The Tokyo Traveler

It’s always bittersweet to say goodbye, or sayonara, as they say in Japan but the time has come for me to move on from The Tokyo Traveler.  It has been a real pleasure writing about this city for b5media but it has been even more enjoyable share this city that I call home with you, the readers.
I am proud to have been the inaugural author of this blog and understand that there will soon be a new blogger here to share even more about this amazing metropolis with you.
In the meantime you can keep up with me on twitter …read more

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Summer is festival time in Japan, or Matsuri time if you are a local, and my fellow Japan bloggers have decided to revive the Japan Blog Matsuri in honor of the season.  The Japan Blog Matsuri is a blog carnival covering a variety of Japan related subjects and I am honored to host the inaugural Matsuri here at The Tokyo Traveler.

Have you been to Tokyo or do you just dream of visiting this great city?  This version of the Japan Blog Matsuri will cover just that and if you want to participate all you need to do is write …read more

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If you are a Canadian resident you could win one of two trips to Tokyo valued at $10,000 each.  The contest is sponsored by the Japan National Tourist Organization’s Toronto Office and is being held to celebrate 40 years of Japan Airlines service to Canada.  The prize includes a pair of economy tickets on Japan Airlines and seven nights accommodation at the Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel in trendy Shibuya.
What are you waiting for?  Head over to the website to enter! The contest closes on Wednesday, June 30th at 11:59PM EDT and the winner will be drawn on July 2nd and …read more

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The Tokyo Traveler has gotten a mention in The Honolulu Advertiser!  The headline reads “TRAVEL BLOG GIVES AN INSIDER’S VIEW OF JAPAN’S CAPITAL CITY” and it’s the second segment in the May 18th travel update.
The picture to the right is of me watching Sumo at Yasukuni Shrine and was used in the article.  It’s really exciting to be mentioned in the newspaper and not something that I am used to but I am sure getting a kick out of it!
Now I would like to say Aloha and Yokoso (welcome) to all of my visitors from Hawaii and ask “What do …read more

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Do you have a question about Tokyo?  Is there something that you want to see more of on The Tokyo Traveler?  I’m listening, and in an effort to meet your needs I have set up a poll in the sidebar (just above recent comments). This not your everyday poll, I really want to hear from YOU and I want to know what you want to read more about on the The Tokyo Traveler!
I also want you ask any questions that you have about Tokyo in the comments section of this post.  I will sort through all of your questions …read more

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Welcome to The Tokyo Traveler! My name is Shane Sakata and I will be your guide to the newest destination on the b5 travel & culture channel. I am looking forward to providing you with some tips, resources and insights into the city’s sights, sounds and culture that will help you plan your next trip to Tokyo, whether you have to get on a plane or just want to experience it virtually.
Tokyo is a vibrant city that somehow balances its ancient past with very modern innovation. On any given day you may come across kimono-clad women serving …read more

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