Travel & Lifestyle
Planning a trip to Japan may sound intimidating, but believe me it does not have to be. Japan is such a self-sufficient country, it’s by far the easiest trip I’ve had to plan and without speaking the language. That said, I did a lot of trip research, I mean like a lot, before going the…
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Situated on the banks of the Meguro River and a popular place to view the cherry blossoms in spring, Nakameguro is one of Tokyo’s trendiest neighborhoods. While it’s close to busy Shibuya, strolling along the banks of the river with a mix of hip locals and celebs alike, will have you feeling like you’re in…
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Visiting the teamLab Borderless digital art museum is Tokyo is like swallowing a rainbow and riding on a unicorn through the forest at midnight. Yes people, it really is that amazing. Visiting teamLab Borderless is something you absolutely have to do on your trip to Tokyo.
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Is looking for accommodation for your upcoming trip to Tokyo freaking you out? I know how you feel. Here’s five great tips to get you started on booking the perfect accommodation in Tokyo.
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On a recent trip to Tokyo I had the chance to visit the newly opened (Feb. 2019) Starbucks Reserve Roastery. With its sleek modern design and a four-floor coffee (and tea) wonderland, this is a must-visit for coffee lovers and even non-coffee lovers alike.
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The Shibuya area in Tokyo is a popular district for shopping, entertainment and nightlife. It’s located between the equally popular Shinjuku and Harajuku areas and a good central point to stay if you visit Tokyo. Here’s my recommendations on what to do in Shibuya, Tokyo.
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Harajuku is colourful and crazy. It’s Takeshita-dori and its side streets is the epitome of Japanese teenage culture and lined with trendy shops and restaurants just waiting to be discovered. Omotesando caters for more adult clientele with luxury brand shops sitting along the broad tree-lined street. I did a (shopping) walk from Harajuku to Omotesando…
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The Meiji Shrine (Meiji Jingu) in Tokyo was built as a dedication to Emperor Meiji, the first emperor of modern Japan and his wife, Empress Shoken. I found this shinto shrine situated next to Harajuku station, a busy shopping area, with its 100000 trees and huge torii gates, oozing with tranquility. This was just what…
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Tokyo is a big city with many layers to it. It’s impossible to try to reveal all the layers during a five-day stay, but I certainly tried my best. Asakusa falls under Eastern Tokyo in the Taito ward and it is separated from the more industrial Oshiage area, where you find the Tokyo Skytree, by…
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