SHIBUYA SKY will be temporarily closed all day on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 due to special circumstances. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. As one of Tokyo's three major subcenters, Shibuya is a bustling commercial and entertainment district. This 24-hour hub is packed with trendy fashion stores, restaurants, bars, and entertainment centers, with constant street band performances and department stores buzzing with youthful energy. Its trendsetting culture is so prevalent that many fashion magazines do their street style photoshoots here, and avant-garde outfits are a common sight. You can start your shopping adventure at the lively Shibuya Crossing, wander through Center Gai and Spain-zaka Slope, and then relax in Yoyogi Park, soaking up the youthful atmosphere. Just outside Shibuya Station's Hachiko Exit, you'll find the bronze statue of the loyal dog Hachiko, a popular meeting spot in Tokyo and a great place for a photo. Near Shibuya Crossing, Shibuya 109 houses over 120 boutiques, representing the pinnacle of pop fashion and enjoying immense popularity among young women. Come to Shibuya and experience its unique trendy charm and urban flair!
Jan 20, 2026
Tokyo
2026 Tokyo New Year's Eve guide
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🎇 Joya no Kane Blessing
📍 Senso-ji Temple (2 Chome-3-1 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo)
⏰ Dec 31, 11:00 PM–12:30 AM (Bell-ringing ceremony)
✨ Experience a traditional Japanese New Year's Eve ritual! At the famous Senso-ji Temple, listen to the 108 rings of the Joya no Kane bell to wash away the troubles of the old year and welcome good luck in the new one.
📌 Tips: The nearby Asakusa Hanayashiki amusement park also has a retro New Year's Eve party and rides, so you can plan to visit both!
🎇 New Year's Eve Countdown Event: TOKYO NIGHTTIME PROJECT Happy New Year Tokyo 2026
📍 Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, Citizens' Plaza
⏰ Dec 31
❇ The event features projection mapping, live performances, and diverse content including Hatsune Miku, B-boy Shigekix, and character shows, allowing you to fully experience a "Tokyo-style" entertainment extravaganza.
🎇 Oji Fox Parade
📍 Parade route: From Shozoku Inari Shrine to Oji Inari Shrine
⏰ Dec 31, 11:00 PM
🦊 Transportation: A 6-min walk from Oji Station on the Tokyo Metro Namboku Line; or a 7-min walk from the North Exit of Oji Station on the JR Keihin-Tohoku Line
🦊 Origin: An old legend in the town of Oji tells that on New Year's Eve, foxes from all over the country would gather under a large tree, dressed in traditional costumes, to visit the Oji Inari Shrine.
Dec 2025
Tokyo
World's First Pokémon Theme Park to Officially Open in February 2026
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Attention Pokémon fans! The world's first permanent Pokémon theme park, "PokéPark KANTO," will officially open at Yomiuri Land in Tokyo on February 5, 2026! The theme park will recreate the habitats of over 600 Pokémon, creating a world where you can "coexist" with them, allowing all "Trainers" to truly step into the natural ecosystem of the classic Kanto region.
🌳Trainers can embark on an unforgettable journey through forests and towns inhabited by over 600 species of Pokémon! The Pokémon Forest is a vast wilderness stretching nearly 500 meters. It features diverse terrain, including hilly paths, tall grass, tunnels, rocky trails, and more. You can observe various Pokémon from Kanto and other regions running, battling, and sharing Berries. Here, you'll find some Pokémon towering high above, while others hide underground or behind the greenery. What are these Pokémon up to? Keep your eyes peeled and find your favorite Pokémon!
🎟️Ticket Information:
The official PokéPark KANTO website will announce specific ticket information in the fall of 2025. Please stay tuned.
📍Address: 4015-1 Yanokuchi, Inagi, Tokyo
Inagi
An upgraded panoramic experience at Shibuya Sky Observation Deck
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Shibuya Sky Observation Deck crowns Shibuya Scramble Square at 229 metres, delivering Tokyo’s unrivalled 360-degree panorama. From the open-air rooftop you can gaze down on the world’s busiest pedestrian crossing, pick out Tokyo Tower and Tokyo Skytree, and—on clear days—spot the snow-capped peak of Mount Fuji. A high-speed Sky Elevator whisks visitors from Level 14 to the summit, its dynamic ceiling lighting heightening the ascent. Inside, the Level 46 Sky Gallery pairs digital art with interactive installations, while the Sky Stage offers a glass-floored Sky Edge and cloud-like hammocks for cinematic sunset shots and neon-soaked nightscapes. After dark, a choreographed light show over Shibuya Crossing illuminates the sky every 30 minutes, setting a romantic mood. Day or night, Shibuya Sky lets you stand at the beating heart of Tokyo and feel its pulse from a breathtaking new angle.
Tokyo
Limited-time offer for Tokyo Disney 1-day Park Hopper passport
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Purchase from November 13, 2025 to March 31, 2026 for park entry between January 13 and March 31, 2026. The limited-time "1-Day Park Hopper Passport" lets you experience both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea in one go! Choose one park to explore in-depth before 11:00 AM, and after 11:00 AM, you can freely hop between both parks without any restrictions. Whether you want to take a photo with Mickey, experience thrilling rides, or savor limited-edition treats, you can do it all in one day. Don't miss out on seasonal spring events, romantic decorations, and spectacular parades—you'll have to wait another year if you do! Plan your dream two-park trip now and double your fun in a single day