In December 2013, we travelled to Japan (for the second time) and spent about 9 days in Tokyo. This post marks the last bit of our Tokyo trip, awww… We checked out from our hotel at Kyobashi and travel to Nihonbashi Station (probably walkable, but meh!) to find a restaurant recommended by many for their omurice (omelette rice). The restaurant is called Taimeiken. It wasn’t difficult to find it if you have a map. We knew what …
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{Japan Winter} Akihabara, Tokyo: Anime & otaku paradise
If you’re an anime lover, if you love technology and are a bit obsessed with some idol groups, then I’d suggest Akihabara is the place you have to visit in Tokyo, Japan. We spent the whole afternoon there and could’ve done more (if not for our tired feet). We started our journey from Tokyo Station, as we were staying nearby (about 10 minutes walk). We saw a woman wearing traditional kimono (or is this still a …
{Japan Winter} Odaiba, Tokyo: Food theme parks & more at Aqua City & DECKS
Many J-dorama and movies have been filmed at Odaiba with Rainbow Bridge as the backdrop. Why? Cos it’s so pretty, especially at night! It was pretty the first time we visited Odaiba and it was pretty the second time around too. So what’s there to do at Odaiba once the sun is down? Plenty! We went to Aqua City to find ourselves a good meal and guess what we found? Gotouchi Men Matsuri (ご当地麺祭り), a …
{Japan Winter} Odaiba, Tokyo: Robots at Miraikan, Gundam at DiverCity & the Rainbow Bridge
Odaiba is manmade island in Tokyo that is popular for shopping and entertainment, with many malls within walking distance to each other. We’ve been there before, but decided to return to find more adventure! And we did find some very interesting things to see… We arrived at the Odaiba Seaside Park and disembarked our Sumida River boat cruise. Walking along the side street, we had a very nice view of Rainbow Bridge and the “Statue …
{Japan Winter} Asakusa, Tokyo: Calaugh Cat Cafe & Asakusa sightseeing
“Neko-chan…” I heard one of the rickshaw guys said to me as I walked past them. I was wearing my cat ears that day (yes, I love wearing weird stuff on my head). I couldn’t understand the rest of the stuff he said, but I did turn around and smile. When walking around Asakusa, you will definitely find plenty of rickshaws. I got a little obsessed in taking photos of these rickshaw tour guides, because …
{Japan Winter} Asakusa, Tokyo: The hustle bustle of Sensoji Temple & Nakamise street market
Have you been to Asakusa? We didn’t have time to visit Asakusa during our first trip to Japan back in 2012. So the second time around, we decided to spend a few hours in Asakusa to enjoy the market atmosphere of Nakamise-dori. Upon arrival in front of Kaminarimon, we realise how touristy Asakusa is. Hundreds of people posing in front of the gate, trying to get the best photo without having too many people in the background. …
{Japan Winter} Oedo-onsen Monogatari Mangekyo, Shin Urayasu: swimsuit hot spring near Tokyo Disney
Going to Japan is not complete without going for a hot spring bath, right? So in our December 2013 trip to Tokyo, we knew we had to find a good spot for a nice warm relaxing bath. Swimsuit onsen, Shin-Urayasu If you love Japanese culture, I bet you have come across the onsen culture. Onsen or hot spring, as we know it in English, is so popular in Japan that there are specific onsen towns where you can find hot spring water pretty …
{Japan Winter} Tokyo Station, Tokyo: From Ramen Street to First Avenue and beyond
Tokyo Station is huuuuge. It feels like you will need a map just to navigate your way around Tokyo Station. Being one of the main stations for not only subways but also shinkansen, Tokyo Station has undergone numerous renovations in the past few years to make it bigger and better. On a quiet rest day, we decided to walk around the station leisurely… Tokyo Ramen Street, Tokyo Station First stop is always food stop! LOL. I …
10 things to do when in different suburbs of Tokyo
Have you visited Tokyo yet? There are so many suburbs to go to, each so unique and full of character. You can easily spend one day for each Tokyo suburb – and still come back the next day (for some)! If you’re thinking of visiting Tokyo in the near future, here are some suburbs you might consider going – and 10 things you can do while you’re there… Harajuku Known as the place for Tokyo’s youth …
{Japan Winter} Roppongi Hills & Mori Art Museum, Tokyo: Lovely view of Tokyo at the Roppongi Crossing
Roppongi’s Art Triangle makes it a popular destination for lovers of art and beautiful things. I am one of those people. After our afternoon visit to Tokyo Midtown, I knew that Roppongi Hills would not disappoint. Roppongi Hills Arriving at Roppongi Hills, it was already about 4.30pm. We walked past Louise Bourgeois’s giant spider sculpture, Maman, and an equally giant Christmas tree to find our way to Mori Tower. There were plenty of signage around the complex, …