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[Tokyo] Take a stroll around the landmark of Higashi Ginza, Kabukiza Theater!

Kabukiza Theater in Higashi Ginza is a popular tourist spot, even overseas, where you can enjoy not only Kabuki performances but also the Hanging Garden, Gallery, and Shopping Plaza. Let's take a stroll around the Kabukiza Theater and its surrounding area...

Jun NambaraJun Nambara2018.01.13

[Tokyo] Stroll through the daimyo garden associated with Mito Komon - Koishikawa Korakuen

Koishikawa Korakuen Garden was formerly the garden of the Edo residence of the Mito Domain, one of the Tokugawa Gosanke (three main branches of the Tokugawa clan) during the Edo period. It is known as a famous spot for cherry blossoms in spring, irises in early summer, and autumn foliage in autumn. It is one of the few remaining gardens in the city center...

Jun NambaraJun Nambara2018.01.12

[Tokyo] Relax in a hot bath and cafe! Footbath cafes you'll want to visit on the weekend

Are you experiencing tired feet from walking too much recently, or swollen feet from long hours of desk work? This time, we'll introduce you to some of the best massage parlours in Tokyo...

Kosuke KurodaKosuke Kuroda2018.01.07

Indulge in the allure of backstreets in Tokyo's adult drinking district

For those who usually drink at izakayas in front of train stations, we recommend the "deep-spirited drinking districts" that exude a deep atmosphere. Tokyo is dotted with numerous drinking districts, where you can enjoy drinks and delicious food every night...

Kosuke KurodaKosuke Kuroda2017.12.21

[Tokyo] A tourist spot from the Edo period! Stroll around Oji, Kita Ward

Oji in Kita Ward has been a popular tourist destination since the Edo period, known for its scenic beauty, including Asukayama, where the eighth shogun, Yoshimune, planted cherry trees. It is also the setting for the protagonist, Mitsuhiko Asami, in Yasuo Uchida's detective novel series, "Mitsuhiko Asami.".

Jun NambaraJun Nambara2017.11.27

[Tokyo] Sneak into a major manufacturer's factory! Enjoy factory tours in the city

Have you ever wondered what processes and environments the foods you buy at the supermarket are made in? Here are some factories in Tokyo that you can enjoy touring...

Kosuke KurodaKosuke Kuroda2017.10.19

[Tokyo] Zoos and botanical gardens in Tokyo that are too common to pass up!? Now is the time to visit

Tokyo has many tourist attractions, and many people plan to visit various places on the weekend. For those people, we recommend zoos and botanical gardens. They may have a slightly dull image, but...

Kosuke KurodaKosuke Kuroda2017.10.10

[Tokyo] A sweet moment! Relax and enjoy some of Tokyo's most popular sweets!

When you're busy, stress can build up. When that happens, you try out various stress-relieving methods, but sometimes eating sweets can help...

Kosuke KurodaKosuke Kuroda2017.10.07

[Tokyo] Get tons of followers! Check out these classic Instagrammable spots!

Social media has become an inseparable part of our lives. Instagram, in particular, has become explosively popular, especially among young women, due to its stylish atmosphere. Recently, Instagram...

Kosuke KurodaKosuke Kuroda2017.09.25

[Tokyo] Be surprised by the waterworks of the Edo period!? Tokyo Waterworks History Museum

Did you know that there was a waterworks system in the Edo period? Although it was quite different from the waterworks we use today, the city of Edo had a well-developed waterworks network. Tokyo Waterworks History Museum...

Jun NambaraJun Nambara2017.09.19

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