Kawasaki Things to Do

Tomitaro Hara acquired several buildings including teahouses, a farmer's house, a pagoda and various villas and placed them on his property amidst ponds, wooded slopes and landscaped gardens. They were opened to the public in 1... more

This museum occupies a former bank (circa 1904) featuring a neoclassical facade, the carvings on which have been designated important cultural property. Here, one can learn all about the history of Yokohama and Kanagawa, from a... more

This beautiful Noh Theater, has a stage that is over 120 years old, making the Yokohama Noh Theater almost as old as the city of Yokohama itself. It is the perfect setting for Noh, the traditional form of Japanese theater that... more

Stardust could be one of the few bars in Japan that still functions around a jukebox. As long as somebody keeps feeding it, the music just keeps on flowing. Not only will the tunes take you back to the 60s, the decor has probab... more

One of the newest venues in Tokyo, Zepp is a little way out of the center of Tokyo but the trip, on the Yurikamome-sen, a very new monorail line, is quite pleasant and offers a view over Tokyo bay. And the show is usually good.... more

Although it is in east Tokyo and, therefore, a little bit off the beaten track for the average traveler, Sumida Triphony Hall is an excellent concert venue. It consists of two halls, one seating 1800 and staging orchestral conc... more

The Miyoshi Engeijyo is a must see for those with an interest in Japanese popular culture. It is a far cry from the regular tourist attractions and this makes it all the more attractive. Even if you can not understand Japanese,... more

With seating for 500, On Air West features the full spectrum of rock and, sometimes, jazz. It is a particularly good venue for seeing small acoustic bands or solo artists. Programs include a mix of Japanese and visiting foreign... more

Built like a barn and on the ground floor, On Air East is the perfect place for a concert. It is an all-standing venue with a great view of the stage from anywhere inside. It has a capacity of about 1000 and can feel crowded wh... more

This temple was established by the priest Gyoki who was pivotal in bringing Buddhism to Japan's hoi polloi. During the Edo era (pre-1868 Tokyo) the temple was known as a haunt to enjoy the autumn leaves. Sadly the maples which... more