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As someone who has been to Disney parks around the world, I can definitively say that a visit to Tokyo Disneyland is a whole other level of magical. From its immaculate grounds and incredible efficiency to its unique spin on classic rides and attractions, this Japanese Disney resort is in a league of its own. … Read more
After flying into Hokkaido and settling into our Sapporo accommodations last night, we woke up energized and ready to discover the charms of Sapporo, Hokkaido’s capital city. With crisp blue skies and colorful autumn leaves framing every street, this vibrant metropolitan area was showing off peak fall splendor during our visit. Our first stop was … Read more
There are several shopping malls in Shinjuku and all the major Japanese high street brands have shops here too. 1. Takashimaya Department Store Our hotel is opposite Takashimaya Department Store. As usual, producing a foreign passport here will entitle you to a Hello Kitty card which is a 5% discount card but there is exclusion … Read more
Our arctic journey through Japan began with our arrival at Chubu Centrair International Airport in Nagoya during the Winter 2014 Central Japan & Tokyo. We arrived at the core of Nagoya via the Meitetsu -SKY limited express train in less than thirty minutes, after boarding the train and completing the customs process. The Meitetsu Nagoya … Read more
Shinjuku is one of Tokyo’s most iconic, frenetic, and delicious neighborhoods. This bustling district is an intoxicating blend of serene parks and shrines nestled between towering skyscrapers, atmospheric back alleys, and neon-drenched entertainment districts. Eating in Shinjuku (I) – Breakfast, Coffee & Dessert. With so many culinary delights packed into Shinjuku’s relatively small footprint, it … Read more
Winter 2014 Central Japan & Tokyo by Trains & Buses, Day 14 (Tsukiji, Asakusa, Tokyo Skytree & Akihabara) (Last Day) Winter 2014 Central Japan & Tokyo by Trains & Buses, Day 13 (Meiji Shrine, Harajuku & Ginza) Winter 2014 Central Japan & Tokyo by Trains & Buses, Day 12 (Yokohama & Ikebukuro) Winter 2014 Central … Read more
Cheap Eats in Tokyo I needed to make a business trip to Tokyo in the first week of Nov in 2015. Since it was also perfect time for seeing autumn foliage, DH decided to join me over the weekend after my meetings so that we can head to Kawaguchiko, one of the Fuji Five Lakes. Incidentally, … Read more
Shopping in Town (Bao Bao & More!) When it comes to shopping I am very specific about what I want to buy in each country. I am not really one who will browse department stores looking to see if there is something to buy. I always end up buying nothing. In Japan, I zoom in … Read more
Day 8 (20 Oct 2018) : Ghibli Museum, Nakano Broadway & Tokyo Character Street Today, I have planned a whole day of Anime, Manga and J-Pop for DS and DD. This was their day. Breakfast @ Tsukiji Sushisei, Tokyo Station We had booked our rooms at the Hotel Metropolitan Marunouchi without breakfast as there are … Read more
Fine Dining in Tokyo My staff and colleagues know that I love Japanese food. So they took me to some nice places for dinner when I was in Tokyo. I had also made some dining reservations for DH and I during the weekend. 1. Yanmo – Kaiseki On my second evening in Tokyo, a colleague … Read more