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- Space Invader Treasure Hunt in Tokyo
- Tokyo 11. March. 2020
- Space invaders, Tokyo is still under attack from the blast of the past that still inspires many fans. Hunting down its pieces can be one fun way to explore a city. It may seem prehistoric nowadays, but its games are still on hit, most recent one to be launched in March 2020. As part of the mystery Frenchman’s “attacks”, he has pasted a wide variety of Space Invaders-themed mosaics in Tokyo. Let’s see how many we can spot… Space Invader Treasure Hunt Taking the Tokyo Invader Map found online, it was a challenge to hunt down many of the Space Invaders pieces scattered around in this labyrinth of small streets with a collection of vintage and secondhand boutiques and shops in Harajuku. Of all, this was far most the easiest to spot. On the far end of the street on the right side, can you detect the mosaic art? TK80 Space Invader Street Art, found it! Having heart palpitation from finding the first ever Space Invaders mosaic street art, with excitement to find more, the map took me to the next place. The only clue other than the map was a picture of the art so the only way to discover this hidden invaders was to match it with the actual scenery you are standing at.Many of these mosaic streetarts are pasted up on buildings high above street level or below hidden in a place where you wouldn’t think to look, so don’t forget to stop and take a 360 degree turn around. And when you do find it, you’re rewarded with a random little Invader surprise. (Maybe there is a better map that is more up to date however, the one I used only had a tiny picture of the art and not much surrounding so I had to use my imagination to visualize)After hunting down one, comes the rush of addiction to score high to capture as many as possible, however, my heart was torn apart when I finally arrived at the site to see some of the art was demolished. bottle (top left),TK35 (top right),TK69ABC(bottom right) and TK43 (bottom left) were all gone but the remains were barely visible Better luck next time, all in all it was a new fun way to see the town from different perspectives. Within just 90 minutes, many of the pieces that were centered in Harajuku/Omotesando area was easily found if familiar with the area and have a good map to guide you. Because of the never ending evolving city, many of the buildings that supposed to have had the mosaic art, were gone, making it super hard to visualize and search through its remains. My urge to tracking them were causing irritation and after sundown, I’ve decided to restart my hunt, this time in Shibuya. From the rumors, mosaic art may be themed and adapted to a particular location; in Japan probably being the Astro Boy by Osamu Tezuka. Under the elevated rail tracks of JR line hides Astro Boy For this hunt, one crucial item to make the search even exciting and competitive is the FlashInvaders app, free to download on your smartphone. This connects worldwide hunters to show off how many you’ve found by allowing you to snap a photo of each invader. You can zoom in while using the camera on this app so even if the mosaic art is high up, you can still be able to capture it. Once captured, it will show the catalog number, date of creation and the name of the piece. And what’s great about it is that you can score points for hunting down the invaders. Ta-da! I got you Astro Boy! One final catch of the day was just a minute walk from Astro Boy. There seems to be a lot more in Shibuya and its surrounding areas so my hunt shall continue…Happy hunting everyone! Can you see where the invader is? Cute little red guy kind of camouflaged on the wall ©NAVITIME JAPAN. Travel Info Check out our travel tips to make your trip better!
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- Flight of Dreams: The New Theme Park in Chubu Centrair International Airport,Nagoya
- 3. March. 2020
- The Flight of Dreams is a new facility at the Chubu Centrair International Airport in Aichi Prefecture. It’s an airplane theme park featuring innovative experiences centered around the first Boeing 787 ever produced. Here you can enjoy interactive exhibits created by the world-renowned teamLab. There’s even a Seattle-themed food court right under the wing of the 787, offering a gourmet taste of America while you gaze at the plane. What’s the Flight of Dreams? Flight of Dreams The Flight of Dreams is an airplane theme park that houses the first Boeing 787, complete with exhibits that airplane fanatics will surely drool over. Plus, there’s a food court offering dining specialties of Seattle set in a lovely space that looks like it’s straight out its namesake American city. It’s the ideal place to wait for a flight at Chubu International Airport, centrally located in Aichi Prefecture, Japan.Official Website: FLIGHT OF DREAMS TeamLab Interactive Exhibits and Plane Tours Fly with 787 Dreamliner The main attraction is the first Boeing 787, which has actually been in-flight service. TeamLab, the creative group gaining a lot of attention around the world, has put together interactive digital exhibits that are available in a paid area of the theme park.Once you enter the facility, head to the first-floor ticket counter and take care of admission. You can reserve tickets beforehand and gain access to the park without standing in line, if you want to save yourself some time. You can enter the cockpit on the Plane Tours. Of the many digital exhibits available, you have to see the “Fly with 787 Dreamliner” show. It incorporates the 787 and theme park into a dazzling display of images and sounds. If you view it from the fourth-floor Observation Space, then the distinction between the building’s walls and the floor disappears, giving the sensation that you’re actually flying with the airplane. Nighttime Cityscape Foodcourt: Seattle Terrace Nighttime Cityscape Foodcourt: Seattle Terrace Right next to the 787 you’ll find a plaza decorated with foreign street lamps and lined with restaurants. This is the Seattle Terrace, based on, you guessed it, the American city of Seattle. It’s exhilarating to be able to look up and see the plane’s wing just overhead, making for novel scenery. Top 3 Food Recommendations for Seattle Terrace Foodcourt: Seattle Terrace The food court isn’t just nice to look at, either. The restaurant lineup for the terrace centers around American cuisine specific to Seattle. Take a chance and order whatever catches your eye, then kick back and enjoy your delicious meal while checking out the massive 787 nearby. There are plenty of food options, but we’ve picked out 3 of our favorites to show you. ― Beecher’s Handmade Cheese Order the Mac & Cheese Beecher’s Handmade Cheese has its main branch in Seattle’s famous Pike Place Market, and it’s a wildly popular cheese shop.Order the Mac & Cheese for piping hot macaroni covered in creamy, flavorful cheese. The cheese’s rich and slightly salty taste makes it almost criminally delicious. The main location in Seattle is usually swamped with visitors, but this hideaway location lets you order right away. The gooey Grilled Cheese Sandwich is also highly recommended. Wildly popular cheese shop Beecher’s Handmade Cheese ― The Pike Brewing Restaurant and Craft Beer Bar 1kg Big Burger The Pike Pub was founded in 1989 along with The Pike Brewing Co. It’s widely acclaimed not only by locals but by visitors from all over the world. This is their first location in Japan, and among the over 2,000 craft breweries along America’s West Coast, it’s one of the most popular. They offer an impressive menu with favorites like steaks and clam chowder. But you should get the 1kg Big Burger and have a great time sharing it among friends. The Pike Brewing Restaurant and Craft Beer Bar ― Eltana Handmade bagel shop This is a handmade bagel shop born in Seattle. Since the bagels are made in a high-temperature oven, the outside is crispy, while the inside is still chewy and moist. They’ve got 13 spread options ranging from full and hearty to sweet and light. You can choose whichever suits your bagel or your mood the best. Sometimes it’s nice to just wonder over the tasty possibilities. Eltana Limited Edition Souvenirs: Official Boeing Store Official Boeing Store Patches This shop is the first Official Boeing Store not located in America.They offer Boeing goods directly imported from the U.S., plus a solid lineup of limited edition products only available at this location. You’ll find objects and furniture items made from real aircraft that airplane fanatics will love. Blue stickers ©NAVITIME JAPAN. 旅行ガイド 楽しい旅をサポートする、便利なお役立ち情報をお届けします。
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- Tokyo Strawberry Park
- Kanagawa 19. February. 2020
- Tokyo Strawberry Park is a strawberry-loving wonderland technically located Yokohama. One of the city’s newer themed parks, it opened in April 2018 and has since become one of Yokohama’s most popular attractions with both locals and tourists. Created and run by TEPCO(Tokyo Electric Power Company ) Fuel & Power, Inc. The Tokyo Strawberry Park is a fascinating combination of technology, innovation, natural wonder, and endless mouthwatering berries. If you’re looking for a unique adventure, something to keep the family entertained on a rainy day or a solution to your sweet-tooth cravings, this is the place to go. Tokyo Strawberry Park Yokohama is the unofficial home of Japan’s strawberry obsession. Each February since 2013 the city has hosted the Yokohama Strawberry Festival at Akarenga (the red brick warehouse district). It’s an event that draws thousands of visitors eager to learn more about the world of strawberry cultivation, and sample local produce. If you are in town during the event it’s well worth visiting, however, if not, you can visit Tokyo Strawberry Park all year round. From the exterior, it’s a rather unassuming building, but behind the closed doors, it’s a colorful, fruity oasis. Breathing fresh life into the otherwise rather industrial neighborhood of Tsurumi, the inside of the park couldn’t be more unexpected. As soon as you step through the doors be prepared to be transported to a whole new, sweet dimension, a pink and red wonderland bursting with life, and juicy berries. Tokyo Strawberry Park Strawberries are generally considered not the easiest fruits to grow. They require ideal soil, careful cultivation techniques and perfect seasons to survive, they’re also notoriously expensive. Luckily, however, the scientific brains behind the Tokyo Strawberry Park are using a greenhouse system complete with cutting-edge technology that recreates the ideal strawberry climate. This means no matter the season you can pick juicy, ready to eat strawberries straight from the vine, all year round, rain, hail or shine. Tokyo Strawberry Park [ Japan Route Finder & Calculator： To Tokyo Strawberry Park ] The easiest way to get to the park from Yokohama station is via car or taxi, which takes about 15-20 minutes each way depending on the traffic. If you’re traveling by public transport, you can take the Keihintohoku Line from Yokohama Station and get off at Tsurumi Station, then from Tsurumi Ekimae Bus Stop it’s a 17-minute ride on the bus number 181, the fare will cost 390 yen each way. It’s open from 11am-4pm weekdays (shut Wednesday) and 10am - 6pm on weekends and public holidays .Official web：Japan Route Finder & Calculator ：Japan Route Finder & Calculator To Tokyo Strawberry Park ©NAVITIME JAPAN. Travel Info Check out our travel tips to make your trip better!
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- The BBQ Beach in Toyosu
- Tokyo 16. February. 2020
- The BBQ Beach in Toyosu is a new hangout spot, with a white sand recreational area, a pleasant view of Tokyo Bay, and the atmosphere of a luxurious holiday resort. If barbecuing in a relaxing setting is your thing, read on to plan your next get-together. What is The BBQ Beach in Toyosu? Opened in October 2019, The BBQ Beach in Toyosu is one of the largest BBQ sites in Tokyo. At this brand new, 1,000-seat facility, you can enjoy panoramic views of Tokyo Bay on a sunny day and a superb cityscape by night featuring the illuminated Rainbow Bridge. The site's aesthetics are enhanced by the color white, which creates a clean and crisp feel. It is also a family-friendly site, with white sandboxes and hammocks in the playground that accommodate playful children and their parents. The BBQ Beach in Toyosu The BBQ Beach in Toyosu The BBQ Beach in Toyosu How to choose the best seats There are three seating areas to choose from Casual Zone, Deluxe Zone, and Luxury Zone. The Casual Zone is close to the food and drink bar while the Deluxe Zone has convenient access to a variety of facilities. The Luxury Zone is close to the bay and features spacious, comfortable sofas. If you wish to enjoy your BBQ with an expansive ocean view, seaside seats are available for an extra 1,000 yen. Choose the best seats Choose the best seats Choose the best seats How to organize your food Once you’ve decided on your seats, it’s time to choose your BBQ. Guests can pre-order platters and a la carte items upon reservation or bring their own food and drink. If you have time, consider buying fresh seafood from the Toyosu Market. The market also has fruit, vegetable and other food vendors, so you can easily source what you need for your BBQ. How to organize your food How to organize your food How to organize your food No-fuss restaurant-style BBQ The costs of all necessary equipment, such as charcoal, stove, grilling nets, and cooking utensils are covered when you choose your seats. Basic BBQ seasonings, including salt, pepper, soy sauce, and BBQ sauces, are also provided on each table. The facility is equipped with trash bins, so you don’t need to take your trash home. Preparation and clean-up are all done by the on-site staff, so you can just go empty-handed and come home with a full stomach. No-fuss restaurant-style BBQ No-fuss restaurant-style BBQ No-fuss restaurant-style BBQ Prices The prices of different reservation types are as follows:● Casual Zone without platters: 1,500 yen for adults, 750 yen for primary school students● Casual Zone with platters: 3,000 yen for adults, 1,730 yen for primary school students● Deluxe Zone without platters: 1,700 yen for adults, 850 yen for primary school students● Deluxe Zone with platters: 3,200 yen for adults, 1,830 yen for primary school students● Luxury Zone without platters: 2,000 yen for adults, 1,000 yen for primary school students● Luxury Zone with platters: 3,500 yen for adults, 1,980 yen for primary school students Prices You can add all-you-can-drink options (no reservation needed) from the following: 300 yen for the soft drink only, 1,000 yen for soft drink and limited alcohol, and 1,500 yen for soft drink and all alcoholic drinks.There are 10 platters available (starting from 980 yen), all of which require pre-reservation. Some a la carte options (starting from 300 yen) can be ordered on the spot. But if you want to secure your food, a reservation is recommended. Prices Prices Opening hours Hours vary depending on the day of the week. Early reservations are recommended for weekends.Weekday slots are limited to four hours.Group 1: 12:00 pm-4:00 pmGroup 2: 6:00 pm-10:00 pmWeekend slots are limited to three hours.Saturdays and middle days of consecutive weekendsGroup 1: 10:00 am-1:00 pmGroup 2: 2:30 pm-5:30 pmGroup 3: 7:00 pm-10:00 pmSundays and national holidaysGroup 1: 11:00 am-2:00 pmGroup 2: 4:00 pm-7:00 pm Opening hours Access The BBQ Beach in Toyosu is a 15-minute walk from Shijo-mae Station on the Yurikamome Line. Once you exit the ticket gate, walk towards the Fish Intermediate Wholesale Market Building. After finding the building, keep walking towards Tokyo Bay until you find a playground. Here you should turn right and keep walking until you see the white building signed THE BBQ BEACH in TOYOSU and a large carpark. Access Access ©NAVITIME JAPAN. Travel Info Check out our travel tips to make your trip better!
