Akihabara Things to Do

The main shrine to the memory of Sugawara no Michizane (better known as Tenjin, the father of Japanese learning) is in the city of Fukuoka. However the "local" shrine here in Kameido is itself a popular place to visit. Both the... more

A skyscraper complex with beautiful views and something to offer everyone. With a large variety of restaurants and watering holes, pick your pleasure from the food and drinks on display at the entrance at each location. A large... more

The Ginza is Japan's and perhaps Asia's most prestigious shopping area. Many up-market retail shops have their flagship stores here. Mitsukoshi, Matsuya and Matsuzakaya department stores are all located here, as are Yamaha Musi... more

The Kite Museum is an example of a businessman's hobby which has been rendered available for public perusal. There are works in progress by an on-site kite maker. Amid the miscellaneous Japanese and international kites and kite... more

Slip into the atmosphere of a working class neighborhood set in the pre 1923 Great Kanto Earthquake days. A mural on the landing between the first and second floors depicts peddlers, artisans and blue-collar workers going about... more

The museum offers an overview of Japanese crafts, many executed by famous artisans. The contemporary world of Japanese handicrafts is thriving as can be seen by viewing the collection which covers lacquer, metal and glass work,... more

An Irish pub located in Jiyugaoka, O'Carolan's offers an attractive combination of reasonable prices and lots of open spaces that can accommodate big parties. Seated in one of the comfy stools at the high bar, you can listen to... 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

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

Visitors to the National Noh Theater can see Kyogen as well as Noh. There are performances on 15 or 16 days a month and the repertoire changes about four or five times. There is a one-page explanation of the story in English, b... more