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Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens and Ropeway: the ultimate 2026 guide
For some of the best views in Kansai, a pleasant hour or two in meticulously maintained gardens, complete with tropical greenhouse, a forest walk to a hidden waterfall and a gondola ride to boot, set aside an afternoon (or morning) to explore Kobe's Nunobiki Herb Gardens and Ropeway. If you do nothing else in Kobe, do this! Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission, ♡ at no extra cost to you ♡ *

japansophy
Mar 116 min read


Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building: for skyline views and urban elegance
Get your views for free... from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Prepare for a perspective-shifting experience at the Tokyo...

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Aug 17, 20254 min read


Tokyo Tower: Tokyo's Classic Icon with Dazzling Views!
Tokyo Tower: Tokyo's iconic landmark is just a few metres taller than the Eiffel Tower Get ready to ascend a piece of Tokyo's heart and...

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Aug 16, 20256 min read


Tokyo SkyTree: see Tokyo sparkle from its highest viewpoint!
Get ready to have your breath taken away and maybe your ears popped at Tokyo SkyTree observation deck (東京スカイツリー)! Not to be confused with Tokyo Tower, SkyTree is a colossal broadcast and observation tower that pierces the Tokyo skyline, standing as one of the tallest structures in the entire world and offering unparalleled, breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views of the sprawling metropolis, stretching all the way to Mount Fuji on a clear day. Disclosure: This post contains

japansophy
Aug 16, 20258 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


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


Miyashita Park: Tokyo's Urban Oasis with a View
Miyashita Park rooftop garden is an oasis in the heart of Shibuya Welcome to Miyashita Park (宮下公園) , Shibuya's incredibly cool and unique...

japansophy
Aug 15, 20255 min read


Shibuya Sky: Tokyo's Ultimate Rooftop Viewpoint
Prepare to have your jaw drop at Shibuya Sky (渋谷スカイ) ! This is Tokyo's most spectacular open-air rooftop observatory, offering unparalleled 360-degree panoramic views of the sprawling metropolis. Jump to: (1) How to get to Shibuya Sky (2) Opening hours and best time to visit Shibuya Sky (3) Shibuya Sky tickets and admission (4) What to see and do at Shibuya Sky (5) Top tips for Shibuya Sky (6) Shibuya Sky facilities (7) Other attractions near Shibuya Sky (8) Shibuya Sky FAQ D

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Aug 15, 20259 min read
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