When planning a trip to Tokyo, most travelers automatically include the popular districts of the city in their itineraries. Places such as Shibuya, well known for Shibuya Crossing; the huge neighborhood of Shinjuku, notorious for its red-light district; Ginza, known for its high-end boutiques; and Akihabara with its innumerable maid cafes and otaku shops, are…

A capital city basked in both traditional and modern Japanese culture at every glance, Tokyo’s diverse neighbourhoods all have a unique charm ready to be discovered and endless places to stay to provide you with the base to do so. Japan’s reputation for good hospitality, politeness and cleanliness holds true for a lot of its…

Shinagawa (品川) is a district in the south of Tokyo (東京) that has the benefit of both a convenient location and a proximity to Tokyo Bay (東京湾). Within easy access of some of Tokyo’s must-visit spots, you’ll never find yourself far from the action but can also enjoy the slightly calmer streets of much of…

When you travel, are you most worried about losing time or losing money? Some people feel that “time is gold” and are willing to purchase expensive train tickets just to get to their destination quickly. However, if you’re happy to spend some extra time but get the best deal, there are some alternative options to…

Tokyo is one of the most impressive cities in Japan. The opportunities for entertainment, dining, shopping and nightlife are never-ending. If you’re planning to visit Tokyo, whether for business or sightseeing, there’s nothing better than being close to one of the stations for ease of access around the city. These three capsule hotels promise the…

Yakatabune Cruisers are Japanese old-fashioned houseboats which operate on the Tokyo waterfront and were once very popular among wealthy business people and highly-ranked samurai during the Edo period for leisure and entertainment. Nowadays, it is a popular excursion trip for everyone where passengers are able to enjoy beautiful views of Tokyo’s famous landmarks such as…

Despite having more restaurants than any city in the world, Tokyo’s food scene can seem rather monocultural with plenty of ramen bars, gyudon restaurants, and izakayas serving up the same fare on every street. As good as Japanese cuisine may be, there are times when a break from the fish, rice, and noodles is needed,…

Are you looking for one of the best views of Tokyo? Nice place for chilling out? Or a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion? Look no further! The “Top of Shinagawa” Buffet located in Prince Shinagawa Hotel is highly recommended. Top of Shinagawa “Top of Shinagawa Buffet” Restaurant is located on the 39th floor of…

1. Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise is the new generation amusement park located at the tip of Yokohama Bay. The land is approximately 24 hectares with a lot of nice spots in it, including the aquarium itself with over 500 different varieties of fish and more than 100,000 sea creatures. You can…