The ancient, plant-based culinary tradition is getting more attention—and you can try it in Tokyo. Eating & DrinkingEditorialJapanese Culture And Tradition 18 Best Things To Do in Shibuya December 18th, 2024 | Selena Hoy Go say hi to Hachikō, then hunt for street art, check out the under...
This lighthouse inOmaezakidates from 1872, and is a well-known landmark on the coast west of Tokyo. Visitors can ascend the tower for a magnificent view of the Pacific Ocean. Strong winds from the sea have made Omaezaki into Japan’s favourite windsurfing destination, and the extensive beache...
It’s in a great location between Harajuku and Shibuya, meaning you can skip the big crowds of Shibuya Station and switch it for Harajuku if you wish. If you’re looking for where to stay in Tokyo on a budget, this is a great option. Having discovered another hotel I now prefer furthe...
There are a lot of small shops located everywhere in Tokyo where you can eat yakitori. Make sure you check how many locals are in there before entering, as it is a great indication on the quality of the place. I do not recommend Memory Lane (also called Piss Alley): here you will fi...
The prices for udon vary on the shop and vary according to the topping you have selected. Low-cost udon chains provide 1 bowl for about 300-600 yen. At udon specialty shops, it can range from 600-1000 yen. For luxury shops, it can even go up to 1000-2000 yen. ...
Hotel Metropolitan may not have hostel prices, but for a bit more than an average hostel, you can stay in total comfort here. Located in a tower across from Tokyo Station, the rooms here are on the smaller side but have bathtubs, bath products, flat-screen TVs, and free bottled water ...
where you can see yaezakura. Since the blooming of yaezakura isn’t as celebrated as that of the Somei-yoshino variety, don’t expect anything like festivals.Hanami partiesfor yaezakura aren’t common, either. But hey, they’re still cherry blossoms — so go for a stroll and admire them...
You can do grocery shopping early on New Year's Eve. Go to a proper supermarket instead of convenience stores where the choice will be limited. The day most places are closed is New Year's Day, other than shrines and temples. Some department stores are ...
His owner, Professor Eisaburo Uyeno and he were close friends that cannot be 4 right from the start. Each day Hachiko would go with his owner, a professor at the Imperial University, to Shibuya train station when he left for work. When he came back, the professor would always find the ...
The Financial District is, in essence, the home of Old Toronto, edging the grand Union Station and housing historical sights as well as modern wonders, like the gold-clad skyscraper of the Royal Bank Plaza. To the south, the 553 meters tall icon that is the CN Tower can be found. The...