Culture Clash of the Titans, Tokyo-style Peter Halliwell Sumo wrestling is perhaps one of the most intriguing aspects of Japanese life for the foreign visitor.
9 Activities Cherry blossoms in Akabane, Tokyo Andre Moreira Enjoy Spring at its best in this peaceful oasis in one of the busiest cities in the world.
Culture Ueno: Tokyo Bunka Kaikan Takako Sakamoto Tokyo Bunka Kaikan is Japan's oldest 'Palace' of music and ballet. In 1961, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government constructed..
10 Culture Tokyo Bunka Kaikan: a Ballet Palace Takako Sakamoto Tokyo Bunka Kaikan, 'The Music Palace', is a classical music hall built in 1961. Located inside the Ueno Park, it holds..
12 Culture Pen Station Museum & Café Tomoko Kamishima Pen Station Museum & Café: High-class fountain pens decorated with maki-e lacquer
Food Hakata Uma Uma Ramen, Shibuya Peter Sidell In the Hikarie building in Tokyo's lively Shibuya district, Hakata UmaUma is a friendly noodle restaurant serving hearty b..
Shimokitazawa Samantha Lau A jaunt through Shimokitazawa, one of Tokyo’s hippest and trendiest neighbourhoods.
15 Culture The Temples and Shrines of Kasai Peter Sidell Close to Kasai station in eastern Tokyo, a cluster of around ten temples makes for a pleasant place to stroll around, with a variety..