Tokyo Travel Log

Sushi for vegetarians

2010-07-27T14:00:00.004+09:00

If you are a vegetarian or don't like to eat fishes, please try Sushi which rolls vegetables or beans.

For example,

Kappa-maki
(Cucumber roll. So simple.)

Natto-maki
(Fermented soy beans roll. Natto is known as healthy food, and I love it. However, there are people who dislike it because of its smell and gooey texture.)

Takuan-maki
(Pickled Japanese radish roll. Crunchy texture.)

Ume-Kyu-maki
(Pickled plum and cucumber roll. Somewhat acid.)

Yama-gobou-maki
(Burdock roll. Crunchy texture.)

Let's enjoy them with Gari (Pickled ginger) and Japanese green tea.
They are good with beer and Sake, too:)

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Odaiba Area, Tokyo

2010-07-09T19:49:00.002+09:00

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Odaiba and Rainbow Bridge

Odaiba was just a battery island on Tokyo Bay, but now one of the most futuristic area in Tokyo.
Fuji TV Headquarters designed by Kenzo Tange shows the progress of the city.

You can enjoy shopping and entertainment.
Toyota Mega Web (Toyota car showroom), the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation, Oedo Onsen Monogatari (Japanese style hot spring spa), SEGA Joypolis (amusement park), Aqua City and Palette Town (shopping mall)... There are lots of places to visit!

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Tokyo Tower

2010-07-06T21:01:00.003+09:00

Tower Effel in Paris is classic and Tokyo Tower is nostalgic, I think.
Tokyo Tower is a symbol of economic growth.

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It is 333 meters high.
There are two observatories; 150M and 250M high.

A guide recommend to visit there in the morning to see the view of Tokyo City clearly. Of course, the night view is good, too.

Main Observatory (150M)	Special Observatory (250M)
09:00-22:00 (last Admission 21:45)	09:00-22:00 (Last admission 21:30)
Adult 820JPY Junior high school students and primary school pupils 460JPY Children 4years old and over 310JPY	Adult 600JPY Junior high school students and primary school pupils 400JPY Children 4years old and over 350JPY

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Tokyo Bay Aqua Line

2010-07-06T12:00:00.002+09:00

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Tokyo Bay Aqua Line is a bridge-tunnel for cars across Tokyo Bay.
Tokyo side is a tunnel in the sea and Chiba side is a bridge.

Let's stop at Umihotaru parking area to take a rest.
There are a cafeteria, souvenir shop and observation deck.

When it is fine, the view of Tokyo Bay and winds from the sea will make you feel so good!

Amount of Travel Time	about 1-1.5 hour by car or bus from Tokyo to Umihotaru parking area.
Toll fee	Standard-sized car 3,000JPY, microbus or small size bus 3,600JPY, medium size bus 4,950JPY, large size bus 8,250JPY

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Mt. Fuji 5th Station

2010-07-05T21:20:00.011+09:00

Mt. Fuji

The splendid view of Mt. Fuji is the treasure of Japan, I think.

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You can go up to Mt. Fuji 5th Station by car or bus from early May to November.
It might be cold even in summer, so please wear warmly. Because of the unpredictable weather, you should bring an umbrella and a rain apparel.

From July to August, many people try to climb Mt. Fuji from 5th Station.

The road is covered with snow and closed in winter.

Amount of travel time	about 2-2.5 hours from Tokyo by car or bus.
Bus parking fee	Free
Nearby spots	Fuji 5 Lakes (Lake Kawaguchi, Yamanaka, Sai, Motosu and Shouji), Fuji-Q Hiland, Oshino Hakkai (Oshino 8 fountains), Itchiku Kubota Art Museum (Museum of Kimono), Gotemba Premium Outlets, Hakone

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Difficulty of communication in English

2010-07-05T20:33:00.007+09:00

It is difficult for many of Japanese people to communicate in English. This is one of the reason why there are some people who don't like to visit Japan... I think that it is the serious problem.

If you have leeway in your budget, I recommend you to go along with a guide.

He or she speaks English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Portuguese, Chinese, Korea or Thai, and assists you:)

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The Imperial Palace, Tokyo

2010-07-05T19:34:00.005+09:00

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The Imperial Palace is surrounded by moats. Many people enjoy running around it on weekend.

You can walk around the garden, however, cannot go into the palace.
Visitors spend there about 40-60 minutes and take some pictures.
"Niju-bashi", that means double bride, is a popular photo spot.

Niju-bashi, the Imperial Palace

Entrance fee	Free
Bus parking fee	1,000JPY
Nearby spots	Tokyo Station, Ginza, The National Diet Building, The Bank of Japan, Tokyo Stock Exchange, The National Museum of Modern Art Tokyo

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Asakusa, Tokyo

2010-07-05T14:45:00.019+09:00

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You migh have seen a picture of the gate with a big red paper lantern. It is called "Kaminari-mon" that means Thunder Gate. Let's take photos in front of it.

Kaminari-mon

Going through "Kaminari-mon", many of small shops attracts you.
This shopping mall is called "Nakamise". You can get Japanse beautiful, cute and sometimes funny souvenirs and Japanse traditional snacks and sweets.
Shops are opened around 09:00-10:00 and closed around 17:30-18:00. It would be better to visit there around 10:00-17:00, I think :)

Making your slow progress along "Nakamise", you arrive at "Senso-ji Temple" and "Asakusa Shrine"!

Senso-ji Temple

Entrance fee	Free
Bus parking fee	800JPY per hour
Nearby spots	You can see Tokyo Sky Tree.

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Welcome to Tokyo Travel Log

2010-07-05T13:38:00.004+09:00

Hello! Thank you so much for visiting my blog :)

My name is Yae. I'm a staff of a charter bus service company in Tokyo, Forest Bus.

People from all over the world visit Tokyo, so suggesting itineraries for their trips is my work.

I hope that many people enjoy a trip in Japan and have good memories.
Thank you!