7 new places that opened in Tokyo in 2026: MoN Takanawa, the renewed Edo-Tokyo Museum, TOFROM YAESU and more
Published: 2026-10-24 · Last verified: 2026-10-20
2026 brought a wave of big openings to Tokyo: a KAWAII amusement space in Harajuku, a new cultural center at Takanawa Gateway, the Edo-Tokyo Museum back after about four years, and TOFROM YAESU right at Tokyo Station. Here are seven that are easy to visit, in order of opening.
The short answer
| Opened | Place | What it is |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 13 | KAWAII MONSTER LAND | A KAWAII-themed entertainment space on Takeshita Street, Harajuku |
| Feb | PokéPark KANTO | Inside Yomiuriland: Pokémon's first permanent outdoor attraction |
| Mar 27 | TOKYO DREAM PARK | An entertainment complex in Ariake with a hall and theaters |
| Mar 28 | MoN Takanawa | A cultural center at Takanawa Gateway: exhibitions, live shows, Japanese culture |
| Mar 28 | OIMACHI TRACKS | A big complex connected to Oimachi Station, with a cinema and restaurants |
| Mar 31 | Edo-Tokyo Museum | Reopened after about four years of renovation |
| Sep 10 | TOFROM YAESU TOWER | Connected to Tokyo Station's Yaesu side, full of restaurants and shops |
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Popular places may need advance tickets. Check the official sites before you go.
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- KAWAII MONSTER LAND — Harajuku, Takeshita Street (Feb 13, 2026) Google Maps ↗
- ポケパーク カントー — Inside Yomiuriland (Feb 2026) Google Maps ↗
- TOKYO DREAM PARK — Ariake (Mar 27, 2026) Google Maps ↗
- MoN Takanawa — Takanawa Gateway (Mar 28, 2026) Google Maps ↗
- OIMACHI TRACKS — Next to Oimachi Station (Mar 28, 2026) Google Maps ↗
- 江戸東京博物館 — Ryogoku (reopened Mar 31, 2026) Google Maps ↗
- TOFROM YAESU — Tokyo Station Yaesu side (Sep 10, 2026) Google Maps ↗
Highlights
MoN TakanawaA cultural center run by the JR East Cultural Foundation, with exhibitions, live shows and Japanese culture experiences in a tatami space.
Edo-Tokyo MuseumRyogoku's big museum reopened on March 31, 2026 after about four years of renovation. Learn the history of Edo and Tokyo.
TOFROM YAESU TOWERA skyscraper connected to Tokyo Station's Yaesu side, with restaurants, shops and a theater.- KAWAII MONSTER LAND: produced by artist Sebastian Masuda, a place to step into Harajuku's KAWAII world.
- PokéPark KANTO: a permanent outdoor Pokémon attraction inside Yomiuriland. See "Pokémon in Tokyo".
- TOKYO DREAM PARK: TV Asahi's entertainment complex in Ariake, with a big hall and theaters.
- OIMACHI TRACKS: a large complex next to Oimachi Station with a cinema, restaurants and more.
Frequently asked questions
Which 2026 openings are best for travelers?
TOFROM YAESU (right at Tokyo Station), the Edo-Tokyo Museum (Japanese history) and the new MoN Takanawa are easy to fit into a trip.
Do I need to book?
It depends on the place and exhibition. Some, such as KAWAII MONSTER LAND and PokéPark KANTO, need tickets in advance, so check the official sites.
Official websites
- TOKYO DREAM PARK
- MoN Takanawa
- Edo-Tokyo Museum
- TOFROM YAESU
- KAWAII MONSTER LAND
- PokéPark KANTO
- GO TOKYO: OIMACHI TRACKS
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Hours and tickets can change. Check the official sites before you go.
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