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A millennium ago so the legend goes, the Hirokuma brothers found the statue of Kannon (the Bodhisattva of Mercy - the deity alleged to have great powers in purifying people and granting them true happiness) in their fishing net... more
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A popular place to kill an hour or so of free time in the Ginza, the Sony Building, open since 1966, offers five floors of showrooms and amusements, as well as restaurants and shops. The latest in Sony video and digital... more
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Mic & Cal said
… the SONY building gawping at all the latest gadgets and super sized HD TV’s. We caught a train to SHIBUYA… continue reading »
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These well-maintained condominiums are just 200 yards from the Silver Bullet Gondola, and there's a free shuttle to take you to the mountain village, downtown, or shopping. The individually owned and decorated units have... more
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Standing on top of Ueno Hill and opened in 1873, Tokyo's first public park houses several world-class museums, a popular zoo, shrines, temples, a rental boat lake, historical monuments, hundreds of cherry blossom trees, and a l... more
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f1chick said
…. We went into the Sony shop which was massive. Next we went to Ueno Park.It was lovely. All… continue reading »
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This is Tokyo's most venerable Shinto shrine, opened in 1920 in honor of Emperor and Empress Meiji, who were instrumental in opening Japan to the outside world more than 120 years ago. Japan's two largest torii (the trad... more
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katieviventi said
… visited Meiji Jingu Shrine which was amazing because it was not only beautiful but also such a peaceful… continue reading »
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If you have time for only one souvenir shop in Tokyo, this should be it. This is the city's best-known and largest souvenir/crafts store, selling products at reasonable prices and offering four floors of souvenir and gif... more
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babeck said
… destination earlier than planned. The Oriental Bazaar was a great spot to pick up a few gifts to take home… continue reading »
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Formerly the private estate of a feudal lord and then of the Imperial family, this is considered one of the most important parks of the Meiji Era. It's wonderful for strolling because of the variety of its planted garden... more
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LShiz said
… the Shinjuku Gyoen (Garden), my last chance to view sakura. Tokyo's sakura started blooming almost a week… continue reading »
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The museum offers an overview of Japanese crafts, many executed by famous artisans. The contemporary world of Japanese handicrafts is thriving as can be seen by viewing the collection which covers lacquer, metal and glass work,... more
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Set against sandstone cliffs at the very tip of the Baja Peninsula, the Solmar is beloved by those seeking seclusion, comfort, and easy access to Cabo's diversions. The suites are in two-story white stucco buildings alon... more
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Convey Family said
… fish in the pools. We then went to the Opry Mills Mall. Last minute bargains and taking… continue reading »
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The Tokyo National Museum displays sculptures, paintings, calligraphical and archaeological objects, and other decorative arts. Broadly divided into Japanese, Chinese and Korean forms, the museum's collections are nothing but a... more
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SEV said
….On Sunday, we had just enough time to see one thing and Gregg let me pick and I picked Tokyo National Museum… continue reading »
Chiba Travel Experiences
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Touchdown in Tokyo!
Me and Caro arrived in Tokyo at 4.30pm Sunday July 9 after a superb flight from Auckland flying Air NZ. Love the new upgraded p... Continue reading »
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Fashion in Japan
While we were in Tokyo we kept an eye our for the fashions out there. It was so different than home. The northwest is comfy c... Continue reading »
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Tokyo, Tokyo
Even when set against its Asian peers, Tokyo stands out, and stands pretty tall... and wide.During the numerous transfers en route by JR... Continue reading »
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Tokyo Disney Sea
Tokyo Disney Sea (you read that right) is Tokyo Disney Land's younger brother, currently celebrating its 5th birthday, and our destinatio... Continue reading »
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The Vertical City
Been to New York City? Los Angeles? I hope so, because using them is the only way in which I can properly describe my first i... Continue reading »
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