Tokyo
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Day trip from Tokyo to Mt. Takao
A nice easy day trip out of Tokyo leads to the 599 meter high Mt. Takao (高尾山). For over a thousand years Mt. Takao has been regarded as a sacred mountain. A pilgrim trail takes you from the base station… Continue reading
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Cherry blossom viewing in and around Tokyo
In Japan, early spring is almost synonym for cherry blossom season. The delicately beautiful pink and white blossoms of the cherry are called sakura in Japanese. In this period of the year on television, the cherry blossom forecast draws as… Continue reading
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Hama Rikyu Gardens : Oasis of Green and Flowers in Tokyo
The Hama Rikyu (浜離宮) garden is a large beautiful park within walking distance of JR Shimbashi station in central Tokyo. It is one of the best examples of an Edo era feudal lord’s garden. Long History Located at the ocean… 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 Mt Takao
A nice easy day trip out of Tokyo leads to Mt Takao (599 m). Mt Takao ( 高尾山 ) has been regarded as a sacred mountain for over a thousand years. A pilgrim trail takes you from the base station… Continue reading
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