Japan´s vibrant capital and largest city (its metropolitan area with a mind-bending population of 37 million) blends futuristic innovation with pockets of traditional charm, its streets filled with a variety of allures including historical landmarks, culinary and cultural delights, world-class shopping, amazing entertainment, and of course cutting-edge technology. It´s a truly extraordinary and unique experience for the visitor.
Shibuya AXSH!
Tokyo's Shibuya district, famous for its iconic Shibuya Scramble Crossing, where between 1,000 and 3,000 people crowd the crossing on an average signal change, is one of the most dynamic and modern areas of the city. Now, adding to the newness comes Shibuya AXSH! This 23-story multi-use complex is scheduled to open on July 8, 2024, at the intersection of Aoyama and Shibuya wards. It will house restaurants, retail shops, art galleries, and business offices. The retail, food and beve
Photos: Linda Cooper
From November 10, 2022 to February 15, 2023, Tobu Railway presen
Just 70 Minutes North of Tokyo by Tobu Railways, this 23-Acre Floral Fantasia is Recognized as One of Japan's Top Winter Illumination Spots.
This year (2021) marks the 20th Anniversary of Winter Illuminations at Ashikaga Flower Park. The nearly 100,000 square meter / 25-acre floral fantasia, just 70-minutes north of Tokyo via Tobu Railways, has been ranked by General incorporated association YAKEI Convention & Visitors Bureau as the top place in Japan for viewing seasonal light-ups for six consec
In Japan's Nikko and Kinugawa-onsen areas, 2 Hours North of Tokyo along the Tobu Railway Nikko and Kinugawa Lines, Special Moon-Viewing Festivities with Autumn Light-ups will be held from September to November.
There is a Japanese expression Aki no Yonaga, which literally means "long autumn night." This year, despite Covid-19, two popular, annual, celebratory light-up events, illuminating the autumn night, will be held in the Nikko-Kinugawa area, along Tobu Railway's Nikko and Kinugawa Lines.
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