The Tokyo Traveler

Kamakura is an ancient city that was established in 1192, located about 60 minutes by train from Tokyo, and is a seaside town home to great scenic beauty and many historical sites that are well worth a visit. While it is an easy day trip, with all that there is to do and see in Kamakura, you may want to consider an overnight stay.
In ancient times, the Kamakura Gozan, five great Zen Buddhist Temples, more commonly know as the Five Mountains, were identified and utilized to promote Zen Buddhism throughout Japan. The Kamakura Gozan, ranked first to fifth …read more

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Let your kid’s be Captain Adventure when you visit the Tokyo area this summer.  Book a night at the Pan Pacific Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu and ask for the Captain Adventure Plan.  Your kids will be treated to a tour of the bridge of a cruise boat and will receive a keepsake photo with the Captain.  The whole family will enjoy the late checkout, a 90-minute cruise around Yokohama Bay and Tokyo Bay, afternoon tea with cake, live music and a magic show on board.
The Pan Pacific Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu has 480 guest rooms and suites and is situated …read more

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The Shrines and Temples of Nikko, on the list of World Heritage Sites, are located amidst the picturesque mountains of the Tochigi Prefecture. Nikko is a ancient city that dates back to the 8th century and it’s an easy day trip from Tokyo. Some of the sights included in the area are the Futarasan -jinja (shrine) where you will find the Shinkyo, a sacred vermilion-lacquered wooden bridge, that dates back back to 1636.
You will also find the Toshogu Shrine, built in 1617 as the mausoleum of the Tokugawa Ieyasu. Many of the buildings in the shrine precincts are …read more

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At least that’s what it was for me! Billed as the worlds second largest Ferris Wheel, the Giant Sky Wheel in Odaiba claims to provide 16 minutes of memories. But that’s not quite how it worked out for me….
My hubby and I decide to make a day trip to Odaiba , a futuristic area of Tokyo constructed on reclaimed land. The area boasts unique architecture, many shopping and dining options and a number of high tech game centers. It’s proximity to Tokyo makes it a great place to get away from the city for the afternoon …read more

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