Description Mito Mitsukuni, famous for “Mito Komon,” maintained the garden and created rice fields and a semicircular bridge. It is said that rice fields are created to remember the hardships of farmers. Compared to other Japanese gardens, the autumn leaves are richer, and the samurai-style exterior wall tiles are also distinctive. Reviews by situation “Relaxing […]
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[024]Omoide Alley (Omoide Yokocho)
Description This will be an area with a high concentration of small-scale izakayas, set meal restaurants, soba restaurants, etc. There are chain stores near the entrance, but as you go deeper, you’ll find unique independent stores. Reviews by situation “Relaxing alone” Recommendation score: /10 This small area is packed with restaurants such as izakayas and […]
[023]Shinjuku Golden Bar District (Shinjuku Golden-Gai)
Description There are about 100 small bars clustered together, and although each bar is different in type, it is popular for its friendly customer service. Rather than staying in one store for too long, it is said to be a popular way to have fun by visiting multiple stores. Reviews by situation “Relaxing alone” Recommendation […]
[022]Tsukiji Outer Market (Tsukiji Jo-gai Shijo)
Description Restaurants and grocery stores that were originally located outside Tsukiji Market are still open after the market relocation. Many stores open early in the morning and close around 2:00 p.m., so be careful. In recent years, the number of stores catering to tourists has increased, and prices may be set much higher than the […]
[021]Kappabashi Shopping Street (Kappabashi Dougu-gai)
Description They sell not only knives and tableware, but also equipment necessary for the restaurant industry, such as signs and food samples. They sell not only Japanese food utensils, but also Western and Chinese food utensils. It takes a lot of time to visit each house one by one. Reviews by situation “Relaxing alone” Recommendation […]
[020]Rikugi-en Garden
Description This is the most famous Japanese garden (a garden with stones and plants arranged around a pond) in Tokyo. The central pond is a place for birds to rest their wings, and at the central teahouse you can enjoy matcha while looking at it. For a limited time, you can also enjoy the park […]
[019]Zojo-ji Temple
Description Located at the foot of Tokyo Tower, the large vermilion-painted main gate (Sangedatsumon) is a landmark. There is also a large gate a little south of Zojo-ji Temple, which was the main gate used previously and is called Daimon. This is the origin of Daimon Station. The inside of the main hall (dai-den) is […]
[018]Kabuki-za Theater
Description This is a theater dedicated to Kabuki that was built in the Edo period about 150 years ago. The main entrance has a unique decoration that attracts the attention of passersby. There are free spaces in the basement and upper floors where exhibits on the history of Kabuki and souvenirs are sold. Reviews by […]
[016]Yasukuni Shrine (Yasukuni jinja)
Description It was built in 1868 as a shrine to honor those who died for the country. The shrine has many visitors due to its popularity, but it is also famous for the stalls and cherry blossoms along the approach. The attached Yushukan introduces the history of Japan’s upbringing and wars. Reviews by situation “Relaxing […]
[015]Imperial Palace (Koukyo)
Description During the Edo period, Edo Castle was where successive shoguns lived, and it was only about 160 years ago that members of the imperial family began living here. You can freely tour the outer perimeter, but you will only be able to see the moat and turrets. To see the interior, you must join […]