Japan is probably the only country in the world cuddling the oldest reigning monarchy in the world. Tokyo in Japan is not only the capital but also the economic hub of the country is a standing as well as a shining example of how well old traditions have melted and gilded well in the mold of new high-tech culture creating the most happening and cherished travel destinations of all times. Come and unfurl some of the off beat travel spots of Tokyo in Japan.
One of the most pleasurable things to do in Tokyo is shopping. You can shop in for some gadgets, kokeshi dolls and stickers. One of the best travel activity that keeps travellers enrolled.
Every city in the world assumes a particular and typical look as darkness descends. This form is different from the day time appearance both in mood and spirit. The night life of this city is endowed with a hoard of Jazz Clubs, bars, Sake bars, skyscraper bars and exotic restaurants.
The function of Karaoke is familiar to all of us i.e singing along with pre-recorded music while the lyrics will be displayed on a screen. The Karaoke Bars in Tokyo is different from the rest as they offer private rooms equipped with personal screens and high quality microphone.
The Ginza province of Tokyo is the place where you find this traditional form of Japanese dramatics. Fundamentally, Kabuki Theatre deals withthe question of morality in love relationships. As women performers are not allowed in these plays, the male artists portray the female characters. Theatre zealots can spend an artistic night in Kabukiza Theater in Ginza being witness to a performance that commands applause.
Well, the first word that has come to your mind is obviously of Sumo wrestling. The national sport in Japan, Sumo wrestling has a close association with the society of Japan. The Sumo wrestlers called Rikishis are the honourable members of the community. But this is not all; apart from Sumo Japan boasts of many other sports like Japanese swords, Karate and Judo.
The traditional Japanese cuisines find a sophisticated and modernized presentation in the restaurants of Tokyo. Be it the famous Sushi or the Wasabi, the flavour of these dishes are totally different when you have them in the land of Japan.
A kind of natural spa, the Onsen waters are surely a endeared form of relaxation and entertainment. These hot springs are pumped from deep down the earth and measures a temperature of at least 25?C. Tokyo is home to several water park with natural spring water with stunning architecture.
Try out Zauo Sushi located at 3-2-9 Nishi Shinjuku. It serves one of the best uncooked meat that you could ever try. It is an unusual experience as you would find tables being laid out on a boat, surrounded by a moat. These moat serves you dinner.Your meal would be with a fish on the plate skewered by a wooding rod, still twitching. Watching as you eat it. You are used to the crowded tourist destinations in every nation in the globe. Give it a break; what if you venture into something new untried and undiscovered by other travellers? This will leave you only with pleasant memories and stories that only you can cherish; not your fellow tourist who spent the time in Tokyo being confined to the stipulated travel plan. Take the Road not taken (courtesy Robert Frost) and get set go...to Tokyo!
The Sappora Snow Festival in Japan is something which can drive anyone crazy . Sappora in Japan is thronged by innumerable tourists especially during the month of February to participate in this snow festival. Snow artists from all round the world conglomerate in Sappora during this mega fest.
Today we would take you on a virtual tour to the majestic Lake Ashinoko. This marvelous crater lake rests in the backyard of Mount Fujiyama in Japan. A real thrill for those innumerable visitors who barge in at the doorsteps of Mt Fujiyama during the winters just to have a sneak peek of this mesmerizing lake Ashinoko.
The recent earthquake in Japan had turned out to be a bigger turmoil. With the persisting danger of nuclear radiations, travelers across the world back out from their travel plans.
Eating is a necessity for all of us, but it becomes a refined luxury when one becomes the distinguished guest to exult in the heritage of simple country cooking of Japan. Offering scores of savory items, prepared in about 160,000 restaurants of Tokyo, creates an ambiance of a couple wide-eyed, tight-lipped moments when one actually comes face-to-plate. Hence require to accumulate some more patience to chew the best cuisines of the world.
There are many things about Japan that can't be explained. The country is steeped in weird tradition and strange ancient practices that have one way or another translated to modern day today. To love Japan isn't to understand it, to be grateful for it for all the composite, strange, and magnificent things that to without asking too many questions. The Oldest hotel still exists in Japan with the name Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan is a hot spring hotel in Hayakawa,Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan which was founded in 705 AD, and one of the oldest companies in operation till now. The hotel was officially recognised by the Guinness World Records in 2011 as the oldest hotel in the world. Which has been operated by 52 generation still now. Also, one of the most curious building in Japan is the Gate Tower Building in Osaka, Japan. The 5th, 6th and 7th floors of this 16-story office building are occupied by an amazing express highway - passing right through the building. The Gate Tower Building is in fact the outcome of strange compromise between the land owner and the Japanese government.
