Omotesando

Want to enjoy the feeling of affluence in Japan? Omotesando is an area in Tokyo where you can find nice cafes and delicious restaurants. There are many brand name boutiques as well; and the area is famous for having many rich people around.

Tokyo Tenbodai

Take a look at Tokyo from the above!

Haneda Airport Big Bird Observation Deck


It is located on both terminals of the Haneda Airport. For terminal 1, it is located on the 6th floor and as for terminal 2; it is located on the 5th floor. You can observe both from inside and outside, and from the outside you can see the airplane flying above their head from the open terrace located outside. They also have a play area for kids at terminal 1 and at terminal 2 you can view the whole panoramic view of the Tokyo bay area. It opens at 6AM and it closes at 10PM and the fee is free.

When Tokyo Lights Up…

Tis’ the season to be jolly, and tis’ the season Tokyo starts to become filled with glimmering lights of illumination. Tokyo bustles with holiday illuminations during Christmas season. Many of these illuminations start to light around this time of the year, until as late as Valentine’s Day.
Here are some of the beautiful seasonal lightings around Tokyo:


Shiodome:
Instead of the red and green lights, Caretta Shiodome centers on the theme of “ocean” for the holiday lighting. Splendid fields of blue illuminations will surround you and amaze you this winter.
Displayed from: Dec. 1 – 25, 2009

Two-Wheeling Tokyo!

One of the most representative symbols of Tokyo is the intricate train and subway transportation system. Clean, efficient, and nearly always on time, the system is widely dubbed as the "heartbeat of Tokyo," and is also globally renowned for keeping the city running.

But recently, more people are beginning to rely less on trains as bicycles steadily gain popularity. Whether trying to escape the sardine-packed rush hour trains, or aiming to be more "eco-friendly," or seeking to trim up waistlines before summer, road, hybrid and mountain bikes have now become a common sight in the bustling streets of Tokyo.

This trend is also catching on in the tourism industry, as tourists and residents alike now have a variety of rental bicycle companies that offer daily or weekly bike rentals. Prices range from 900yen/day (http://www.tokyorentabike.com/) to 4,000yen/day (http://www.coolbike.jp/index.php/ems_en.html) with different services included.

As for destinations, popular areas include cycling around Odaiba, Asakusa, Roppongi, or the around the Imperial Palace or Hibiya area. But if you're looking to ride outside the concrete jungle of Tokyo but still stay within the city, your natural choices would be the city's many parks and major rivers. One such place is Inogashira Park, quietly tucked away in the Mitaka suburb. Biking here also provides an alternative way to reach the fantastical Ghibli Museum, as I've previously introduced here (link to previous post).

For less sightseeing and more hardcore biking, I recommend cruising along the city's several major rivers such as Tama River, Arakawa River, and Sumida River. Lined with biking and jogging paths, the rivers offer courses for even the most seasoned cyclist to bike for hours on end, and it's nearly impossible to get lost. For example, Tama River stretches for 138 km (about 86 miles), originating at Yamanashi Prefecture and ending at Tokyo Bay. Tama River also forms a natural borderline between Tokyo and Kanagawa along the way, so feel free to take a detour in the neighboring prefecture while you're at it!

The most beautiful part about biking in Tokyo is the freedom to explore and ride as far as you'd like. I know I'll be out there shaping up my beach body, so hopefully I'll see you on the road!

Tokyo Daijingu - Love Luck in Japan! [Pray]

Looking for some romance? Want to ask the gods of Japan for help and support in your love life? If you do, then there is only one place to go - Tokyo Daijingu! This popular shrine in Japan is famous for making your love life work out just the way you want it to.

Tokyo Daijingu first came to Tokyo in the Edo period. The Meiji Emperor wanted a satellite shrine of Mie Prefecture's Ise Shrine in Tokyo, so he had one built in Hibiya. Later, Tokyo Daijingu moved to where it is now – Iidabashi - after the Great Kanto Earthquake in 1923. Ever since then, it has been a famous shrine in the urban Tokyo.

Tokyo Daijingu is also the birthplace of Shinto-style weddings. The first Shinto-style wedding was held by the emperor in 1901 (before then, weddings were normally held at homes). Since that event, having weddings at a shrine has become a popular custom that is still continued today. If you are lucky, you may be able to see a wedding on the day you visit the shrine! The elegance of the wedding at Tokyo Daijingu is very unique, so it is an occasion to behold.

What I also recommend that you do at Tokyo Daijingu is to buy an Omamori (good-luck amulet). They can be purchased at the shrine and are very popular among young people (especially women) in Japan. There are types that can be worn on to your mobile phone or placed in your wallet, so you can take your luck around everywhere you go. If you do so, you may find your destined soul mate right away! Even if you already have a partner, there are also Omamoris for couples, so wearing them may be certain to make your love last forever!

Visit Tokyo Daijingu! I truly hope your love life will go well!

Street fashion in Tokyo

The fastest way to find out the characteristic of the town or area you are at in Tokyo is to look at the fashion of the people walking around. Today I'd like to discuss about the style in different areas of Tokyo.

Harajuku
The term Harajuku has been popularized by a pop queen in America while the image of these girls has grown too. The fashion of Harajuku girls is a bit different today, but their fashion is centered on being "kawaii" (cute). Pink, yellow, light green, and lollipop colors are used in many clothes, and their hair is almost always dyed.
Check it out

Shibuya
Girls in Shibuya are known for their tans and the colorful clothes often seen in clubs. They wear more make-up than girls in other areas and "having an attitude" is one of their things too. They dress up like girls from clubs and from R&B music videos.
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Omotesando
Omotesando is known for its expensive brands and stores; and many celebrities are usually seen shopping here. It is known to be like the Rodeo Drive of Tokyo. Here, many girls dress up like Hollywood celebrities and wear famous international brands.
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Daikanyama
Girls seen in this area dresses up in casual yet fashionable style. The style is more European and the colors used in the clothing are not so bright. They use more monotone colors.
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Ginza
Not many 'girls' are seen in this area. It is more known for the rich 'ladies & gentlemen' of Japan. They wear famous international brands like the girls in Omotesando, but the average age of women shopping here is older, most women are closer to their 30s and 40s.
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Shimo Kitazawa
Shimo-Kitazawa is known for punk and rock bands. Therefore, many people dress up with a bit of rock taste; and many people have highlighted hairs or dyed hair. The amount of the make-up put on is usually some to none. The whole concept of the style is very similar to Harajuku girls yet they have less make-up and have an essence of punk mixed into their style.
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Asakusa

Asakusa is one of the most popular places for tourists visiting Japan and is surely a must-go! You can see and experience artifacts in this temple town which flourished during the Edo period.

Kaminarimon
Kaminarimon is the gate standing before the Sensoji Temple with a huge red lantern hanging in the middle. Kaminari means "thunder" in Japanese and mon means "gate." The gate was built by Taira-no-Kinmasa in 942. On both side of the lantern are two statues inside, called Fu-jin and Raijin, a God of wind (Fu-jin) and a God of thunder (Raijin). The lantern itself is about 4 meters tall and weighs about 670 kg.

Nakamise Dori
Nakamise Dori is the street leading to the Sensoji Temple from the gate. It was first formed in 1685 and the street is about 250 meters long, starting from the Kaminarimon to Hozomon. It has about 90 stores lined up, selling teas, crafts, foods and kimonos and of course various souvenirs. Since the street is narrow it is usually crowded with so many people either from Japan or outside Japan.

Sensoji Temple
Sensoji Temple is one of the oldest temples from the Edo period. Over the centuries since then, it has attracted many people, and became the center of the entertainment and commercial industry.
Due to its longevity, Sensoji Temple has been hit by earthquakes more than ten times throughout its life and is constantly being rebuilt. During the air raids of Tokyo in 1945, the entire temple was burned down. More recently, it was rebuilt in 1958.
When entering Sensoji, you will see a bronze pot where tons of incense is being burned. The smoke is said to possess divine power and to give good luck to people. Many visitors try to cover themselves with as much smoke as possible to banish any bad luck and bad health.

Jinrikisha (Rickshaw)
When you get off at Asakusa station, you may see guys wearing black tights and white tabi (Japanese socks) waiting by a carriage. These are the jinrikisha, a service where they pull you in the carriage around Asakusa and tell you historical stories while you ride. It might be a little pricey at 13000 JPY a ride, but is an experience you could only get in Japan and is definitely worth it.

Stroll around the Nakamise Dori, take a ride on rickshaw, seeing Japan through Asakusa is another way to enjoy one of your stay in Japan.

NIHONBASHI

Nihonbashi, located just north of Ginza is another place where you can enjoy the history of Japan. 

It is mixed with both the early age of Japan and the modernized Japan in every scene. And I believe that exotic atmosphere is produced by the buildings surrounding the area, around the bridge.

The first bridge was wooden and was completed in 1603. It was rebuilt into a concrete bridge in 1911, which is the bridge seen today. It makes it easy to reach Akihabara, Otemachi, Yaesu and Ginza from this part of the city.

During the Edo period, Nihonbashi was Tokyo's important market place. The Mitsui family established the entire sales market during this time and became the famous Mitsukoshi department store known today. From then on the markets grew in Nihonbashi. One example is the Tsukiji fish market which started in this area. Since then Nihonbashi is one of Tokyo's big business district.

You could see Mt. Fuji from Nihonbashi until 1964 when an express way was built for the Tokyo Summer Olympics. To regain this view, the local community petitioned to move the expressway elsewhere. However, the petition was opposed by the former Governor of Tokyo because of its estimated price, JPY500 billion.

Crossing the bridge itself is a must-do of Nihonbashi, but there is the must-see of Nihonbashi too. Mitsukoshi department, and COREDO Nihonbashi. They are the two major buildings built in Nihonbashi which come in contrast.

Mitsukoshi has long years of background, and history in its appearance. Where, COREDO is a newly placed building, built in 2004, with nothing but modern all over its appearance.

Despite its difference in their appearance, they both have a point in common, magnificence.

In Mitsukoshi, you can enjoy the magnificence of the building and its kimono sales section occupying the 4th floor. Nihonbashi has been known for its kimono business since 1673 and Mitsukoshi has been the first department store since 1903.

In COREDO, you can enjoy the magnificently modernized design of the glass glazed building and its Michelin starred restaurant on the special floor only for this restaurant, ANNEX floor.

Another place where you can visit to enjoy the old and new of Nihonbashi is, the Bank of Japan and Mitsui Tower Nihonbashi. Most of these buildings are built in the early 1900s so you can enjoy the outstanding history of the architecture.

Check out the hotels around this area.

KABUKIZA - GINZA, TOKYO

When you walk through Chuo Street in Ginza you see many world renowned fashion brands lined up along the street. In between these modern buildings stands an old temple like building showing off the history and culture of Japan just by being there. This is Kabukiza, a Kabuki theater located in Ginza.

Kabukiza has been renovated many times since its opening in 1889 and is an existing example of Meiji-era architecture. Since its opening, Kabukiza has been the Broadway of Tokyo, a place where entertainment was sold.

The first renovation was in 1921 when a great fire occurred. The next one was from 1923 to 1924 when the great Kanto earthquake struck which lead the Kabukiza to be rebuilt. And then, another renovation was in 1945 when it was bombed in World War II. It took five years to renovate over and since its last renovation it has been standing then.

Kabukiza has announced a plan to renovate again from 2010 October through March of 2013. This time, it was pronounced to be refurbished into a modern style Japanese castle with a 150m high, 29 floored contemporary building attached to it.

Personally, I am not happy with all the modernizations of ancient buildings. These places should be treasured since these are the places where history was made.

Because of the renovation, the Kabukiza is performing the Sayonara-koen. This will be the last time to enjoy your trip to the historical Kabukiza that has been around since the 1950s. So before it is torn down and renovated into something very modern, have a trip there just to take pictures.

109 - Marukyu (One-Oh-Nine)

Want to know what the latest trend among stylish young girls in Japan is? Then visiting the "SHIBUYA109" building (Marukyu) will surely let you know!

Walk towards the Dogenzaka intersection from Shibuya station for about 5 minutes and you will see a tall cylindrical building standing tall in the center of a Y-shaped road. Built in 1979, the SHIBUYA 109 is a popular and symbolic shopping mall in Shibuya. SHIBUYA 109 used to be a building with kimono fabric stores and Japanese food - it sure was not the kind of place where young people go to like they do today. It was not until the year 1995 - when an underwear shop named Peach John opened - that SHIBUYA 109 gradually became popular among young people. 

Soon, more and more outfit shops targeting young girls opened in the building. Simple meals can be enjoyed at the top floors as well. Now, SHIBUYA 109 houses approximately 120 stores and is the place from which girls fashion culture is transmitted from to every corner of Japan.

There are several reasons told why this building is called 109. 1. Because the Tokyu Malls Development (TMD) owns the building. In Japanese, 10 is pronounced "To" (similar to "toe") and 9 is pronounced "Kyu". 2. Because the stores are open from 10AM to 9PM. 3. Because there are 109 shops.

Why don't you enjoy the fashion trends of young Japanese girls? Stores are open from 10AM to 9PM. And don't forget - 109s are located in Machida (Tokyo), Korinbo (Ishikawa Prefecture), and Shizuoka (Shizuoka Prefecture) as well!

Ghibli Museum Mitaka

"My Neighbor Totoro", "Howl's Moving Castle", "Spirited Away", "Kiki's Delivery Service"...Have you ever heard of them? They are movies that give you wonder and fulfillment made by the famous film creator Hayao Miyazaki. For years, he has created fantastic animated movies that entertain both children and adults; and his creativity is highly respected worldwide. In Mitaka (Tokyo), there is an art museum called the "Ghibli Museum Mitaka". It is a fabulous place where you can visit the worlds created by Japan's Ghibli Studios.

In the museum there are numerous exhibition rooms, galleries, a library, play areas for children, and gift shops selling items such as hand printed animation cells and wood engravings. One recommended spot in this museum is the "Nekobasu (Cat Bus)" on the second floor. This room has a gigantic stuffed doll of Nekobasu (A popular character from the movie "My Neighbor Totoro") for children to play in. Also, on the highest floor, there is a five-meter high robot army from the movie "Laputa: Castle in the Sky". This place is surely an irresistible dream-like world for Ghibli fans worldwide. In every room you enter, a new world spreads before you and will not allow you to stop smiling.

To enter the Ghibli museum, tickets (with an appointed time and date of entrance) must be purchased in advance. Tickets can be purchased at a nearby Lawson (Convenience Store). Admission is 1000 JPY for adults and university students, 700 JPY for high school and middle school students, 400 JPY for elementary school children, and 100 JPY for children over 4 years of age.

Hachiko in Shibuya

Ever wonder why there is a statue of a dog right outside of Shibuya station?

This dog is named Hachiko. Taken care of by a professor named Eizaburo Ueno from 1924, he was a lovable and gentle Akita dog. Hachiko would see Ueno off every day as he left for work and wait for him at Shibuya station when he returned. This relationship was observed by many people in Shibuya. Even after Ueno died in 1925, Hachiko waited all day and night in Shibuya for his master. This movie-like scene struck everyone, making the dog famous for his loyalty and devotion; and he was given the name Chuken Hachiko (Faithful dog Hachiko). In 1934, a statue honoring him was placed at Shibuya Station. Later in 1935, Hachiko was finally reunited with Ueno at age 13. The statue in Shibuya today is the second statue of Hachiko because the original statue was used in WWII to support the war effort. Today, this statue is the most notable and frequented meeting spot in Shibuya. The exit closest to the statue is even called the "Hachiko Exit". Next time you meet a friend in Shibuya, why not use the "Faithful dog Hachiko" as a meeting spot??

This wonderful story about Hachiko has now been made into film (Titled "Hachiko: A Dog's Story") starring Richard Gere as the professor, and will be in theaters this summer in Japan. It is a remake of a Japanese movie released in 1987.

Roppongi

Roppongi is an area in central Tokyo that is busy from day to night. Why?? That's because everything you want to keep yourself busy is there!

First of all, there is the famous Roppongi Hills. The beautiful 54 story building -mostly used as an office for world famous companies- stands tall in the center of the district. Making its debut in 2003, the Mori Tower also has an arena where small concerts are held and an observation deck on the highest floor. On a beautiful day, you can see Mt.Fuji from there! Near the building are a movie theater, the Roppongi Hills Residence (a residential building), a museum, and brand name stores.

During the day, this area is very busy and filled with business men and women in suits. However, at night it changes into a completely different place. Thousands of night clubs are there in Roppongi making it a lively nightspot for partiers of all ages. Because Roppongi is the home to numerous embassies and many companies with international affiliations, this area is also very famous for having many international people. Many musicians from overseas frequently visit Roppongi as well! As a result, most stores are comfortable helping international customers. If you become tired of being surrounded by so many Japanese, I recommend going to Roppongi! Go blow your stress away!

Lights, Camera, Action in Tokyo!

Many film creators around the world love the city Tokyo, with its face as an ancient historical place filled with temples and its face as the center of pop culture with the sky rocketing buildings. Because of this dual character, many movies have been filmed here in Tokyo, Japan.

When you think about it, there are too many films to be named. So I'm going to introduce a few films that were filmed recently and are my favorite.

Wasabi (2001)
A French film filmed by Gerard Krawczyk was starred in one of the famous actor in France, Jean Reno and famous actress in Japan, Ryoko Hirosue. The story centers on the yakuza (Japanese mafia) culture in Japan and the film is mainly taken place in Tokyo. Where Yumi (Ryoko) argues with Hubert (Jean) is taken place in Akihabara, the arcade where they play is located in Shibuya.

Kill Bill Vol.1 (2003)
The fourth film made by the Japan loving film creator Quentin Tarantino was filmed in Tokyo as well. The famous fighting scene in the restaurant between Uma Therman and Chiaki Kuriyama was not shot in Tokyo but the place was based as a restaurant in Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo called 'Gonpachi'.

Lost in Translation (2003)
Most of this film, filmed by Sofia Coppola starred by Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson took place in Tokyo. After its distribution in 2003, many travel agencies in Japan made a tour package where you can visit most of the place where the film was shot and to stay at the Park Hyatt Tokyo (shinjuku) where Bill Murray stayed. Other places taken place in this film was karaoke bar in Shibuya, bars of Nakameguro, and Park Tower Shinjuku.

Fast and Furious: Tokyo Drift (2006)
In this film by Justin Lin, part of the exciting car action scene was filmed in Shinjuku and Meguro. Although the main setting was Shibuya in this film, it was never actually filmed in Shibuya. It was mostly filmed in Los Angeles with the visuals of Shibuya added to the film later.

There are many more movies set in Tokyo yet to be introduced, and many that are still unknown to people. Next time when you stop by at any of these places, why don`t you take your time to snap a picture ? or maybe you can find more locations by watching these films over and over again.

Now enjoy Tokyo more!

Akihabara

Akihabara, also known as Akiba, is a district located in the central area of Tokyo. It is also known for its stores for electronics, manga, anime, and otaku goods.

The district is filled with Duty free shops and major electronic stores such as the Apple Store, Yodobashi Camera, and electronic shops for customers who don't have any knowledge of electronics. There are also stores which sell junk materials and secondhand computers and electronics for people who have the knowledge and skills to rebuild these electronics into something else.

Akihabara is well known for its electronics, but over the past few years it has gained popularities in other places and cultures aside from electronics. Now there are stores like Ani-tora that sell only old manga and anime figurines. For fans of these anime, a special type of cafe was started in Akihabara, known as a cos-play café.

One type of cos-play cafe is the maid-kissa or maid café. It is a cafe where girls serve you dressed up like the French maid of an anime or manga. Many enjoy the feeling they get as if they were in an anime world.

Akihabara has been growing to produce more places of interest for tourists over recent years, and has been acknowledged by many as a place to go in Japan. Stop by if you have problem with your computer or just want to experience the anime world!

Odaiba

Have you ever heard of or been to Odaiba? It is an area at the westernmost tip of Tokyo Prefecture. Unlike other areas of Tokyo, it is very unique in that it used to be an open ocean. In other words, Odaiba is an artificially created landfill site that has made drastic changes to its appearance over a long period of time.

History: Before being filled, Odaiba was first used as a gun battery during the Edo Period (1603-1868) to protect Japan from foreign attacks and invasions by ship. In 1853, when Commodore Perry arrived, Japan created gun batteries named Odaiba as an emergency method of protection. Although the gun battery was never used, weapons were said to be kept in those areas.

Odaiba became as it is today when a plan to vitalize the sub-centers of Tokyo was put into place during the 1980s. The area was rapidly filled, and Odaiba soon became an area of land where nature is combined with modernism. Now, shopping malls and residential districts exist in the area. Odaiba is linked to mainland Tokyo by the Rainbow Bridge, a 798 meter long bridge that opened in 1993 and is essential for getting to and from Odaiba.

Odaiba today: In modern day Japan, Odaiba is a place for entertainment. Especially due to the romantic and fulfilling atmosphere it creates, Odaiba is popular among young couples that enjoy dating. Here are some of the recommended areas of Odaiba.

Fuji TV: This is the corporate building for Fuji Television. The building's unique appearance with a large spherical object in the middle is very famous and has now become one of the most notable landmarks in Odaiba. You can enjoy visiting sets and viewing props once used on television. From the globe at the top of the building, you can enjoy a beautiful view of Tokyo, though fees are required.

Statue of Liberty: In the late 1990s, the Statue of Liberty was brought to Japan for a month. Because this event was so popular among people in Japan, the French government allowed the Japanese to create a replica in bronze. Thus, the Statue of Liberty appears in Odaiba as it does now. It is also called the Daiba no Megami (Goddess of Odaiba).

AQUA CITY Odaiba: One of the largest shopping malls in Odaiba. With nearly 140 shops and restaurants, it is a great place to find the item or fashion you desire. Also, there is a movie theater inside so that you can spend your whole day in this wonderland for shopping-lovers!

Here, I have only mentioned three of the recommended places in Odaiba. Other than these, there is a beach, a giant Ferris wheel, the Museum of Maritime Science, Oedo-Onsen Monogatari (a hot springs theme park), parks filled with greenery, and many other theme parks and entertainment spots. There are many recommended hotels in Odaiba as well. So what are you waiting for? Grab a hotel and enjoy the excitement of Odaiba!

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Tokyo Tower

At 333m high, the glowing orange structure towering over Shiba Park is the tallest self-supporting building in the world and a major Tokyo landmark.

Tokyo Tower, opened on December 23, 1958 (building was completed on October 14th, 1958) has been celebrating the 50th anniversary of its opening. First built as a transmission tower for all the television broadcast in Tokyo, the tower is constructed of steel - a third of which was salvaged from 90 US tanks used in the Korean War. It takes about 28,000 liters of paint to cover the whole tower, which undergoes a makeover every five years.

Even as we change our outfits according to the seasons, Tokyo Tower does the same. Its lightings are changed to suit the seasons or for particular events. For example, Tokyo Tower was lit green for the premiere of "The Matrix: Reloaded" in 2003. More recently, the tower was illuminated with the Olympics logo to commemorate the 2016 games to take place in Japan.

Tokyo Tower has two observation decks inside. On a clear day, you may be able to see Mount Fuji from the 145m deck which grants you a 360 degree view of the whole Tokyo area. The second deck, located at 250m, requires an additional fee to visit. Also providing a 360 degree view but with most of its walls being made of glass, you can view Tokyo in the best possible way. There are also a few places where the observatory deck has a glass floor, so you can see what it is like right beneath your feet. Best seen during the day - and a bit scary at first - the view itself is both beautiful and unforgettable.

Since TV broadcasting is planned to be digital by 2011, and the New Tokyo Sky Tree is also planned for construction, it is being discussed whether or not to tear down Tokyo Tower or to continue to use it for radio wave transmissions. While still under discussion, visit soon to experience the best view of Tokyo from the best landmark in Tokyo, just in case it gets torn down.

Shinjuku

Shinjuku can definitely be said to be one of the most important areas in the extremely busy city of Tokyo.

When talking about Shinjuku, you can never avoid speaking about Shinjuku Station. Ranked by the Guinness Book of World Records as the busiest station in the world, it is used by 3,640,000 people daily. It is one of the terminal stations for many lines, and an important station for transporting people throughout Tokyo. The Odakyu Line, JR Chuo Line, JR Yamanote Line, and Saikyo Line are just some examples of the trains that run to and from Shinjuku Station. As you can see, this is a station only for the important lines in Tokyo. However, it is not a station for bullet trains.

Stepping out of Shinjuku Station is, without a doubt, interesting as well. Outside of the South Exit, you will first see Docomo Tower, the third tallest tower in Tokyo Prefecture (please be aware that there is no observatory). Shinjuku Takashimaya, one of the major department stores in Japan is also there as well. Step out of the West Exit, and you will see various electronics stores and numerous office buildings. This area is, compared to other areas of Shinjuku, mainly for businessmen. At the East Exit of Shinjuku, the famous Kabuki-cho district will appear. This area is famous for having many nightclubs and izakayas (Japanese drinking spots). At night, many people gather here to enjoy partying with their friends or colleagues. Thus, it can definitely be said that there is never a time when Shinjuku is not busy.

It is never an exaggeration to say that you can afford anything you want in Shinjuku. Why not experience the busyness of Tokyo?