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Sensoji Buddhist Temple & Nakamise-dori: Asakusa's Enduring Heartbeat
Sensoji Buddhist temple is on everybody's Tokyo itinerary. Go extra early to beat the crowds. Step into a bustling portal to old Tokyo...

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Aug 16, 20256 min read


Marishiten Tokudaiji Temple: a surprise find in Ameyoko Market
Tokudaiji Marishiten temple is a small, picturesque, gaily painted temple in a very unusual market setting Marishiten Tokudaiji ( 特大寺...

japansophy
Aug 16, 20253 min read


Ameyoko Shopping Street: Dive into Tokyo's Bustling Bargain Bazaar!
Ameyoko market is a bustling, colourful experience day or night. ...

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Aug 15, 20255 min read


Nezu Shrine: Tokyo's Torii Treasure
Nezu Shrine in Tokyo is enchanting at any time of year but is at its best in April, when the azaleas are in bloom Step off the bustling...

japansophy
Aug 15, 20255 min read


Yanaka Ginza: for old Tokyo charm and a retro shopping experience
Yanaka Ginza is known for its laid-back, retro vibes: a world away from Tokyo's other Ginza! Step back in time at Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street ( 谷中銀座) , a charming, traditional shopping street nestled in the heart of Tokyo. a charming, traditional shopping street nestled in the heart of Tokyo. This isn't your flashy Shibuya or Shinjuku; instead, it's a wonderfully preserved slice of "Shitamachi" (old downtown) Tokyo, offering a nostalgic glimpse into local life. It's located

japansophy
Aug 15, 20254 min read


Ueno Park: Tokyo's Cultural Oasis & Green Heartbeat
Lotus ponds, a boating lake, museums, a zoo: Ueno Park has something for everyone. Get ready to stretch your legs and dive into a world...

japansophy
Aug 15, 20256 min read


Kabukicho: Tokyo's Dazzling Neon Heartbeat (and Home of Godzilla!)
Tokyo's infamous red-light district is tamer than you would expect, but watch out for giant reptilian monsters! Prepare to be swept away...

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Aug 15, 20255 min read


Omoide Yokocho: Step Back in Time in Shinjuku's "Memory Lane"
The legendary Omoide Yokocho (Memory Lane) is a journey back to post-war Tokyo Get ready for a trip down memory lane – literally! Omoide...

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Aug 15, 20255 min read


Tokyu Plaza Harakado: The latest vibe in Harajuku, complete with a bathhouse!
Right across the street from Tokyo Plaza Omotesando, this younger complex shares the same style and vibe Tokyu Plaza Harajuku, aka...

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Aug 15, 20254 min read


Tokyu Plaza Omotesando: Harajuku's Stylish Oasis (with a Secret Garden!)
The mirrored entrance to Tokyu Plaza Omotesando is a popular photo spot Get ready to discover a true architectural and retail delight at...

japansophy
Aug 15, 20254 min read


Takeshita Dori: Harajuku's Quirky, Colourful Heartbeat!
Harajuku Takeshita Street Tokyo is not for the faint-hearted Get ready for a dazzling explosion of fashion, pop culture, and sheer...

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Aug 15, 20255 min read


Omotesando: Stroll in Style Down Tokyo's Champs-Élysées
Omotesando is a broad boulevard in Tokyo reminiscent of the Champs-Élysées Omotesando (表参道) is Tokyo's premier boulevard of high...

japansophy
Aug 15, 20253 min read


Yoyogi Park: Find Your Green Oasis in Tokyo
Just a few minutes away from some of Tokyo's busiest hubs, Yoyogi Park is a green oasis for sports, relaxing... or dog walking Yoyogi...

japansophy
Aug 15, 20254 min read


Shibuya Center Gai: Dive into Tokyo's Youth Culture
Shopping, eating, drinking, karaoke, gachapons... Shibuya Center Gai will keep you entertained for hours on end Shibuya Center Gai (...

japansophy
Aug 15, 20254 min read


Shibuya Scramble Crossing: Experience the Iconic Chaos
Shibuya crossing in Tokyo is constantly buzzing with people: thousands cross here every time the lights change. The Shibuya Scramble...

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Aug 15, 20254 min read


Hachiko Statue in Shibuya: Meet the Loyal Legend
The bronze statue of Hachiko, the loyal pet Akita, is a popular meeting spot at busy Shibuya station! The Hachiko Statue ( 忠犬ハチ公像) ,...

japansophy
Aug 15, 20253 min read
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