Exploring Old TokyoShitamachi and neighbouring areas - The heart of the Japanese Capital

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Smell the sea at Hama-rikyū Gardens

17 October 2018

Tokyo – City of Gardens: Top 5 recommendations

26 August 2018

Sanshirō Pond at Tokyo University – pond with story...

9 June 2018

Meiji-jingū: Guide to Tokyo’s major Shinto shrine

29 October 2017

Only in Tokyo: Edo-period feudal lord mansions (daimyō-yashiki)

30 September 2017

Kyu Shiba Rikyu: Garden with city view

30 September 2017

Koishikawa Korakuen: Tokyo’s oldest garden

9 September 2017

Spending and afternoon at Yamamoto-tei

30 August 2017

Shibamata Taishakuten Temple: 3D wood paintings

26 August 2017

Kiyosumi Garden – a lot of stones, not a rock garden

3 June 2017

Tokyo is a modern city, most closely linked with new technology, hypermodern facilities and shiny skyscrapers. Like every city, Tokyo also has a highly interesting past and the people who have lived here, who made the city big, have a distinct culture. Unfortunately, earthquakes, fires, World War II and above all the Japanese preference for all things new have destroyed many of the old places and sights. However, in this vast city, many interesting spots still remain through which you can experience the old atmosphere of this metropolis. Read more