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Tourist Attractions
in Japan
Japan has an incredible variety of museums, galleries, shrines and temples to
keep you preoccupied for many days. In the city of Tokyo there is a wide spectrum
of places to visit,, from the very distinguished Imperial Palace, home of the
Emperor and past shogunates, to the legendary Tokyo Tower, an urban landmark
in many Godzilla movies :-)
Popular City District Tourist Attractions in Tokyo
Major Tourist City Sections of Tokyo
Ginza
An exclusive, upscale shopping area, where many top brand stores are located.
Ginza is also known for the Kabukiza Theatre and Shinbashi
Enbujo, showcasing traditional Japanese theatre and performance arts.
Recommended Accommodations
Akihabara
Also known as Electric Town, which has the biggest collection of electronic
shops in the world, and widely known by many people coming to shop from all over
the world.
Recommended Accommodations
Shinjuku
A business area of Tokyo that has the Tokyo City Hall and many
high-rise complexes. In the Kabukicho area of Shinjuku, there is one of the biggest
amusement squares in Japan. Shinjuku also has a good variety of restaurants with
reasonable prices.
Asakusa
Along the road that heads towards the Sensoji Temple from Kaminarimon gate, are
many shops selling traditional Japanese gifts and sweets. The ambiance of the
area retains the nostalgic and traditional atmosphere of an old town, reflecting
the time when the city of Tokyo was called Edo, in the Edo period.
Roppongi
A very trendy area and considered the international area of Tokyo. Roppongi is
one of the many 'a city within a city' areas of Tokyo.
Odaiba
A newly developed waterfront and island area in Tokyo bay. There are many interesting
attractions like an unique hot spring spa facility, major TV station, shopping
malls and much more.
Other tourist attractions in Tokyo
Higashi Gyoen Garden in Imperial Palace
Within the Palace there are historical structures as well as art museums. The
garden lawn is beautiful and meticulously manicured.
Tokyo Tower -
A symbol of the Tokyo skyline (height is 333m) From the observatory deck a great
panoramic view of Tokyo and surroundings is available. On a clear day, you can
see Tsukuba Mountain and Mount Fuji. The night lighting of the structure is fabulous.
Tokyo Disney Resort -
One of the most popular resort spots in Tokyo, the resort also includes 2 large
amusement parks and various shopping malls.
Japan National Tourist Organization (JNTO) -
A tourist information center providing travel information for Tokyo and the rest
of Japan.
A 3 minute walk from the hotel.
Ryogoku Kokugikan Sumo Arena -
This is the main arena where Sumo tournaments are held. Sumo tournaments are
held 6 times annually in Japan and are hosted 3 times at the Ryogoku Kokugikan
Arena. These Tokyo tournaments are held in January, May and September. The length
of each tournament is 15 days.
Biccamera Yurakucho Branch -
A large electronic appliances department store handling various types of products.
International Arcade
A place where you can find many types of souvenirs of Japan to buy.
Tokyo International Forum (Convention Halls) -
A large convention complex which includes various types halls used for exhibitions,
trade shows, and for concerts of International musical acts and musicians. The
complex also contains a small museum, and provides shops and a restaurant.
Tokyo International Exhibition Center - the 'Big Site'
A large convention building with 230,000 square meters. This complex includes
exhibition halls and meeting facilities. It is also known as one of the largest
international exhibition halls in Japan, showcasing many interesting trade shows,
like the Tokyo Anime Fair.
Makuhari Messe International Convention Complex
A large exhibition complex composed of 3 major facilities; the International
Exhibition hall, the International Convention hall and the Makuhari Event Hall.
The Makuhari Messe is also know as the exhibition center where the Tokyo Mortor
Show is held.
Tokyo Attractions:
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