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Tokyo Travel & Sightseeing Guide
January 11, 2008 |
A trip to Tokyo
Japan’s capital city is truly non-stop, inviting visitors to dive into this world of towering modern architecture, pulsating nightlife and serious shopping. This futuristic city still retains some of its more traditional charms, making it an attractive destination for all sorts of travellers.
Flights to Tokyo
International travellers will arrive at Narita International Airport. The journey between Narita Airport and Tokyo takes about 1 hour by the Narita Express train, while the Keisei Skyliner train, the Airport Limousine bus service, or taxis are also available. The express train is the fastest way to reach the city centre. Domestic flights may arrive at Haneda Airport, which is about 30 minutes away from Tokyo. Shuttle buses and taxi services are provided for transport to the city centre. If you are looking for a cheap flight to Tokyo try lastminute.com.
In Tokyo, the extremely efficient public transport system is your best bet. Taxis are widely available, but can be pricey. The busier districts are only accessible by foot.
Tokyo
Sightseeing in Tokyo
Built in 1888, the Imperial Palace is Tokyo’s main historical attraction. Visitors can explore the beautifully landscaped garden and visit the Yasukuni Shrine, which was built in memory of the Japanese soldiers killed in the Pacific War of WWII. The temples of Asakusa are also a popular attraction, with the Sensoji Temple being noteworthy as the oldest in the city. Pilgrims continue to visit this temple to this day.
The World Trade Center Building and the Tokyo Tower offer spectacular views of this sprawling metropolis. Worthwhile museums include the Edo-Tokyo Museum, which has a cultural history of Tokyo on display, and the enormous collection of Japanese art at the Tokyo National Museum. Ueno Park, also known as the Ueno Imperial Gift Park, has a wealth of attractions for visitors, with shrines, a concert hall, museums and a zoo.
Fun by night – eating drinking and partying
Lovers of sushi and Japanese cuisine will be overwhelmed by the sheer number of eateries in Tokyo. Fresh, delicious food is sold at every turn, but just about the freshest you can get is from the Tsukiji fish market, where newly caught fish are served up as sushi and sashimi.
The constant stream of people in Tokyo doesn’t lighten up at night, when the pubs and bars offer a cheerful way to kick off the night. Late-night partying is the norm here, with people leaving nightclubs in the wee hours of the morning just to head to the after party. Visitors can take their pick of entertainment, including shot bars, karaoke bars, piano bars, hostess clubs and sports bars.
Fun by day - shopping and activities
Shopping is an extremely popular activity in Tokyo, for visitors and locals alike. Hordes of wildly dressed teenagers hang out on the different shopping streets and at Harajuku and Shinjuku. High-tech gadgets are also widely available in stores, with attractively competitive prices.
Tokyo Disneyland, located right outside the city in Chiba, is an extremely popular destination. A train from the Tokyo city centre provides easy access to this massive amusement park.
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