

Tune in to Tokyo’s Best Music Venues

Music moves us all, and those looking to experience a bustling music scene need not look further than Tokyo. The city’s nightlife can take a decidedly artistic turn thanks to venues catering to all genres. Jazz bars, open-mic nights, karaoke hotspots, concert halls and more have audiophiles from near and far tuning into Tokyo.

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Itinerary Inspo: Solo Travel Exploring Culture and Food

Traveling solo is a special way to experience the world. Daunting to some, Ciara Johnson finds it invigorating — so much so that she encourages others to explore the world with her solo adventures. Making her way through Tokyo, Hakone and Kyoto, Ciara’s itinerary digs deep into Japanese culture and food. It’s perfect inspiration for anyone looking to cultivate memory-making moments and truly immerse themselves in unique experiences.

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ITINERARY INSPO: DELVING INTO JAPAN’S CULINARY SCENE

Exploring the culinary arts one bite at a time, food is at the center of Sal DiBenedetto’s itinerary. In addition to learning about vegan Buddhist cooking and attending masterclasses on soba noodles and sushi, Sal will be tasting his way through some of Tokyo and Kyoto’s most unexpected dining establishments.

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DISCOVER JAPAN’S MOST INTERESTING MUSEUMS

Museums are an excellent opportunity to delve into Japanese history and culture — but these aren’t your typical museums. Unusual subjects, unexpected displays and uncommon sights make these museums a little different than your run-of-the-mill gallery of glass display cases.

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ITINERARY INSPO: TOKYO AND KYOTO

Finding the most scenic and memorable destinations is second nature to photographers Chelsea Mealo and Rod Trevino. Those looking to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Japan may find inspiration in this creative duo’s itinerary. Focusing on the areas surrounding two of Japan’s most iconic cities — Tokyo and Kyoto — Chelsea and Rod have fine-tuned their destination list to capture some of the most stunning locations.