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Events & Festivals
Kyu-Furukawa Gardens Roses 2026: Hours & Admission
The spring rose festival at Kyu-Furukawa Gardens: the Josiah Conder western house, the Jugaku Ogawa Japanese garden, bloom timing and access.
Events & Festivals
Tokyo Tocho Light Show 2026: Times, Programs & Free Spots
TOKYO Night & Light at the Metropolitan Government Building: showtimes through the year, all five programs, and where to watch it for free.
Shopping
Sundrug Coupon: Tax-Free Plus Up to 7% Off
How to get the free Sundrug coupon from Live Japan or Klook, what it comes to at each spending tier, and which branches accept each one.
Travel Guide
Odaiba Fountain Show Times: Free Tokyo Aqua Symphony
The free Tokyo Aqua Symphony fountain show at Odaiba Seaside Park runs 11:00-21:00 daily. Full schedule, the three programs, and where to stand.
Travel Guide
Tokyo Weather in June: Rainy Season & What to Wear
June temperatures and rainfall in Tokyo week by week from JMA data, what to wear, hydrangea spots, rainy-day options and the best dates to go.
Food & Dining
Starbucks Japan 30th Frappuccino: 4-Landmark Tokyo Course
Five classic Frappuccinos are back for Starbucks Japan's 30th, one per store. A one-day route through Shibuya, Wadakura, Asakusa and Skytree.
Events & Festivals
Odaiba Nikufes 2026: Dates, Tickets & How to Get There
Japan's largest meat festival over Golden Week at Odaiba. Twenty standout stalls, how the ticket system works, premium lounges and access.
Food & Dining
Ogawa Coffee Laboratory Takanawa: All 12 Labs Explained
All twelve labs at OGAWA COFFEE LABORATORY in Takanawa Gateway City, covering coffee, bakery, gelato, pizza and craft beer, with hours and picks.
Events & Festivals
Roppongi Hills Craft Sake Week 2026: Tickets & Dates
Japan's largest sake festival at Roppongi Hills with 130 breweries and 20 restaurants. Ticket prices, how the cup system works, and daily themes.
Travel Guide
Caretta Shiodome Free Observation Deck: 46F Night View
The 46F SKY VIEW at Caretta Shiodome is free, about 200m up, and looks over Tokyo Bay and Rainbow Bridge. Hours 11:00-23:30 and how to get up.