Mention “Japan” and Tokyo is most likely one of the first places. Here at the nation’s capital is an amalgamation of food, shopping and experiences from different parts of the country, making it a great destination to check out.
To its south, Yokohama is similarly well known for its Minato Mirai district, bustling Chinatown, Cup Noodles Museum and Sankeien Garden. And to Tokyo’s east lies Chiba, which is rather popular for its outlet shopping, beaches and also frequented for traveling as Narita Airport lies here.
While Japan’s contemporary capital, Tokyo, and bustling cities, Yokohama and Chiba are great fun to visit, the Kanto area has much more to offer. The region also offers natural beauty like Hakone, and attractions like the Great Buddha in Kamakura, onsen towns in Gunma and Kairakuen in Ibaraki with its 3,000 cherry trees that bloom each spring.
Destinations in Kanto
Ibaraki
Tochigi
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Nikko
World heritage wonderland -
Utsunomiya
More than just gyoza -
Ōya
Scenic village surrounded by man-made cliffs -
Ashikaga
The Heart of Ashikaga's Cultural Heritage -
Nasu-Shiobara
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Nasu
Mountain, onsen, ski and scenic views of Tochigi
Gunma
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Kusatsu
Traditional hot spring resort in Gunma -
Minakami
Outdoor adventure hub and perfect getaway for Tokyoites -
Maebashi
Former castle town and capital of Gunma
Saitama
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Nagatoro
The perfect natural/high tech escape from big city life -
Chichibu
Chichibu is a short ride from Tokyo -
Gyoda City
Historical and interesting place in Saitama -
Kawagoe
Enjoy an Edo town feel not far from the big city -
Kumagaya
Surrounded by nature in north Saitama
Chiba
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Chiba City
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Minami-Boso
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Narita
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Matsudo
Fast access to Tokyo from north-west Chiba -
Noda
Underrated city with beautiful park and famous soy sauce museum
Tokyo
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Shibuya
Where many of Japan's fashion trends come from -
Odaiba
Man-made entertainment playground in Tokyo Bay -
Asakusa
The center of Tokyo where the traditional has survived -
Taito
Full of history and traditional Japanese culture -
Akihabara
The Electric Town -
Roppongi
From High-end to highballs -
Ginza
A shopper's paradise in Tokyo -
Omotesando
Impressive architecture, great shopping, funky cafes -
Ikebukuro
Famous shopping and entertainment area in Tokyo -
Shinjuku
Discover Kabukicho, Golden Gai and Omoide Yokocho -
Yanaka
Explore an old, rustic Japan, right on the JR Line -
Ota City
Discover the most authentic Japanese culture -
Shinagawa
Traditional culture and transportation hub in Tokyo -
Machida
Squirrels and shopping west of downtown Tokyo -
Okutama
Mountain escape in Tokyo's outskirts -
Harajuku
Dive into the center of Tokyo's pop culture -
Tsukiji
More than just a fish market in downtown Tokyo -
Nakano
Anime galore in a quaint neighborhood -
Akasaka
Upscale shopping in the heart of Tokyo -
Kichijoji
Chill out at Inokashira Park in Tokyo's hipster neighborhood -
Ebisu
Abundant food and drinks all around -
Edogawa
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Koto
East Tokyo by the waterfront -
Mitaka
Home to Ghibli Museum and Inokashira Park -
Jiyugaoka
Laid-back ambience with trendy European vibe -
Minato
Central hub in Tokyo -
Chuo
Central Tokyo covering Nihonbashi, Kyobashi and Tsukishima -
Nishi-Ogikubo
Antiques, refined cafes and backstreet charm -
Shimokitazawa
Vintage clothing mecca of Tokyo with bustling backstreets and vibrant nightlife -
Ogikubo
Nature, ramen and animation in abundance -
Asagaya
Shitamachi vibes and old-school charm -
Koenji
Hip and retro vibes in this Tokyo hub -
Suginami City
Special ward in western Tokyo
Kanagawa
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Yokohama
Discover Minato Mirai and Chinatown in this port city -
Kawasaki
Industry, nature and the home of Doraemon -
Yokosuka
Maritime port city on the Miura Peninsula -
Odawara
The gateway to the Fuji Hakone Izu National Park -
Kamakura
Home to the Great Buddha and Hachimangu Shrine -
Hakone
Hot springs and views of Mount Fuji from Lake Ashinoko -
Yugawara
A beautiful little coastal town in Kanagawa -
Zama
City of sunflowers in central Kanagawa -
Chigasaki
Coastal community in south Kanagawa -
Fujisawa
Beautiful coastal area around Enoshima -
Enoshima
Island escape in south Kanagawa -
Sagamihara
A lively city where modernity and nature coexist