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Odaiba is a large artificial island in Tokyo Bay, separated from central Tokyo by the famous Rainbow Bridge and accessible by monorail, subway and even boat. It is home to various small theme parks, museums, shopping malls, and boasts beautiful views of the sea and the city. It is a must-visit for families, friends, and…
Gundam fans rejoice! Ever since the guardian of Tokyo, the famous Odaiba Gundam Statue was taken down on March 5, 2017, many fans have been in a state of denial. The 18 meter Gundam Statue, located in front of the Tokyo Diver City Plaza in Odaiba has been an irreplaceable landmark in the eyes of…
TOKYO JOYPOLIS is an indoor amusement park located in Odaiba. It is popular for its arcade games and amusement rides based on SEGA franchises. There are three operational Joypolis parks in Japan but the flagship is in Odaiba. This is a fun spot for those looking for somewhere interesting to spend the day. Its three-storey…
Odaiba (お台場) is one of the best places to check out when you have the chance to visit Tokyo (東京). With food, shopping, sights, and many more, you won’t get bored on this artificial island. Located in Odaiba is the continuously-running Café de Miki with Hello Kitty (カフェ ド ミキ ウィズ ハローキティ), and from June…
Just like any other country, Japan started with traditional toys. These are folk toys reflecting each region’s custom, history, and legend. Later on, modern toys emerged. The toy industry grew rapidly due to the country’s strict quality verification system. Although the number of children in Japan is rapidly decreasing, Japanese toys continue to maintain a…
DESIGN FESTA (デザインフェスタ) is an international event which is held for two consecutive days in Tokyo (東京). Anyone, regardless of age, nationality, and talent, can join the fun in order to encourage freedom of creative expression. This is considered to be the single largest art festival in Asia where you can see different performances, artistic…
If hanami (花見) or cherry blossom viewing seems like the perfect setup for your ideal romantic escapade, think of how much more romantic it would be if you spend it while bathing in a hot spring. Yes, you read that right. Tokyo’s (東京) popular hot spring spot in Odaiba (お台場), Ooedo-Onsen Monogatari (大江戸温泉物語), recently launched…
There are many famous bridges in the world. England has its London Bridge, Australia its Harbour Bridge, and America its Golden Gate. Not to be outdone, in 1993, the Japanese built their own bridge “attraction” in Tokyo (東京) and named it Rainbow Bridge (レインボーブリッジ). However, unlike Sydney and San Francisco, Tokyo’s Rainbow Bridge is pedestrian-friendly…
First things first, Comiket is for anime, manga, and gaming fans. But this doesn’t mean that those curious minds who merely want to check out the hype of Japan’s pop culture are not allowed to come close. NatsuComi (Summer Comiket) is an open Doujin Sale event that features original, fan-made manga available for purchase. So…
