During this Tokyo trip, I stayed at a hotel in Shinagawa. The 4-night, 5-day journey was gradually approaching its end. On the final day, after checking out from the accommodation, I decided to visit a ramen shop near Shinagawa Station for a late lunch. In Japan, it’s common to find shops lining the paths beneath train tracks, and Shinatatsu is ...

Arriving at Tokyo Station and exploring the surroundings, it was time for dinner on the fourth day of my Japan trip. Considering the yet-to-be-tasted renowned Japanese dishes, the thought of having “Gyukatsu” crossed my mind. Since I was at Tokyo Station, I decided to search for “Tokyo Station Gyukatsu,” and surprisingly, I found a restaurant not far from the station ...

The Gwanghwamun area stands out as one of Seoul’s prime office-dense locations, home to government offices like the Seoul City Hall, various embassies, and headquarters of major and minor enterprises, making it a hub for office workers. Given the high concentration of office workers, a diverse range of cafes can be found, ranging from the familiar ones like Starbucks to ...

Gwanghwamun area stands out as one of Seoul’s prime office-dense locations, boasting government buildings like the Seoul City Hall, various embassies, and headquarters of both large and small enterprises. The influx of office workers naturally gives rise to a diverse range of cafes, from mainstream ones like Starbucks to independently operated small cafes and budget-friendly franchise cafes. “Seoul Gwanghwamun Mammoth ...

Tokyo Station sits at the heart of Tokyo, often considered the central hub that comes to mind when thinking of the city. Comparable to Seoul Station in South Korea, Tokyo Station, unlike Seoul Station, gives off a distinct feeling of being at the center of Tokyo. “From Hibiya Park to Tokyo Station…” On the fourth day of my Tokyo journey, ...

In Korea, we have Tapgol Park as the first Western-style park. Initially known as Pagoda Park, it later became Tapgol Park. Japan also boasts its first Western-style park, and it can be found in the heart of Tokyo. Hibiya Park, the pioneer Western-style park, opened its gates in 1903. “Hibiya Park, a 10-Minute Walk from Tokyo’s Ginza” Situated approximately a ...

In Seoul, our capital, we have Namsan Tower. Although officially named “Seoul N Tower,” it is still commonly referred to by its former name, Namsan Tower. Similarly, Tokyo, the capital of Japan, has a tower resembling our Namsan Tower, and it’s called the “Tokyo Tower.” Like Namsan Tower, Tokyo Tower is centrally located, situated in the Minato ward of Tokyo. ...

Since the opening of the first Starbucks store in front of Ewha Womans University on July 27, 1999, Starbucks has firmly established its presence in South Korea. Despite initial controversies over coffee prices exceeding meal costs, Starbucks has become an integral part of the country. Following in the footsteps of McDonald’s as a global restaurant chain, it has even given ...

The globally renowned company, Apple, has enticed people worldwide by establishing Apple Stores in major cities. Japan is no exception, with several Apple Stores available. While there are many Apple Stores in Seoul, Japan had them even earlier. During my visit to Tokyo, there were three Apple Stores – Ginza, Shibuya, and Omotesando. Considering the time elapsed since my trip, ...

After exploring Tsukiji Market, I headed to “Ginza,” a place close to Tsukiji known for its luxurious atmosphere, reminiscent of Noryangjin Fish Market and Yeouido in Seoul, South Korea. Both Tsukiji and Ginza share a similar vibe, combining a fish market with upscale surroundings. Ginza resembles Seoul’s Gangnam or Yeouido, featuring tall buildings, well-maintained streets, and serving as one of ...

Just as Seoul, the capital of South Korea, has the Noryangjin Fish Market, Tokyo, the capital of Japan, also has a similar market named “Tsukiji Market.” Located close to the heart of Tokyo, Tsukiji Market differs from Noryangjin Fish Market in one significant aspect—you need to visit it early in the morning. All the shops open their doors early in ...

After exploring various parts of Tokyo, I returned to the Shinagawa area where my accommodation was located. As it was a bit early to go back to the hotel and sleep, I decided to explore a nearby restaurant instead. “Bar in Tokyo Shinagawa Area: Del Sole” While there were various restaurants across the shopping district opposite Shinagawa Station, finding one ...