Tokyo Tower is a worldwide recognisable icon of Japan, so should this be on your to do list when you visit Tokyo? Tokyo Tower was completed in 1958 and at 634m is the worlds tallest self supporting steel structure, standing 3m taller than the Eiffel Tower. It also functions as a broadcast antenna. If you…
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Ryokan is a traditional Japanese Inn and we highly recommend staying in one for at least one night for a unique and authentic Japanese experience. Ryokan can be more expensive so here is everything you need to know to make the most of your stay. Choosing a ryokan Searching for ‘ryokan’ in English does not…
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Gacha-Gacha or Gachapon (also called Gashapon) are capsule vending machines found all over Japan. Inside the plastic ball is a mystery toy, collectable or even facecloth! Gachapon is onomatopoeia for the sound made when turning the handle of the machine ‘gacha’ and the sound as the ball comes out of the chute ‘pon’. Our kids…
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Any traveller to Japan will be very familiar with the Japanese convenience store, or konbini, as they are known locally. If you haven’t been to Japan, then let me introduce you to the wonder, the magic and the marvel of Japanese convenience stores! Japanese convenience stores are true to their word – they are conveniently…
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Tokyo boasts the only DisneySea in the world! At DisneySea you can sail around the World, visiting harbours and taking in rides and adventures from gondolas in Venice to pirate ships to a steam liner or travel Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea with Captain Nemo! DisneySea is sometimes said to be marketed at an…
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Tokyo Disneyland, like every Disneyland is a magical world of fantasy and fun! If you have been to a Disneyland before it will feel very familiar, however, Tokyo Disneyland has a Japanese twist! Japanese people love Disney and everything cute (kawaii). You’ll see cute couples dressed up in matching outfits, hear Mickey and Minnie speak…
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Tokyo boasts Disneyland and the only DisneySea in the world. Both parks, although completely separate, are right next to each other on Tokyo Bay. A monorail and ring of hotels circle the parks. For updates regarding restrictions and requirements due to COVID19, please check the official Disney page or download the Tokyo Disney Resort App…
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In Autumn, Japan transforms into a magical show of colour as the trees turn from green to red and gold. The changing colours or koyo, make this an exquisite time of year to visit Japan. Come and join in the annual momijigari (red leaf hunting or leaf peeping). The kaleidoscope of colours are juxtaposed against…
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Tokyo Skytree is often listed as one of the go to sites in Tokyo so what’s it all about and should it be on your to do list in Tokyo? Tokyo Skytree was completed in 2008 and at 634m tall, it boasts an amazing city scape of Tokyo. From the viewing platforms, Tembo Deck and…
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We love travelling to Japan! If, like us, you have had to cancel your Japan travel plans, you can still have a mini Japan holiday at home. Check out what we have been doing to recreate some Japanese experiences at home. Ok perhaps we are struggling to accept that we are not going to Japan…
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