Author: Mayumi Watanabe
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Kabukicho: Shinjuku’s Nightlife Hub
Kabukicho in Shinjuku blends neon-lit nightlife with nearby historic alleys, modern onsen, and entertainment hubs like Kabukicho Tower.
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Saizeriya: Affordable Italian Dining in Japan
Saizeriya offers affordable Italian-inspired cuisine with a Japanese twist, featuring pizzas, pastas, and doria in a casual dining atmosphere.
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Tokyu Plaza: Harajuku’s Architectural Landmark
Tokyu Plaza in Harajuku is a multi-story shopping complex featuring a mirrored entrance, rooftop garden, and unique architecture.
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Ameyoko Market: Ueno’s Vibrant Street Scene
Ameya-Yokocho in Ueno offers seafood, street food, and international cuisines in a vibrant post-war market setting.
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Shin-Okubo: Tokyo’s Korean Hub
Shin-Okubo offers Korean cuisine, K-pop merchandise, K-beauty shops, and diverse cultures in a lively Tokyo neighborhood.
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Shinjuku Golden Gai: A Timeless Nightlife Haven
Golden Gai in Shinjuku offers a nostalgic nightlife experience with intimate bars, historic architecture, and nearby dining options.
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Benesse Art Site Naoshima: Where Art Meets Nature
Benesse Art Site Naoshima offers contemporary art, architecture by Tadao Ando, and natural harmony across Naoshima, Teshima, and Inujima.
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Chiba: Beyond Tokyo’s Border
Chiba Prefecture, next to Tokyo, offers beaches, historic sites, fresh seafood, and attractions like Tokyo Disneyland.
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Okuno Building Ginza: A Historic Landmark of Art and Antiques
The Okuno Building in Ginza, built in the early 20th century, features antique shops, art galleries, and the unique Room 306 Project, blending history and creativity.
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Chiba: Gateway to Nature and Attractions
Chiba, next to Tokyo, offers nature, history, culinary delights, and attractions like Tokyo Disneyland and Shinshoji Temple.
