| Tokyo Bay Cruise, Imperial Palace Plaza, Asakusa Temple |
8 hours |
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Board the 'Symphony', the modern and luxurious ship, for an optional lunch (buffet or fixed Italian menu) and a two-hour cruise passing by Rainbow Bridge, Odaiba fortifications, Fuji TV station, Martime Museum, Haneda Airport and much more!
Tour highlights include:
- Tokyo Tower Observatory - Enjoy a panoramic view of Tokyo
- Imperial Palace Plaza - enjoy a short photo stop at the outer garden of the Palace
- Akihabara - an electric appliances and computers discount shopping center (Drive through)
- Ueno - noted for its park and market area 'Ameyoko' for bargain shopping (Drive through)
- Asakusa Kannon Temple (also known as Senso-ji or Sensoji) and Nakamise Shopping Street - The oldest and most popular temple in Tokyo. A promenade section called Nakamise-dori is basically both sides of narrow, paved entranceway to the temple crammed with tiny food and souvenir shops.
- Mitsuo Aida Museum - As a brush-and-ink calligrapher and poet, Mitsuo Aida continued to pursue his own words and his own calligraphy. You can feel the value of his works physically and emotionally.
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Nihon Sankei
The Three Views of Japan: they are Miyajima, Amanohashidate and Matsushima. Don't expect majestic scenery, for the beauty is much more subtle.
Miyajima is famous for the floating red torii gate. Of course, depending on the timeeee you visit, you might find it lodged in the mud. You get to the island by taking a ferry from Miyajima-guchi, which is on the local line from Hiroshima.
Amanohashidate is the pine tree-lined sand-spit. You are meant to see it, by bending over, and seeing it framed by your legs. The "bridge to heaven" then floats, as you try to achieve some stability. You can get there by train from Kyoto station. JR Rail Pass holders will note that there is an additional supplement for the private leg of the train journey.
Matsushima is a collection of pine laden islets, sitting on a bay. You get there by taking the local train from Sendai to Matsuhima Kaigan station.
Kyoto temples and shrines
Kyoto is full of historical temples and shrines because it was the old capital of Japan. The best way to travel around Kyoto is by foot and bus. At the main train station in Kyoto, one can easily find a map and information on the bus routes including many of the historical buildings and tourist attractions. The bus station is right outside of the train station and all that needs to be done is buy a day pass and use the bus to get around following the map. A lot of the sites are close together so it is easy to walk around from one to the other.
Kiyomizu Dera is one of the more popular temples to visit. Before you leave this temple that is on a hill, it is tradition to drink the water that comes from the mountain tops. You will notice this exiting at the bottom (different from the main entrance). It is best to go when the weather is moderately warm and the sun is out especially to see the Golden Temple.
| Tokyo Seaside Afternoon in Odaiba |
4 hours |
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Start with a ferryboat ride, which is a regular shuttle between Hinode pier and Odaiba Park. You can enjoy a spectacular view of Tokyo Harbour
Visit the futuristic waterfront city of Odaiba Tokyo, built on the new reclaimed land by the side of the old battery islands (Odaiba) made by Shogun. Odaiba Tokyo is often referred to as New Tokyo and a popular spot for romantic couples.
Computerized Transit "Yurikamome"- enjoy a "driverless train" ride from Odaiba to Telecom Center. Also visit the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation. A New type of science museum that links people directly with the new wisdom of the 21st century.
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