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Tokyo Gotokuji Temple Guide | Birthplace of Maneki-neko & February 22 Cat Day
Visit Tokyo's Gotokuji Temple, the birthplace of maneki-neko. Complete guide to Cat Day (Feb 22), history, directions, goods, and must-see highlights.
Travel Guide
Top 10 Cherry Blossom Spots in Tokyo 2026: Best Timing, Crowd Levels & Hidden Gems
The ultimate guide to Tokyo's best cherry blossom spots for 2026. Compare bloom dates, crowd levels, night illuminations, and get insider tips from a Tokyo local.
Travel Guide
Tokyo Rainy Day Itinerary: Indoor Routes, teamLab & Umbrella Tips (2026)
Plan the perfect Tokyo rainy day itinerary with indoor routes from Azabudai Hills to Ginza to Tokyo Station, teamLab Borderless tips, and umbrella advice.
Food & Dining
Grand Hyatt Tokyo Keyakizaka Teppanyaki: Weekend Lunch Course Review, Prices & Reservation Guide
Complete guide to Keyakizaka teppanyaki at Grand Hyatt Tokyo Roppongi Hills. Weekend lunch A course review with prices, 15% service charge breakdown, wine pairing details, and reservation tips.
Travel Guide
Shibuya Hikarie 11F Sky Lobby: Free Observation Deck, Sunset Views & Coin Lockers (2026)
Complete guide to Shibuya Hikarie 11F Sky Lobby — Tokyo's best free observation deck. No reservations needed. Sunset & night views, coin lockers, how to get there, and Shibuya Sky comparison.
Shopping
Daikanyama Dior Bamboo Pavilion: Reservations, Cafe Dior & Book Tote Guide
Complete guide to Dior Bamboo Pavilion in Daikanyama, Tokyo. How to book the boutique, Cafe Dior by Anne-Sophie Pic menu, limited-edition book tote prices, and guided tour info.
Shopping
New York Perfect Cheese Cookie 2026: Prices, New Products & Where to Buy in Tokyo
Complete 2026 guide to New York Perfect Cheese cookies — updated prices for all 4 products, 6 official store locations in Tokyo, new Perfect Pizza & Baked Cheese, plus airport shops in Osaka and Fukuoka.
Food & Dining
Starbucks Japan Valentine 2026 Menu: Affogato & Strawberry Mousse Frappuccino Prices
Complete guide to Starbucks Japan's 2026 Valentine limited menu — Cacao Espresso Affogato Frappuccino, Strawberry Mousse Frappuccino, and Cacao Mousse Latte prices, flavors, and customization tips.
Travel Guide
Shinjuku Gyoen Cherry Blossoms 2026: Reservations, Tickets & Best Spots
Complete 2026 guide to Shinjuku Gyoen cherry blossoms — advance reservations, skip-the-line tickets, best viewing spots, Starbucks tips, and picnic rules.
Travel Guide
Chidorigafuchi Cherry Blossom Boat Guide: No Reservations, On-Site Ticketing & Night Illumination
Complete guide to Chidorigafuchi cherry blossoms in Tokyo — boat riding tips, on-site ticketing strategy, pricing, night illumination spots, and recommended walking course.