Tokyo, the most fast paced metropolitan city of the world is the capital of Japan with a history to unearth, a present to savour and a future that will captivate the world to a standstill. This fast paced city is worth a visit for within its perimeter are attractions and sights that are sure to keep you returning year after year to capture its essence. Begin your leisurely exploration from the wonderful Tsukiji city of Japan near the Sumida River that plays host to some of the must visit destinations in the whole of Japan.
Tsukiji Fish Market is openly declared as the best place in the world to have sushi. On a global context this market is the biggest wholesale seafood and fish market area and is one of the major attractions for the overseas visitor. In close proximity is another key destination for the sightseer and devote Buddhist. The Temple of Tsukiji Honganji, which was constructed in Asakusa in 1617, was burnt to the ground in a city-wide fire in 1657 and was not rebuilt to its original glorious state for a very long time until Itō Chūta of the University of Tokyo redesigned it to the staggering beauty it is today. The unique architecture of the interior and the exterior is refreshingly beautiful and exceptional.
The Edo-Tokyo Museum is a must visit for those of you who enjoy history and cultural discovery. This special exhibition gallery serves as a preservation of the historical heritage and culture of Edo-Tokyo with galleries that allow visitors to enjoy exhibits themed on the history and culture of Tokyo. Another great spectacle for the foreign and local visitor is the Meiji Jingu Shrine, a shrine built in the lasting memory of the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his wife, Empress Shōken. Its beautiful landscape is truly a tranquilizing and mesmeric sight.
For the more fun loving and enthusiastic shopaholic the place to wind down is Shibuya. This is the shopping district of Tokyo commonly denoted as the centre of fashion in Japan. The vibrant nightlife and the exciting shopping malls make it one of the most popular destinations highly sought after, especially by the youth.
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