Signs showing pictures of sushi bowls outside a restaurant in Toyosu Market Tokyo

Is Toyosu Market Worth Visiting? No. But This Is…

Opened in 2018, Toyosu Market is the new home to the old Tsukiji Fish Market which used to attract hundreds of visitors every morning for its fascinating tuna auction and photogenic fish stalls – so, does Toyosu offer the same lure to visitors, and should you visit? Well, for the market itself, the answer is no but you shouldn’t strike Toyosu completely from your plans as there’s one area you will want to see.

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Pagpda at Senso-ji Asakusa at sunset

Where to Eat, Drink and Stay in Asakusa

Tokyo is primarily a modern city, but, you’ll find pockets of tradition dotted among the neon – and one of these in Asakusa. Home to one of Tokyo’s most important shrines, Senso-ji – and, winding atmospheric backstreets, there’s a chance you’ll end up here at some point on your trip – our Asakusa guide covers what you should do when you get here.

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Godzilla head looking over Shinjuku

9 Spots in Tokyo for Godzilla Lovers

Godzilla first planted one of his scaly feet in Tokyo in 1954, and, even though he quite often wrecks the place with a swish of his tail, he’s now kind of a big deal in the city. There are no less than three statues dedicated to him, he has his own road, his arrival spot is officially documented and, you can even buy Godzilla dessert… but where? Find out with our guide to Tokyo’s best Godzilla sights.

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