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During your two-day visit to Tokyo, Japan, you'll have the opportunity to explore a wide range of attractions and experiences in this vibrant metropolis. Here's a suggested itinerary to make the most of your time:
Day 1:
Tsukiji Outer Market: Start your day early by visiting the Tsukiji Outer Market, where you can experience the bustling atmosphere and sample delicious fresh seafood and other local treats.
Asakusa: Head to Asakusa to visit Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest and most famous temple. Explore the Nakamise-dori shopping street leading to the temple, where you can find traditional souvenirs and snacks.
Tokyo Skytree: After visiting Asakusa, make your way to the Tokyo Skytree, one of the tallest towers in the world. Take in breathtaking views of the city from the observation decks.
Akihabara: Experience the electric and otaku culture in Akihabara, known for its numerous electronics stores, anime shops, and maid cafes.
Shibuya Crossing and Hachiko Statue: In the evening, head to Shibuya to witness the famous Shibuya Crossing, one of the busiest pedestrian crossings in the world. Don't forget to visit the Hachiko Statue, a symbol of loyalty and a popular meeting spot.
Day 2:
Meiji Shrine and Yoyogi Park: Start your second day by visiting the serene Meiji Shrine, surrounded by a lush forest in the heart of Tokyo. Take a walk through Yoyogi Park, a peaceful oasis adjacent to the shrine.
Harajuku: Explore the quirky and fashionable district of Harajuku, known for its trendy shops, colorful street art, and unique fashion styles.
Omotesando: Walk along Omotesando Avenue, often referred to as Tokyo's Champs-Élysées, lined with stylish shops and cafes.
Takeshita Street: Visit Takeshita Street in Harajuku, a bustling street filled with trendy boutiques, crepe stands, and souvenir shops.
Shinjuku: In the evening, head to Shinjuku, a bustling entertainment and commercial district. Visit Kabukicho, Tokyo's famous nightlife area, and take in the neon lights and vibrant atmosphere.
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building: End your day with a visit to the observation decks of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building in Shinjuku for stunning nighttime views of the city.
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The Ginza is Tokyo's most famous upmarket shopping, dining and entertainment district, featuring numerous department stores, boutiques, art galleries, restaurants, night clubs and cafes.
One square meter of land in the district's center is worth over ten million yen, making it one of the most expensive real estate in Japan. It is where you can find the infamous $10 cups of coffee and where virtually every leading brand name in fashion and cosmetics has a presence.
Meiji Shrine is a shrine dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken. Located just beside the JR Yamanote Line's busy Harajuku Station, Meiji Shrine and the adjacent Yoyogi Park make up a large forested area within the densely built-up city. The spacious shrine grounds offer walking paths that are great for a relaxing stroll.
The shrine was completed and dedicated to the Emperor Meiji and the Empress Shoken in 1920, eight years after the passing of the emperor and six years after the passing of the empress. The shrine was destroyed during the Second World War but was rebuilt shortly thereafter.
The Tokyo National Museum, Tōkyō Kokuritsu Hakubutsukan) is the oldest and largest of Japan's top-level national museums, which also include the Kyoto National Museum, the Nara National Museum and the Kyushu National Museum. It was originally established in 1872 at Yushima Seido Shrine and moved to its current location in Ueno Park a few years later.
The Tokyo National Museum features one of the largest and best collections of art and archeological artifacts in Japan, made up of over 100,000 individual items including nearly a hundred national treasures. At any one time, about 4000 different items from the permanent museum collection are on display. In addition, visiting temporary exhibitions are also held regularly. Good English information and audio guides are available.
Sumo is a Japanese style of wrestling and Japan's national sport. It originated in ancient times as a performance to entertain the Shinto deities. Many rituals with religious background, such as the symbolic purification of the ring with salt, are still followed today. In line with tradition, only men practice the sport professionally in Japan.
The rules are simple: the wrestler who first exits the ring or touches the ground with any part of his body besides the soles of his feet loses. Matches take place on an elevated ring (dohyo), which is made of clay and covered in a layer of sand. A contest usually lasts only a few seconds, but in rare cases can take a minute or more. There are no weight restrictions or classes in sumo, meaning that wrestlers can easily find themselves matched off against someone many times their size. As a result, weight gain is an essential part of sumo training.
