The National Art Center, Tokyo
Designed by Japanese architect Kisho Kurokawa, NACT is one of the largest exhibition spaces in Japan that welcomes temporary exhibits sponsored and curated by organizations from around the world.
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Toranomon Yokocho
Toranomon Yokocho is a place that connects the present and future of food, which is a collection of a total of 26 famous stores that are famous in Tokyo, which has not been opened in many stores. Toranomon Yokocho is the magnetic field formed by the gathering of shops that have the intention to stick to each other, and the collision of the individual pieces creates heat, the energy of which creates a magnetic force.
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Zojoji Temple
Founded in 1393, the Zojoji Buddhist temple was relocated to the present site in 1598 after Tokugawa Ieyasu entered Edo (present-day Tokyo), and it remained the temple of the Tokugawa family until the start of the Meiji era. It’s a picturesque spot for photos with Tokyo Tower standing tall in the background.
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Atago Shrine
This Shinto shrine is famed for its steep stairway with 86 “stone steps to success.” Established in 1603 by order of the first shogun of the Tokugawa Era, Tokugawa leyasu, the shrine was built atop Atago Mountain, which offered ideal viewpoints of the town to protect the residents from fire and invasions.
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Tempura Masa
Located in the heart of Ginza, this hidden haven of tempura serves authentic fare with a focus on multi-course menus that change with the season. Counter-only seating provides each guest with a unique opportunity to experience the artisanship behind each delicately fried piece of vegetable and seafood. With over 20 years’ experience at the famed Hotel Okura and six years at the Japanese Embassy in Paris, chef Yoshinobu Yamada has created a welcoming shop that has become a favorite among locals.
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Roppongi Robataya
Enjoy an exciting and authentic robata (cooking done over charcoal) experience in neighboring Roppongi. Within the ambiance of a lively marketplace, you can grab a seat by the counter and choose from the large selection of fresh fish, meats and vegetables on display. Relax with a glass of shochu and watch as chefs grill your food in front of you on an open hearth before serving it to you on traditional long wooden paddles.
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The Mass
The Mass, founded in 2016, is a gallery focused on modern and contemporary art. The building is designed by Nobuo Araki / The Archetype, and is in Cat Street Harajuku, which is known as one of the leading sources of fashion.
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Tokyo Shiba Tofuya Ukai
Located at the foot of Tokyo Tower, this picturesque restaurant is housed in a sake brewery that dates back to the 19th century and serves traditional kaiseki cuisine specializing in homemade tofu. Surrounded by 6,600 square meters of Japanese gardens with towering pine trees and cobblestone paths, you will find yourself transported to another era.
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Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum
Established in 1926, Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum is Japan’s first public art museum. Designed by renowned Japanese architect Kunio Maekawa, the museum hosts a variety of temporary exhibitions, shows and masterpieces from leading Japanese and foreign artists.
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Nobu Tokyo
The Japanese outpost of famed chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s NOBU restaurant group, Nobu Tokyo showcases the chef’s innovative style of Japanese cuisine in a modern and lively setting. With fresh local seafood and produce brought in daily, you can savor authentic and original Japanese flavors.
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Kotohira Shrine
Built in 1679, the Kotohira Shrine has long been a place to worship the gods of fishing, fertility, health and industry. Surrounded by towering skyscrapers, this shrine offers a glimpse into Tokyo’s history—a space where fast-paced modernity meets rich tradition.
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The Mori Arts Center Gallery
The Mori Arts Center Gallery is an art space adjacent to the observation deck on the 52nd floor of Roppongi Hills Mori Tower. A venue for high-quality exhibitions on a plethora of themes, including works from the world’s top museums, manga, anime and film, fashion and design from Japan and beyond.
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