The Kachiya Matsuri, or Kachiya Festival, is a celebration of Heian court bureaucrat Fujiwara Hidesato’s prayer for victory. The festival dates back to Hidesato’s offering of his bow and arrow to the shrine after successfully quelling an uprising spearheaded by samurai rebel Taira Masakado. The name of the festival came from this bow and arrow […]
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Azumabashi Bridge (Azuma Bridge ) is a connection between Sumida and Taito Ward, known as one of the most famous viral spots for its fantastic landscape scenes. It’s one of the top 12 famous Bridges in Tokyo, where thousands of tourists love taking photos every day. Location: Azumabashi Bridge is one of the connections over the Sumida River
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Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Observatories are popular completely free observation decks in Tokyo, open from 9:30 to 22:00 every day, from where tourists can enjoy Tokyo Skyline. The observation decks offer a clear view of Tokyo Tower, Tokyo Skytree, Mt Fuji, Tokyo Dome City, Meiji Shrine, and Yoyogi Park. Table of Contents Location: Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Observatories are on the 45 floors
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Oyokogawa Promenade Kawazu Sakura spot is the best spot for Early Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo, with more than 100 Kawazu-zakura Trees on both sides of the Oyoko River. The Cherry Blossoms bloom here in February last week and last till March third week every year. Location: Oyokogawa Promenade Kawazu Sakura spot is just outside the border of Kiba
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Early Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo bloom from early February to early March, depending on the weather conditions. These kinds of Cherry Blossoms in Japan are called Kawazu Zakura or Kawazu Cherry Blossoms. Many call these Kawazu Zakura Winter Cherry Blossoms. These Cherry Blossoms start blooming in late February or early March and last full one month. These Cherry Blossoms are also familiar as Weeping
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The longevity of the Japanese remained secret until today. Scientists are yet to find out the source of why the Japanese live longer than other countries. However, scientists agree on one matter, and that’s food. One of the daily menus of the Japanese is Miso Soup. This soup may be the primary source of longevity which
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Chanko Tomoegata Ryogoku Restaurant is one of the top-rated Chanko nabe restaurants in Ryogoku Sumo Town, founded nearly 50 years ago. If you’re nearby, head over to the Tomoegata and enjoy Sumo wrestlers’ cuisine, which offers an authentic sumo food menu in tourists friendly environment. What’s Chanko Nabe? Generally, the Chanko nabe recipe is one
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If you’re looking for a hidden treasure in Sumida, look no further than ANMITSUNO SHINRYOKUDO, a handmade Japanese sweet shop close to Tokyo Skytree. This wonderful shop is renowned locally but remains unknown to international tourists. ANMITSUNO SHINRYOKUDO specializes in creating handmade Anmitsu, a unique and healthy type of Japanese jelly parfait. So if you’re in
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If you’re looking for an authentic Tokyo experience, then a visit to Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street is a must. This street is a blast from the past, retaining much of the old-fashioned Shitamachi atmosphere. Yanaka Ginza Shopping Street offers a unique and enjoyable shopping experience with a mix of traditional Japanese stores and modern shops.
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Step back in time and experience a slice of old Japan at Shibuya Nonbei Yokocho. Also known as Drunkards Alley, Nonbei is a narrow alley located right next to Shibuya Station. Dating back to the early 1950s, it’s a popular spot for enjoying traditional yakitori (grilled chicken) as well as a variety of izakayas and
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