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Where to Buy Japan’s Most Popular Character Merch in Tokyo – Shopping Sanrio, Pokémon, Chiikawa & More at KIDDY LAND Shinjuku

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Shinjuku is one of Tokyo's top commercial districts, and it's also one of the places in Tokyo to shop for popular character merchandise of all kinds. Join us for a look at the KIDDY LAND Shinjuku Flagship Store, where you'll find everything from Sanrio's Hello Kitty to Snoopy, Chiikawa, Monchhichi, even your favorite Pokémon. We've got the Shinjuku shopping recommendations and KIDDY LAND discount info you're looking for! Just 5 minutes from Shinjuku Station, the shop is impossible to miss, so don't miss out on some of the cutest shopping in Shinjuku.

KIDDY LAND Shinjuku Flagship Store

KIDDY LAND新宿旗艦店 日本角色周邊

Located inside the Okadaya Building in the heart of Shinjuku, the four-story KIDDY LAND Shinjuku Flagship Store is a paradise filled with merchandise from Japan’s most popular character IPs. That includes recent local favorites like Sumikko Gurashi, beloved Japanese franchises like Pokémon, international stars like Snoopy and Miffy, as well as an entire floor practically dedicated to Chiikawa, plus an incredible lineup of merch from cute characters big and small—all in one place. It should come as no surprise that KIDDY LAND’s Shinjuku flagship also has some cool Shinjuku-exclusive items waiting to be added to your collection.

The store layout is clearly organized, floor by floor, making it easy to find what you’re looking for (although we think you’ll probably want to take your time browsing the whole shop). And thanks to the convenient location steps away from Shinjuku Station, you can slip a shopping trip right into your Shinjuku itinerary: shop for souvenirs at KIDDY LAND, stroll through Kabukicho and grab a drink, or find some of Tokyo’s best restaurants within easy walking distance, whatever you want to get up to in Shinjuku!

KIDDY LAND Shinjuku Flagship Store (キデイランド 新宿旗艦店)
Okadaya Bldg. 1F~4F, 3-23-17 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
Hours: 10:30 – 20:30
Official Website

How to Get to the KIDDY LAND Shinjuku Flagship Store

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KIDDY LAND新宿旗艦店 怎麼去

The KIDDY LAND Shinjuku Flagship Store is about a 5-minute walk from JR Shinjuku Station. Go out the East Exit, head towards the famous giant 3D cat billboard. Cross the street continue straight; after a minute or two, you’ll find the store on your left. It’s a convenient location, and with cute characters plastered in the windows, you’re unlikely to miss it, whether you’re wandering through Shinjuku or coming straight from elsewhere in Tokyo.

Join the Japankuru team on a quick tour of each of the four levels, divided neatly by theme, as we check out all of the Shinjuku KIDDY LAND highlights!

【1F】KIDDY LAND Limited-Edition Merch & Pop-Up Shops

KIDDY LAND新宿旗艦店 日本角色周邊
KIDDY LAND新宿旗艦店 日本角色周邊

The 1st floor starts with a bang, featuring a pop-up shop area with a rotating collection of limited-edition merchandise, so every visit to KIDDY LAND includes a fun surprise. The first floor is also where you can shop a small selection of original KIDDY LAND merchandise, including T-shirts and caps, so you can show off your love for this beloved Japanese travel staple.

*During the Japankuru team’s visit, we happened to catch a bakery-themed Disney pop-up event!

【2F】Chiikawa Land & Koupen-chan’s Shop

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KIDDY LAND新宿旗艦店 吉伊卡哇周邊
KIDDY LAND新宿旗艦店 吉伊卡哇周邊

Part of the fun of visiting the KIDDY LAND Shinjuku Flagship Store is checking out all the themed areas, complete with character-themed art covering the walls on every floor. Before you dive into shopping, you can immerse yourself in the cuteness, and snap a commemorative photo or two with your favorite characters!

Head up to the 2nd floor, and the moment you step off the escalator, you’ll find yourself greeted by an entire wall of cute Chiikawa characters (a Japanese web manga/anime series). If you’ve got time, you could easily keep yourself occupied for quite a while just taking photos here! Of course, the amount of merchandise is also astounding, with Chiikawa Land taking up nearly half the floor: items from the hugely popular Chiikawa Baby series, a collection themed around Tokyo Station, and even items made in collaboration with Sanrio! One of the joys of shopping in a physical store is getting to really compare and contrast each item with your own two eyes, right down to the subtle facial expressions on each plush toy.

The store also stocks newly released items at the same time as online shops, so if you missed out on a particularly in-demand item, this is a great place to try your luck. You might score an unexpected rare find!

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In addition to Chiikawa, the 2nd floor also features a cozy corner dedicated to the light-hearted Japanese penguin character Koupen-chan. This round, fluffy emperor penguin chick is famous for offering gentle and encouraging messages, meant to bring a little comfort and positivity at the end of a long day. The merchandise here is both pretty and practical, with stationery, accessories, plush toys, and so many other adorably uplifting items, with sweet messages that make it all feel like more than retail therapy.

All the cute merch gives the second floor a cozy atmosphere that makes it easy to lose track of time, but you’ll want to try not to wear yourself out (or empty your wallet) here, because there’s still plenty more irresistible merchandise waiting upstairs…

【3F】Sanrio, Monchhichi, Pokémon & Studio Ghibli

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KIDDY LAND新宿旗艦店 三麗鷗周邊
KIDDY LAND新宿旗艦店 三麗鷗周邊

Head up to the 3rd floor to immediately surround yourself with Sanrio merchandise! Hello Kitty, My Melody, Kuromi, Cinnamoroll, Pom Pom Purin, even Chococat, and so many more—the gang’s all here! You’ll find them as plushies, keychains, and an endless variety of toys, accessories, and practical household goods. During the Japankuru team’s visit we noticed that the popular long-legged Hello Kitty series, where our favorite Kitty looks lanky enough to walk the runway, was particularly well stocked here.

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日本角色周邊哪裡買 KIDDY LAND新宿店
日本角色周邊哪裡買 KIDDY LAND新宿店
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日本角色周邊哪裡買 KIDDY LAND新宿店
日本角色周邊哪裡買 KIDDY LAND新宿店

The third floor also has an impressive selection of other internationally beloved IPs, like Monchhichi, Kirby, Super Mario, and Studio Ghibli (Totoro, Howl’s Moving Castle, and so much more). Of course, Pokémon fans will not go home disappointed, thanks to all the big stuffed toys and collectible charms. (Well-versed Japanese culture lovers can also enjoy a deep dive into Momoko Sakura’s works, Chibi Maruko-chan and Coji-Coji, on this floor.)

This floor truly feels like an all-stars gathering, so if you’re souvenir shopping for friends back home, or stocking up for yourself, this is the place to get a lot of your shopping done. The sheer variety of products is a big help, too, from blind boxes to giant plush toys, fine jewelry to pots and pans, all adorably character-themed. Browsing here feels like a treasure hunt, and before you know it, you’re likely to find yourself carrying a pile of goodies to the checkout counter.

【4F】Rilakkuma Store, Sumikko Gurashi Shop, Snoopy Town Shop & Miffy Style

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KIDDY LAND新宿旗艦店 拉拉熊
KIDDY LAND新宿旗艦店 拉拉熊
KIDDY LAND新宿旗艦店 角落生物

The 4th floor exudes Shinjuku vibes, with walls reflecting the busy streets down below. The art features the vibrant glow of neon lights after dark, offering a taste of the sleepless city of Shinjuku, and even cute characters like Rilakkuma and Sumikko Gurashi are hanging out dressed in trendy urban outfits. Don’t forget to grab a snapshot in front of the Shinjuku backdrop before you get serious about shopping!

Of course, the merchandise selection is about as exciting as the neon lights of the city, making it dangerously easy to fill your basket with plushies, mini backpacks, cute pillows, and so much more—including Shinjuku-exclusive items!

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KIDDY LAND新宿旗艦店 史努比周邊
KIDDY LAND新宿旗艦店 史努比周邊

The illustrated icon of the beloved Peanuts comic series, Snoopy has been charming fans around the world for decades, and the combination of warm storytelling with Snoopy’s irresistibly sweet and lovable face make the merchandise hard to resist. Besides an array of plush toys, the Snoopy section also features Shinjuku-exclusive goods inspired by Shinjuku’s neon signage!

KIDDY LAND新宿旗艦店 米飛周邊
KIDDY LAND新宿旗艦店 米飛周邊
KIDDY LAND新宿旗艦店 米飛新宿限定周邊

The famous Dutch picture-book character Miffy also has her own dedicated area called Miffy Style, decorated to look like you’ve walked into one of Miffy’s own playful publications. Miffy fans will be pleased to find more Shinjuku-exclusive items here, including the hilarious choice to have Miffy dressed in a Shinjuku Bus Terminal uniform. (Well, it is a Shinjuku landmark, what can we say!) All the limited-edition Shinjuku items are designed to reflect local culture while remaining irresistibly cute, making them memorable souvenir choices—one-of-a-kind mementos you won’t find anywhere else.

Tokyo KIDDY LAND Discounts

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KIDDY LAND新宿旗艦店 購物折扣

Fortunately for foreign travelers visiting Japan in search of cute character merch, The KIDDY LAND Shinjuku Flagship Store offers easy tax-free shopping on purchases over 5,500 yen. One thing to keep in mind, however, is that each floor has its own check-out, so purchases made on different floors cannot be combined toward the tax-free threshold.

Even if your purchase doesn’t reach the tax-free minimum, though, there are other ways to get a discount on your total. To celebrate its 80th anniversary, KIDDY LAND released the “KIDDY LAND FAN BOOK,” which comes with a booklet of 10% off coupons. If you’re planning to just pick up a few small things (or if you live in Japan and can’t shop tax-free), this is another convenient way to keep costs down. Look for the fan book in the magazine section at major Japanese bookstores, or buy it in advance on Amazon. (The coupon booklet can be used from April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027.)

When heading out to enjoy your time in Tokyo, remember to bring your passport and wallet, and pick up a copy of the fan book asap, so you can maximize your discounts and shop to your heart’s content, even when you luck out and come across surprise limited-edition items.

*Fan book coupons can be used up to twice per month, and cannot be combined with tax-free discounts.
*Coupons become invalid if removed from the booklet.

New in Harajuku! KIDDY LAND OMOKADO Store

原宿 KIDDY LAND 新開張

Looking for more options to keep your Tokyo itinerary flexible? If Harajuku is more convenient, you can also check out the new KIDDY LAND OMOKADO Store, which opened inside Tokyu Plaza Omotesando (“OMOKADO”) on April 24, 2026. Unlike the Shinjuku location, which stocks a wide array of classic characters, the OMOKADO store offers a select few curated experiences. The concept is “Kawaii into the Future,” apparently aiming to use the new space to connect the “present and future of kawaii culture.”

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原宿 KIDDY LAND VTUBER周邊
原宿 KIDDY LAND 盲盒

The new store is divided into six major zones: the Miffy Style Harajuku Store, the specialty SMISKI/Sonny Angel shop “SONIANDSMI ANNEX,” the Hatsune Miku Store in Harajuku, the comforting Esther Bunny Lovely Store, the VTuber-focused Hololive Production Official Shop in Harajuku, and the blind-box specialty shop SECRETARIUM, where boxes open to reveal a wide variety of anime characters and other favorites.

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原宿 KIDDY LAND 購物亮點
原宿 KIDDY LAND VTUBER周邊

Besides selling all kinds of merch, including Harajuku-exclusive items, the space also includes a few character-themed photo spots where visitors can take pictures with their favorites, or show off their new purchases. Hololive fans will definitely want to check out the special immersive experience space, which uses glasses-free 3D visuals to create performances so realistic that it feels like your favorite VTuber is right in front of you!

The KIDDY LAND OMOKADO Store blends seamlessly with Harajuku’s energetic atmosphere, offering a brand-new destination where visitors can discover Japan’s latest pop culture trends, or just enjoy the glut of cute characters.

KIDDY LAND OMOKADO Store (キデイランド オモカド店)
Tokyu Plaza Omotesando OMOKADO 4F, 4-30-3 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Hours: 11:00 – 20:00
Tokyu Plaza Official Website

Fill Your Suitcase! Shop Japan’s Most Popular Anime & Character Merch at KIDDY LAND

日本角色周邊哪裡買 KIDDY LAND新宿店

Anyone who’s been to Japan before knows that shopping is seriously irresistible, and this is especially true in Shinjuku, where you can snap up everything from trendy Japanese fashion and cosmetics to anime and character merchandise in one easy trip. It’s no exaggeration to say that you have to keep an eye on how much it all weighs, because it’s no challenge to fill your luggage way over the limit.
Whether you’re aiming to pick up something specific, or you just want to browse Japan’s cutest souvenirs, KIDDY LAND absolutely deserves a place on your itinerary. Foreign visitors can take advantage of tax-free shopping to save some money, and while “tax-free” shopping in Japan isn’t quite the same as “free” shopping, well… if you don’t have the self-control, then you can just up your budget. What are you doing in Japan if you can’t let yourself enjoy this kawaii wonderland to the fullest? If we’re being honest, once all of us on the Japankuru team set eyes on the adorable merchandise and limited-edition products, staying rational is out of the question!

For more info and updates from Japan, check Japankuru for new articles, and don’t forget to follow us on X (Twitter), Instagram, and Facebook!

All character photos used in this text have been used with permission:
©Peanuts Worldwide LLC ©San-X ©Mercis bv ©Sanrio Co., Ltd. ©さくらももこ ©さくらプロダクション / 日本アニメーション ©EPOCH ©nagano ©るるてあ © Nintendo / HAL Laboratory, Inc. © Nintendo © Pokémon. © Nintendo / Creatures Inc. / GAME FREAK inc. © さくらももこ © Sekiguchi Co., Ltd. © Studio Ghibli © Esther Kim © Dreams Inc. © CFM© COVER

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Japanese Drugstore Must-Buys! Essential Items from Hisamitsu® Pharmaceutical 
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Japanese Drugstore Must-Buys! Essential Items from Hisamitsu® Pharmaceutical
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Whether you grew up with Dragon Ball or you just fell in love with Dragon Ball DAIMA, you'll like the newest JINS collab. Shop this limited-edition Dragon Ball accessory collection to find some of the best Dragon Ball merchandise in Japan!
>> Find out more at Japankuru.com! (link in bio)
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Whether you grew up with Dragon Ball or you just fell in love with Dragon Ball DAIMA, you'll like the newest JINS collab. Shop this limited-edition Dragon Ball accessory collection to find some of the best Dragon Ball merchandise in Japan!
>> Find out more at Japankuru.com! (link in bio)
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This month, Japankuru teamed up with @official_korekoko  to invite three influencers (originally from Thailand, China, and Taiwan) on a trip to Yokohama. Check out the article (in Chinese) on Japankuru.com for all of their travel tips and photography hints - and look forward to more cool collaborations coming soon!

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This month, Japankuru teamed up with @official_korekoko to invite three influencers (originally from Thailand, China, and Taiwan) on a trip to Yokohama. Check out the article (in Chinese) on Japankuru.com for all of their travel tips and photography hints - and look forward to more cool collaborations coming soon!

【橫濱夜散策 x 教你怎麼拍出網美照 📸✨】
每次來日本玩,是不是都會先找旅日網紅的推薦清單?
這次,我們邀請擁有日本豐富旅遊經驗的🇹🇭泰國、🇨🇳中國、🇹🇼台灣網紅,帶你走進夜晚的橫濱!從玩樂路線到拍照技巧,教你怎麼拍出最美的夜景照。那些熟悉的景點,換個視角說不定會有新發現~快跟他們一起出發吧!

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If you’re a fan of Vivienne Westwood's Japanese designs, and you’re looking forward to shopping in Harajuku this summer, we’ve got important news for you. Vivienne Westwood RED LABEL Laforet Harajuku is now closed for renovations - but the grand reopening is scheduled for July!
>> Find out more at Japankuru.com! (link in bio)
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If you’re a fan of Vivienne Westwood's Japanese designs, and you’re looking forward to shopping in Harajuku this summer, we’ve got important news for you. Vivienne Westwood RED LABEL Laforet Harajuku is now closed for renovations - but the grand reopening is scheduled for July!
>> Find out more at Japankuru.com! (link in bio)
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Ready to see TeamLab in Kyoto!? At TeamLab Biovortex Kyoto, the collective is taking their acclaimed immersive art and bringing it to Japan's ancient capital. We can't wait to see it for ourselves this autumn!
>> Find out more at Japankuru.com! (link in bio)
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Photos courtesy of teamLab, Exhibition view of teamLab Biovortex Kyoto, 2025, Kyoto ® teamLab, courtesy Pace Gallery

Ready to see TeamLab in Kyoto!? At TeamLab Biovortex Kyoto, the collective is taking their acclaimed immersive art and bringing it to Japan's ancient capital. We can't wait to see it for ourselves this autumn!
>> Find out more at Japankuru.com! (link in bio)
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Photos courtesy of teamLab, Exhibition view of teamLab Biovortex Kyoto, 2025, Kyoto ® teamLab, courtesy Pace Gallery

Japanese Makeup Shopping • A Trip to Kamakura & Enoshima With Canmake’s Cool-Toned Summer Makeup
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    • HOKKAIDO

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      Hokkaido (北海道) is the northernmost of the four main islands that make up Japan. The area is famous for Sapporo Beer, plus brewing and distilling in general, along with fantastic snow festivals and breathtaking national parks. Foodies should look for Hokkaido's famous potatoes, cantaloupe, dairy products, soup curry, and miso ramen!

    • Niki, in south-west Hokkaido, is about 30 minutes from Otaru. The small town is rich with natural resources, fresh water, and clean air, making it a thriving center for fruit farms. Cherries, tomatoes, and grapes are all cultivated in the area, and thanks to a growing local wine industry, it's quickly becoming a food and wine hotspot. Together with the neighboring town of Yoichi, it's a noted area for wine tourism.

    • Niseko is about two hours from New Chitose Airport, in the western part of Hokkaido. It's one of Japan's most noted winter resort areas, and a frequent destination for international visitors. That's all because of the super high-quality powder snow, which wins the hearts of beginners and experts alike, bringing them back for repeat visits. That's not all, though, it's also a great place to enjoy Hokkaido's culinary scene and some beautiful onsen (hot springs).

    • Otaru is in western Hokkaido, about 30 minutes from Sapporo Station. The city thrived around its busy harbor in the 19th and 20th centuries thanks to active trade and fishing, and the buildings remaining from that period are still popular attractions, centered around Otaru Canal. With its history as a center of fishing, it's no surprise that the area's fresh sushi is a must-try. Otaru has over 100 sushi shops, quite a few of which are lined up on Sushiya Dori (Sushi Street).

    • SAPPORO

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      Sapporo, in the south-western part of Hokkaido, is the prefecture's political and economic capital. The local New Chitose Airport see arrivals from major cities like Tokyo and Osaka, alongside international flights. Every February, the Sapporo Snow Festival is held in Odori Park―one of the biggest events in Hokkaido. It's also a hotspot for great food, known as a culinary treasure chest, and Sapporo is a destination for ramen, grilled mutton, soup curry, and of course Hokkaido's beloved seafood.

    • Consisting of six prefectures, the Tohoku Region (東北地方) is up in the northeastern part of Japan's main island. It's the source of plenty of the nation's agriculture (which means great food), and packed with beautiful scenery. Explore the region's stunning mountains, lakes, and hot springs!

    • Akita Prefecture is on the Sea of Japan, in the northern reaches of Japan's northern Tohoku region. Akita has more officially registered important intangible culture assets than anywhere else in Japan, and to this day visitors can experience traditional culture throughout the prefecture, from the Oga Peninsula's Namahage (registered with UNESCO as a part of Japan's intangible cultural heritage), to the Tohoku top 3 Kanto Festival. Mysterious little spots like the Oyu Stone Circle Site and Ryu no Atama (Dragon's Head) are also worth a visit!

    • FUKUSHIMA

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      Fukushima Prefecture sits at the southern tip of Japan's northern Tohoku region, and is divided into three parts with their own different charms: the Coastal Area (Hama-dori), the Central Area (Naka-dori), and the Aizu Area. There's Aizu-Wakamatsu with its Edo-era history and medieval castles, Oze National Park, Kitakata ramen, and Bandai Ski Resort (with its famous powder snow). Fukushima is a beautiful place to enjoy the vivid colors and sightseeing of Japan's beloved four seasons.

    • YAMAGATA

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      Yamagata Prefecture is up against the Sea of Japan, in the southern part of the Tohoku region, and it's especially popular in winter, when travelers soak in the onsen (hot springs) and ski down snowy slopes. International skiiers are especially fond of Zao Onsen Ski Resort and Gassan Ski Resort, and in recent years visitors have been drawn to the area to see the mystical sight of local frost-covered trees. Some destinations are popular regardless of the season, like Risshakuji Temple, AKA Yamadera, Ginzan Onsen's nostalgic old-fashioned streets, and Zao's Okama Lake, all great for taking pictures. Yamagata is also the place to try Yonezawa beef, one of the top 3 varieties of wagyu beef.

    • Japan's most densely populated area, the Kanto Region (関東地方) includes 7 prefectures: Gunma, Tochigi, Ibaraki, Saitama, Tokyo, Chiba, and Kanagawa, which means it also contains the Tokyo Metropolitan Area. In modern-day Japan, Kanto is the cultural, political, and economic heartland of the country, and each prefecture offers something a little different from its neighbors.

    • Gunma Prefecture is easily accessible from Tokyo, and in addition to the area's popular natural attractions like Oze Marshland and Fukiware Falls, Gunma also has a number of popular hot springs (Kusatsu, Ikaho, Minakami, Shima)―it's even called an Onsen Kingdom. The prefecture is popular with history buffs and train lovers, thanks to spots like world heritage site Tomioka Silk Mill, the historic Megane-bashi Bridge, and the Watarase Keikoku Sightseeing Railway.

    • TOCHIGI

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      Tochigi Prefecture's capital is Utsunomiya, known for famous gyoza, and just an hour from Tokyo. The prefecture is full of nature-related sightseeing opportunities year-round, from the blooming of spring flowers to color fall foliage. Tochigi also has plenty of extremely well-known sightseeing destinations, like World Heritage Site Nikko Toshogu Shrine, Lake Chuzenji, and Ashikaga Flower Park―famous for expansive wisteria trellises. In recent years the mountain resort town of Nasu has also become a popular excursion, thanks in part to the local imperial villa. Tochigi is a beautiful place to enjoy the world around you.

    • Tokyo (東京) is Japan's busy capital, and the most populous metropolitan area in the world. While the city as a whole is quite modern, crowded with skyscrapers and bustling crowds, Tokyo also holds onto its traditional side in places like the Imperial Palace and Asakusa neighborhood. It's one of the world's top cities when it comes to culture, the arts, fashion, games, high-tech industries, transportation, and more.

    • The Chubu Region (中部地方) is located right in the center of Japan's main island, and consists of 9 prefectures: Aichi, Fukui, Gifu, Ishikawa, Nagano, Niigata, Shizuoka, Toyama, and Yamanashi. It's primarily famous for its mountains, as the region contains both Mt. Fuji and the Japanese Alps. The ski resorts in Niigata and Nagano also draw visitors from around the world, making it a popular winter destination.

    • Nagano Prefecture's popularity starts with a wealth of historic treasures, like Matsumoto Castle, Zenkoji Temple, and Togakushi Shrine, but the highlight might just be the prefecture's natural vistas surrounded by the "Japanese Alps." Nagano's fruit is famous, and there are plenty of places to pick it fresh, and the area is full of hot springs, including Jigokudani Monkey Park―where monkeys take baths as well! Thanks to the construction of the Hokuriku shinkansen line, Nagano is easily reachable from the Tokyo area, adding it to plenty of travel itineraries. And after the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics, ski resorts like Hakuba and Shiga Kogen are known around the world.

    • Aichi Prefecture sits in the center of the Japanese islands, and its capital city, Nagoya, is a center of politics, commerce, and culture. While Aichi is home to major industry, and is even the birthplace of Toyota cars, it's proximity to the sea and the mountains means it's also a place with beautiful natural scenery, like Saku Island, Koijigahama Beach, Mt. Horaiji. Often used a stage for major battles in Japanese history, Sengoku era commanders like Oda Nobunaga, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and Tokugawa Ieyasu left their own footprints on Aichi, and historic buildings like Nagoya Castle, Inuyama Castle, and those in Meiji Mura are still around to tell the tale.

    • NIIGATA

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      Niigata is a prefecture on Japan's main island of Honshu, situated right on the coast of the Sea of Japan, and abundant with the gifts of nature. It's known for popular ski resorts such as Echigo-Yuzawa, Japanese national parks, and natural hot spring baths, plus local products like fresh seafood, rice, and sake. Visitors often spend time in the prefectural capital, Niigata City, or venture across the water to Sado Island.

    • SHIZUOKA

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      Shizuoka Prefecture is sandwiched between eastern and western Japan, giving the prefecture easy access to both Tokyo and Osaka. Not only is it known for beautiful natural attractions, with everything from Mount Fuji to Suruga Bay, Lake Hamanako, and Sumata Pass―Shizuoka's Izu Peninsula is known as a go-to spot for hot springs lovers, with famous onsen like Atami, Ito, Shimoda, Shuzenji, and Dogashima. Shizuoka attracts all kinds of travelers thanks to historic connections with the Tokugawa clan, the Oigawa Railway, fresh eel cuisine, Hamamatsu gyoza, and famously high-quality green tea.

    • Kansai (関西) is a region that includes Mie, Nara, Wakayama, Kyoto, Osaka, Hyogo, and Shiga Prefectures. Kansai contained Japan's ancient capital for hundreds of years, and it's making a comeback as one of the most popular parts of Japan. Kyoto's temples and shrines, Osaka Castle, and the deer of Nara are all considered must-sees. Plus, the people of Kansai are especially friendly, making it a fun place to hang out.

    • Kyoto flourished as the capital of Japan between the years 794 and 1100, becoming a center for poilitics and culture, and to this day it's a great place for close encounters with Japanese history. The cobbled streets of Gion, the atmospheric road to Kiyomizudera Temple, Kinkakuji's golden walls and countless historic attractions, even Arashiyama's Togetsukyo Bridge―Kyoto is a place of many attractions. With new charms to experience throughout the seasons, travelers can't stop themselves from returning again and again.

    • Nara Prefecture's important history reaches back to 710, a time now called the Nara era, when it was once capital of Japan. Called "Heijo-kyo" during its time as a capital, it's said that nara was once the end of the silk road, leading it to flourish as a uniquely international region and produce important cultural properties of all kinds. To make the most of each season, travelers head to Nara Park, where the Nara deer who wander freely, or climb Mount Yoshino, a famous cherry blossom spot.

    • Osaka is known for friendly (and funny) people, but its history is nothing to laugh at, playing a major part in Toyotomi Hideyoshi's 16th century unification of Japan. Thanks to long years of economic activity, it's one of Japan's biggest cities, and Osaka's popular food culture earned it the nickname "The Kitchen of the Nation." To this day Osaka is the model of western Japan, and alongside historic structures like Osaka Castle, it also has major shopping malls like Umeda's Grand Front Osaka and Tennoji's Abeno Harukas. Osaka is a place to eat, eat, eat, with local specialties like takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and kushi-katsu, and for extra fun, it's home to Universal Studios Japan.

    • CHUGOKU

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      The Chugoku Region (中国地方) consists of five prefectures: Hiroshima, Okayama, Shimane, Tottori, and Yamaguchi. In Chugoku you’ll find the sand dunes of Tottori, and Hiroshima’s atomic bomb site, plus centers of ancient history like Grand Shrine of Izumo.

    • HIROSHIMA

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      Hiroshima Prefecture has everything, from world heritage sites to beautiful nature and delicious local cuisine, and it's either an hour and a half from Tokyo by plane, or four hours by train. Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island and the Atomic Bomb Dome, two Hiroshima UNESCO sites, are famous around the world, but in Japan it's also famous for food. Seafood from the Seto Inland Sea, especially oysters, Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, and Setouchi lemons are all popular, and the natural scenery alone is worth seeing.

    • SHIKOKU

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      On the other side of the Seto Inland Sea opposite Japan’s main island, Shikoku (四国) is a region made up of four prefectures: Ehime, Kagawa, Kochi, and Tokushima. The area is famous for its udon (in Kagawa), and the beautiful Dogo Onsen hot springs (in Ehime).

    • Kagawa Prefecture is on the northern part of the island of Shikoku, facing Japan's main island and the Seto Inland Sea. It's known for being the smallest prefecture in Japan, by area, but at the same time Kagawa is called the "Udon Prefecture" thanks to its famous sanuki udon. Aside from Kotohiragu Shrine and Ritsurin Garden, the prefecture's small islands are popular, and Kagawa is full of unique destinations, like Angel Road. They say that if you lay eyes on Zenigata Sunae, a huge Kagawa sand painting, you'll never have money troubles ever again.

    • Located in the most southwestern part of Japan, Kyushu (九州) is an island of 7 prefectures: Fukuoka, Saga, Nagasaki, Kumamoto, Oita, Miyazaki, and Kagoshima. The island's unique culture has been influenced by Chinese and Dutch trade, along with missionaries coming in through Nagasaki's port. Modern-day travelers love the lush natural scenery and fresh food, plus the natural hot springs found all throughout the area (thanks to volcanic activity)!

    • FUKUOKA

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      Fukuoka Prefecture has the highest population on the southern island of Kyushu, with two major cities: Fukuoka and Kitakyushu. Thanks to growing transportation networks, Fukuoka is more accessible than ever, and so are the many local attractions. On top of historical spots like Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, travelers shouldn't miss Fukuoka's food scene, with motsu nabe (offal hotpot), mentaiko (spicy cod roe), and famous Hakata ramen―best eaten from a food stall in the Nakasu area of Hakata. Plus, it's full of all sorts of destinations for travelers, like trendy shopping centers, and the beautiful nature of Itoshima and Yanagawa.

    • KAGOSHIMA

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      Kagoshima Prefecture played a major role in Japan's modernization as a backdrop for famous historical figures like samurais Saigo Takamori and Okubo Toshimichi, who pushed Japan out of the Edo era and into the Meiji. Because of that, Sengan-en Garden is just one of many historical destinations, and when it comes to attractions Kagoshima has plenty: the active volcano of Sakurajima, popular hot springs Ibusuki Onsen and Kirishima Onsen, World Heritage Site Yakushima Island, even what Japan calls the "island closest to heaven," Amami Oshima. Kagoshima might be found on the very southernmost tip of the southern island of Kyushu, but there's plenty to see.

    • OKINAWA

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      The island chain of Okinawa (沖縄) makes up the southernmost tip of Japan, which is why it's also the most tropical area in the country. Thanks to a history of independence and totally distinct political and cultural events, Okinawa has a unique culture, and remnants of the Ryukyu Kingdom are still visible all over the islands. Food, language, traditional dress, it's all a little different! It's also said to be the birthplace of karate.

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