Marc Popelier
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Kawagoe : back to the Edo period
Kawagoe (川越), also named Ko-Edo, is a nice town only 30 minutes away from Tokyo. If you want to experience how Tokyo may have looked like at the end of the Edo period then head for the cosy old city centre of this town.… Continue reading
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Nishiki market in Kyoto
Nishiki food market (錦市場商店街) is an amazing place for everyone that likes traditional Japanese food. In a 400 meter long covered street in the city centre of Kyoto (京都) more than 100 specialty shops sell some of the best food in… Continue reading
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Tokyo station
Tokyo station is more than 100 years old and with it’s magnificent red brick building one of the symbols of Tokyo. Per day the station has more than 500,000 travellers and there is a fair chance you will be one of… Continue reading
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Sakurajima Volcano
Sakurajima is one of the most active volcanos in the world and absolutely worth a visit. You will be offered stunning views of the Kagoshima bay, the South Chinese sea and last but not least the volcano itself. Sakurajima is located in… Continue reading
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Tokyo Skytree offers 360° city view
In no time the Skytree tower (634 meter) has become one of the most popular attractions in Tokyo. It is the tallest building in Japan and ranks in the top 5 tallest constructions in the world. The observation decks provide… Continue reading
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Day trip from Tokyo to Hakone
The area surrounding Hakone is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Japan and is situated about 90 minutes South West of Tokyo by train. You will find beautiful scenery, volcanic activity, remains of the old edo route, a gigantic crater lake,… Continue reading
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