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Tokyo Stroll: Tokyo Joypolis ー One Of Japan’s Largest Indoor Theme Parks
Jan 18, 2021
Tokyo Joypolis is one of Japan’s largest indoor theme parks. The park features not only amazing attractions, but also many of the latest VR games. Since all attractions are located indoors, this park is also a great place to visit on rainy days. In our video today, we introduce the newest and most e...
Experience A Tea Ceremony At Tokyo Tower’s 150-Meter-High Observatory
Jan 12, 2021
Tokyo Tower has a new special event, limited to 20 participants, that lets you experience Japanese culture at the 150-meter-high observatory. Take part in an authentic tea ceremony while bathing in the morning sun! Read more about this exciting event in our latest article! * Please take sufficient...
Climb Tokyo Tower’s Open-Air Stairs And Visit A Shrine At 150m Height!
Jan 12, 2021
Tokyo Tower, the charming landmark with a retro vibe, is very popular as an observatory spot for its stunning view over central Tokyo. Did you know that instead of taking the elevator, you can climb the open-air stairs outside up to the main deck at 150m height? http://visit-minato-city.com/tokyo-t...
New Year's in Tokyo 2021: All you need to know when visiting a shrine or a temple
Dec 28, 2020
Hatsumode, the first shrine or temple visit of the new year, is an important event in Japan. Not only for Japanese but also for foreign residents, visiting a shrine on New Year’s day to celebrate the beginning of the new year has become a new tradition. However, hatsumode in 2021 is different than ...
Participate Easily Even with Photos Taken on a Smartphone! Minato City Tokyo Photo Spot Feature that Will Make You Want to Apply for the Minato City Tourism Photo Contest
Dec 23, 2020
At the Minato City Travel & Tourism Association, we are currently accepting entries for the 18th Minato City Tourism Photo Contest, which is aimed at introducing the tourism resources of Minato City, Tokyo and also rediscovering the charm of Minato City. Every year, the photo contest has three divis...
Christmas Garden in Shiba Park
Dec 21, 2020
It’s the holiday season! Just like last year, a Christmas event is held at Shiba Park this year as well. Is it a Christmas market? A beer garden? No, it’s a “Christmas Garden”! Watch our video and read our article to learn more about this unique event! http://visit-minato-city.com/christmas-garden...
Exploring Shinagawa — Part 3! Japanese fishing pond and Yakatabune dining cruise around Tokyo Bay
Dec 17, 2020
When in Tokyo, where should you go? What shouldn't you miss? If you are looking for something special, head to Shinagawa. Here, you can try fishing at a Japanese fishing pond or go on a luxurious boat tour around Tokyo Bay. http://visit-minato-city.com/exploring-shinagawa-fishing-pond-yakatabune-cr...
Nature Therapy at Happo-En! Tea Time Overviewing a Japanese Garden
Dec 14, 2020
Do you sometimes miss nature, but don’t have the time to go to the mountains and hike? In that case, we recommend visiting Happo-en. Here, you can enjoy afternoon tea while looking at a beautiful Japanese garden. Read more in the article below! http://visit-minato-city.com/happo-en-tea-time-japanese...
Gorgeous Winter Lights And Ice Skating Rink In The Roppongi Area 2020
Dec 7, 2020
Winter lights decorating the city, called ‘illuminations’ in Japan, is a winter tradition that warms your heart and brightens this cold and dark season. This time, we will introduce two beautiful illumination locations and a fun ice skating rink in the Roppongi area! http://visit-minato-city.com/il...
Take-out Paradise: These are the best sweets for take-out in Azabu-Juban!
Dec 4, 2020
Located in an area with many embassies, the historic Azabu-Juban Shopping Street is a fusion of an international vibe with traditional Japanese features. In this fascinating area in Tokyo, you can also find a wide variation of sweets ー from NYC-style donuts to traditional Japanese sweets! Read more...
Fall is in full swing! Gorgeous autumn foliage spots in Tokyo
Nov 30, 2020
Fall is here and even in central Tokyo there are many places where you can enjoy this beautiful season and its gorgeous autumn foliage. It is now peak foliage season in Tokyo and these are 7 places to visit around Minato City ー from famous spots to hidden gems! Read more in our latest article! http...
Ocean View and Canal View: Restaurants With Terrace Seating at Tokyo’s Waterfront
Nov 24, 2020
When strolling around Tokyo, you might even forget that Tokyo also is a harbor city facing the sea. But once you get closer to Tokyo Bay, you will start to smell the salty scent of the pleasant sea breeze. In this article, we will introduce two restaurants with terrace seating that offers a nice vie...
Tokyo's Minato-ku Special 2020 Celebration of Light - come appreciate this artistic and sophisticated urban light display
Nov 20, 2020
This grand display of lights in Tokyo's Minato-ku features lights of all sizes across a range of dazzling colors that announce the coming of winter to the city. This year, the organizers are taking measures to adjust the event to avoid crowding as per the requirements of the current situation, tho...
Exploring Shinagawa ー Shinagawa Prince Hotel Offers Entertainment All Day Round. Great Also For Rainy Days!
Nov 19, 2020
Shinagawa Prince Hotel is a large-scale complex facility with approximately 3,500 guest rooms and entertainment facilities such as an aquarium, a movie theater, and a theater. During the day, you can have fun at the various entertainment facilities and at night, savor the finest gourmet food while e...
Luxurious but Affordable Lunch at Restaurants and Cafes with Terrace Seating in Roppongi!
Nov 16, 2020
Roppongi is a buzzing area in Tokyo with several shops, museums, bars and clubs. However, there are also places where you can enjoy lunch in a quiet area surrounded by lush greenery. This time, we will introduce two restaurants with terrace seating in Roppongi! Read the full article below! http://vi...
The Best Panoramic Views of Tokyo Bay Seen From Odaiba’s Cafes and Restaurants With Terrace Seating!
Nov 9, 2020
Odaiba offers a breathtaking view over Tokyo Bay, with the glittering sea, the elegant Rainbow Bridge, and the central Tokyo skyline on the other side of the bay. One of the best ways to fully take in the incredible sight is to sit down at one of the cafes or restaurants with a terrace seating, wher...
Cafes With Terrace Seating Near Tokyo Tower In The Shiba/Daimon Area
Nov 2, 2020
The Shiba/Daimon area has several famous sightseeing spots such as Tokyo Tower, Zojoji Temple, and Shiba-Koen Parkーa vast park where you can take a leisurely walk in nature. If you get hungry while walking around, how about a visit to beautiful cafe with terrace seating nearby? Read our latest artic...
Enjoy Japan's Beautiful Fall at these Cafes with a Terrace in Aoyama!
Oct 30, 2020
Fall in Tokyo is a beautiful season with perfect weather for spending time outside. In Japan, they have the expression “appetizing autumn (shokuyoku no aki)”, which refers to the fact that in Autumn you regain an appetite for yummy food after the hot summer months. Go on a walk in the fashionable A...
Special Feature for the Minami-Aoyama Area! Enjoy a day trip to an area filled with "Grown-Up Indulgences"
Oct 22, 2020
In this month's special feature, we put a spotlight on the Minami-Aoyama area. Minami-Aoyama, situated in the North-East of Tokyo's Minato-ku, is a very sophisticated area where the most cutting edge culture of Minato-ku—which itself has many hip spots—all come together and amalgamate with good old ...
Tokyo Stroll: Walking Across Rainbow Bridge!
Oct 19, 2020
Did you know that you can walk across the Rainbow Bridge, one of Tokyo’s most iconic landmarks in Tokyo Bay? The pedestrian walkway of the bridge is about 50 meters above sea level and is fantastic for a walk. You can look over the whole bay area. Watch our video for an impression of what the “Rain...
TOKYO STROLL: Enjoy the starry sky from the Rooftop of Roppongi Hills Mori Tower!
Oct 13, 2020
The Roppongi Tenmon Club is a regular astronomy event held at the Roppongi Hills observation deckーTokyo City Viewーwhere you can observe Tokyo's starry sky. The combination of the romantic night sky and a 360-degree panoramic view over central Tokyo is a must-see! Enjoy the video and read more about...
Tokyo Stroll: Exploring the Minato Science Museum and its Planetarium!
Oct 5, 2020
The Minato Science Museum opened in Tokyo’s Toranomon area in June this year. The facility allows children and adults to have fun playing games using the latest technology while learning about science. Inside the museum is a planetarium where you can see Tokyo’s beautiful starry sky but also other ...
Tokyo Architecture Walk: Future City 'Tokyo Portcity Takeshiba
Sep 28, 2020
On September 14, 2020, ‘Tokyo Portcity Takeshiba’ opened its doors in Takeshiba, an area currently undergoing a large-scale redevelopment. The new smart building combines offices, nature, and state-of-the-art technology. Read our latest article to find out what this new smart-building has to offer! ...
Tokyo Stroll: Recommended Museums in Roppongi!
Sep 23, 2020
Roppongi is a city of art. The area is full of museums and this time we will introduce three museums you shouldn't miss! If you need a new point of view or just some creative input, this is the place to go. Boost your creativity up to 120% with a visit to Roppongi’s best museums! ➤ http://visit-min...
A collection of the sweet flavors of autumn! Enjoy afternoon tea in the first class hotels of Tokyo's Minato-ku
Sep 19, 2020
In this month's special report, we will tell you about first class hotels in Minato-ku, Tokyo, which offer afternoon tea. Afternoon tea is a tea drinking custom developed among the elites of British society; a high class cultural activity in which you can enjoy a relaxing tea time gathered around sc...