Traveling Japan without leaving the city: Exploring Tokyo’s “Antenna Shops” at Tokyo Kotsu Kaikan
There are 15 so-called antenna shops in the Tokyo Kotsu Kaikan building in front of JR Yurakucho Station. But what are antenna shops and what’s so great about them? An antenna shop is a store that sells specialties and exclusive … Read more
Top 5 Curry Restaurants in the Kanda area recommended by “Curry Meister” Marei
The Kanda area of Tokyo is a curry paradise. Every year, an event called “Kanda Curry Grand Prix” is held. Those who eat curry at more than 20 curry restaurants during the event will receive the title “Curry Meister”. And … Read more
Delicious Tokyo: The ultimate gastronomic experience at a Teppanyaki restaurant
Are you on the search for the ultimate gastronomic experience? How about trying luxurious Japanese “Teppanyaki”? If you want to see the teppanyaki chef in action, please watch our video! The restaurant we visited is TOKYO KAIKAN KAI. At the … Read more
Take a walk through “book town” Jimbocho for a treasure hunt – and have a spicy experience!
With about 200 bookstores, the Jimbocho area is Tokyo’s bookshelf. Just walking through the so-called “book town” is a lot of fun since chances are high you will make some unique discoveries. You might also find some treasures that make … Read more
Enjoy art and a classic teatime at the Imperial Hotel, Tokyo
The Imperial Hotel, Tokyo is known for having stars from all over the world stay there. Opened in 1890, the hotel has a long history and it first served as the State Guest House. Staying there is a dream, but … Read more
Fun for everyone: Experience the Science Museum and Japanese Katsu Curry!
Kitanomaru Garden is a lush area facing the Imperial Palace. This vast park is home to a handful of lovely museums. One of them, the Science Museum, is a facility that is suited for children and adults alike. Deepen (or … Read more
A special experience at a revolving observatory restaurant! “Ginza Sky Lounge” in Yurakucho
‘Tokyo Kaikan – Ginza Sky Lounge’, which opened its doors in 1965 on the top floor of the ‘Tokyo Kotsu Kaikan’ right in front of Yurakucho Station, is one of the now rare rotating observatory restaurants. Enjoying authentic French cuisine … Read more
3331 Arts Chiyoda: A former school as an intersection for people and art
“3331 Arts Chiyoda” is a former middle school turned into an artsy facility for anyone to enjoy. It’s a place where tourists and locals come together and get to interact through art. It’s a place you should visit at least … Read more
Gaze up at Tokyo’s starry night sky at Konica Minolta Planetaria TOKYO
Tokyo, a city that never sleeps. The city lights shine colorful and bright until late at night, meaning you will hardly ever see a beautiful starry sky in Tokyo. But that’s okay! At “Konica Minolta Planetaria TOKYO” in Yurakucho, the … Read more