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Whether you are looking for a place to jog, a strong espresso, some quirky shops for original souvenirs, or sites of historical importance, Tokyo locals are the ones best suited to lead you in the right direction. Browse through the Places the Locals Go guides to discover new sides of the city.

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A cool coffee shop barista tells us what's hip in trendy Nakameg

A cool coffee shop barista tells us what's hip in trendy Nakameguro

Resident Japanese ink brush artist paints a picture of trending 

Resident Japanese ink brush artist paints a picture of trending spots in Kuramae

An avid runner tells us about his favorite running courses in To

An avid runner tells us about his favorite running courses in Tokyo

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A savvy writer and editor guides us through Kagurazaka's many delights

The past, present, and future of Tokyo technology

The past, present, and future of Tokyo technology

Drinking & Dining

A member of Tokyo Tower marketing team recommends some places with a view of the famous landmark
Unique perspectives on Tokyo, from above and below
A cool coffee shop barista tells us what's hip in trendy Nakameguro
A restaurant owner from the Golden Gai shines a light on Shinjuku's lively nightlife
A local connoisseur guides us through Gotanda’s many fine choices for food and drink
A local artisan reveals some of the secrets of Asakusabashi with valuable info on special shops that tourists may appreciate
A knowledgeable rickshaw puller shares some of his favorite places around Asakusa's Kannonura area
A Tokyo businessman reveals his go to spots for dates
An employee at the Sunshine Aquarium reveals some of Ikebukuro's best kept secrets
One idol's pick of culture spots in her beloved Koenji
From classic Edo delicacies to cutting edge Tokyo cuisine
One Harajuku fashionista gives us the lowdown on the area
A hip fashion PR agent gives us his recommendations for Shibuya
A savy writer and editor guides us through Kagurazaka's many delights
A Buddhist priest shows us another side of Hamamatsucho
For both inner and outer beauty, try these Tokyo spots

Shopping

A local artisan reveals some of the secrets of Asakusabashi with valuable info on special shops that tourists may appreciate
A Tokyo businessman reveals his go to spots for dates
One idol's pick of culture spots in her beloved Koenji
One Harajuku fashionista gives us the lowdown on the area
A savy writer and editor guides us through Kagurazaka's many delights

Culture

Unique perspectives on Tokyo, from above and below
Unique perspectives on Tokyo, from above and below
A cool coffee shop barista tells us what's hip in trendy Nakameguro
A cool coffee shop barista tells us what's hip in trendy Nakameguro
One foreign resident of Tokyo tells us about locations that exude history
One foreign resident of Tokyo tells us about locations that exude history
The past, present, and future of Tokyo technology
The past, present, and future of Tokyo technology
A hip fashion PR agent gives us his recommendations for Shibuya
A hip fashion PR agent gives us his recommendations for Shibuya
Resident Japanese ink brush artist paints a picture of trending spots in Kuramae
Resident Japanese ink brush artist paints a picture of trending spots in Kuramae
For both inner and outer beauty, try these Tokyo spots
For both inner and outer beauty, try these Tokyo spots

Parks

An employee at the Sunshine Aquarium reveals some of Ikebukuro's best kept secrets
An employee at the Sunshine Aquarium reveals some of Ikebukuro's best kept secrets
An avid runner tells us about his favorite running courses in Tokyo
An avid runner tells us about his favorite running courses in Tokyo

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