Tokyo

Tokyo

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October 14th 2007
Well we have finally arrived! Spent 4 days in the metropolis of Tokyo which we absolutely loved!! Amazing place, lots of skyscrapers and neon and ultra modern gadgets, like loos with warm seats and a wash option, but also beautiful gardens with lakes full of lotus flowers and traditional temples. Several embarrassing experiences such as not being able to get into starbucks cos we didn't see the l ... read more

Asia » Japan » Tokyo » Ikebukuro

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In 1603, a Tokugawa shogunate (military dictatorship) ushered in a long period of isolation from foreign influence in order to secure its power. For 250 years this policy enabled Japan to enjoy stability and a flowering of its indigenous culture. Fol... ... read more