Brand New Tourist Spots Set to Unveil in Tokyo by 2023
Laid-Back Expat Turned Tour Guide's Top 8 Tokyo Attractions of 2023
Hailing from the Netherlands, Stefanie Akkerman moved to Japan with her family in 2013 and has since become a Local Guide extraordinaire. Specializing in Dutch touring across Tokyo and Kamakura, she's also a prolific writer, sharing all the intriguing sights and activities Japan has to offer. When she's not immersed in Japanese culture, you'll find her indulging in food, diving, snorkeling, cycling, or hiking to burn off calories.
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Tokyo, the ever-evolving megalopolis, continues to develop with fresh attractions in 2023! Although the pandemic led to some closures like Harajuku's Kawaii Monster Cafe and Shinjuku's Robot Restaurant, there's no shortage of fun new spots to explore!
Let's dive into the eight tourist attractions set to sparkle in Tokyo this year.
- Tokyo Midtown Yaesu
Just opposite Tokyo Station's Yaesu exit, the ultramodern Tokyo Midtown Yaesu skyscraper brings sustainable, green energy to life, housing offices, eateries, and retail spaces. Set to open in March 2023, this cutting-edge building will offer an unparalleled, contactless experience.
Nearest station: Tokyo Station
- Tokyu Kabukicho Tower
Rising high in Tokyo's entertainment district, the Tokyu Kabukicho Tower is scheduled to debut in April 2023. This soaring tower is home to two luxury hotels, entertainment venues for all ages, a food hall, game arcade, wellness zone, performance stage, cinema, and music-driven dining options.
Nearest station: Shinjuku Station
- teamLab Borderless
Making a grand comeback later in 2023, teamLab Borderless — the renowned digital art project — will reopen in the Toranomon-Azabudai Project after its closure in 2022. Get ready to immerse yourself in captivating artworks that blur the line between visitors and exhibition pieces.
Nearest station: Toranomon Station
- Senkyaku Banrai (Toyosu Market)
Having shifted from Tsukiji to Toyosu in 2018, the Toyosu Fish Market is gearing up for an enticing addition with Senkyaku Banrai building set to open in early 2024. This new hub promises an Edo-inspired atmosphere with entertainment, shopping, a hotel, and a rooftop hot spring facility.
Nearest station: Shijo-mae Station
- Warner Bros Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter
Fans of the Harry Potter series will be enchanted with this behind-the-scenes exploration of the films' secrets. Spanning a massive 90,000-square-meter space, the tour promises a half-day immersion into the magical world of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts. Join the ranks of fortunate visitors starting on June 16, 2023.
Nearest station: Toshimaen Station
- Jurassic World: The Exhibition
History buffs and dinosaur enthusiasts alike can indulge in a unique experience at Jurassic World: The Exhibition, opening in spring 2023. Prepare for breathtaking encounters with realistic dinosaur robots, including fearsome giants like the T-Rex.
Nearest station: TBA
- Hanamichi Tokyo Kabukicho
Step back in time at Hanamichi Tokyo Kabukicho, which is set to open in October 2023. This Edo-style building will offer a traditional atmosphere with clothing shops, a food court, and a vintage coffee shop. There's even a modern theater for a delightful fusion of the old and new.
Nearest station: Shinjuku Station
- Animate Ikebukuro
After undergoing a complete facelift and expansion, the beloved Animate Ikebukuro is making its triumphant return in March 2023. Fans of anime, manga, and games will rejoice as they rediscover the extensive collections of new and classic series, as well as a plethora of merchandise.
Nearest station: Ikebukuro Station
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- As Stefanie Akkerman, a Dutch touring expert in Tokyo, suggests, the city is brimming with exciting attractions for travelers in 2023.
- One such attraction is the Tokyo Midtown Yaesu, an ultramodern, sustainable skyscraper opening in March, offering a contactless experience.
- The Tokyu Kabukicho Tower, scheduled for April debut, boasts luxury hotels, entertainment venues, a food hall, and more.
- Fans of digital art will want to visit teamLab Borderless, reopening later in 2023, showcasing captivating artworks that blur the line between visitors and exhibition pieces.
- Senkyaku Banrai at Toyosu Market, set to open in early 2024, will bring an Edo-inspired atmosphere with entertainment, shopping, a hotel, and a rooftop hot spring facility.
- Harry Potter fans won't want to miss the Warner Bros Studio Tour Tokyo - The Making of Harry Potter, opening on June 16, offering a half-day immersion into the magical world of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts.
- History buffs and dinosaur enthusiasts should check out Jurassic World: The Exhibition, opening in spring 2023, featuring realistic dinosaur robots.
- Hanamichi Tokyo Kabukicho, set to open in October, offers an Edo-style building with clothing shops, a food court, a vintage coffee shop, and a modern theater.
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