TOKYO EYE 2020

These days, lots of foreign tourists in Japan take a trip to an onsen hot spring bath. Even in Tokyo, you can find plenty of natural hot springs, and neighborhood bathhouses are great places to mingle with locals. This time we look at the appeal of onsen, with the help of a certified expert!

Tokyo is home to a huge assortment of universities, and they're all racing to globalize. This time, we explore the set-up for foreign students at Waseda University.

Tours for foreign visitors cater to a wide range of interests. These days you can choose from an impressive assortment of unique tours that go beyond the top spots and take you deep into the Japan experience.

In Tokyo you can enjoy the best food from all over Japan, and in winter the seafood tastes extra good! This time we seek out great ingredients and original ideas in some outstanding Tokyo restaurants.

Volunteer guides will play a key role in making the 2020 Olympics a success. In the run-up, there's a growing movement in the city to respond to the needs of a growing number of foreign tourists!

The city is full of places where kids and grown-ups too can have fun studying science. From entertaining to engineering, we track down some great science experiences in Tokyo.

Tokyo is a fantastic place for a celebration, and the city has so many cutting-edge, unique services to help you make any events even more memorable! Anyone can enjoy a special occasion in Tokyo.

About three kilometers from Tokyo Station in Taito Ward is Kachikura, an area extending from Okachimachi to Kuramae. This time we explore the fascinating craft and knick-knack shops of Kachikura.

Japanese stationery products are high-quality, with stylish design, yet affordable. So foreign tourists are buying more and more as gifts and souvenirs. Here's your introduction to the best of Japanese stationery!

TOKYO EYE 2020 presents all the great things about Japan's metropolis. Let's recap some highlights of shows aired between April 2015 and March 2016.

For many tourists, taking photographs of the people and places they discover in Tokyo is a big part of their experience. But it's tough to find the best spots and times to take these photos. We'll look at the many facets of Tokyo on a tour of some great picture-taking hotspots.

Some great new crops and animal breeds are coming out of Tokyo, and people are working hard to raise their profile ahead of the 2020 Olympics. Today we'll discover some delicious made-in-Tokyo food products!

Tokyo is a global metropolis that draws millions of foreign visitors... and a growing number of foreign residents as well. Here's what you need to know if you move to Tokyo.

A construction boom has hit Tokyo ahead of the 2020 Olympics. New buildings are giving neighborhoods new character. We'll explore works by famous architects that draw international visitors, and discover some of the very latest highlights!

The Shinjuku and Okubo area is one of the most popular locations with foreign visitors. As the 2020 Olympics approach, many new tourist attractions are appearing. We bring you the latest information.

Recently, a new wave of cafes has come along offering unique experiences. Today we visit some Tokyo cafes on the cutting edge!

There are so many embassies in Tokyo. What aspects of the city appeal to the people who work in them? We introduce Tokyo through the eyes of embassy staff.

All over Tokyo, you can find fresh water bubbling up from natural springs. These spots have become popular places to relax and forget about the bustle of the big city.

Futako Tamagawa has a high-end image, and new facilities around the station have increased the area's appeal.

In this edition, we feature the ambassador of Denmark. He and his wife's favorite neighborhoods are Daikanyama and Ebisu. They show us around these sophisticated spots.

Moving to the big city of Tokyo can raise questions and anxieties. How to cut costs, separate your trash, and get to know your neighbors. We explore all these questions and more!

With the Olympics coming in 2020, new great places to visit are appearing in Tokyo all the time. We take a look at some must-see locations that are getting people talking.

In recent years, the number of foreigners visiting Japan has been steadily increasing. And many people are visiting again and again because of Japan's beauty industry. This time, we look at a variety of salons and other beauty hot spots.

With a natural environment that includes the towering peak of Hachijo-fuji and subtropical jungles, it's hard to believe you're still in Tokyo. We get acquainted with the local tradition and culture, as we enjoy a laid-back island break.

As Tokyo becomes more international, the city's English-language comedy scene is growing -- you can even see rakugo performed in English! Here is your guide to spots hosting events where you'll find lots of laughs.

The constant increasing in foreign visitors means Tokyo accommodations keep evolving. A string of recent openings are offering twists on the usual hotel experience. Today we'll look at some of the most interesting places to stay in Tokyo.

In Tokyo you can dine on cuisines from around the world. Right now the city is buzzing about aged foods. Aging cranks up the savory umami flavor. This time, we visit some great spots in Tokyo to find out about aged food cuisine.

One of the most fun things to do as a tourist is visit museums. In July, the National Museum of Western Art in the Ueno area of Tokyo became a UNESCO cultural heritage site. This time, we look at this and other fantastic museums.

Mejiro is not a high-profile location in Tokyo, but it has lots of history and culture. The highlights range from a prestigious private university to traditional music and kimonos.

The Tama River is one of Tokyo's best-known waterways. The banks are rich in nature -- and even religious significance. We see what makes the Tama River so special.

The travel industry is answering the surge in tourism to Japan by launching more and more tours geared to foreign visitors. Here's the inside scoop on some of the city's most interesting tours.

Japan has countless festivals. Today, we head to some of the most exciting autumn festivals in Tokyo, from traditional to new.

Tokyo is packed with embassies -- and the people who work in them know some great ways to enjoy the big city. In this occasional series, embassy staff show us what they love about Tokyo life.

In this digital age, people are rediscovering the joy of visiting a physical bookstore. Tokyo might have more bookstores than any city in the world, and this time we look at some of the best ones.

This "college town" district of Tokyo is off the tourist track, but it's got a lot of youthful energy and a multicultural feel--with unique attractions nestled in the backstreets. Get to know a corner of Tokyo offering a special urban flavor!

After seeing the tourist spots, enjoying Japanese food and shopping, the next thing people want is truly unique experiences. Let's explore the diverse range of fascinating experiences the city has to offer.

Tokyo is a center of colossal consumption. Every day, lots of stuff gets discarded. Lots of stuff also gets recycled. And now, things are getting "upcycled" into cool products and services. We look at a stylish new twist on a traditional Japanese value.