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Tokyo Tower

4.0

8296 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Tokyo Minato-ku Shibakouen 4-2-8

This is a full-purpose radio tower in Shiba Park in Minato City, Tokyo. The tower began operating in 1958, and has remained as a landmark symbol of Tokyo, receiving many tourists from both in and out of Japan every year. Reaching 333 meters at its apex, the tower has a main observation deck at 150 meters, and a top deck at 250 meters, providing a panoramic view of the greater Tokyo area. The lighting of the tower, changed seasonally in various colors, is popular with many. A commercial complex, the Foot Town, is arrayed with souvenir, character goods, and eatery shops at the base of the tower.

I did enjoy going up this tower to the top. The views were very impressive. It is well run with many friendly staff. A must do in Tokyo.
Hama-rikyu Gardens

4.5

1927 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Tokyo Chuou-ku Hamarikyuteien

This is a traditional garden located in the Chuo City of Tokyo with a unique Shioiri-no-ike (pond). “Shioiri” is a technique of drawing in sea water and using its tidal movements to change the shape of the pond. Hama-rikyu is one of the most famous Edo period gardens with its Shioiri-no-ike and its two goose-hunting places. On the island in the middle of the pond is the “Nakajima-no-ochaya (central island teahouse)” where guests can have tea and traditional cakes. The gardens are a nine-minute walk from Shiodome Station. In spring, visitors can enjoy the cherry blossoms, while in autumn cosmos flowers and colorful fall foliage make for splendid sights.

Our private guide took us here as part of our day exploring Tokyo. Its a beautiful walk through the old hunting grounds of the Shogun. Today, the gardeners do a fabulous job of maintaining the...
Zojoji Temple

4.0

2177 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Tokyo Minato-ku Shibakouen 4-7-35

This temple that belongs to the Jodo sect is located in Shiba Park in Tokyo’s Minato City and is situated close to the base of Tokyo Tower. Zojoji Temple was founded by the monk Yuyo Shoso shonin in 1393 as an orthodox and fundamental nembutsu seminary for the Jodo sect. It used to be a large-scale temple with more than 120 buildings and more than 100 dormitories, and structures such as the Important Cultural Property Sangedatsumon (Three Gates of Liberation) that escaped damage from the war and the reconstructed main hall give an indication of the temple’s former glory. Tokyo Tower can be seen in the background behind the main hall, making this a popular photo spot. Inside the temple is the mausoleum of the Tokugawa family which contains six of the 15 Tokugawa shoguns.

A temple that is far from all the attractions in the city In my opinion it is worth a visit not only because of its days but because of its place and its message The temple is dedicated to babies...
Sengakuji

4.5

633 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Tokyo Minato-ku Takanawa 2-11-1

This is a temple of the Soto sect known for containing the cemetery of Asano Naganori and the 47 Akoroshi (Akogishi) warriors famous for “Chushingura” the story of how they avenged the death of their master ending in their death. It is a temple built in 1612 by Tokugawa Ieyasu in outer Sakurada to mourn for Imagawa Yoshimoto. After being destroyed by fire the temple was moved to Takanawa, Minato City in Tokyo. On the grounds there is Ako Gishi's Memorial Hall, a memorial hall for the Akogishi Warriors and many artefacts are on display. Many people visit the temple in the spring and winter when a festival for the warriors is held.

This shrine was on my B-list of sites to visit - SO thankful that the woman sitting next to my daughter on the flight to Japan insisted we visited it. Like so many other shrines, it has the peace...
Shiba Park

4.0

373 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Tokyo Minato-ku Shibakouen 1, 2, 3 and 4-chome

This is a public park in Minato City, Tokyo centered around Zojoji Temple. The park is one of the oldest public parks in Japan, having opened in 1873 during the Meiji period. The park uses a site that was on the grounds of Zojoji Temple. “Shiba Park” is a general term to collectively describe the park together with the adjoining Minato City’s Shiba Park. There are many trees with a long history scattered through the garden, and there are also facilities such as a baseball stadium, tennis courts and a children’s playground. In the park, there is an open space with a vast lawn, a location which commands a view of Tokyo Tower, a dating spot and a spot which is known as a location for film shoots.

Walked through the park after we visited Tokyo Tower! It was already dark so we didn’t see or do much but the park seemed like an awesome park to hang out with your friends and or family!
Kyu-Shiba-rikyu Gardens

4.0

341 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Tokyo Minato-ku Kaigan 1

These are daimyo (feudal lord) gardens in the style of the early Edo period located in Tokyo’s Minato City. They are circuit-style gardens built in the palace of Tadatomo Okubo, an official from the Edo period. Buildings and trees were damaged after the Great Kanto Earthquake in 1923, but the next year, in 1924, the garden was donated as part of a marriage celebration from the Imperial Prince to the City of Tokyo, then were restored and opened to the public in April of the same year. In 1979, Kyu-Shiba-rikyu Gardens were nominated as one of the countries’ Places of Scenic Beauty. They are a three-minute walk from Hamamatsucho Station.

Truly classic Japanese landscape garden in central Tokyo, located just next to Hamamatsucho Station. The origin of the garden has a story. It was beginning of spring when we visited and the day was...
Shiba Daijingu

3.5

124 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Tokyo Minato-ku Shibadaimon 1-12-7

A very quiet well maintained shrine hidden in the neighbourhood. Shiba Daijingu shrine dates back to the year 1005.
Aqua Park Shinagawa

Leisure / Hobbies

Tokyo Minato-ku Takanawa 4-10-30 within Shinagawa Prince Hotel

This aquarium and urban entertainment facility is located inside the Shinagawa Prince Hotel in Minato City, Tokyo. The aquarium’s main attraction are its dolphin performances held in a circular pool in the center of the facility; ticket holders can enjoy a stunning show which interweaves light and sound with the sleek acrobatics of the dolphins. The aquarium’s jungle-themed zone houses exhibits presenting freshwater fish and reptiles as well as the park’s popular capybaras. The facility is filled with other interesting attractions, including the fantastical jellyfish zone and a 20 meter long tunnel aquarium.
Rainbow Bridge

Travel / Tourism

Tokyo Minato-ku Kaigan 3

This large suspension bridge connects Tokyo’s Shibaura and Daiba areas. It’s a popular place for a night drive as it is illuminated in seven colors, and frequently appears on television and in movies. It’s 800 meters long, and features a roughly 1.7-kilometer, free pedestrian path that offers views of the bay during the day and of the Tokyo skyline at night.
Koyasan Tokyo Betsuin Temple

4.0

49 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Tokyo Minato-ku Takanawa 3-15-18

A Buddhist temple located at 3 Chome Takanawa, Minato City, Tokyo. The temple was originally built in 1673 as the Koyasan Edo Zaibansho Kouya-ji temple. In 1927 the temple was designated a branch temple (betsuin) of the Kongobu-ji Temple, the head temple of Shingon Buddhism. Today, the temple is also popularly known as the Takanawa Musubi Daishi.

Located on the opposite corner to the Takanawa Fire Department Building and behind the Takanawa Police Station you will find this large and impressive temple.Worth a look.This is a branch of a large...
Shinagawa Stellar Ball

4.0

5 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Tokyo Minato-ku Takanawa 4-10-30

A live performance hall located inside the Aqua Park Shinagawa aquarium, an entertainment facility. Popular Japanese singer/songwriter Yumi Matsutoya christened the hall with its name, and famous artists perform here on a daily basis. The expansive hall can seat 800 or accommodate over 1,700 standing. The hall also has a terrace floor and drink counter.

ステージが高く奥行きがあり、フロアは横に広い作りなので、どこからでもよく見える。studio coastを新しくして大きくした感じ。天井も高く、様々なイベント、特に演劇とかには向いてそう。スタンディングが可能なハコとしては、都内屈指。
Shinagawa Season Terrace

3.0

1 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Tokyo Minato-ku Kounan 1-2-70

Built around a skyscraper in the Konan district of Tokyo’s Minato City, this facility is comprised of a 32-story tower, a low-rise annex building, and an expansive green space that also includes an event plaza. Floors one through three are a commercial zone featuring approximately 20 shops—mainly restaurants including the Tokyo debut of a grill restaurant and new style shops. With a complete range of gourmet food spanning Japanese, Western and Chinese dishes, this is a popular place for nearby office workers to enjoy lunch or a meal after work. Floors five and above are part of an office zone which is occupied by many famous companies.

このシーズンに嬉しい焼き芋のフェスティバルが開催されていました。日本全国から集まった焼き芋屋さんの美味しい焼き芋が味わえるとあって普段は静かなシーズンテラスですが、沢山の人で賑わっていました。珍しい芋やサツマイモを使ったスイーツもあって目移りします。ただし、凄い人でどの店も行列必死です。飲食スペースは沢山用意してあるので皆でわいわい食べるのが良さそうです。
Nikon Museum

4.5

52 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Tokyo Minato-ku Konan 2-15-3 Shinagawa Intercity C Building 2F

A corporate museum opened by the camera and optical equipment manufacturer Nikon to commemorate its 100th anniversary. Featuring displays on Nikon's history, products, and technologies, it's located on the 2nd floor of Shinagawa Intercity Tower C where the company has its head office. Popular with photography first timers, the Lens Laboratory lets you experiment with focusing and shutter speed. There are about 500 items on display, including lenses and cameras ranging from the company's first commercially available camera, the Nikon Model I, to DSLR models.

A surprising experience even it not a total camera buff. An impressive range of display material and narrative to support them. Take some time to watch the videos available and reignite your passion...
TOKYO SHIBA TOFUYA UKAI

4.5

935 Reviews

Gourmet / Alcohol

Tokyo Minato-ku Shibakouen 4-4-13

Tokyo Shiba Ukai Tofu Shop wins high marks for its tofu, made with water drawn from a well 120 meters deep and carefully selected, high quality soybeans. Customers can taste seasonal flavors, including tofu in seasoned soymilk and dashi, appetizer plates, and sashimi. Two kinds of lunchtime course meals only available on weekdays are recommended for a little luxurious lunch. Ukai's evening meals are recommended for special occasions and celebrations.

The setting, service and experience is exceptional and worth the visit. The 4 of us had our own room and 2 of us had a vegan kaiseki menu, the others had some fish and meat too. Each dish was...
ecute (Shinagawa Station)

Leisure / Hobbies

Tokyo Minato-ku Takanawa 3-26-27 JR East Japan Shinagawa station premises

ecute (Shinagawa Station) is a commercial facility located inside JR Shinagawa Station, beyond the ticket barrier. It has a wide range of restaurants and shops, including cafes and restaurants that are ideal either for regular everyday use or for killing time while waiting for a train, high-quality boxed lunches from famous stores that are a must for anyone travelling on the Shinkansen high-speed train, branches of famous Tokyo confectionery stores, shops selling various lifestyle products, etc. Many of the stores in ecute (Shinagawa Station) have been attracting a great deal of attention, including Saza Coffee, which has won high praise from coffee aficionados.
Tokyo Islands

3.5

25 Reviews

Shopping

Tokyo Minato-ku Kaigan 1-12-2 Takeshiba Passenger Terminal

A local specialty products showroom located inside the Takeshiba Passenger Ship Terminal a one-minute walk from the east exit of Takeshiba Station on the Yurikamome Line. The showroom sells specialty products from the many islands under the jurisdiction of Tokyo; there's also a cafe and restaurant which serves original foods made using an abundance of island ingredients. Island liquors such as shochu and rum; and shiokara fermented seafood paste, island nori seaweed sheets, and other island seafood products make great souvenirs. The most popular item on the restaurant's menu is the minced and breaded brownstriped mackerel scad cutlet burger. The showroom also has free Wi-Fi.

JR浜松町駅から歩いて20分弱、竹芝客船ターミナル内にある、カフェです。竹芝桟橋から出ている「ヴァンテアン」に乗った際、利用しました。カフェの横にお土産コーナーが併設されていて、八丈島などの名産品などが買えます。今回、あしたばと黒ごまのやみつきラスクというものを購入。ほんのりあしたばの青臭さと胡麻の香りがするペーストがラスクに塗られていて、面白いお味でした。
JR East Shiki Theatre Aki

Leisure / Hobbies

Tokyo Minato-ku Kaigan 1-10-48

This musical theater within walking distance of Hamamatsucho Station, Daimon Station, and Takeshiba Station that is used exclusively by the SHIKI THEATRE COMPANY is divided up into two theaters, Haru (Spring) and Aki (Autumn). Haru has 1,255 seats while Aki has 907 seats, though this changes depending on the program. Haru is used for long-running performances of large-scale foreign musicals, and Aki is characteristic for hosting programs that change every few months such as SHIKI original musicals. Both theaters will suspend operations as of the end of June 2017 for reconstruction work and are scheduled to reopen for public performances in 2020.
"NOMURA/JR East Shiki Theatre ""Haru"""

Leisure / Hobbies

Tokyo Minato-ku Kaigan 1-10-48
Gyokuho-ji Temple

3.5

10 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Tokyo Minato-ku Mita 4-11-19

A Soto Buddhist temple located in 4 Chome Mita, Minato City. According to an ancient legend, a bruise on the face of the temple's chief priest was healed after rubbing makeup powder on the face of a Jizo (Kshitigarbha) statue located on the grounds. Popularly known as the Powder Jizo, the statue is said to aid in attaining beauty and is quickly becoming a popular attraction.

玉鳳寺は白金高輪駅から徒歩6分くらいのところにある曹洞宗の禅寺です。1月に近辺の寺院を巡った時に参拝しました。立派な山門が目立つ寺院です。山門の横に御化粧延命地蔵尊が祀られています。白くお化粧をされたお地蔵様です。美肌にご利益があるとのことです。この寺院は梅巌俊鷟大和尚が開山となり、1599年に八丁掘に創建され、1633年に現在の地に移転されたとのことです。神社仏閣に興味がある方は近辺の寺院と共に...
Le Pain Quotidien (Shiba Park Branch)

Gourmet / Alcohol

Tokyo Minato-ku Shibakouen 3-3-1

Le Pain Quotidien uses wheat flour, leavening, water, and salt and takes as much time as necessary to produce bread that is simple yet rich tasting. It also serves food to accompany the bread, and this makes it popular. with customers who seek a refined atmosphere. Its salads and tartines can be served as light meals. Customers can enjoy Le Pain Quotidien in a variety of situations, such as brunch served till 3 p.m. and dinner served after 5 p.m., as well as its catering service. Among its desserts, the chocolate chip cookies and tarts are especially well regarded.

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