During my recent Tokyo trip, I stayed at the Grand Prince Hotel located near Shinagawa Station. The hotel included breakfast, allowing me to choose from various on-site restaurants for my morning meals. I received a coupon that could be presented at a restaurant for a delightful breakfast experience. ”Slope Side Diner Zakuro: A Restaurant within Grand Prince Hotel“ Among the ...
Japan, being a technologically advanced nation and in close proximity to South Korea, naturally hosts global corporations. In Japan, you can find McDonald’s establishments, similar to those seen in South Korea. McDonald’s, a worldwide corporation, has expanded its presence globally. The “Big Mac Index,” based on the menu item “Big Mac” available at McDonald’s worldwide, has even emerged as an ...
In Tokyo’s Odaiba, a variety of shopping malls awaits exploration. Among them, “DiverCity” with its life-sized Gundam and “VenusFort,” showcasing the Toyota Automobile Museum, stand out as prominent shopping destinations. Another noteworthy addition is “Aqua City,” considered one of Odaiba’s four major shopping complexes since its opening on April 1, 2000. Aqua City: A Department Store Atmosphere Aqua City exudes ...
Just as one can find the “KBS” broadcasting station in Yeouido, Seoul, you can discover the headquarters of “Fuji TV” in Odaiba, Tokyo. Founded in 1957, Fuji TV stands as Japan’s largest private television network. Fuji TV’s headquarters is well-known for its distinctive design, making it a prominent landmark not only due to its scale but also its unique architecture. ...
When thinking of the Statue of Liberty, the iconic landmark in New York, often comes to mind. The Statue of Liberty is a symbol representing New York and the United States as a whole. However, Japan also boasts its own version of the Statue of Liberty, and you can find it in Odaiba, Tokyo. Statue of Liberty in Odaiba, Tokyo: ...
The Tokyo Odaiba area is considered a must-visit destination in Tokyo travel, known for its diverse attractions. While there are numerous points of interest, this location also offers various shopping malls. ‘DiverCity,’ one of these malls, is particularly famous for featuring a life-sized Gundam behind the shopping complex rather than for the mall itself. “DiverCity, A Place to Explore Diversity?” ...
In South Korea, it’s not easy to find arcade culture. While arcades existed in the past, they have mostly disappeared, giving way to PC rooms. However, even as PC rooms gradually fade into the background, in Japan, arcades can still be found in various places, often operating on a large scale. Odaiba was no exception, and within the “DiverCity” building, ...
Odaiba in Tokyo offers a plethora of attractions, with one standout being the life-size Gundam located behind the “DiverCity” building. A must-visit spot in Odaiba, especially for Gundam enthusiasts, is the store on the 10th floor of the “DiverCity” building that sells Gundam-related products, known as “Gundam Base.” Finding Gundam Base on the 10th Floor of DiverCity: Gundam Base is ...
In the bustling district of Odaiba, Tokyo, where attractions abound, one captivating spectacle for tourists is the life-size Gundam. Reflecting Japan’s anime culture, Gundam is among the diverse characters brought to life. While life-size Gundam installations can be found in various Japanese locations, including Yokohama with its slightly moving Gundam, Odaiba has been home to Gundam for quite some time, ...
In the vibrant city of Tokyo, Odaiba stands out as a hub for diverse attractions, and the Toyota Car Museum is a noteworthy highlight. Within Odaiba, the Toyota Car Museum comprises two locations—one showcasing contemporary automobiles and the technology applied to them, while the other, known as “History Garage,” houses a collection of vintage cars. MegaWeb Toyota Showcase Adjacent to ...
Odaiba is a reclaimed land situated uniquely in Tokyo. It is an artificial island created as a result of land reclamation, bearing a resemblance to Yeouido in Seoul, South Korea. “Originally a Coastal Defense Fort, Odaiba” The term “Daiba” refers to coastal defense forts. In response to the Kurofune Incident, where a U.S. fleet was dispatched to force Japan to ...
Akihabara resembles Yongsan in South Korea. Yongsan, too, was once renowned as an electronics market. However, while Yongsan ceased growing as a bustling district, Japan’s Akihabara evolved into the epicenter of “otaku culture” by integrating diverse subculture elements. In the Edo period, Akihabara was a town for lower-class samurais. In the 1930s, it housed a fruit market, transforming into a ...