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Tokyo by Water
Sumida river cruise, Tokyo
A fun vantage to view Tokyo is by water, and one of the most popular ways to do so in on the Sumida River Cruise. You can enjoy a modern boat ride along the historic waterway, seeing famous sites such as the Asahi Beer Building, Ryogoku sumo center, and the recentl
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Hama Rikyu (浜離宮) Garden, Tokyo
Not a popular destination for foreign visitors, Hama Rikyu (浜離宮) Garden in Tokyo is a lovely park well worth a visit.
浜離宮恩賜庭園
Originally a hunting retreat of the Tokugawa Shogun families, there are many unique features in the garden, such as duck-hunting blinds and a horseback riding area.
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Asakusa Kannon Temple/Sensoji, Tokyo
Sensoji Temple, Tokyo
Sensoji is the oldest temple in Tokyo, though at the time it was established the area was just a small backwater fishing village on the Sumida River. Supposedly in 628 two fishermen found a statue of the Buddhist goddess or mercy, Kannon, in their nets. They rushed to t
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Nakamise
Nakamise Dori
Nakamise-dori is the central path approaching Sensoji temple in Asakusa. It is a riot of souvenir stalls and food stands. Gifts range from cheap plastic toys to elegant handcrafted jewelry, with everything imaginable in between. You can find wigs and kimono and woodblock prints
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Ginza District, Tokyo
Ginza, Tokyo
One of the most luxurious shopping districts in the world, Ginza district of Tokyo is worth a visit. You may not have the budget to shop in designer stores such as Dior, Chanel, and Gucci, but you might consider dining at one of the cafes or splurging on an elegant dinner. Brows
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Epson Aqua Park Shinagawa
Epson Aqua stadium dolphin show
Operated by the Prince Hotel, Epson Aqua Park Shinagawa is a fun place for the whole family. There is an entire entertainment complex with rides, a concert hall, and restaurants. The aquarium was reopened on July 10th, 2015 after a expansion of exhibition spac
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1964 Summer Olympics in Tokyo
Yoyogi National Stadium –
The 1964 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the XVIII Olympiad, was held in Tokyo, Japan from October 10 to 24, 1964. The 1964 Summer Games were the first Olympics held in Asia.
Yoyogi National Stadium was designed by Kenzo Tange and built betwe
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Tokyo Metro Subway System
Tokyo Metro Map
Though the JR train system is most popular for foreign tourists to Tokyo, you should also consider using the Tokyo Metro subway system. It is a complex web of nine lines that join up in many places with JR or other private lines. The Metro stations are often closer to
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KidZania Tokyo
KidZania Town
Kidzania is a unique opportunity for kids to take the natural game of acting out careers to a new level. The first location was founded in 1196 in Mexico City as the brainchild of Lopez Ancona, and rapidly grew into an international franchise. One of the key features of
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Halloween 2013 at Tokyo Disneyland
Disneyland Halloween
Halloween is a special time at Tokyo Disneyland! From September 9 to October 31, 2013, there will be special events and activities all over the park. Disneyland will be decorated with an autumn country theme, complete with pumpkins, scarecrows, wagons of hay,
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Halloween 2013 at DisneySea
Tokyo DisneySea will be full of fun skeletons for the celebration of Disney Halloween from September 9 through October 31, 2013. Decorations around the park will include pumpkins with elegant carvings, banners, and other items in keeping with the theme area. Lost Park Delta will
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Kochia Hill at Hitachi Seaside Park in Hitachinaka
Kochia – Hitachi Seaside Park, Japan (photo: shin–k/flickr)
Hitachi Seaside Park, located in Hitachinaka, Ibaraki prefecture, Japan, next to the Ajigaura Beach, is popular tourist destination for flower lovers. The park covers an area of 8 acres and the flowers are amazing all
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Costume Policy at Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea
Disneyland Tokyo Wearing Costumes (photo: SunToad/flickr)
Disneyland has a strict policy concerning costumes, so be sure to follow the guidelines to avoid being turned away at the door. Wearing some seasonal accessories can add to the festive feel of your visit!
At Di
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The Happiness Year: Tokyo Disney’s 30th Anniversary
Tokyo Disneyland 30th Year of Happiness – Cinderella’s Castle
On April 15, 1983, Tokyo Disneyland opened its doors, and has been serving fun and happiness to visitors ever since. The complex expanded with the addition of the Tokyo resort hotels and DisneySea, and toge
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Tokyo Disneyland Fall 2013 Photo Collection
As the season’s pass the Tokyo Disneyland park is constantly changed to suit the seasons and major events such as Halloween and Christmas.
This photo collection of Tokyo Disneyland is from the fall of 2013.
Please enjoy!
Tokyo Disneyland Fall 2013 – Japanese style lanterns (photo
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Meiji Shrine in Tokyo
Meiji-jingu Shinto Shrine, Tokyo
The Meiji period was a time of great modernization in Japan, and much of that can be attributed to the emperor and his wife, who adopted and advocated many important reforms. In the traditional Shinto religion, the Japanese emperor is considered a
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Universal Surprise Halloween
USJ Sorciere
From a Mardi Gras-style festival to scary zombies, Universal Studios Japan has something to please everyone this Halloween. The special events are held from September 13 through November 10, 2013. There is also a changing room and locker space so visitors can don a costume and a
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Universal Japan's Wonder Christmas
Universal Studios Japan Christmas (photo: Jeffrey & Mami/flickr)
Celebrate Christmas at Universal Studios Japan, where the park is decorated for the season. Children can experience the magic of meeting Santa Claus and see their favorite characters, such as Hello Kitty and the Sesame Stre
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Bizen Traditional Industries Hall in Inbe Station, Bizen, Okayama
Bizen Traditional Industries Hall (photo: touyuukai.jp)
Bizen Traditional Industries Hall is located at the North Gate of Inbe Station in Bizen, Okayama. You will find a small but well-appointed gallery featuring local crafts. The first floor has a variety of products such as
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Bizen Ware Traditional and Contemporary Art Museum, Bizen, Okayama
Bizen Ware Traditional and Contemporary Art Museum (photo: touyuukai.jp)
To the right and across the street as you leave Inbe Station in Bizen, Okayama, you will find the Bizen Ware Traditional and Contemporary Art Museum. It is dedicated to preserving the work of local craft
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