In Tokyo Shinjuku, you can find one of Japan’s largest bookstores, the “Kinokuniya Bookstore.” It’s a franchise bookstore found throughout Japan, with its main store located in Shinjuku. Comparing it to South Korea, it’s akin to the feeling you get from major bookstores like Kyobo Bookstore, and the main store has a vibe similar to Kyobo Bookstore Gwanghwamun Branch. Kinokuniya ...
Japan, being an advanced nation and a neighboring country to South Korea, naturally hosts global companies. In Japan, you can find McDonald’s outlets similar to those in South Korea. McDonald’s has grown into a global giant, with locations worldwide. The concept of the “Big Mac” menu item led to the creation of an economic index measuring purchasing power based on ...
With Starbucks now a ubiquitous presence worldwide, it has established itself as the largest global coffee chain, offering a popular and comfortable space concept. However, there is another coffee franchise that takes a different approach and competes with Starbucks. While not as large in scale yet, Blue Bottle has been expanding its business with a strategy that focuses solely on ...
In the western outskirts of Tokyo, approximately an hour away from the city center, you can discover the enchanting Ghibli Museum in Mitaka. This museum showcases exhibits on Ghibli Studio’s works, behind-the-scenes stories of their creations, and pays tribute to the renowned artist Hayao Miyazaki. As the Ghibli Museum operates on a reservation-only basis, it is crucial to book tickets ...
The Ghibli Museum, located in Mitaka, Tokyo, operates exclusively on a reservation basis. Without prior reservation, even if you are nearby, you won’t be able to enter. Despite being entirely reservation-based, getting tickets can be as competitive as enrolling in a class, with reservations quickly filling up once the booking window opens. Methods for Reserving Tickets to the Ghibli Museum ...
On the third day of our Tokyo trip, we had a reservation to visit the “Ghibli Museum” in Mitaka in the afternoon. Thanks to prior research before the trip, we were able to smoothly make a reservation for the Ghibli Museum, and we decided to visit at 2 p.m. The Ghibli Museum is located somewhat away from the heart of ...
On the third day of my Tokyo trip, the itinerary included exploring the Ghibli Museum located in Mitaka. Since the museum visit was scheduled for 2 PM, I decided to leisurely explore Akihabara in the morning. After having lunch, the plan was to travel to Mitaka via Shinjuku. However, unexpectedly, it started raining in the morning. Not having prepared an ...
Just like in South Korea, you can find various convenience stores in Japan. Familiar names like Seven-Eleven, commonly seen in South Korea, can also be found in Japan. Additionally, there are Japanese convenience store chains like “Lawson,” which may not be present in South Korea but are readily available in Japan. While traveling in Japan, it’s natural to frequently visit ...
Around the Tokyo Skytree Observatory and its vicinity, you can find various restaurants and shops, reminiscent of the diverse offerings around Seoul’s Namsan Tower and Lotte World Tower. After enjoying the Tokyo night view from the Skytree Observatory, we decided to head back to the ground, and right next to the entrance where you can ascend to the Skytree Observatory, ...
Similar to Seoul, South Korea, where you can find Namsan Tower (Seoul N Tower) along with Lotte World Tower in Jamsil, Tokyo has undergone a similar history to Seoul. In addition to Tokyo Tower, various towers can be found in Tokyo, including the Roppongi Hills Observatory in Roppongi. Among them, Tokyo Skytree has been erected. “The Tokyo Skytree Observatory Built ...
In Japan, shrines reflecting indigenous beliefs of Shintoism can be found throughout the country. Each shrine is known for enshrining various deities, ranging from legendary figures to historical personalities and characters from anime works. “Nezu Shrine: One of Tokyo’s Top 10 Shrines” Located in the northern part of the Tokyo metropolitan area, particularly in the Yanesen region, Nezu is renowned ...
The area known as “Yanesen” in northern Tokyo, encompassing Yanaka, Nezu, and Sendagi, is a name coined by combining these three neighborhoods. While located in the heart of Tokyo, this area preserves the city’s historical ambiance. When one imagines Tokyo, it often brings to mind a modern urban landscape dominated by towering buildings, but Yanesen stands somewhat apart from this ...