Tokyo, the capital city of Japan, has a great number of interesting sights available for all tourists. Within Tokyo, there are already tens of prefectures and little towns. The variety offered is mind-boggling, from its people, to the places and things that will catch your attention from day one.
There are four main areas in Tokyo which warrant any visit. From the bright neon lights of Shinjuku, to the high tech bee's nest of Akihabara. One must not forget the fashion hubs of Shibuya and Harajuku, and these places are definitely a favorite with tourists who have been to the country.
The Shinjuku train station has the highest human traffic passing it amongst all its counterparts across the world. With it situated in the middle of a crossroads of business and commercial hubs, there is little surprise that millions of people go through it each day.
There is something for everyone in Shinjuku. The hundreds of restaurants specialize in the best of Japanese food, from sushi to teriyaki. Shinjuku's nightlife bustles with life, and the red light district provides a view of the other side of Japanese entertainment. The beautiful garden of the Shinjuku Gyoen Imperial Gardens is a haven for busy businessmen or families who seek refuge on a peaceful afternoon.
Moving further up north is Shibuya, the place where the life of young Japanese resides. Shibuya houses everything hip and trendy about Japan, and there are long streets of fashion malls mixed with the ever present restaurants and cafes. This is also the place for people watching in Japan, with great looking Japanese men and women filling the streets.
A few stations away from Shibuya, Harajuku is a smaller version of Shibuya, but with a nice quiet upscale feel to it. One can lounge in the outdoor cafes sipping coffee, while enjoying a nice stroll along streets lined with unique independent fashion boutiques. The ancient culture of Japan can be found a stone's throw away at the Meiji Shrine, where one can join thousands others in praying for divine blessings.
A great example of this fusion is that of the cosplayers that have a strong community presence in the area. They are mostly made up of Japanese anime fans, who don colorful costumes that resemble the characters in animation films or manga comics. Cosplayers can mostly be seen on Sunday afternoons on the Harajuku Bridge next to the train station.
Tokyo is known for its high tech gadgets and the world of anime and manga. Akihabara is where fans of all three can get their fill. Whether it is the latest electronic gadgets, new anime toys or manga titles, you can find them all there. Together with the other three areas mentioned above, it is little wonder that Tokyo continues to fascinate and delight tourists who make the trip there. - 16492
There are four main areas in Tokyo which warrant any visit. From the bright neon lights of Shinjuku, to the high tech bee's nest of Akihabara. One must not forget the fashion hubs of Shibuya and Harajuku, and these places are definitely a favorite with tourists who have been to the country.
The Shinjuku train station has the highest human traffic passing it amongst all its counterparts across the world. With it situated in the middle of a crossroads of business and commercial hubs, there is little surprise that millions of people go through it each day.
There is something for everyone in Shinjuku. The hundreds of restaurants specialize in the best of Japanese food, from sushi to teriyaki. Shinjuku's nightlife bustles with life, and the red light district provides a view of the other side of Japanese entertainment. The beautiful garden of the Shinjuku Gyoen Imperial Gardens is a haven for busy businessmen or families who seek refuge on a peaceful afternoon.
Moving further up north is Shibuya, the place where the life of young Japanese resides. Shibuya houses everything hip and trendy about Japan, and there are long streets of fashion malls mixed with the ever present restaurants and cafes. This is also the place for people watching in Japan, with great looking Japanese men and women filling the streets.
A few stations away from Shibuya, Harajuku is a smaller version of Shibuya, but with a nice quiet upscale feel to it. One can lounge in the outdoor cafes sipping coffee, while enjoying a nice stroll along streets lined with unique independent fashion boutiques. The ancient culture of Japan can be found a stone's throw away at the Meiji Shrine, where one can join thousands others in praying for divine blessings.
A great example of this fusion is that of the cosplayers that have a strong community presence in the area. They are mostly made up of Japanese anime fans, who don colorful costumes that resemble the characters in animation films or manga comics. Cosplayers can mostly be seen on Sunday afternoons on the Harajuku Bridge next to the train station.
Tokyo is known for its high tech gadgets and the world of anime and manga. Akihabara is where fans of all three can get their fill. Whether it is the latest electronic gadgets, new anime toys or manga titles, you can find them all there. Together with the other three areas mentioned above, it is little wonder that Tokyo continues to fascinate and delight tourists who make the trip there. - 16492
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