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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do in Japan [2025]
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Universal Studios Japan
4.7
/5
30768 reviews
10
From £43.39
Based on 11,256 reviews
Osaka Bay | >100 km from downtown
Phone +810664654005
Address: 2 Chome-1-33 Sakurajima, Konohana Ward, Osaka, 554-0031, Japan
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
A 1:1 recreation of the Super Mario game world
10 themed lands | Asia's first Universal Studios
Saved by 35985 users21919 positive reviews
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It was worth every penny! I had such a memorable time with my friends. The ticket was at a very great price when I booked it. Very convenient and easy!
We had a flexible schedule, entering the park at 9:00 AM. We were thrilled to have won a Nintendo entry ticket. During the visit, my child suddenly felt unwell and took a break to find the emergency center. The staff was very helpful and offered advice (the emergency center didn't have any medication, so we had to buy it ourselves). They also arranged for the child to rest. While there were some minor hiccups throughout the day, overall, the experience was incredibly enjoyable. Aside from the heat and the long lines, Nintendo was a perfect match. I'll definitely go again.
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SHIBUYA SKY
4.7
/5
2754 reviews
9.9
From £13.60
Shibuya | >100 km from downtown
Phone +810342210229
Address: 2-24-12 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (directly directly connected to Shibuya Station)
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Overlook Tokyo's golden scenery at sunset
Unhindered views of Shibuya & Tokyo's skyline
Saved by 14762 users2566 positive reviews
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At night, every skyscraper becomes a dazzling beacon, the lights shining through their windows like stars falling to earth, interweaving with the city's neon lights. The landmark lights atop the buildings twinkle with a unique glow in the night sky, as if telling the story of the city's prosperity to the heavens, making this cityscape, formed by the skyscrapers, exude endless charm and mystery.
Shibuya Sky was a worth visiting. See full panoramic view of the city plus see scramble crossing from the top was amazing. They have indoor and then outdoor. The day I visited, outdoor was closed but still it was worth the experience.
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Tokyo Disneyland
4.8
/5
12513 reviews
9.7
From £44.82
Based on 7,169 reviews
Tokyo Disneyland Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8105030902743
Address: 1-1 Maihama, Urayasu, Chiba 279-0031, Japan
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Cinderella Castle is a must-visit landmark
7 themed areas (115 acres)
Saved by 14898 users7510 positive reviews
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One of the most fun and enjoyable experiences I’ve had in a while. The territory is large, the attractions are fun, impressive and included into 1-day ticket (some have paid priority access available)
Buying tickets on Ctrip was so convenient! Just scan the QR code and you're taken to the nearest park.
The Dongdi experience was amazing.
Entered at 11:00 AM and left at 8:00 PM.
We tried 12 rides, saw two parades, and a fireworks display.
We even took a photo with Donald Duck [grin]. I didn't plan anything, just went with the flow. Except for Beauty and the Beast, which had a 40-minute wait, all other rides had wait times around 10 minutes.
The staff's facial expressions were truly amazing at Dongdi.
Beauty and the Beast 👑Winnie the Pooh's Honey Hunt 🍯Dumbo 🐘Carousel 🎠It's a Small World 🌍Alice's Afternoon Tea Party 🫖Ai Yi Mini Roller Coaster 🎢Star Trek 👾Pirates of the Caribbean 🏴☠️Jungle Cruise 🚢Big Thunder Mountain 🏔️📷
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Tokyo DisneySea
4.7
/5
7059 reviews
9.5
From £44.82
Based on 6,654 reviews
Tokyo Disneyland Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8105030902613
Address: 1-13 Maihama, Urayasu, Chiba 279-8511
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Seven themed ports create a unique marine world
World's only ocean-themed Disney park
Saved by 9988 users5582 positive reviews
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Tokyo DisneySea is a lot of fun, especially for adults. The new park, Frozen, is a must-do; the graphics are incredibly detailed and well worth the 40-minute queue. It's best to arrive after noon; in the morning, there are crowds and lines for popular attractions. Entering after 10:30 a.m. will save you from waiting in line for many popular attractions, and most importantly, you can enjoy the ride until closing time. If you arrive too early, buy an Express Pass to get through faster, otherwise waiting in line all day will be a real drain on your energy.
The QR code allows you to enter the park smoothly, which is a great experience. It is also very convenient to bind the QR code to the Dongdi App, which is enough to buy Dpa and the 40th anniversary free express pass, which is good.
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Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter
4.8
/5
3106 reviews
9.0
From £31.73
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8105068623676
Address: 1-1-7 Kasugacho Nerima ward 179-0074 Tokyo
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Perfectly recreates Harry Potter scenes like Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
World's largest Harry Potter attraction
Saved by 13875 users2965 positive reviews
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Amazing place for all Harry Potter fans. So much stuff right from the movies, costumes, wands, decorations… And so many things to buy right after the tour.
It is a theme park that introduces some scenes restored during the filming of the movie. If you think of it as an amusement park, you will definitely be disappointed, but for Harry Potter fans, it should be a paradise. My daughter knows every scene in it like the back of her hand and is super excited.
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EXPO 2025 OSAKA, KANSAI, JAPAN
4.2
/5
675 reviews
8.9
From £17.70
Osaka Bay | >100 km from downtown
Address: 1 Chome-14-16 Nankokita, Suminoe Ward, Osaka, 559-0034, Japan
Highlights:
Participate in a future technology innovation experience
Experience a futuristic flying car
Saved by 2220 users530 positive reviews
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So much visitor on summer, transportation management very failed. Waste the time to walking to station. Hot weather anyway all are interesting.
I went once in April. Because it was at night and time was limited, I only visited one or two pavilions. This time, I went again in July while taking students on a study tour. It was incredibly hot, and the experience was much worse than in April. The entrance line alone took almost two hours, and even after entering, there were still many lines. Combined with the weather, I was exhausted by the end. However, each pavilion had its own unique charm. I hope to visit again someday.
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Tokyo Skytree
4.7
/5
3610 reviews
8.8
From £10.58
Based on 8,459 reviews
Ueno/Asakusa | >100 km from downtown
Phone +810570550634
Address: 1 Chome-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida City, Tokyo 131-0045, Japan
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
SkytreeTown offers nighttime shopping and entertainment
World's tallest tower | Tokyo’s panoramic views
Saved by 9244 users2606 positive reviews
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Too crowded and worst part, the air con not strong. Overall, the scenery is excellent.
The view is wide, with a panoramic view of the entire city of Tokyo. There is a 4-story shopping mall at the bottom of the tower, with food, drinks and souvenirs to buy. I didn't go to the Sumida Aquarium, so I don't know how it was. It was a bit crowded when I got off the tower, so I had to wait in line. The center of the photo in Figure 1 is Sensoji Temple
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Mount Fuji
4.8
/5
1402 reviews
8.7
Based on 1,755 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +81544221155
Address: Mount Fuji, Kitayama, Fujinomiya, Shizuoka 418-0112, Japan
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Highlights:
Postcards & sunrise at peak
Panoramic view of peaks & lake
Saved by 1531 users682 positive reviews
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## Mount Fuji: The totem of the Japanese soul, the priceless shock that must be seen in this life! **Definitely worth it! **It is far more than a mountain, but also a living totem that carries Japan's millennium faith and aesthetics**. Whether looking out over its sacred outline or challenging the summit, it is a great way to feel the Japanese spirit deeply. **Core highlights hit the soul:*** **The fast-changing scene:** The four seasons rotate to give it a very different face - spring cherry for skirt, summer green, autumn red leaves, winter snow crown. Under the clear sky, the momentum is magnificent, and the clouds are looming. **Each eye is a unique scenery postcard**. * ** Classic perspective punch card: ** * ** Kawaguchiko reflection: ** The lake is like a mirror, reflecting the perfect "reverse Fuji", especially when there is no wind in the morning, it is a photography paradise. * **Shincangshan Asakusa Park: **The five-tower is framed with Mount Fuji, interpreting the most classic Japanese aesthetic. * **Goden Field Outlet: **Shopping while enjoying the huge mountain nearby, a wonderful experience. * **Top Challenge (7-9 Moon): **Conquering 3,776 meters on foot, meeting the "Yulai Light" (Sunrise) in the crater, and feeling the ultimate experience of conquest and sacred fusion (need to be fully prepared). * **Cultural Immersion: ** Hawthorn Shrine, Ninno Bahai Lingquan, and Fuji Theme Art Museum ... Infiltrate their awe and worship everywhere. **Tips: *** **Weather determines everything! ** Be sure to check the visibility forecast before traveling, and it may be completely "invisible" on rainy days. * Recommended for a distant view**Kawaguchiko/Mountain Lake area**, convenient transportation and diverse perspectives. * Climbing requires professional equipment, make an appointment in advance for mountain houses, and do your best. **Summary: ** The beauty of Mount Fuji transcends the vision, which is the resonance of nature and culture. Its sacred sense and magnificent beauty, no matter how close you look, it will become a scenery engraved into memory. If the heavens are beautiful, be sure to include it in the itinerary - not only to see a mountain, but also to touch the window of the Japanese soul. 🗻✨
Mt Fuji is always magnifient. When taking the train from Osaka to Japan, you might have a huge chance to see it - in both local train and bullet train. Aside from Tokyo Side, the Shizuoka side is also good. Always a marvel to see. I would advice the Shizuoka side for less people.
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Arashiyama Sagano Romantic Train
4.4
/5
1328 reviews
8.5
From £4.44
Based on 951 reviews
Arashiyama/Sagano/Takao | >100 km from downtown
Address: Saga Tenryuji Kurumamichicho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto 616-8373 Kyoto Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
25-minute drive for stunning views
Cherry blossom (spring) & foliage (fall)
Saved by 3644 users978 positive reviews
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For a more interesting train journey, book a glass-top open-air carriage online in advance. However, it rained that day, so the passenger doors retracted to normal carriages. I'll definitely come back to see the autumn leaves if I have the chance.
If you want to take the return trip, don't go downstairs with the crowd. Just stop for a few minutes and get on the bus directly from the entrance after getting off. Otherwise, you will have to wait for an hour. You can walk down from Arashiyama.
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Legoland Japan Resort
4.8
/5
2916 reviews
8.4
From £25.18
Based on 800 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +810570058605
Address: 2-2-1 Kinjo Wharf, Minato-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Nighttime Fireworks Extravaganza
LEGO attractions for kids 2-12
Saved by 2202 users2516 positive reviews
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There's a train from Nagoya Station that goes directly to the entrance, 10 stops and 24 minutes, very convenient. Legoland is always small and beautiful, and this one is even smaller, but just as fun. It wasn't crowded on a weekday, and the lines for almost any ride were no more than five minutes. It's probably better suited for younger children. Those 12 and older might want to go to a more exciting amusement park. It was incredibly hot in late August! Thankfully, there were water activities to alleviate the heat! Purchasing tickets on Ctrip was very convenient; just scan the QR code and you're in luck.
The lines weren't really long. I could have finished the day, first going to Universal Studios, then here. There were no lines at all for the attractions. It felt like a large children's park, like the Jinjiang Amusement Park I used to play in as a kid—no leg strain, and you could play in the water. It's probably located by the sea, and the breeze made it quite comfortable in the evening.
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