Tokyo: The largest city in the world
Japan is a country of ancient culture and very unique oriental. There are many fine name used to describe Japan as the land of cherry blossoms, the land of the rising sun. Japan is known as a leading country in electronic technology, the Vietnam must fully trust the electronic items "Made in Japan ". Coming to Japan, not only that we are arriving in a country with science and technology development level in the world, but also to a country with beautiful landscapes along with the conventional culture Unique system imbued with oriental colors. Let us go to Japan, to the Japanese meal and learn the background of Japanese culture in the waiting of the friendly people here.Overview of Tokyo
As the country's capital of Japan, Tokyo is one of the largest cities, modern and world's busiest. In Japanese, means the capital Tokyo in the east. Speaking to Tokyo, we can not fail to mention two people with the establishment and construction of a magnificent and modern Tokyo today. The first is the shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu, who had built, and establish Tokyo as a base named Edo. And the second one is the Emperor Meiji, who chose Tokyo as the capital and build this place become a center of economy, politics and culture of Japan.
With over 12 million people, Tokyo is one of the most populated cities in the world. The pace of life in Tokyo is never stopped, you can see the boats out on the day and night Shinjuky station, or each line, each line of people walking on the boulevards, the streets of Tokyo. It was one of the gathering places of the world leading companies, the scientific achievements latest techniques. Although modern, but Tokyo still not lose the value of their unique traditions. The attraction, Tokyo's famous not just skyscrapers and shopping malls crowded, but there are temples, the great Buddha statue and a big part in making one's own identity Tokyo is also a culinary style. Despite the war-ravaged more than 80% but Tokyo remains the location, the identity of the Japanese people. Guests can completely satisfied when immersed in a unique blend between modern and traditional in Tokyo.
Japanese culture
Referring to Japan, one might think of the sushi, the Sumo wrestler, the prostitute she Geisha, traditional dress and symbols Kimono Manga comics.
Sumo
Sumo is the traditional sport of Japan to the historic 2,000-year existence. Initially just a ritual sumo beg god bless bumper crop. In the eighth century, sumo was included in the royal ceremony and start with the rules for this subject. Sumo became a professional sport in the early Edo period (1603-1868), and today is a sport attracts a lot of attention, tracking not only the Japanese but also of those who love wrestling on the world.Geisha
Geisha, aka fake art in Japanese people living with art. They have many skills as male singing, dancing, storytelling, tea ..., are carefully trained and live in a certain framework. The Geisha today most have graduated high school or have to have graduated, their work is performance art skills and chat with customers. Appearing in about the 17th century, far Geisha has a long tradition, with many unique skills, and is a very unique feature of the Japanese. Currently, the number of Japanese Art is no longer assume that much anymore, but there are still some areas in Japan have quite a significant number of Geisha as Gion and Pontocho , and some "town of flowers" pretty well Speaking in Tokyo.Kimono
Japan comes to fashion, can not fail to mention Kimono. Like Vietnam tunic, Kimono is one of the pride of the Japanese people and is one of the symbols of this country. Basically, the kimono is a robe is held in place with a large donut fixed in people with some straps and lanyards. However there are a lot of rules, as well as accessories when wearing a traditional kimono. If given the opportunity, you try to view the kimono, and whether you like the Japanese do not agree.
Manga
Manga is a Japanese phrase to indicate the type of comics and cartoons. Manga is considered only from special to comics from Japan. Most Japanese people see Manga is a spiritual food indispensable. Nowadays, manga is not only very popular in Japan but also in many countries world name, attracting the attention of so many people like comics.
The note in communication with the Japanese
Because living in isolation with other countries for centuries, Japan has many distinctions in traditions. When communication is often very little Japanese when meandering but prefer to go straight to the point, when questions are given means work officially began. If the tension you create fun amusing situations they will have a good impression. You should not make those comments stray problem, lack of information or too fond of his privacy, if not will cause sympathetic
When you want to get acquainted, transaction, you should first take a business card to introduce himself, when giving and receiving business cards, then put two hands and not be written on the card. There's also some attention when communicating with Japanese people as: not taking pictures of three people; not tapped, not extending all forms of physical contact; no gifts whose number is 4, 9; do not give sharp objects, objects purple, blue for the Japanese because this is what symbolizes grief and misfortune.
Japanese Cuisine
Referring to Japan, we can not fail to mention the culinary culture of the Japanese people. Bring in the essence of Japanese culture, Japanese cuisine does not pay attention to the amount of many that focus, from form to picky taste. The small dishes, elegant, with its mild flavor will leave one feeling nostalgic for people to enjoy. Among the traditional dishes of Japanese people can not fail to mention that two main dishes Sushi and Sashimi. Imagine, you are sitting in a peaceful atmosphere, warmth of a Japanese restaurant, enjoy the flavor, spicy, the concentration of each dish, accompanied by a traditional Sake bottle again, nothing more wonderful.
Sushi - Culture of Japanese cuisine
A symbol of Japanese cuisine, sushi is not just a dish but it also contains a part of Japanese culture in it.
Sushi first appeared 1,300 years ago and to this day they have had sushi hundreds of different items with hundreds of the processing is complex and fussy. How to enjoy sushi, too, like you should enjoy the right to food was served, eat whole pieces of sushi, not bullets with rice in soy sauce so salty ... The Japanese are more prone to use sushi meal Vietnam as people eat. Now sushi is not just a unique dish in Japan, but also popular and well known in many countries around the world. If you want to understand more about Japanese culture, Japanese food culture, the sushi are dishes you can not ignore.
Some restaurants in Tokyo address that tourists should visit at least once:
Imperial Palace and Marunouchi area
Restaurants Peter: Address 24th fl, 1-8-1 Yurakucho Penilsula Hotel, Chiyoda-ku. Opening hours 11.30 am. It has sold international cuisine, high price of 10,000 Yen
Hump Restaurant: Address 2nd fl, Marunouchi MY Plaza, 2-1-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku. Opening hours 11.30 am. Here specialties are sushi, average prices from 2000-3000 Yen
Kua Aina Restaurant: Address 5th fl, Marunouchi Bldg, 2-4-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku. Opening Hours 11 am. Here food is bread and bread Burger Sandwiches, quite soft from 750-1500 yen
Central Tokyo area
Canal Cafe: Address 1-9 Kagurazaka, Shinjuku-ku. Opening hours 5.30pm. It serves the prices of 2,000 yen.
Restaurants Seigetsu: Address 6-77-1 Kagurazaka, Shinjuku-ku. Opening hours 5.30pm. Main courses are priced between 1,500 yen Iyakaya
Ginza
L'Osier Restaurant: Address 7-5-5 Ginza, Chuo-ku. Opening hours 2pm. Serving dishes priced between 5,000 yen law
Restaurants Kyubei: Address 8-7-6 Ginza, Chuo-ku. Opening hours 11.30 am. The main dish is Sushi and Sashimi for between 3,000-5,000 yen
Restaurants Sakata: Address Floor 2, 1-5-13 Ginza, Chuo-ku. Opening hours 11.30 am. The main course was Soba and Udon with price from 500 yen
Park and Shiodome Tsukiji
Daiwa-Sushi: Address Bldg6, 5-2-1Tsukiji, Chuo-ku. Opening hours 5 pm. Serves Sushi and Sashimi with prices from 1500-3000 Yen
Sakana-Ya restaurant Ajisen: Address 1-18-10 Tsukishima, Minato-ku. Opening hours 5.30pm. Serving traditional cuisine with prices from 1,000 yen
Akihabara area and Kanda
Botan Restaurant: Address 1-15 Kanda-sudacho, Chiyoda-ku. Opening hours 11.30 am. Serve traditional dishes priced between 5,000 yen
Kanda Yabu Soba Restaurant: Address 2-10 Kanda-awajicho, Chiyoda-ku. Hours cua11.30 morning. Serve the pasta with the price of 500 yen
Ueno Park
Restaurants Hantei: Address 2-12-15 Nezu, Bunkyo-ku. Asakusa-bashi, or the 100 yen shop. Opening hours 2.30pm. Serving traditional for between 2,000-3,000 yen
Asakusa area
Restaurants Asakusa Imahan: Address 3-1-12 Nishi-Asakusa, Taito-ku. Opening Hours 11:30 am. Shabu shabu-Main courses are priced between 5,000-7,000 yen
Restaurants Sometaro: Address 2-2-2 Nishi-Asakusa, Taito-ku. Opening Hours before 10pm. Serving dishes are okonomiyaki with prices from 750-1500 yen
Akasaka area
Lotus Palace: Address 2-14-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku. Opening hours 11am. Serve the noodles Vietnam at prices ranging from 750 yen
Roppongi area
Restaurants Fukuzushi: Address 5-7-8 Roppongi, Minato-ku. Opening hours 11am. Sushi and sashimi Served with price of 5,000 yen
Shibuya
Restaurants Kujiraya: Address 2-29-22 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku. Opening hours 11am. Serving traditional with price from 5,000 yen
Harayuku and Aoyama parks
Restaurants Mominoki House: Address 2-18-5 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku. Opening hours 11am. Serve nutritious snacks for between 1000-2000 Japanese Yen
Shiyuku Zone
Park Hyatt Delicatessen: Address 1st fl, Park Hyatt, 3-7-1-2 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku. Opening Hours 8am. Serve bread sandwiches with prices ranging from 1,000 yen.
Shopping Guide
An important part of travel for tourists in Vietnam is shopping, not only to bring about what in Vietnam can not be bought, but also small gifts for loved ones, family and friends. Prices in Japan are not too expensive as Vietnam often think, especially with technology items, and quality "made in Japan ", it has made a long-standing reputation in the hearts of consumers
Shopping in Tokyo
Tokyo is one of the largest cities, the world's busiest, so you can buy everything you need from the latest technology products, household items, modern interior electronics until the traditional crafts of Japan ... So do not forget to stroll through Tokyo shopping offline.
Akihabara electronics area
One landmarks located in the heart of Tokyo. Who has time to come here to make an unforgettable impression of a place known as "electronic city". Hundreds of electronic items exhibited here are spoiled for visitors to look at and enjoy. Electronics prices here cheaper by 20-30%, with the preferred system of duty-free sale to foreigners. Buying an item in the domestic production of Japan is always cheaper one with genuine items but produced abroad.
In addition to the luxury items here we can purchase these items originate from Asia, especially China, cheaper, or shopping in the store area of 100 yen. If given the opportunity to go to Japan you should not miss the opportunity to own the item of high quality electronics in Akihabara electronics area.
Sony Building
Located in the Ginza-Tokyo, Sony Building is considered the center of technology in the world of Sony. This is where updated information on products and services of Sony Corporation and is where visitors can learn about the high-tech wave of Sony. Each year more than 5.6 million visitors to visit, that figure also shows the attraction of the Sony Building, where we can enjoy yourself in the world of technology, immersed in the feeling of the link between real and virtual life. Also in the building also has a system sony galleries, restaurants, coffee shops and unique stores to serve tourists.Tsukiji Central Market
Located right in the heart of Tokyo, from about 15 minutes walk Ginza, Tsukiji Market is dubbed fresh seafood markets the world's largest. If not seen it myself, it's hard for you to imagine the scale of big markets, where more than 2,300 gathered at a seafood tonnes per day. Although the number of such great seafood but the market still no foul smell, and have a very unique rules at the market, which is seafood to sell out during the day, so you can be assured of quality seafood here. As a unique feature is that the seafood here in the form of an auction sale, if there is a chance try to market this distinctive Japanese look.
Omote-sando Avenue
With the wide corridor, the trees on either side, this is one of the most beautiful and luxurious avenue of Tokyo. Here you can visit and see the full range of prestigious fashion shops of Japan, France, Italy ..., or visit the unique shops of Japanese cuisine. Avenue of Tokyo fashion this is where you can stroll, admire, admire the latest fashion trends of the world.Mandarake
Along with sumo or sushi, manga comics, but now has become one of the symbols of the land of the rising sun. Visit Mandarake you can witness the richness, diversity of all the publications, products are sold in about Manga here, can be found from these famous works as Doremon, Conan, Jindo ... to the newly launched series. For those who are followers of the manga, while in Japan, surely Mandarake is a destination not to be missed
Kapabashi-dori
This area is located near Asakusa, is home to many restaurants specializing in providing the model shop. Many Japanese restaurants display their menu section with plastic models to the outside, especially the model of their expertise. You can find here all the unique cuisine of renovation as Sushi, Sashimi ..., all plastic
Ameyoko
Ameyoko is a busy shopping district along the Yamanote between Okachimachi and Ueno stations, as part of the black market after World War II.Bay hours Ameyoko is a path full of grocery products such as pants clothing, handbags, shoes, cosmetics, food spices, fresh and dry food. Supply busy road this gives the impression integrate into world trade here, do we forget about feeling lonely, or strange to be a tourist
Traditional artisans Center Japan
Built in the general purpose is advocacy for consumers and distributors understand the importance of traditional crafts, where the value of Japanese traditional crafts are featured. You can see the permanent exhibition of handicrafts, traditional magazines and life, learn the crafts of information through images, objects, library and video, learn the area manufacturing, consumer services. This is a can not fail to address if you want to learn more about Japanese culture.
Kinokuniya Bookstore
Maybe you're just listening to Kinokuniya first name but this is one of the very famous brand in the publishing world comics and entertainment publications. Guests will fret when lost in a huge world of cultural publications, paintings, photos, stories. With elegant design, using mostly wooden furniture, creating a sense of home friendly and warm to the reader. And especially readers can both read and sip a cup of coffee here, great right?
Roppongi Hills
Art, museums, gardens, schools, theater, cinema, apartments, world-famous restaurants can all be found here. Typically the image of a modern Japan, at Roppongi Hills you can find everything you need is easy, with a modern comfort and the highest
Venus Fort
You want to just enjoy the delicious food in the restaurant Italy, France, walking in the shopping district of Las Vegas, and look at the Japanese women dressed in trendy trang.Venus Fort is an outstanding location perfect for you. This is a place to visit and shop very unique combination of many national styles. In light shimmering colorful, enjoy the French cuisine style very quick service and dedication of the Japanese people, imagine a try, you will find yourself a god actually reach Venus Fort.
Decks Tokyo Sea
A huge shopping mall with a large number of restaurants sea shops, cafes and entertainment centers. Located in Tokyo's Odaiba district, this is one of the main attractions at this Tokyo.Tai have fully sold products fashionable clothing, modern furniture and antique, clocks, furniture equipments play, cosmetics, and other items from the sea, would be an omission if you come to Tokyo without visiting this place
Ginza
Located near the Imperial Palace, Ginza is the most luxurious shopping district of Tokyo with hundreds of malls, stores, shops, galleries and entertainment venues. Goods here are very expensive and are famous brands of the world. This is one of the attractions visitors most of Japan. However, to Ginza, if not you are likely very abundant economic, or intend to buy something truly valuable, they should visit, do not buy things here, because of high prices in Ginza many times the other parks in Tokyo.Qu à memorial in Tokyo
Note that in Japan, the items are priced clearly, you do not need to pay the price, except for special places such as flea markets, old electronics stores or electronic marketplaces Akihabara.Mua row in Japan majority bear 5% consumption tax and off season at most every summer (July, August) and New Year season (December, January)
If you want to buy something valuable, good quality, you should buy in Ginza. But electronic shopping you can go to the flea market, or Akihabara electronics market. With special souvenir of Japan as dolls , umbrellas, hats, fans, clothes kimono , bags ... then you go to Asakusa-bashi district, or the 100 yen shop .
Have to go
Take Tokyo, for some people is to enjoy sushi , drink sake ; for some others is to explore the distinctions in everyday life of the people of Tokyo, to search the nooks; and also riders Japanese tourists to learn the history, the places and monuments. From the list that appears in the locations where anyone while in Tokyo, Japan also has to visit at least once.
Beer Museum Shibuya district
You must buy tickets to enter the tour this unique museum. Here you can find everything about handicapped beer industry of Japan, from the history, artifacts, galleries, parks and beer tasting studio. You can take pictures with the giant beer, watching the process of producing a beer ....
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Temple Nenbutsuji
One of the ancient temple in Tokyo lucky not war-torn. Towering over time from the 11th century to the present, the temple is one of the spiritual heritage of the Japanese. In modern bustling atmosphere of Tokyo, this is a great place for you to come and look to the past.
Himeji Palace
Himeji Palace is one of the world's cultural heritage by UNESCO, is one of the finest architectural Japan. Also known as the "White Castle by crane is designed in the shape of a crane, as well as a symbol of the city of Himeji, the palace was built from wood, dado outside to waterproof and fireproof. This is not just a structure that the military is a unique project. Storied Himeji Castle is a beautiful building in any angle.Golden Temple
Kinkakuji Temple also known as the "Golden Temple" was originally a general holiday cottages of Ashikaga, commander under the Muromachi period (1336-1573). After his death, the house became a temple covered in gold leaf throughout. The temple was destroyed in 1950 and restored in 1955. Guests will have the opportunity to learn about the vibrant culture Muromachi period, along with the design very unique architecture of the Japanese.Kamakura Daibutsu
This is the largest Buddha statue, Kamakura bronze; high 11,4m; weighs 122 tons; is molded around the 13th century Colors time, color was tinged on his weathered statue, but each time come here you will feel the majesty, tranquility, peace and serenity in the heart.
Tokyo Tower
As a self-supporting steel structure tallest (designed after the model of the Eiffel tower but higher than 13m), with a height of 333m, the Tokyo Tower is close to 1 in 21 tallest towers in the world. The construction of this tower Nha65t map to show the development and modernization of Tokyo and Japan. You come here in the evening to watch the brilliant colors of Tokyo with more than 164 colored lights, the color of these lights also vary by season. If standing in the observatory of the tower, you can see the Mount Fuji .Meiji Shrine
Built to commemorate and honor the indomitable spirit of Emperor Meiji and his merits as for the country of Japan. Located in a green forest, north Yoyogi park in Harajuku, here is an address interests of the young holiday weekend.
Kachidoki Bridge
It is a symbol of Tokyo, Kachidoki bridge began last two beats on the day 11.29.1970. The bridge is one of the blood vessels transport the most important cities.
Edo Tokyo Museum
Bring modern architecture of a spaceship but museum contains a complete history of Tokyo. Coming here you can reach the Royal Gardens nearby to immerse ourselves in the past, romance and reflection. If you want to know about the history of Tokyo, you can not miss this museum.
Tokyo water play area
Inaugurated in March 9/2001 and was one of the many parks in the world to you. This is the 2nd member of Japan built in the model of the type of resorts. after Disney Land, when playing underwater aka Tokyo Disney Sea. Model of modern entertainment became an attractive destination for domestic travelers and tourists from around the world, it gives people a feeling of complete relaxation after a long day of work each.