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TOKYO WALKS There are many ways to see Tokyo as it is a huge metropolis with a population of nearly 12 million where older traditions and newer fashions have been interacting harmoniously for four cen- turies. One of the most recommendable ways, however, is to venture forth into the streets on your own so that you may feel first-hand the pulse of one of the world’s most bustling cities. Given herein are several recommended walking tours of Tokyo. If you wish more detailed information on each of the places of interest, please feel free to contact JNTO’s Tourist Information Center. N H H H H 1 2 3 4 6 5 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Imperial Palace and Kitanomaru Park 0 200m Metropolitan Police Department Subway Hibiya Line 日比谷線 Subway Toei-Mita Line 都営三田線 JR Tokyo Sta. 東京駅 JR JR Y Yurakucho Sta. urakucho Sta. 有楽町駅 有楽町駅 JR Yurakucho Sta. 有楽町駅 Otemachi Sta. Otemachi Sta. Otemachi Sta. Otemachi Sta. Otemachi Sta. 大手町駅 大手町駅 Otemachi Sta. 大手町駅 Tokyo Sta. 東京駅 Y Yurakucho urakucho Sta. Sta. 有楽町駅 有楽町駅 Y Yurakucho urakucho Sta. Sta. 有楽町駅 有楽町駅 Yurakucho Sta. 有楽町駅 T T oky okyo o International International F Forum orum 東京国際 東京国際Tokyo International Forum 東京国際フォーラム Hibiya Sta. Hibiya Sta. 比谷駅 比谷駅 Hibiya Sta. 日比谷駅 JNT JNTO's O's T T ourist ourist Inf Information ormation Center Center (10F (10F , , T TOKY OKYO K O KO OTSU KAIKAN) TSU KAIKAN) JNTO's Tourist Information Center (10F, TOKYO KOTSU KAIKAN) Nijubashi-mae Sta. Nijubashi-mae Sta. 二重橋前駅 二重橋前駅 Nijubashi-mae Sta. 二重橋前駅 Narunouchi Bldg. 丸ビル Narunouchi Bldg. 丸ビル Marunouchi Hotel 丸ノ内ホテル Marunouchi Hotel 丸ノ内ホテル Shin-Marunouchi Bld. 新丸ビル Shin-Marunouchi Bld. 新丸ビル Otemachi Otemachi Sta. Sta. Otemachi Sta. Hibiya Park 日比谷公園 Imperial Palace Plaza 皇居前広場 Otemon Gate Otemon Gate 大手門 大手門 Otemon Gate 大手門 Hiraka Hirakawamon Gate wamon Gate 平川門 平川門 Hirakawamon Gate 平川門 Mainichi Ne Mainichi Newspa wspapers pers 新聞社 新聞社 Mainichi Newspapers 毎日新聞社 Subway Chiyoda Line 千代田線 Subway Marunouchi Line 丸ノ内線 Takebashi Sta. 竹橋駅 Sannomaru Shozokan 宮内庁三の丸尚蔵館 Sannomaru Shozokan 宮内庁三の丸尚蔵館 National Museum of Modern National Museum of Modern Ar Art t 東京国立近代美術館 東京国立近代美術館 National Museum of Modern Art 東京国立近代美術館 Science Museum Science Museum 科学技術館 科学技術館 Science Museum 科学技術館 K Kudanshita Sta. udanshita Sta. 九段下駅 九段下駅 Kudanshita Sta. 九段下駅 Nippon Nippon Budokan Hall Budokan Hall 本武道館 本武道館 Nippon Budokan Hall 日本武道館 Kitanomaru Park 北の丸公園 Crafts Galler Crafts Gallery y 東京国立近代美術館 東京国立近代美術館 工芸館 工芸館 Crafts Gallery 東京国立近代美術館 工芸館 T Ta ayasumon Gate yasumon Gate 田安門 田安門 Tayasumon Gate 田安門 Yasukuni Shrine 靖国神社 British Embassy Diamond Hotel National Theatre 国立劇場 Hanzomon Gate 半蔵門 Imperial Palace 皇居 Subway Tozai Line 東西線 Kita-Hanebashimon Gate Kita-Hanebashimon Gate 北桔橋門 北桔橋門 Kita-Hanebashimon Gate 北桔橋門 Higashi Gy Higashi Gyoen oen 東御苑 東御苑 Higashi Gyoen 東御苑 Imperial Household Agency宮内庁 Sakuradamon Gate Sakuradamon Gate 桜田門 桜田門 Sakuradamon Gate 桜田門 Nijubashi Bridge Nijubashi Bridge 二重橋 二重橋 Nijubashi Bridge 二重橋 Sakuradamon Sta. Sakuradamon Sta. 桜田門駅 桜田門駅 Sakuradamon Sta. 桜田門駅 Chidorigafuchi Chidorigafuchi 千鳥 千鳥Chidorigafuchi 千鳥が淵 Subway Yurakucho Line 有楽町線 Subwa Subway Hanzomon Line y Hanzomon Line 半蔵門線 半蔵門線 Subway Hanzomon Line 半蔵門線 Otemachi Sta. Otemachi Sta. 大手町駅 大手町駅 Otemachi Sta. 大手町駅 15 min. 10 min. 20 min. 10 min. Tokyo Sta. (JR or Subway Marunouchi Line) ............. Imperial Palace Plaza ............. Nijubashi Bridge ............ Otemon Gate ...... 15 min. 5 min. Higashi Gyoen ...................... Kita-Hanebashimon Gate ................ Kitanomaru Park (Science Museum, Nippon Budokan Hall) 15 min. 5 min. 5 min. 30 min. (along the moat 15 min., inside Park 15 min.) ..............Tayasumon Gate ............... Yasukuni Shrine .............. Chidorigafuchi .................................................................................................................. 5 min. 5 min. Crafts Gallery .............. National Museum of Modern Art .............. Takebashi Sta. (Subway Tozai Line) Like many Tokyoites including marathon lovers, you can enjoy the Imperial Palace’s abundant natural beauty, massive stone walls and quiet moats. You will be easily reminded of Japan’s earlier feudal times. - correspond to those on the map above. IMPERIAL PALACE AND KITANOMARU PARK TOKYO WALKS PAGE 1 / 10 10th Fl., Tokyo Kotsu Kaikan Bldg., 2-10-1, Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0006 Tel. (03)3201-3331 PG-305

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Page 1: Tokyo Walking Tours

TOKYO WALKS

There are many ways to see Tokyo as it is a huge metropoliswith a population of nearly 12 million where older traditions andnewer fashions have been interacting harmoniously for four cen-turies. One of the most recommendable ways, however, is toventure forth into the streets on your own so that you may feel

first-hand the pulse of one of the world’s most bustling cities.Given herein are several recommended walking tours of Tokyo.If you wish more detailed information on each of the places ofinterest, please feel free to contact JNTO’s Tourist InformationCenter.

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15 min. 10 min. 20 min. 10 min.① Tokyo Sta. (JR or Subway Marunouchi Line) .............② Imperial Palace Plaza .............③ Nijubashi Bridge ............④ Otemon Gate......

15 min. 5 min. ⑤ Higashi Gyoen......................⑥ Kita-Hanebashimon Gate ................⑦ Kitanomaru Park (⑧Science Museum, ⑨Nippon Budokan Hall)15 min. 5 min. 5 min. 30 min. (along the moat 15 min., inside Park 15 min.)..............Tayasumon Gate...............Yasukuni Shrine..............⑩ Chidorigafuchi ..................................................................................................................

5 min. 5 min. ⑪ Crafts Gallery..............⑫ National Museum of Modern Art..............⑬ Takebashi Sta. (Subway Tozai Line)

Like many Tokyoites including marathon lovers, you can enjoy the Imperial Palace’s abundant natural beauty, massive stone walls andquiet moats. You will be easily reminded of Japan’s earlier feudal times.① - ⑬ correspond to those on the map above.

IMPERIAL PALACE AND KITANOMARU PARK

TOKYO WALKS PAGE 1 / 10

10th Fl., Tokyo Kotsu Kaikan Bldg., 2-10-1,

Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0006

Tel. (03)3201-3331

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④ – ⑥ Higashi Gyoen (東御苑), or the East Garden of theImperial Palace, a 53-acre classical garden which was oncethe site of the great donjon of Edo Castle, features some250,000 trees including representative prefectural trees, asmall museum, several historical monuments and a smallJapanese-style garden. Open: 9:00–16:30 (–16:00 Nov.–Feb.),(–17:00 Apr. 15–Aug.). Closed: Mon., Fri. (open when Mon.falls on a national holiday and closed the following day exceptDec. 23), Dec. 28–Jan.3 and the days of imperial ceremony.Admission: Free. Sannomaru Shozokan (宮内庁三の丸尚蔵館) in the Garden display to the general public a portionof the roughly 7,000 pieces of art works that were donatedby the Emperor in June 1989. For more information:http://www.kunaicho.go. jp/eindex.html

⑦ Kitanomaru Park (北の丸公園) is an extensive turfed gar-den with a path running through it from Kitahanebashi-monGate. On the east side of the path are Nippon Budokan Hall,Science Museum and National Museum of Modern Art, andon the west is a cluster of trees growing around a pond.

⑧ Science Museum (科学技術館), a five-story building, hous-es three-dimensional displays of exhibits covering all fields ofmodern science ranging from space science to agriculture.Open: 9:30–16:50 (enter by 16:00). Closed: year-end & NewYear's holiday. Admission: ¥600.

⑨ Nippon Budokan Hall (日本武道館), built in the ancientJapanese architectural style for the Tokyo Olympics, hasbeen used for various sports meets and other events.

⑩ Chidorigafuchi (千鳥ヶ淵) is known for the beauty of itscherry blossoms in spring, and for its enjoyable boating in thepond. Boat service: Mar. 1–Nov. 30, 11:00–17:30 (–19:30,during cherry blossom season). Closed: Mon*. Rental rowboat: ¥500 (¥800 during cherry blossom's season) for 30 min.

⑪ Crafts Gallery, The National Museum of Modern Art,Tokyo (東京国立近代美術館・工芸館), displays 20th centurypaintings, prints, sculptures and other art works. The red-brick building was originally the headquarters of the ImperialGuard and is today an Important Cultural Property.Open:10:00-17:00. Closed: Mon.* and Dec. 28-Jan. I and thedays for change of exhibitions. Admission: ¥200.

⑫ Art Museum, The National Museum of Modern Art,Tokyo (東京国立近代美術館・美術館), displays art works ofthe 20th century. Open: 10:00-17:00 (–20:00 on Fridays).Closed: Mon.* and Dec. 28–Jan.1 and the days for change ofexhibitions. Admission: ¥420. For more information: http://www.momat.go.jp/english/

Mon.*: When Monday falls on a national holiday, it is open and isclosed on the following day.

Note: Visitors are usually required to enter the museum 30 min. beforeclosing.

This is a stroll into history, culture and natural scenery.10 min. 5 min. 3 min.

① JR Uguisudani Sta.........② Jomyoin Temple③ Kanei-ji Temple ......④ Tokyo National Museum ...... ⑤ National Museum of Nature and Science5 min. 2 min. 4 min. 1 min...........⑥ Ueno Zoo ..........⑦ Five-story Pagoda ⑧ Toshogu Shrine ......... ⑨ Kiyomizu Kannondo Hall ........⑩ Statue of Takamori Saigo5 min. 2 min. 15 min. 5 min............⑪ Shinobazu Pond ...........⑫ Shitamachi Museum ..........⑬ Yushima Tenjin Shrine...........⑭ Yushima Sta. (Subway Chiyoda Line)

② Jomyoin Temple (浄名院) is an old temple noted for its84,000 “Jizo” (Bodhisattva) stone images serenely standing inthe quiet compound. Open: 7:00–17:00 daily (–16:30 in win-

ter.) Admission: Free.③ Kan-eiji Temple (main hall) (寛永寺), used to be the

most important Buddhist center in Edo (old Tokyo) during

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TokyoTokyoMetropolitanMetropolitanArt Museum東京都美術館

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Tokyo MetropolitanFestival HallFestival Hall東京文化会館

Ueno-no-moriArt Museum

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the Tokugawa reign. Besides the main hall which still exists,there were 36 halls and towers and 36 subsidiary temples onthe vast grounds which now form Ueno-Onshi Park. (⑨Kiyomizu Kannondo Hall. Open: 9:00–17:00 daily. Admission:Free.) and (⑦ the Five-Story Pagoda) are also reminders ofits former grandeur.

④ Tokyo National Museum (東京国立博物館) is theoldest museum in Japan with over 110,000 objects associatedwith Japanese and Far Eastern ancient and medieval art.Open: 9:30–17:00 (–18:00 on Sat., Sun. & national holidaysin Apr.–Sep.; –20:00 on Fri. during special exhibitionperiods in Apr.–Dec.) Closed: Mon.* and Dec. 28–Jan. 1.Admission: ¥600. For more information: http://www.tnm.go.jp/en

⑤ National Museum of Nature and Science (国立科学博物館) is devoted to both universal and Japanese scientific achieve-ments and phenomena. Open: 9:00–17:00 (–20:00 on Fri).Closed: Mon.* and Dec. 28–Jan. 1. Admission: ¥600.For more information: http:www.kahaku.go.jp/english/

⑥ Ueno Zoo (上野動物園) has the greatest collection of some2,600 animals of 464 species from all over the world. It consistsof two parts, Higashi-en and Nishi-en, which are connected by a300 m monorail line. Open: 9:30–17:00 (enter by 16:00). Closed:Mon.* and Dec. 29–Jan. 1. Admission: ¥600.

⑧ Toshogu Shrine (東照宮), built in the 17th century, dedi-cated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the TokugawaShogunate. Its architectural style presents a delightful harmo-ny of brilliant colors with symmetrical lines and angles. The

stone-flagged approach to the front gate of the shrine is linedon either side with hundreds of tall bronze lanterns, whichwere the gifts of feudal lords. Open: daily 9:00–sunset.Admission: ¥200.

⑩ Bronze Statue of Takamori Saigo (西郷隆盛像), 3.63 mhigh, is the most beloved of Tokyoites. General Saigo(1827–1877), then a staff officer of the Imperialist forces,saved Edo from threatened devastation in the battle of 1868which led to the fall of the Tokugawa regime.

⑪ Shinobazu Pond (不忍池), just below the hill on the zooproperty, is a sanctuary for ducks and other waterfowl and isnoted for its lotus flowers in August.

⑫ The Shitamachi Museum (下町風俗資料館), here you cansee what the people’s lives were like in “Shitamachi,” a com-moners’ town, in the early 20th century. Open: 9:30–16:30.Closed: Mon.* year-end and New Year's holiday. Admission:¥300.

⑬ Yushima Tenjin Shrine (湯島天神), have been founded inthe 14th century, is noted for the many plum trees dotting itsgrounds. Enshrined here is Michizane Sugawara, a greatscholar of the 9th century. During the spring examinationseason, the shrine is thronged by students praying for theirsuccess in the entrance examinations. Open: 6:00–20:00daily. Admission: Free.

Mon.*: When Monday falls on a national holiday, it is open and is closedon the following day.Note: Visitors are required to enter the museum 30 min before closing.

④ Sensoji Temple (浅草寺), or more popularly known asAsakusa Kannon Temple, is named after the Kannon orGoddess of Mercy to whom the tall main hall is dedicated.This temple is said to have been founded in the 7th centuryby three fishermen, who discovered in their nets one day atiny image of Kannon only 5 cm in height. The imposing mainhall, Sensoji Hondo (浅草寺本堂), (Open daily 6:00–17:00(Apr.–Sep.), 6:30–17:00 (Oct.–Mar.), Admission: Free), isapproached by the 9-m-wide, 140-m-long Nakamise-doriArcade (仲見世通り), a paved promenade, extending from② Kaminarimon Gate (雷門) with its huge red lantern andthe wooden images of the Thunder and Wind Gods toHozomon Gate (宝蔵門) or Treasure-house Gate. Thepromenade forms a colorful avenue of small shops and stallsselling everything from kimono and Japanese wigs to tradi-tional candy. With their brightly colored decorations and uni-form structure, these shops present a very picturesque sight,especially at night. To the right of the Kannondo standsNitenmon Gate, an entrance to ⑤ Asakusa Shrine (浅草神

社), or more popularly Sanja-sama (lit. three shrines), built byorder of the third Tokugawa Shogun in memory of the threefishermen. Sanja Matsuri Festival of the shrine, annually heldin May, is very popular.

③ Demboin Temple (伝法院), situated to the west ofNakamise-dori Arcade, contains Sensoji Temple’s chiefabbot’s living quarters. You need a permission to enter.

⑥ Hanayashiki (花やしき) is a small amusement park foryoung people. Open 10:00–17:00, 18:00, 19:00 or 21:00.Closed: Tue. Admission: ¥900 for adults.

⑦ Sengen Shrine (浅間神社) is noted for the Potted Plant Fairheld in late May & late Jun.

⑧ Matsuchiyama Shoden Temple (待乳山聖天) is notedfor the image of the Kannon Goddess standing on the rightside of the approach. Open daily 6:00–16:30 (Apr.–Sep.),6:30–16:30 (Oct.–Mar.). Admission: Free.

⑨ Sumida Park (隅田公園), a grand riverside park, contains agymnasium and tennis courts.

5 min. 3 min.① Asakusa Sta. (Subway Ginza or Toei Asakusa Line) ..........② Kaminarimon Gate and the Nakamise-dori Arcade..............③ Demboin

2 min. 1 min. 10 min. 10 min.Temple..............④ Sensoji Temple (Asakusa Kannon Temple)..............⑤ Asakusa Shrine..............⑥ Hanayashiki ···········

10 min. 1 min. 10 min.⑦ Sengen Shrine .............⑧ Matsuchiyama Shoden Temple. ............⑨ Sumida Park············ Asakusa Sta.①-⑨ correspond to those on the map on page 4/10.

This walking course enables you to catch a glimpse of theunique life-style of the common folk of Tokyo’s “downtown”area where the “old Edo” still exists and things are steeped intradition. Asakusa is a district lying on the banks of the Sumida

River to the east of Ueno, with Asakusa Kannon Temple as itsfocal point. It formed one of the largest downtown amusementcenters in the city with a large number of movie houses, theatersand other pleasure facilities, in addition to numerous restaurants.

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Tokyo’s 3 Big FestivalsKanda Matsuri Festival of Kanda Myojin Shrine: Held on the weekend closest to May 15 (its regular festival day) in

every odd-numbered year. Dozens of Mikoshi (portable shrines) are paraded in the neighboring area of the shrine. A galatea ceremony is also offered.

Sanja Matsuri Festival of Asakusa Shrine: Held for 3 days over the 3rd weekend in May. Nearly 100 Mikoshi (portableshrines) parade through the streets of the Asakusa District. Many other traditional entertainments are also performed.

Sanno Festival of Hie Shrine: Mid-Jun. in even-numbered years. This festival features a procession of Mikoshi (portableshrines) through the busy streets around the Akasaka District.

Other Places of Interest:Sumida River Cruise (Between Asakusa and Hinode Pier orHama Rikyu Garden near JR Hamamatsucho Sta.)Time required: 40 min. One-way fare: ¥760 to Hinode Pier,¥720 to the Garden Departs almost every 40 min.Contact: TOKYO Cruise Ship Co., LTD.0120-977311 (9:30-17:30)For more information: http://www.suijobus.co.jp/

Kappabashi Dogugai-dori Ave.: Street with lots of whole-sale shops such as kitchenware, food samples made of wax andthe like.

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Antique & Flea Markets In TokyoAt Togo Shrine Hours: 1st Sun. of each month, 5:00–15:00.

Access: 3-min. walk from Harajuku Sta. on JR Yamanote Line or 5-min. walk from Meijijingu-mae Sta. on SubwayChiyoda or Fukutoshin Line.

At Nogi Shrine Hours: 2nd Sun. of each month except Nov., from dawn to dusk.Access: 1-min. walk from Nogizaka Sta. on Subway Chiyoda Line.

At Gokokuji TempleHours: 2nd Sat. of each month, 7:00–16:00.Access: 1-min. walk from Gokokuji Sta. on Subway Yurakucho Line.

At Arai Yakushi TempleHours: Antique Markets: 1st Sun. of Feb. – Dec., and 2nd Sun. of Jan. dawn to dusk. (Temple festival or En-

nichi: 8th, 18th, 28th day of each month, from around 10:00 to dusk).Access: 5-min. walk from Araiyakushi-mae Sta. on Seibu-Shinjuku Line or 15 min. walk from JR Nakano Sta.

At Hanazono ShrineHours: Every Sun., from dawn to dusk.Access: 5-min. walk from Shinjuku-sanchome Sta. on Subway Marunouchi, Fukutoshin, or Toei Shinjuku Line.

At Tomioka Hachimangu ShrineHours: 1st Sun. (except Jan.), 2nd Sun. of each month, from dawn to dusk.Access: 3-min. walk from Monzen-Nakacho Sta. or Kiba Sta. on Subway Tozai Line.

Oedo Antiques Fair (One of the largest open-air markets in Japan)Hours: Every 1st & 3rd Sun. of each month, 9:00-16:00Access: 1-min. walk from Yurakucho Sta. on JR Yamanote Line or Subway Yurakucho Line.Add.: Tokyo International Forum, 3-5-1, Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo.Tel: 03-6407-6011 (available on the the date of the fair and the evening before)/03-5444-2157 (executive

committee)URL: http://antique-market.jp/eng/index.shtml

Meiji Park Super Jumbo Flea MarketHours: Please check the homepage. (http://www.otakara.net/)Access: 7-min. walk from JR Sendagaya Sta. or 6-min. walk from Kokuritsu-Kyogijo Sta. on Subway Oedo Line.Add.: Kasumigatakecho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo.

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Here you will see the modern, lively side of Tokyo as well as its traditional, quiet side.5 min. 5 min. 7 min.

① Onarimon Sta. (Subway Toei Mita Line) ·······② Zojoji Temple ········③ Tokyo Tower ········④ Kamiyacho Sta. (Subway Hibiya Line)

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From Shibuya’s Koen-dori to Meiji ShrineShibuya and Harajuku combine to form one of Tokyo’s most fashionable districts, teeming with boutiques and restaurants, and favoredby younger Tokyoites.

5 min. 4 min. 7 min.① JR Shibuya Sta. .......................② Tepco Electric Energy Museum ...................③ Entrance to Koen-dori (Park Street) .....................

10 min. 8 min. 15 min. 30 min.④ Tobacco and Salt Museum ................⑤ NHK Broadcast Center ............⑥ Yoyogi Sports Center .................⑦ Yoyogi Park .................

35 min. 5 min. 10 min. 5 min.⑧ Meiji Shrine .............⑨ Takeshita-dori ...............⑩ Omotesando ...............⑪ Ota Memorial Museum of Art ..........⑫ JR Harajuku Sta.

FROM SHIBUYA’S KOEN-DORI TO MEIJI SHRINE AREA

Shiba area :② Zojoji Temple (増上寺) was formerly the family temple of the

Tokugawas. The red-lacquered two-story Main Gate built in1605, is included among the nation’s “Important CulturalProperties.” Open: Daily 6:00–17:00. Admission: Free. Formore information: http://www.zojoji.or.jp/en/index.html

③ Tokyo Tower (東京タワー), a 333-m-high independent steeltower, is both a telecasting and an entertainment center, housingvarious exhibition halls, shops and restaurants. A grand view ofthe entire city of Tokyo and Tokyo Bay can be obtained fromthe observation platforms. Open: Daily 9:00–22:00. Admission:¥820 to the 150-m-high Main Observatory; an additional ¥600to the 250-m-high Special Observatory. On the 1st floor is anaquarium (¥1,000), and on the 3rd floor is a wax museum (¥500).For more information: http://www.tokyotower.co.jp/english/

Other places of interest :・ Atago Shrine (愛宕神社), originally founded in 1603 and rebuilt

in 1958, will surprise you due to its steep stair climb up AtagoHill which will leave you breathless. Open: Hours changes byseasons. Admission: Free.

・ Okura Shukokan Museum (大倉集古館), located next to theHotel Okura, has a collection of fine arts and crafts of early Japanand other Asian countries. Open: 10:00–16:30 (enter by 16:00),Closed: Mon.*, and year-end & New Year's holiday. Admission:¥800 (for the regular exhibition)

Roppongi area :① Roppongi (六本木), centered in the Roppongi intersection, is a

town catering especially to the young and adventurous. Snackshops and bars are open into the wee hours, drawing many nightowls.

② Roppongi Hills (六本木ヒルズ), Roppongi Hills provides a bigscale of entertainments of art, food, fashion, cinemas, etc. Sinceit has a welcoming atmosphere for any nationality, many peopleget together from various countries. Enjoy splendid 360-degreeviews from Tokyo City View, an observation deck located onthe 52nd floor of the Mori Tower. Not high enough? Visit theSky Deck, on the roof of the tower. The spectacular open-airpanorama will take your breath away. For more information:http://www.roppongihills.com/en/

③ The National Art Center, Tokyo (国立新美術館), has thelargest total exhibition space in Japan. Contains a unique muse-um shop where you can find souvenirs from Tokyo. Open:10:00–18:00 (–20:00 on Fri.). Closed: On Tuesdays, the last fewdays of December, and the first few days of January. Admission:Determined for each exhibition.For more information: http://www.nact.jp/english/index.html

④ Tokyo Midtown (東京ミッドタウン), is a composite urban dis-trict with stores, restaurants, offices, hotels and museum, alsocomprises rich greenery in its park and garden. For more infor-mation: http://www.tokyo-midtown.com/en/index.html

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② Tepco Electric Energy Museum (電力館), introduces themechanism of power generation and power transmission, theactivity of electricity in a city and households, and etc. Youwill also enjoy events of science laboratory and the attrac-tions such as theater games. Open: 10:00–18:00. Closed:Wed. If Wednesday falls on a holiday, it is open and is closedon the following day. Admission: Free.

③ Koen-dori (公園通り) is a sloping road leading towardYoyogi Park. Fronting the street and tucked along the alleysthat open off it are department stores, fashionable boutiques,and smart cafes. This area buzzes with the style of Japaneseyouth. Stroll around and check out the cutting-edge fashionand unique lifestyle goods. For more information:http://www.koen-dori.com/index_top.html

④ Tobacco and Salt Museum (たばこと塩の博物館), facingParco Building across the street, exhibits items and docu-ments relating to smoking and salt. It is also known for itsfine collection of ukiyo-e woodblock prints in which tobaccoaccessories are depicted. Open: 10:00–18:00 (enter by 17:30)Closed: Mon.* and Dec. 29–Jan. 3. Admission: ¥100. Formore information: http://www.jti.co.jp/Culture/museum/Welcome.html

⑤ NHK Broadcast Center (NHK放送センター), a 23-storybuilding, is complete with modern programming productionfacilities, including a computer center, a news center and asatellite transmission control center. Studio Park on the3rd and 4th floors is open to the public, 10:00–18:00 (enterby 17:30), Closed: 3rd Mon.* of each month except Aug. &Dec. and Dec. 25–31. Admission: ¥200.

⑥ Yoyogi Sports Center (国立代々木競技場), adjacent to thepark, was one of the three major staging arenas for theOlympic Games. Here are two huge ultra-modern structures,the National Indoor Stadium that can accommodate 15,000spectators for swimming and diving events, and its Annexhousing a basketball court with a seating capacity of 4,000.

⑦ Yoyogi Park (代々木公園), the former site of TokyoOlympic Village, is a quiet thickly-wooded park with a wildbird sanctuary, a children’s playground and a cycling course.

⑧ Meijijingu Shrine (明治神宮), standing in an extensive thick-ly-wooded parkland, is dedicated to Emperor Meiji and hisconsort. The sanctuary is a particularly fine example of Shintoarchitecture. Open daily from dawn to sunset. Admission:Free. The Treasure exhibition behind the shrine containsobjects associated with the Emperor. Open: 9:00–16:00(Nov.–Mar.), 9:00–16:30 (Apr.–Oct.). Please enter 30 minbefore the closing time. Admission: ¥500.For more information: http://www.meijijingu.or.jp/english/index.html

⑨ Takeshita-dori (竹下通り), energetic street lined with manyboutiques, coffee shops and restaurants. “New teenage fash-ions” originate here and always attract a great many youngboys and girls, who can be seen walking along this street eatingice cream or crepes in the typical “Harajuku” style.

⑩ Omotesando (表参道) is a major avenue that runs for almost1 km between JR Harajuku Sta. and Omotesando Sta. on thesubway. This broad, tree-lined thoroughfare is lined withstores displaying the newest fashion trends, including many lux-ury brands. Other popular destinations include Kiddy Land, theOriental Bazaar and the Omotesando Hills complex, whichincludes a shopping mall and residences. A great way to enjoythe avenue is to stroll its maze of narrow back streets, hometo one-of-a-kind shops, beauty salons and upscale cafes thatlure throngs of fashion-conscious people.

⑪ Ota Memorial Museum of Art (太田記念美術館) exhibitsthe collection by Mr. Seizo Ota of woodblock prints. Open:10:30–17:30 (enter by 17:00). Closed: Mon.*, 27th to the endof every month and Dec.21–Jan.2. Admission: ¥700 or more.For more information: http://www.ukiyoe-ota-muse.jp/index-E.html

Nezu Museum (根津美術館), designed by Kengo KUMA, hasan excellent collection of Japanese & Oriental arts. 10 min.walk from Omotesando subway station. Open: 10:00–17:00(Latest entry 4:30). Closed: Mon. (Open on holiday Mondays,and is closed on the following Tuesdays.) Admission: ¥1,000.¥1,200 for special exhibition.

To save time and money, use one of the following five passes.

JR One-Day Train Pass in Tokyo “Tokyo Metropolitan District Pass”(Tokunai Free Pass 都区内パス)This pass is valid for unlimited travel for one day on all JR rail lines running within the city’s 23 wards. Price: ¥730 for adults, ¥360for children (6–12 years old).

Common One-day Ticket Metro and Toei Subway (東京メトロ・都営地下鉄共通一日乗車券)This pass is valid for unlimited travel for one day on all Tokyo Metro and Toei subway lines. Price: ¥1,000 for adults, ¥500 forchildren (6–12 years old).

Tokyo Metro Subways One-Day Open Ticket (Ichinichi Josha Ken 東京メトロ一日乗車券)The pass is valid for unlimited travel for one day on all Tokyo Metro subway lines. Price: ¥710 for adults, ¥360 for children (6–12years old).

JR Train, Subway & Bus One-Day Pass (Tokyo Free Kippu 東京フリーきっぷ)Valid for unlimited travel for one day on all of Tokyo’s JR trains (within 23 wards), all subways, streetcars and city buses. Price:¥1,580 for adults, ¥790 for children (6–12 years old).

One-day Economy Pass (Toei-Marugoto-Kippu 都営まるごときっぷ)This pass is valid for one day of unlimited travel on Streetcars, Toei Buses, Toei Subway Lines, and the Nippori-Toneri Liner.Price: ¥700 for adults, ¥350 for children

PASMO (IC card / smart card with public transit and e-money functions パスモ)This IC card can be used to ride almost any mode of public transportation in the Tokyo metropolitan area, including JR railways,subways and buses. It also stores electronic money and can be used for payment at stores accepting PASMO. You can buy andrecharge the value of cards at many transit facilities, including subway and railway stations.For more information: http://www.pasmo.co.jp/en/index.html

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② Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden (新宿御苑), formerly theproperty of the Imperial Family, is now one of Tokyo’s largestand most popular parks for strolling or admiring the floweringshrubs and foliage. Highlights of the year are the cherry blossomsin Apr. and the maple leaves in Autumn. Open: 9:00–16:30 (enterby 16:00). Closed: Mon.* Dec.29-Jan.3 Admission: ¥200.http://www.env.go.jp/garden/shinjukugyoen/english/index.html

③ Hanazono Shrine (花園神社), revered by Tokugawa, is notedfor its grand “Tori-no-Ichi” Fair held on the “Cock Day” (lunarcalendar) of Nov. at which lucky bamboo rakes decorated withtrinkets are sold. Admission: Free.

④ Shinjuku Promenade Park (新宿遊歩道公園四季の路), aroadside promenade park, is a marble-flagged pavement lined onboth sides with numerous trees and forms an “oasis” in themidst of this bustling area.

⑤ Kabukicho (歌舞伎町), is an amusement district for the young

and adventurous, packed with many eateries, bars, game centersand movie houses.

⑥ Subnade (サブナード), extending for four blocks, is an under-ground fashionable street abounding with shops of all kinds.

⑦ Shinjuku’s Skyscraper (高層ビル街) is a cluster of ultra-mod-ern high-rise buildings from 25 to 55 stories in height. Some aremodern hotels and others are office buildings the upper floorsof which contain a number of restaurants featuring superbviews. One of these is the ⑧ Tokyo MetropolitanGovernment Bldg. (東京都庁): Its observatory on the 45thfloor (202 m.) is open to the public. [North observatory] Open:9:30-23:00 (enter by 22:30), Closed: 2nd and 4th Mondays(open when Monday falls on a national holiday and closed thefollowing day.), Dec. 29-31 and Jan. 2-3. [South observatory]Open: 9:30-17:30 (enter by 17:00), Closed: 1st and 3rdTuesdays (open when Tuesday falls on a national holiday and

Yasukuni-dori

靖国通り Yasukuni-dori

靖国通り

Subway Toei-Shinjuku Line

都営新宿線

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Shinjuku-GyoenmaeSta.新宿御苑前駅

SSubwayMMarunouchi Line

丸丸ノ内線

SM丸

新宿御苑トンネル

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden新宿御苑

JR Yoyogi Sta.代々木駅 JR Yoyogi Sta.代々木駅

Odakyu Southern TowerOdakyu Southern Tower

Takashimaya Times Square高島屋タイムズスクエア Takashimaya Times Square高島屋タイムズスクエア

Tokyu HandsTokyu Hands東急東急ハハンンズズ Tokyu Hands東急ハンズ

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甲州街道

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ShinjukuNomura Bldg.

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ShinjukuCenter Bldg.ShinjukuCenter Bldg.Shinjuku Mitsui Bldg.Shinjuku Mitsui Bldg.

Shinjuku Sumitomo Bldg.Shinjuku Sumitomo Bldg.

Hyatt RegencyHyatt RegencyHyatt Regency

Shinjuku GreenShinjuku GreenTower Bldg.Tower Bldg.

Shinjuku GreenTower Bldg.

Keio Plaza HotelKeio Plaza Hotel

Tokyo MetropolitanGovernment Bldg.Tokyo MetropolitanGovernment Bldg.

KDDI Bldg.KDDI Bldg.

Shinjuku NS Bldg.Shinjuku NS Bldg.

Shinjuku Prince Hotel新宿プリンスホテル Shinjuku Prince Hotel新宿プリンスホテル

Yodobashi CameraYodobashi Camera

Yodobashi Cameraヨドバシカメラ Yodobashi Cameraヨドバシカメラ

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Subnade(undergroundshopping)

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MaruiDept. StoreMaruiDept. Store

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IsetanDept. Store伊勢丹

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Seibu-Shinjuku Sta.西武新宿駅Seibu-Shinjuku Sta.西武新宿駅

Seibu-Shinjuku Line

Seibu-Shinjuku Line

西武新宿線

Seibu-Shinjuku Line

西武新宿線

Shinjuku Washington HotelShinjuku Washington Hotel

Shinjuku Central Park新宿中央公園 Shinjuku Central Park新宿中央公園

Meins Tower

JR East Bldg.JR East Bldg.

Sompo Japan Bldg.Sompo Japan Bldg.Sompo Japan Bldg.

常泉院 常泉院

Shinjuku Island TowerShinjuku Island Tower

常円寺 常円寺

Keio Dept. StoreKeio Dept. StoreShinjuku HighwayShinjuku Highway

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柏木公園 柏木公園

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THE SHINJUKU AREA

Shinjuku is a fast developing shopping and amusement quar-ter, and is one of Tokyo’s largest commuter terminals. There arethree Shinjukus; South, East and West. Bustling South & EastShinjuku is a heaven for shopping, people-watching, movie-going,

eating and drinking. West Shinjuku, on the other hand, is excep-tional for strolling along wide boulevards and Tokyo-viewingfrom the tops of the soaring skyscrapers.

① - ⑩ correspond to those on the map on page 8/10.1 min. 15 min.

① Shinjuku-Gyoenmae Sta. (Subway Marunouchi Line) ................② Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden ...............③ Hanazono Shrine10 min. 20 min. 20 min. 20 min.

....................④ Shinjuku Promenade Park .......................⑤ Kabukicho .........................⑥ Subnade .....................

40 min.⑦, ⑧ Shinjuku’s Skyscraper ......................⑨ Shinjuku South Entrance

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3 min. 15 min. 10 min.① Kokusai-tenjijo-seimon Sta. ................ ② Tokyo Big Sight ................ ③ Palette Town & ④ Mega Web ................

5 min. 5 min.⑤ Tokyo Port Museum ................ ⑥ National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation ................

15 min. 5 min. 20 min.⑦ Museum of Maritime Science .............. ⑧ Fuji Television .............. ⑨Odaiba-kaihin Park .............. ⑩ Rainbow Bridge

closed the following day.), Dec. 29-31 and Jan. 2-3. Admission:Free. Tel: 03-5320-7890For more information: http://www.metro.tokyo.jp/ENGLISH/TMG/observat.htm

⑨ The Shinjuku Sta. South Exit Area (新宿駅南口エリア):Takashimaya Times Square is right in front of the New South

Exit of Shinjuku Station. The Shinjuku Southern Terrace is locat-ed on the opposite side of Takashimaya Times Square. Thepromenade is lined with fashionable shops and restaurants.During the winter holiday season, both sides are decorated withbeautiful Christmas lights.

RINKAI-FUKUTOSHIN

② Tokyo Big Sight (東京ビッグサイト) is an exhibition hallwith unique impressive design. A variety of events take place,from business exhibitions to rock concerts. There are alsorestaurants and an observatory. The opening hours maychange depending on the event.

③ Palette Town (パレットタウン) is a complex of leisurefacilities. Venus Fort offers 160 of shops and restaurants inthe classical Italian atmosphere. Mega Web is a showcase rang-ing from vintage cars to racing cars presented by TOYOTA.

④ Mega Web (メガウェブ) is an automotive theme parklocated in the Palette Town complex. It was created byprominent Japanese automaker Toyota. Attractions includethe Toyota City Showcase, where many models of Toyotavehicles can be seen. You can select a car and test-drive it in1.3 km driving course. Reservation is required in advance.Tel: (0070)800-489-000 or 03-3599-0809 (11:00–18:00Japanese only).Charges: ¥300 or more (depending on attractions). Open:11:00– 20:00 or 21:00. For more information: http://www.me

gaweb.gr.jp/English/⑤ Tokyo Port Museum (東京みなと館), located on the

20th floor of Aomi Frontier Bldg. exhibits panels, scale mod-els, reflections showing the connection between Tokyo Portand Rinkai-fukutoshin. Open: 9:30–17:30 (enter by 17:00)Closed: Mon*. Dec. 28–Jan. 4. Admission: ¥200.

⑥ National Museum of Emerging Science andInnovation (日本科学未来館), nicknamed “MeSci” opened inJuly 2001. Here, visitors can experience the latest develop-ments in science and technology by hands-on exhibits, partic-ipating in various events, and meeting scientists andtechnicians. Open: 10:00–17:00 (enter by 16:30). Closed:Tue. (except school holiday seasons), Dec. 28–Jan. 1.Admission: ¥600 (19 years old and over), ¥200 (up to 18years old). For more information: http://www.miraikan.jst.go.jp/en/

⑦ Museum of Maritime Science (船の科学館) provides avaluable learning experience to all visitors through docu-ments, videos, simulations and other displays. Open:

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Rinkai LineRinkai LineExpressway Wangan Line 首都高速湾岸線 Expressway Wangan Line 首都高速湾岸線

Odaiba-kaihin Park お台場海浜公園 Odaiba-kaihin Park お台場海浜公園

Hotel Nikko Tokyo ホテル日航東京

Hotel Nikko Tokyo ホテル日航東京

Museum of Maritime Science 船の科学館

Museum of Maritime Science 船の科学館

第三台場史蹟公園 Daisan-daiba

第三台場史蹟公園 Daisan-daiba

Ariake Tennis-no-mori Park 有明テニスの森公園

Ariake Tennis-no-mori Park 有明テニスの森公園

Ariake Colosseum 有明コロシアム

Yumeno-ohashi (Bridge) 夢の大橋

Yumeno-ohashi (Bridge) 夢の大橋 あけみ橋 あけみ橋

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潮風公園 潮風公園

Rainbow Bridge レインボーブリッジ Rainbow Bridge レインボーブリッジ

Telecom Center Sta. テレコムセンター駅 Telecom Center Sta. テレコムセンター駅

Odaiba-kaihin-koen Sta. お台場海浜公園駅

Odaiba-kaihin-koen Sta. お台場海浜公園駅

Daiba Sta. 台場駅 Daiba Sta. 台場駅

Aomi Sta. 青海駅 Aomi Sta. 青海駅 Kokusai-tenjijo-seimon Sta.

国際展示場正門駅 Kokusai-tenjijo-seimon Sta.

国際展示場正門駅

Kokusai Tenjijo Sta. 国際展示場駅

Kokusai Tenjijo Sta. 国際展示場駅 Tokyo Teleport Sta.

東京テレポート駅 Tokyo Teleport Sta. 東京テレポート駅

To Shimbashi Sta. 至 新橋駅

To Shimbashi Sta. 至 新橋駅

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Funeno- Kagakukan Sta. 船の科学館駅

Funeno- Kagakukan Sta. 船の科学館駅

Tokyo Port Museum 東京みなと館

Tokyo Port Museum 東京みなと館

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Tokyo Water Science Museum 東京都水の科学館 Panasonic Center

パナソニックセンター東京

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National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation 日本科学未来館

⑤⑤ ⑤ Oedo-Onsen Monogatari

大江戸温泉物語

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Decks Tokyo BeachDecks Tokyo Beach

⑧ ⑧ Grand Pacific Grand Pacific Le DaibaLe DaibaGrand Pacific Le Daiba

Palette Town

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Venus FortTokyo Leisure Land

Mega WebMega Web

Telecom Center Bldg.Telecom Center Bldg.Ferry Futo ParkFerry Futo Park

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Mon.*: When Monday falls on a national holiday, it is open and is closed on the following day.Note: Visitors are required to enter the museum 30 min. before closing.

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Tokyo Tourist Information Centers (Tokyo MetropolitanGovernment):Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Head Office(Main Bldg. No.1, 1F) Tel. (03)5321-30779:30–18:30; Closed on year-end & New Year's holidayHaneda Airport Branch (Haneda Airport Big Bird Bldg. 1F)9:00–22:00; Open daily Tel. (03)5757-9345Keisei Ueno Station Branch (outside Keisei Ueno Stationticket gate)9:30–18:30; Open daily Tel. (03)3836-3471

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Note: Museums, gardens and many other facilities are closed duringthe New Year’s holiday and generally, if their weekly closingday is a national holiday, they are closed the following dayinstead. Admission is usually 30min. before closing.

10:00–17:00. Closed: Mon., Dec.28–Jan.1. Admission: ¥700(adults), ¥400 (children).

⑧ Fuji Television (フジテレビ), dominating the Odaiba sky-line, features its unique architecture designed by KenzoTange. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views of Tokyo fromthe observatory and get a behind the scenes look at the mak-ing of TV programs on the fifth floor promenade. Open:10:00–18:00. Closed: Mon.* Admission for the observationdeck: ¥500 (tickets on sale until 17:00)For more information: http://www.fujitv.co.jp/index. html

⑨ Odaiba-kaihin Park (お台場海浜公園) is especially popu-lar in Odaiba area. It is very pleasant to take a walk with fineviews of Rainbow Bridge. The beach provides a nice bathingplace in Summer but swimming is prohibited.

⑩ Rainbow Bridge (レインボーブリッジ) is regarded as theentrance to Tokyo Bay Area. It can be crossed using theYurikamome Line, by cars or on foot. The best view point isfrom Odaiba-kaihin Park.

⑪ Oedo-Onsen Monogatari (大江戸温泉物語), opened in2003 as first and only hot spring theme park, has inside andopen-air baths and a foot bath in a Japanese garden. Open:11:00–8:00 of next morning. Entrance Fees: Adults (12 yearsold and over) ¥2,900, Children (4–11 years old) ¥1,600.(After 18:00: Adults ¥2,000, Children ¥1,600. If you stay after2:00 a.m., additional ¥1,700 is charged.)

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