Mitsui Memorial Museum

Over 4,000 exhibits, including six designated as National Treasures, from the collections of the Mitsui family and Mitsui Group.

Sunshine 60 Observation Deck

The observation deck in the Sunshine 60 building is on the 60th floor (251m above sea level) and provides 360° views of Tokyo. Mount Fuji can be seen in the distance on clear days.

Sato Sakura Museum of Art

A small museum specializing in nihon-ga—Japanese traditional-style paintings. The museum holds 4-5 exhibitions every year, each of which…

Minami-Aoyama

Aoyama (Minami-Aoyama and Kita-Aoyama) is an exclusive area of Minato Ward that separates Shibuya Ward and the upmarket districts of Akasaka and Roppongi. It is known for its exclusive fashion stores, chic cafes, classy bars, and good restaurants, which are dotted around the narrow side streets east of Aoyama Dori.

Commune

This L-shaped area of shacks, caravans, food stalls, craft beer, and good coffee was originally set up as a temporary venue under the name Commune 246. It’s a fantastic little “for the community” venue that recreates something of an East London feel. A great place for a beer when the weather is good.

Tokyo on a Budget: Making it Work

There seems to be an enduring mantra that Tokyo is the most expensive city in the world. In…