Colors of Tokyo - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle

When night comes to the city, Tokyo starts flashing with neon signs. The city is truly rich in various night time entertainments. The most popular bars and nightclubs are located in the …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Tokyo and surroundings
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Cathedrals and basilicas near Tokyo
♥ Cathedral of St. Theresa of the Child Jesus (Urawa Church), 浦和 (Urawa), 22.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Cathedral of the Sacred Heart (Yamate Church), 横浜 (Yokohama), 28.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Cathedral of St. Theresa of the Child Jesus (Urawa Church), 浦和 (Urawa), 22.6 km from the center. On the map


♥ Cathedral of the Sacred Heart (Yamate Church), 横浜 (Yokohama), 28.5 km from the center. On the map


Survived castles around Tokyo
♥ Castle 'Edo Castle' Tokyo, 1.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Minato Castle' Akita, 1.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Shakujii castle' Nerima, 15.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Kawagoe Castle' Kawagoe, 36.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Sakura Castle' Sakura, 41.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Tamanawa Castle' Kamakura, 45.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Sekiyado Castle' Noda, 47.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Edo Castle' Tokyo, 1.2 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Minato Castle' Akita, 1.3 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Shakujii castle' Nerima, 15.9 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Kawagoe Castle' Kawagoe, 36.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Sakura Castle' Sakura, 41.9 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Tamanawa Castle' Kamakura, 45.2 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Sekiyado Castle' Noda, 47.2 km from the center. On the map


Unique landmarks in Tokyo and around
Sky Tree
From the series “The Highest Buildings in the World”
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Distance from Tokyo center - 6.2 km.
In addition to the main facilities, TV and radio, the tower has a wealth of other features. It’s home to three hundred boutiques, popular aquarium and theater, as well as a planetarium and numerous restaurants. The tower is equipped with four observation sites, which are located at a height of 340, 345, 350 and 451 meters respectively. …
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Sky Tree
From the series “Breathtaking High-Altitude Observation Points with Panoramic Views on Cities”
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Distance from Tokyo center - 6 km.
Construction of the world's tallest TV tower was completed in 2012. Today, it houses popular shopping and entertainment centers, restaurants, and cafes. Viewing platforms are available for visits every day from 8 am to 10 pm. Experienced travelers advise to buy tickets in advance using an official website. You can also purchase them in a dedicated ticket office directly at the TV tower. It is important to note that there are several viewing platforms in Tokyo. The best part of them is free to visit. …
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Alcatraz in Tokyo
From the series “The Most Unusual Restaurants of Fast Food Chains”
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Distance from Tokyo center - 5.8 km.
One of the most original restaurants in the chain is located in Tokyo. Alcatraz ER has been stylized as a prison hospital. Its staff is wearing medical uniform, and visitors are taken to their table in a cell in a wheelchair. Syringes and scalpels instead of cutlery, corresponding to the menu theme with awesome names of dishes. The restaurant Alcatraz E.R will be a great resting place for fans of extreme entertainment. …
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Expo 2020 in Dubai Was Visited by More Than 7 Million Visitors
If you haven’t visited this event yet, there is still time to book a hotel in Dubai because Expo 2020 Dubai runs until 31 March 2022. People who are unable to visit the emirate can make a virtual tour on the Expo 2020 website. By the way, the virtual visitation has already reached 31.6 million by the end of December.
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If you haven’t visited this event yet, there is still time to book a hotel in Dubai because Expo 2020 Dubai runs until 31 March 2022. People who are unable to visit the emirate can make a virtual tour on the Expo 2020 website. By the way, the virtual visitation has already reached 31.6 million by the end of December.

01.06.2023
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