Hotel Group Review: Mimaru
November 8, 2022
Review – Mimaru Hotel Group. Excellent choice for larger groups and/or those interested in an extended stay in Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto. … More Hotel Group Review: Mimaru
Category: Tokyo
Tokyo Minato Ward History & Culture Walk
March 25, 2019
Although at its best during cherry blossom season, this walk through Tokyo’s Minato Ward can be enjoyed at any time of year. It will take you to a number of important shrines and temples, a completely overlooked observatory, and a beautiful garden that few visit due to its proximity to a larger, more famous, neighbor. … More Tokyo Minato Ward History & Culture Walk
Walk for Locals: Kamiyacho Station to the Tokyo American Club
October 24, 2018
Updated April 2021. Kamiyacho is a small business district in central Tokyo’s Minato Ward. It is filled with government institutions and foreign companies. For anyone living or working in the area, here is a list of where to eat, and what to see, on a walk toward the Tokyo American Club (TAC). Within a minute’s … More Walk for Locals: Kamiyacho Station to the Tokyo American Club
Azelea Viewing in Tokyo & its surroundings
April 15, 2018
There are many places in the Tokyo area where one can view azeleas (つつじ, tsutsuji) in bloom. The flowers are usually at their most beautiful in mid-April to mid-May; and at higher elevations, into early June. Below is a list of some of the best locations to see them. CENTRAL TOKYO 1). Nezu Shrine, Bunkyo … More Azelea Viewing in Tokyo & its surroundings
‘Meguro’s Best’ – Cherry Blossom River Walk & (Much) More
March 22, 2018
Cherry blossom viewing is especially popular along the Meguro River. Most people don’t realize, however, that there are many interesting sightseeing spots to visit along, or near, the route – the Meguro Sky Garden, Sugekari Park, the Sato Sakura Museum, Rakanji Temple, Meguro Fudo-son, Meguro Gajoen, etc. Here is a detailed, do-it-yourself tour of ‘Meguro’s … More ‘Meguro’s Best’ – Cherry Blossom River Walk & (Much) More
Tokyo Oasis: Senzokuike
November 8, 2017
Just a short train ride out of Tokyo’s city center is a lovely green oasis that surrounds a small lake called Senzokuike. Just across from a train station of the same name, the 77,000 square meter park (41,000 square meters of which are covered in water) is great for boating, bird watching, picnics, cherry blossom … More Tokyo Oasis: Senzokuike
Self-guided Tour: Hiking Mt. Mitake’s Rock Garden
June 30, 2017
Mt. Mitake is one of Tokyo’s best one-day hiking destinations. A hike here can be tailored to many skill levels, but is especially good for beginners as there is a lot to see without too much difficulty. After traveling by train or car into the mountainous Westernmost section of Tokyo, take a scenic cable car … More Self-guided Tour: Hiking Mt. Mitake’s Rock Garden
Tokyo Neighborhoods: Shirokanedai
May 25, 2017
Located just one stop from Meguro Station on the Namboku and Mita Subway Lines, Shirokanedai is an upscale, mostly residential neighborhood. Although it does contain wonderful sightseeing spots, it is unknown to tourists and is a great place to explore in relative peace. Shirokanedai is very easy to get around as almost everything is located … More Tokyo Neighborhoods: Shirokanedai
Tokyo Island – Hachijojima
April 30, 2017
Did you know that there are 219 islands in Tokyo, both inhabited and uninhabited, which stretch south over 2,000 kilometers? The most famous are the 7 islands of Izu (although there are really 9), and two main Ogasawara Islands. Hachijojima is one of the ‘extra’ Izu Islands, and if you really want to get away … More Tokyo Island – Hachijojima
Tokyo Area Co-ed Onsen – Bathing Suits Required
April 29, 2017
For those of you who’d like to enjoy a hot spring bath with a significant other, or a group of friends, without having to be naked, here is a list of facilities where bathing suits are required in areas shared by males and females. Enoshima Island Spa outdoor baths 1) KANAGAWA PREFECTURE – Enoshima Island … More Tokyo Area Co-ed Onsen – Bathing Suits Required