JAPAN
Visit the Land of the rising sun
TOKYO
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Asakusa
Asakusa: Traditional temples, markets, old-town ambiance.
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Akihabara
Akihabara: Electronics, anime, and subculture central.
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Shinjuku
Shinjuku: Bustling hub of nightlife, skyscrapers.
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Shibuya
Shibuya: Iconic crossing, youth fashion, trends.
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Ueno
Ueno: Cultural parks, museums, cherry blossoms.
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Ginza
Ginza: Upscale shopping, luxury brands, dining.
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Jimbocho
Jimbocho: Bookstores, cafes, intellectual atmosphere.
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Ikebukuro
Ikebukuro: Entertainment, shopping, cosmopolitan vibes.
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Monzen-nakacho
Monzen-nakacho: Traditional temples, old Edo feel.
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Roppongi
Night-life, shopping elegant district
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Ebisu
Restaruants, Museum, Beer and shops
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Omotesando
Fashion district in Tokyo
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Koenji
Underground Culture of Tokyo
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Nippori
Nippori: Fabric town, artisan charm, tranquility.
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Aoyama
Elegant are with trendy fashion shops
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Shimo-kitazawa
Vintage clothes shops
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Harajuku
Fashion, Kawaii and street wear
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Yanaka Ginza
Old Fashion Showa Town
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Kiyosumi-shirakawa
Trendy Cafe District
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Naka-Meguro
Shopping, cafe, Ice cream. Along the river of Meguro
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Shin-Okubo Korean Town
Korean town in Shinjuku-ku
KYOTO
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Fushimi Inari
Fushimi Inari: Thousand torii gates, spiritual walk.
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Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
Arashiyama: Serene bamboo grove, picturesque paths.
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Kinkaku-Ji Golden Pavilion
Kinkaku-ji: Iconic golden pavilion, reflecting pond.
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Gion Geisha district
Gion: Traditional geisha district, timeless beauty.
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Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Kiyomizu-dera: Historic temple with city views.
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Katsura Imperial Villa
Katsura: Exquisite architecture, imperial garden elegance.
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Nishiki Market
Food and Clothes local Market street
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Ryōan-ji Zen Temple
Stone Zen Garden
Tokyo Cultural Attractions, Historical Sites and Landmarks
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Kiyosumi Gardens
Peaceful Japanese gardens
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Golden Gai
Famous bar izakaya narrow alley in Shinjuku
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Hachiko
Memorial Sculpture for a loyal Dog
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Kabukicho
Red light district
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Omoide Yokocho
Grill and Food in narrow Japanese style Food Alley
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Kappabashi
Kitchenware, Plastic food samples street
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Okuno Building - Ginza
Antique shops in XX century building in Ginza
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Shinjuku Gyoen Park
Park with western and eatern style gardens
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Tsukiji Fish Market
Traditionl fish market in Tokyo
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Kabukiza
Kabuki Theatre in Ginza
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Ameyoko Market - Ueno
Street Market near Ueno station
Hiroshima and Seto Naikai
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Hiroshima
Hiroshima: Peace Memorial, history's resilient witness.
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Naoshima
Naoshima: Island blending art, nature, architecture.
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Teshima
Teshima: Art installations amidst natural beauty.
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Inujima
Inujima: Industrial ruins meet contemporary art.
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Benesse art site
Benesse: Fusion of artistic innovation, nature.
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Setouchi Triennale
Setouchi: Triennial festival, art across islands.
Museums and Art Galleries
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Suntory Museum of Art
Suntory: Art blending tradition and modernity.
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Nezu Museum
Nezu: Nature infused, classical Japanese art.
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Artizon Museum
Artizon: Science, art, innovation harmoniously merge.
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21_21 Design Sight
21_21: Innovative designs, aesthetic, functional wonders.
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Museum of Contemporary Art of Tokyo - MOT
MOT: Bold art, innovation, creativity unleashed.
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Hokusai Museum
Hokusai: Ukiyo-e master's life beautifully showcased.
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Tokyo National Museum
National: Japan's rich history artistically preserved.
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Tokyo Photographic Art Museum
Photographic: Capturing moments, emotion, artistic expressions.
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National Museum of Western Art
Western: European masterpieces in Tokyo's heart.
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Nerima Art Museum
Nerima: Diverse collection, local artists shine.
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Ginza Graphic Gallery
Ginza: Visual graphics meet artistic brilliance.
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Bonsai Museum - Saitama
A collection of centuries old bonsai
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Shiseido Gallery
Art Gallery in Ginza
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Toto Gallery Ma
Gallery about Architecture in Roppongi
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Design Hub - Tokyo Midtown
Exhibition gallery about product or graphic deisgn
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Ukiyo-e Ōta Memorial Museum of Art
Temporary exhibitions about Ukiyo-e collection
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Vanilla Gallery - Ginza
Underground Pop Topics
Architecture
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Tokyo Yoyogi Gymnasium - Kenzo Tange
Yoyogi: Iconic, modernist design by Tange.
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Tokyo International Forum - Rafael Viñoly
International Forum: Vinoly's architectural marvel, dynamic.
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Ando Museum - Naoshima - Tadao Ando
Ando Museum: Tadao Ando's minimalist, tranquil art.
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Saint Mary Cathedral - Kenzo Tange
St. Mary: Tange's sleek, futuristic cathedral design.
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Mikimoto Building - Ginza - Toyo Ito
Mikimoto: Ito's pearlescent facade, fluid elegance.
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House NA - Koenji - Sou Fujimoto
House Na: Fujimoto's transparent, unique living space.
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Dentsu Tower - Jean Nouvel
Dentsu: Nouvel's towering, shimmering, urban landmark.
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SunnyHills at Minami-Aoyama - Kengo Kuma & Associates
SunnyHills: Kuma's wooden lattice, intricate craftsmanship.
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Inujima Seirensho Art Musuem - Hiroshi Sambuichi
Seirensho: Sambuichi's eco-friendly, art in ruins.
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Spiral Aoyama - Fumihiko Maki
Spiral: Maki's cultural space, architectural twist.
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Aldo Rossi - Aoyama
Aldo Rossi: Italian design, striking Tokyo presence.
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Maison Hermés - Ginza - Renzo Piano
Maison Hermès: Piano's glass blocks, chic elegance.
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Toshima Ward office - Ikebukuro - Kengo Kuma
Toshima: Kuma's wooden weave, community symbol.
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Ueno national western art - Le Corbusier
Ueno Western Art: Corbusier's museum masterpiece, functional.
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Za-Koenji - Toyo Ito
Za-Koenji: Ito's theatrical dynamism, community hub.
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Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
Kenzo Tange’s Iconic Design in Shinjuku
SHOPPING
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Miyashita Park - Shibuya
Miyashita Park: Urban oasis, shopping, leisure space.
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Loft - Shibuya
Loft: Trendy, eclectic lifestyle and gifts.
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Ginza Six - Ginza
Ginza Six: Luxurious shopping, arts, rooftop garden.
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Itoya - Ginza
Itoya: Iconic stationery, lifestyle goods store.
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Yodobashi Camera
Yodobashi: Electronics megastore, tech-lovers' paradise.
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Tokyo Midtown - Roppongi
Tokyo Midtown: Sleek design, shops, cultural art.
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Daikanyama T-Site
Trendy Book Shop , design books and cafe
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Axis Design Center
Design center in Roppongi
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Animate Manga Shop
Huge selection of Manga
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Seiko Ginza
Seiko’s watches maker headquarters
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Time & Style
Furniture showroom made in Hokkaido
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Roppongi Hills
Shopping Tower and Art
Prefectures near Tokyo
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Kamakura
Kamakura: Historic temples, samurai, scenic beaches.
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Kawagoe
Kawagoe: "Little Edo," traditional warehouses, ambiance.
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Miura
Miura: Coastal charm, fresh seafood, beaches.
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Manazuru
Manazuru: Peaceful fishing village, natural beauty.
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Chiba
Entertainement & POP Culture
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Disneyland Tokyo
Disneyland Tokyo: Enchanting kingdom, family, magical experiences.
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TeamLab
teamLab: Immersive art, digital, interactive exhibits.
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Karaoke
Karaoke: Fun, singing, popular Japanese pastime.
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Kabukicho Tower
Amusement and Entertainement Tower in Kabukicho, Shinjuku
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Akihabara
Akihabara: Electronics, anime, and subculture central.
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Ikebukuro
Ikebukuro: Entertainment, shopping, cosmopolitan vibes.
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Kabukicho
Kabukicho: Tokyo's vibrant nightlife, entertainment district.
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Pokemon Center Shibuya
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Pokemon Center Ikebukuro
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Hokkaido
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Sapporo
Sapporo: Snow Festival, beer, culinary delights.
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Hakodate
Hakodate: Stunning night views, historic atmosphere.
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Furano
Furano: Lavender fields, scenic, natural beauty.
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Biei
Biei: Picturesque hills, seasonal flower carpets.
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Lucky Pierrot
Lucky Pierrot: Hakodate's unique, beloved burger chain.
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Moerenuma Park - Isamu Noguchi
Park designed by Isamu Noguchi in Sapporo
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Ramen Yokocho - Sapporo
Ramen Aalley in Susukino, Sapporo
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Sapporo Soup Curry
Delicious local Sapporo Curry
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Susukino - Sapporo
Big entertainment and Red light district in Sapporo
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Upopoy Ainu Park
Theme Park dedicated to Ainu Culture
Food and Restaurant
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Sushi
Sushi: Fresh, delicate flavors, Japanese tradition.
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Ramen
Ramen: Hearty, flavorful broth, noodle delight.
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Soba
Soba: Buckwheat noodles, simple, elegant taste.
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Sushi Zanmai
Good quality sushi at reasonable price
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Ramen - Sapporo
Delicious Miso Ramen with butter, from Sapporo
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Soup Curry - Sapporo
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Izakaya
Japanese Style drinking & eating bar
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Mochi
Rice paste sweets
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Dorayaki
round pancakes
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Tayaki
Fish shape sweet
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Natto
Fermented Soy Beans, only in Japan
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Yakiniku
Meat on the grill
Cafes of Tokyo
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Blue bottle coffee - Kiyosumi-shirakawa
Kiyosumi-shirakawa: Artisan coffee, minimalist design.
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Tokyo Roastery - Starbucks Reserve - Nakameguro
Nakameguro Roastery: Starbucks luxury, unique brews.
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Blue bottle coffee - Ginza
Ginza: Chic café, specialty coffee culture.
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Blue bottle coffee - Roppongi
Roppongi: Trendy sips, sleek, modern space.
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Blue bottle coffee - Shibuya
Shibuya: Bustling, urban coffee experience.
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Blue bottle coffee - Aoyama
Aoyama: Stylish retreat, quality coffee focus.
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Verve Cafe - Roppongi
A trendy natural cafe in Roppongi
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Monnaka Coffee - Monzen-nakacho
A cute and nice space in traditional Monzen-nakacho
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Kiyosumi-shirakawa Cafes
The most trendy area for Coffee lovers
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Starbucks Reserve - Ginza
Ginza Italian Apericena and buffet in elegant Ginza
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Route Books Cafe - Ueno
A secret book cafe in the middle of Ueno
Okinawa
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Naha
Naha: Okinawa's hub, culture, historic sites.
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Ishigaki
Ishigaki: Beautiful beaches, diving, natural landscapes.
Matsuri: Festivals
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Mitama Matsuri
July
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Shitamachi Tanabata Matsuri
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Awa Odori Koenji
Fool’s Dace festival
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Fukagawa Matsuri
Every 3 years in Monzen-nakacho
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Sanno Matsuri
Transports
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Haneda Airport - Tokyo
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Narita Airport - Chiba
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Shinkansen
Bullet Train
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Yurikamome Line
The most scenic automated line in Tokyo
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Ikebus
Red Kawaii Bus in Ikebukuro
Japanese Topics
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Host Club
Expensive Clubs for Ladies
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Soapland
Intimate washing-massage
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Shisa
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Shodo Calligraphy
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Maineki Neko
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Ikebana
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Kokeshi Doll
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Shrines
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Kimono and Yukata
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Tanuki
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Maid Cafe
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Rabu Hotel
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Kuma Hokkaido Bear
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Sakura - Cherry Blossom
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Daruma
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JAPAN DESTINATIONS
Tokyo AREAS
Akihabara - Tokyo area
Shinjuku - Tokyo area
Shibuya - Tokyo area
Roppongi - Tokyo area
Ueno - Tokyo area
Koenji - Underground area
Shimokitazawa - Vintage Clothes
Tokyo Attractions and Places
Kabukiza Theatre and Kabuki Theatre
Okuno Building - Antiques in Ginza
Omoide Yokocho - narrow yakitori alley
Museums and Galleries
Museum of Contemporary art of Tokyo - MOT
Hokusai Museum - Ukiyo-e / Japanese painter
National Museum of Western Art
Bonsai Museum - old and ancient bonsai trees
Shopping in Tokyo
Time & Style - Tokyo Midtown - Roppongi
Animate Manga Shop - Ikebukuro
Architecture
Yoyogi National Gymnasium - by Kenzo Tange
Saint Mary Cathedral - by Kenzo Tange
Fuji Television Headquarters - by Kenzo Tange
Tokyo International Forum - by Rafael Viñoly
Hokusai Museum - by Kazuyo Sejima SANAA
SunnyHills at Minami-Aoyama - Kengo Kuma & Associates
Maison Hermès - Ginza - Renzo Piano
Toshima Ward Office - Ikebukuro - Kengo Kuma
Za-Koenji public theatre - Toyo Ito
Mikimoto Building - Ginza - Toyo Ito
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
Day trip from Tokyo
Kanagawa
Miura - Sea Town, Sea food and Sea shore
Manazuru - Sea Town and forest
Saitama
Bonsai Museum - old and ancient bonsai trees
Chiba
Tokyo Cafes
Blue Bottle Coffee - Kiyosumi-Shirakawa
Kiyosumi-Shirakawa - Trendy Cafes area guide
Hokkaido
Okinawa
Kyoto, Osaka, Nara: Kansai Region
Fushimi inari (Thousands of red Torii gates)
Kiyomizu Temple (Iconic Kyoto Temple and garden)
Kinkaku-ji Temple (Golden Pavilion)
Seto Naikai
Transports
Japanese Culture
Hanami Place
Food and Drink
Sushi
Soba
Festivals / Matsuri
Shitamachi Tanabata Matsuri - Tokyo - 7th July
Mitama Matsuri - Tokyo - mid July