Category Archives: Tokyo

Top 10 Places to View Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo:

Posted on March 3, 2012 by

In Tokyo there are numerous picturesque Japanese style gardens and parks that are sufficiently stunning all on their own, however when you cover these with attractive pink cherry blossoms it takes it to a whole new level. In the spring … Continue reading →

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First Tuna Auction of 2012 at Tsukiji Fish Market – Sets Record Price for Bluefin

Posted on January 5, 2012 by

The first auction of the New Year brings a new record price for Tuna, A 269-kilogram bluefin tuna was sold for a record 56.49 million yen, or 210,000 yen per kg, at the first auction of the year at the … Continue reading →

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Japan Beautiful Autumn Spots

Posted on October 23, 2011 by

Autumn is a excellent season to visit Japan with the surrounding mountains slowing changing color to a beautiful autumn Orange and Red! The phenomenon that the leaves of deciduous trees and shrubs take on red hue all at once is … Continue reading →

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10,000 foreigners will be given free round-trip tickets to Japan next Year!

Posted on October 17, 2011 by

In an effort to boost tourism to Japan, 10,000 foreigners will be given free round-trip tickets to the country in the next fiscal year as part of a campaign to reverse the plunge in tourists since the March 11 disasters … Continue reading →

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Okinawa (Japan’s Tropical Island Resort)

Posted on October 3, 2011 by

Located approximately 1,600 km south of Tokyo, Okinawa is Japan’s southernmost island prefecture: Okinawa’s climate is subtropical, (Oceanic swimming until November) the seas surrounding Okinawa’s islands are considered among the worlds most gorgeous with coral reefs, emerald beaches and abundant … Continue reading →

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Summer Mt. Fuji and Onsen Tour

Posted on July 30, 2011 by

Special Summer Day Tour (Mt. Fuji and Onsen) A Rare Opportunity to Experience a real traditional onsen (Hot Spring) while enjoying the beautiful Mt. Fuji scenery. This special summer only tour includes visiting Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station (the highest point … Continue reading →

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13 Sights That Make Tokyo so Fascinating:

Posted on July 6, 2011 by

1. The Salaryman He was the ultimate symbol of the country’s robust economy during the bubble era, but lately he’s become something more of a weary corporate drone — perhaps an apt representative of the state of the Japanese economy … Continue reading →

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10 Great Free Attractions in Tokyo

Posted on June 20, 2011 by

10 Great Free Attractions in Tokyo that your travel agent wont tell you about! 1) Zen Training at the Toshoji International Zen Center Try a free session of Gyoten-Zazen (meditation), with a 5 a.m. start at the Toshoji International Zen … Continue reading →

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10 Reasons to Visit Japan This Summer!

Posted on June 9, 2011 by

The FCO has said it is safe to travel to Tokyo and beyond in Japan since 5th April, visitors to Japan have dropped by around 50%. With the full reopening of the Tohoku bullet train line on 29 April, the … Continue reading →

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There are more than a few ways to Climb Mt. Fuji!

Posted on May 26, 2011 by

Other Hiking Routes: There are actually five different routes you can take to reach the summit of Mt. Fuji, (Kawaguchi, Subashiri, Gotemba, Fujinomiya and the Yoshida routes). The Yoshida and Subashiri trials actually connect with the Kawaguchi trail, the Yoshida … Continue reading →

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