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Experience the many facets of Japanese culture and life in Tokyo
The city of Tokyo has long been Japan’s largest and important international hub, as well as a prime tourist destination for travellers around the world. The city is constantly at the forefront of modern technology, fashion, cuisine and entertainment, while beautifully preserving remnants of old Japan with temples, shrines and parks scattered throughout all 23 wards. As the host of the Summer Olympic Games 2020, the city of Tokyo has seen a significant increase of inbound tourists in recent years.
Among the many Shinto shrines in Tokyo, Meiji Jingu Shrine is without a doubt the most popular and iconic. The massive shrine located in the heart of Shibuya, just steps away from Harajuku Station and adjacent to Yoyogi Park. The contrast between the trendy shopping districts of Harajuku and Omotesando and the classical Japanese-style architecture of Meiji Jingu Shrine is truly symbolic of the city’s blend of modern and traditional design.
For fans of art, Tokyo is a haven filled with many prestigious museums. The Tokyo National Museum, located inside Ueno Park, is one of Japan’s oldest and most celebrated museums in Japan. The museum was built in 1872 and specializes in art, archeological objects and historical documents from Japan and other countries in Asia. With over 110,000 items on display, the Tokyo National Museum is a great place to learn about the history and cultures of Japan and Asia.
Although Tsukiji Market, Tokyo’s premier fish market, recently moved to Toyosu, it remains an extremely popular tourist destination site. Visitors can enjoy tasting all type of seafood as they walk along the tightly packed rows of vendors, or stop by one of the many small restaurants and cafes in the area for the freshest seafood dishes you can find in the city.
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Study and experience an authentic Japanese lifestyle in the nation’s capital
With the recent influx of foreign tourists, students and residents, Tokyo offers a wide selection of Japanese language schools to choose from. The Victoria Academy, located in the Yoyogi area of Shibuya, is an excellent school with highly experienced teachers, a comfortable learning environment and many amenities and facilities. The school offers customized courses geared towards students wishing to enter college or university, intensive short-term courses and courses to prepare students for career employment. Students are grouped together based on their level of Japanese to enable them to improve their Japanese without having to stress about catching up to fellow classmates.
The KAI Japanese School is located in Shinjuku, another major area of Tokyo. The school was founded in 1987 with an ideology to support student’s self realization taking innovation as the keyword. Methods such as cross-cultural understanding, exchange analysis, coaching, and communication skills are incorporated in the courses to maintain the motivation of the students. KAI offers four curriculums to meet the level and needs of each student, as well as summer courses and business Japanese courses.
Choose from the many comfortable SAKURA HOUSE residences throughout Tokyo
The Yoyogi Koen 1 share house and guest house is an excellent choice for visitors who wish to stay in the heart of Tokyo. The modern share house and guest house is located in a quiet and established residential neighborhood near Yoyogi Station, and is easily accessible from major areas such as Shibuya, Harajuku and Shinjuku. The four-story building has a total of 13 rooms, and each room features a common area that is equipped with a full kitchen, dining table, washing machines and other amenities.
Another popular residence among visitors on a budget who wish to stay in central Tokyo is the Tokyo Station apartment and guest house. Located within walking distance from Tokyo Station, the vibrant neighborhood offers a wide range of diverse restaurants, cafes and the popular Ginza shopping district. The five-story building features a studio type room on the third floor, and a room with two bunk beds on the fourth and fifth floor. Each floor is equipped with a kitchen, bathroom and other basic amenities, as well as access to free Wi-Fi.