Sightseeing in Tokyo - what to see. Complete travel guide

Tokyo Imperial Palace It is impossible to describe Tokyo in a few words. The capital of Japan is huge and multifaceted. On the one hand, this city is the embodiment of ancient Japanese traditions, and on the other this is a super modern business metropolis. Tokyo has grown from a small fishing village named Edo. Only several attractions from the shogun times remind of the old city. For a long time shoguns were the absolute rulers of Japan. One can feel the atmosphere of the old Tokyo in numerous palaces, temples and shrines. Fans of art and culture will be surely interested in visiting numerous magnificent museums , including, for example, the National Museum , which exhibits the largest collection of Oriental art in the world.
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Japanese culture is very different from Western culture. It is multifaceted and often highly original, just like the nightlife of Tokyo, where everyone can find something to fit his/her taste - from trendy cafes and restaurants 25 to extravagant strip bars and discos . Tokyo is also internationally famous as a paradise for shoppers . In this metropolis you can buy literally everything, from the latest technological innovations to Japanese souvenirs or fashionable clothes. Tokyo can also be proud of its culinary establishments. It is nearly impossible to find a person who has never heard of the famous sushi or sashimi. However, Japanese cuisine is very diverse, and Tokyo is a great place where you can explore this culinary direction.
Sensoji Temple
Sensoji Temple in the oldest quarter of Tokyo, Asakusa, was built in 628 AD in order to store the gold statue of the bodhisattva goddess Kannon (the Goddess of Mercy). This is one of the most respected Buddhist temples. For centuries it has drawn the attention of numerous pilgrims and tourists from all over the world. Numerous believers do not even care that the temple and its five-story pagoda are just concrete copies of the original temple. It is believed that the smoke that rises from large aroma lamps set before the temple has a healing power. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
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The impressive Kaminarimon Gates (the gates of thunder) are known for their huge red paper lanterns and scary statues of the guard. The path to the temple is dotted with small shops selling traditional sweets and souvenirs. During the Edo period the center of the city (Shitamachi) was located here, and so streets, shops and restaurants, located around the church, have retained the atmosphere of the old times. Every year, on the third weekend of May Asakusa hosts huge Sanja Festival. During this event hundreds of Mikoshi (portable Shinto shrines) are brought along the streets of the district, accompanied by a noisy and crowded festive procession.
Robuchons restaurant - Tokyo Meiji Temple
Meiji Shinto Temple is one of the best examples of the architecture of Shinto religion in Japan. The temple is located in the middle of a dark forest, an unexpected oasis of wild nature in the central part of the city. In order to reach the temple, visitors must pass a huge wooden tower and continue their walk in a wide pebbled path. Completed in 1920, the temple was built in honor of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken - during their reign Japan became a modern country, open to the world. On weekends, the territory of the temple is often occupied by traditional wedding processions. The temple also has a beautiful iris garden that is particularly beautiful in June, when irises bloom.
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The Imperial Palace
The Imperial Palace was built in 1590 during the reign of Ieyasu, the first shogun from the Tokugawa dynasty. For centuries, the palace was growing, steadily becoming the biggest palace in the world. The inner courtyard of the palace is open to the public only two days a year - on January 2, the New Year day, and on December 23, the birthday of the Emperor. Do not forget to pay attention to Nijibashi, a double stone arch bridge, which once was the main entrance to the palace. During the Second World War, the palace was destroyed, but later, in 1968, it was rebuilt. The walls and moats that remained from the Edo castle of the Tokugawa shogun period were integrated into the design of the present palace. Currently, the royal family still lives in the western part of the palace.
St. Marys Cathedral, Tokyo The East Garden of the Imperial Palace is the location of an old castle of the Edo period. Many years ago the castle belonged to shoguns. Nowadays, this is the only part of the Imperial Palace that is open to public. Otemon Gates serve as the entrance to the beautiful, gently laid out garden. Centuries ago these gates were the entrance to the castle. The garden, which is partially surrounded by the former moat, is the place where inner walls and gatehouses of the castle are located. Besides this, the territory of the garden is home to a tea house, a pond and a waterfall.
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Rainbow Town
Rainbow Town is situated on a group of artificial islands in the Tokyo Bay. The islands are also known as Odaiba . This place is often called Tokyo coast of the XXI century. This group of islands is the main point for numerous futuristic building plans. Currently, they are the location of various office complexes, parks and attractions for tourists. The architecture of Odaiba can amaze simply anyone. Fuji Television Center designed by Kenzu Tange, shopping and restaurant complex Decks Tokyo Beach, and Tokyo International Exhibition Center (Tokyo Big Sight) have become the new symbols of Tokyo. One should come to Odaiba at least to enjoy a fantastic view that opens from the fully automated monorail that leads to the island.
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Reference information
Map of all shopping areas
Shopping streets in Tokyo
♥   Shopping area ' Yūrakuchō' Tokyo, 0.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Shopping area ' Ginza' Tokyo, 1.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Shopping area ' Nihonbashi' Tokyo, 1.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Shopping area ' Roppongi' Tokyo, 2.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Shopping area ' Aoyama' Tokyo, 3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all castles
Survived castles around Tokyo
♥   Castle 'Edo Castle' Tokyo, 1.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Minato Castle' Akita, 1.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Shakujii castle' Nerima, 15.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Kawagoe Castle' Kawagoe, 36.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Sakura Castle' Sakura, 41.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all parks
National and city parks around Tokyo
♥   Prefectural Natural Park 'Koto' , 6.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Prefectural Natural Park 'Ota' , 10.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Prefectural Natural Park 'Kitayama' , 28.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Prefectural Natural Park 'Okitsu' , 31.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Prefectural Natural Park 'Sayama' , 32.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Tokyo and around
♥   Art museum 'Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum' Tokyo, 0.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'Museum of the Imperial Collections' Tokyo, 1.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'Bridgestone Museum of Art' Tokyo, 1.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'National Museum of Modern Art' Tokyo, 1.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Art museum 'New Otani Art Museum' Tokyo, 1.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo

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Shigeru Ban House

From the series “Extravagant houses and apartments of designers”
The original Terragini’s chairs are placed in the rooms. There is an antique leather sofa in one of the rooms. This is a reminder of the traditions of the past years. Perhaps one of the most unusual interior items can be called figurines. These are exact copies of Cycladic idols. There is plenty of natural light in the architect's spacious apartment. The space of the rooms is conveniently divided by decorative partitions. Floor-to-ceiling windows are installed in the rooms. It is convenient to admire the plantings of trees from them. … Read further

House with Slide

From the series “The Most Bizarre and Fancy Living Houses”
The house was finished in 2009, the overall living area is more than 163 square meters. Apart from the slide and the games room, the house has a lot of other interesting design elements. The large windows on the walls and the roof, the glass elements on the floor, the various mirror screens and the modern accessories make the atmosphere unique. This wonderful house is perfect not only for the fun games, but also for the study. Inside is the large bright library furnished. … Read further

Park Hyatt Tokyo Pool

From the series “The Most Amazing Swimming Pools in the World”
Around the pool there are comfortable lounge areas with cushioned loungers, where guests can comfortably relax during the whole day, enjoying signature drinks and treats. It is also worth noting that the swimming pool, which is located in the Tokyo Hotel, is a part of the elite spa, so guests of the hotel will have the opportunity to combine a visit to the pool with the passing of elite spa treatments. … Read further

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