Unusual Things to Do in Tokyo Archives Page 2 of 3

Panda Post Box at Ueno Park

ByMizhelle November 14, 2022September 27, 2024

Spot this unique post box on your way to Ueno Zoo.

ByMizhelle September 16, 2022September 16, 2022

This shrine in Shinjuku has “demon king” on its name plate, but nobody really knows why. What secrets does Inari Kio hold?

ByMizhelle July 30, 2022July 30, 2022

There’s a spooky water well in Tokyo that can tell you how much longer you have left to live. Would you dare take a look?

ByMizhelle May 25, 2022May 25, 2022

The lucky cats of Imado Shrine beckon love and bring good fortune.

ByMizhelle April 10, 2022November 15, 2022

Behind the fame and allure of Yoshiwara is a tragic past built on the slavery of women. Here’s what it looks like today.

ByMizhelle March 26, 2022November 15, 2022

People come to Ginza for its luxury shops and elegant cafes, but hidden in a small alley is a tiny…

ByMizhelle February 19, 2022May 10, 2024

Sogenji is an unusual temple in Tokyo that’s home to the mummified hand of a kappa, a playful supernatural entity from Japanese folklore.

ByMizhelle February 11, 2022September 1, 2023

Okutama is known for its lush nature, which is why the sight of a run-down factory with mountains in the…

ByMizhelle May 30, 2021November 15, 2022

A small pond in Asakusa, Ubagaike was once the site of a series of gruesome murders. The culprit? The old hag the pond was named after.

ByMizhelle March 8, 2021November 15, 2022

Meet Lady Oiwa, the big bad boss of vengeful female ghosts.