Tokyo Travel Guide 11 Asakusa : Attractions | wifi rental japan

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If you are interested in traditional aspects of Japan it’s a must to visit Asakusa. Visiting sensoji, which is an ancient Buddhist temple, will give you an experience of feeling old Japan. It is also good place to see modern Japan since there is a world’s second tallest structure located near Sensoji. Going up to the top floor of Tokyo Sky Tree, you will be able to see how developed and advanced Japan is. In this article, we will look for attractions in Japan in terms of traditional and modern Japan. Read More

Tokyo Travel Guide 11 Asakusa : Restaurants | wifi rental japan

You will soon get hungry after having a look on historic Asakusa and modern Tokyo Skytree. There are a lot of restaurants in Asakusa where you can have traditional Japanese cuisine. Take a little walk from Sensoji, which can be called as traditional district in Asakusa, you will find Tokyo Skytree, world’s second tallest structure. Surprisingly, this place will provide you with various dining options. If you want to have a fancy meal at posh restaurant, dining at restaurants located on the high floor of Skytree is recommended. In this article, we will introduce restaurants in Asakusa district. Read More

Tokyo Travel Guide 11 Asakusa : Shopping Malls | wifi rental japan

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Asakusa is a place where you can see both traditional and modern Japan. The most famous tour attraction is Sensoji, which is a temple built in the 7th century. The reason why here became a famous tour spot is not only because of temple itself. You will have to pass a long pathway full of stores selling souvenirs and Japanese snacks to get to the temple. This shopping street provides tourists a lot of traditional things to enjoy and that’s why how Asakusa could become a lot more famous. Read More

Tokyo Travel Guide 10 Nakameguro : Attractions | wifi rental japan

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As I explained before, Nakameguro is famous for Meguro river and hundreds of cherry blossom trees. This lovely area provides a lot of hipster clothing brands and dining spots. Actually Nakameguro is just few minutes away from Shibuya by train but here gives a lot different atmosphere. Nakameguro itself is very quiet and peaceful since here is home for local people and celebrities, which is totally different from vigorous image of Shibuya. In this article, we will look for things to do in Nakameguro. Read More

Tokyo Travel Guide 10 Nakameguro : Restaurants | wifi rental japan

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As Nakameguro is popular residential area in Tokyo, you can find a lot of family-friendly restaurants. Even though Nakameguro is considered as high-end living district, dining out is not really expensive as in posh restaurants in Ginza. Nakameguro has many places where you can enjoy Japanese food such as ramen and tempura, and these are the food local Japanese people enjoy for daily life. You can experience intermediate-high local Japanese life here rather than having expensive one meal at a Michelin star restaurant. Read More

Try Hair Extension in Japan! | wifi rental japan

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Hair extension, which is also called as artificial hair integrations, makes your hair longer and abundant. It is said that there are usually three types of hair extension; which are braid , cold fusion, and seal. It is different from wig since the hair dresser will connect your original hair and synthetic hair one by one. Human hair can be permed or colored, however, you cannot do anything to synthetic hair.

In addition to this, it doesn’t last forever. It will last 2 or 3 months depend on how you treat your extended hair. If you went to not good place, it will be removed from your hair quicker than usual. Some people say it only lasted 3 or 4 weeks. However, human mind is different. Even if it lasts only few weeks, we would do it if we can earn what we want. In this article, we will look for hair extensions in Japan. Read More

Tokyo Travel Guide 10 Nakameguro : Shopping Malls | wifi rental japan

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Nakameguro is a popular tour spot for tourists during spring season. The thing makes here famous is sakura, which can be translated in cherry blossoms in English. There is a river called Meguro River in this area and every spring about 800 cherry blossom trees surround here, which covers more than 2 kilometers in total. There is an annual event of making these trees get illuminated beautifully.

However, cherry blossom is not the only thing about Nakameguro. Nakameguro is a popular residential area for Japanese people due to its peaceful and convenient environment. There are a lot of cafes and boutiques which satisfy people’s demand of high-end lifestyle. Yes, here is a place for people who can afford upper class lifestyle. In addition to this, it is hard to find hotels or hostels since here is mainly considered as residential area. But I never said there’s nothing you can enjoy other than walking under cherry blossom trees. In this article, we will look for shops in Nakameguro. Read More

Tokyo Travel Guide 9 Roppongi : Attractions | wifi rental japan

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Roppongi’s transformation surprised the world. Originally it had the image of ‘dangerous’ since the city was strongly connected to mafia. Drug related crimes frequently happened in this district, though it happens from time to time now as well, Roppongi successfully transformed its image from dark to bright. Roppongi is famous for both museums and nightlife. In this article, we will look for attractions you can enjoy daytime and nighttime.

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(1) Mori Art Museum

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Tokyo Travel Guide 9 Roppongi : Restaurants | wifi rental japan

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One of the best things you can enjoy in Roppongi is the fact that Tokyo Tower is quite near. If you go up to the top floor of Roppongi Hills building, you can enjoy the night view of skyscrapers in Tokyo for free. Of course, you will also have to see the illumination of Tokyo Tower if you are lucky enough. Personally, I believe where to eat and what to eat, these two are the most important factors to make good travel.

In my previous posting, I explained about Roppongi Hills area shortly. To summarize, Roppongi Hills was planned and made. Roppongi area was considered to be dangerous before since it was strongly connected with mafia in Japan, however, the atmosphere totally changed after its development. Many countries focused on the process and the owner tried their best to persuade landlords who lived there for a long time. It took long time and they succeeded. Read More

Tokyo Travel Guide 9 Roppongi : Shopping Malls | wifi rental japan

Have you heard the term ‘Roppongi Hills’? Roppongi Hills is located in the heart of Roppongi and this initially was a development project in Tokyo. Though it has become well-known to foreign tourists, the history of Roppongi Hills is not so long. Here opened in 2003 and the building complex filled with a lot of offices was established. Roppongi somewhat has an image of grey since people usually think of offices and companies when hearing the word Roppongi.

However, this area has become popular tour spot for both Japaneses and foreign tourists with Roppongi Hills project. It is true that a lot of companies including world leading international corporations moved to this area, however, this mega complex started incorporating shops, restaurants, museum, and hotel as well. There also are high places where you can enjoy the view of skyscrapers. In this article, we will focus on shopping malls in Roppongi. Read More