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The venue, which can accommodate up to 10,000 people, is used for various events not only for sumo.

Ryogoku, Ningyocho, Kiyosumi-Shirakawa, Kinshicho

Museums

Ryogoku Kokugikan

The hall called home by the Tokyo Grand Sumo Tournament.

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Aoyama, Omotesando, Harajuku

Shrines & Temples

Meiji Jingu Shrine

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Every year, Meiji Jingu Shrine boasts the largest number of visitors for Hatsumode (first shrine visit of the New Year) and the status of one of Tokyo’s leading power spots.

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A bridge connecting Toshima Ward and Shinjuku Ward.

Shinjuku, Okubo, Yoyogi, Yotsuya

Tourist Attractions

Omokagebashi Bridge

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A nostalgic cherry blossom hotspot.

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Shimbashi, Toranomon, Tokyo Tower, Hamamatsucho

Observatories

"SKY VIEW" Free Observation Space at Caretta Shiodome

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Enjoy the spectacular views of the Bay Area from an elevation of about 200m.

Since its installation in 1953 (Showa 28), the 'Roller Coaster' continues to operate to this day.

Asakusa, Tokyo Skytree

Amusement Parks & Theme parks

Asakusa Hanayashiki

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An amusement park preserving its rich history while continually evolving.

Ueno, Nippori

Zoos & Aquariums

Ueno Zoo

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Japan’s first zoo, with a rich history.

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Main sanctuary comes into view as you walk through the lush approach

Hakone

Shrines & Temples

Hakone Shrine

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A revered and mystic power spot! An acclaimed shrine that heralds the guardian god of Hakone.

Tsukiji, Odaiba, Toyosu

Experiences Facilities

Tyffonium Odaiba

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Autumn: "Flower autumn leaves zone" in the park.

Asakusa, Tokyo Skytree

Parks & Gardens

Oyokogawa Water Park

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Located very close to the Skytree, this park lets you enjoy nature in every season.

Jiyugaoka, Sangenjaya, Setagaya, Futako-Tamagawa

Parks & Gardens

Roka Koshun-en Gardens

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Enjoy the Scenery Adored by a Famous Japanese Novelist at This Garden.

The park has a fairy-tale-like atmosphere.

Kichijoji, Mitaka

Amusement Parks & Theme parks

Kichijoji Petit Mura Town

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An adorable theme park that resembles a world in a picture book.

The museum displays feature valuable currency and medals

Saitama

Museums

Japan Mint Museum of Saitama Branch

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Learn About the History of Money and its Manufacturing Process at This Museum

“Train Carriage Station” has 36 real train carriages on display

Saitama

Museums

THE RAILWAY MUSEUM

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Enjoy the Appeal of Railways! A Museum Filled with Exhibits and Experiences.

The street is filled with many local shoppers and tourists.

Ryogoku, Ningyocho, Kiyosumi-Shirakawa, Kinshicho

Shopping Streets

Sunamachi Ginza Shopping Street

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A lively shopping street with about 130 stores lined up in the nostalgic atmosphere of the bygone Showa era.

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Tachikawa, Hachioji, Machida

Tourist Attractions

Kunitachi Daigaku Dori

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A Beautiful Avenue Chosen as one of the 100 New Famous Views of Tokyo.

Kichijoji, Mitaka

Experiences Facilities

Kichijoji Hand-weaving factor jota

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"Saori Weaving," the workshop where anybody can weave.

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Enjoy your time with Tokyo Bay right in front of you.

Edogawa, Kasai

Parks & Gardens

Kasai Rinkai Park

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A vast park overlooking Tokyo Bay where both adults and children can enjoy all day!

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Where a Film is Born © Museo d'Arte Ghibli

Kichijoji, Mitaka

Museums

Ghibli Museum, Mitaka

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Dive into the world of film at the Ghibli Museum in Mitaka Forest!

Tove Jansson Akebono Children's Forest Park

Saitama

Parks & Gardens

Tove Jansson Akebono Children's Forest Park

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A park with abundant nature and many cute buildings.

Sanbutsudo, Nikkozan's largest wooden structure ※Viewing may be limited during scheduled programming

Tochigi

Shrines & Temples

Nikkosan Rinnoji Temple

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The famed Sanbutsudo, the largest wooden hall on Mt. Nikko awaits here.

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Omokagebashi Bridge

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Asakusa Hanayashiki

Ueno Zoo

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Hakone Shrine

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Roka Koshun-en Gardens

Kichijoji Petit Mura Town

Japan Mint Museum of Saitama Branch

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Sunamachi Ginza Shopping Street

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Kunitachi Daigaku Dori

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Kasai Rinkai Park

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Nikkosan Rinnoji Temple

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Things to Do Kanto Region

Ryogoku Kokugikan

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Meiji Jingu Shrine

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Asakusa Hanayashiki

Ueno Zoo

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Hakone Shrine

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Roka Koshun-en Gardens

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Sunamachi Ginza Shopping Street

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