Monthly Archives for February 2014
Roppongi Hills
Roppongi Hill is a sprawling complex with more than 200 stores. It also includes a Hyatt hotel, a private club, residences in the tower, a arena, a Virgin Cinema, an art center and even a TV studio. You can walk … Continue reading
Ameyoko, Ueno
Located in the South of Ueno Station, Ameya-yokocho or Ameyoko is easily accessible by the JR or subway. This street market district highly frequented and packed with people on 31 december when tokyoites come in the area to buy food and … Continue reading
Lake Ashi, Hakone
The name “Ashinoko” means lake of reeds (ashi is reed and ko means lake). This beautiful lake, lies about 720 metres above sea level and is surrounded by mountains, including the iconic Mount Fuji. It has an area of seven … Continue reading
Gyokusendo Cave, Okinawa
Gyokusendo cave is located in the south of Okinawa, between Tamagusuku village and Gushikami village. It is claimed to have the greatest stalactites and stalagmites in Asia. At 5 kilometers, the cave is Japan’s second longest with 890 meters currently … Continue reading
Tokyo Character Street
When you step into Tokyo station underground, there is a huge shopping area. You can meet some famous characters at “Tokyo Character Street” such as Domo-kun, Totoro, One piece or Naruto, of course Hello Kitty and rilakkuma, etc etc. If … Continue reading