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Water buses are the most scenic way of getting from Asakusa to the serene Hamarikyu Gardens or the very modern Odaiba shopping area. Cruise the Sumida River on the futuristic Hotaluna and Himiko ships, or opt for colorful yet more traditional vessels.
www.japan.travel/en/spot/1678/TOKYO SKYTREE, inaugurated in May 2012, and celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, is a free-standing broadcasting tower at a height of 634m. Looking down on Tokyo from the observation deck with its glass floor is a powerful experience. Visitors can also enjoy eating in the restaurants and shopping in the shops.
www.japan.travel/en/spot/1680/The Sensoji Temple is one of Tokyo's oldest temple. It is in Asakusa, a popular tourist spot that preserves the traditional shitamachi (shopping and entertainment district) atmosphere of Tokyo. There is a shopping arcade called the Nakamise-dori along the approach to the temple, where a variety of souvenirs and traditional Japanese products are sold.
www.japan.travel/en/spot/1691Odaiba is an island in the Tokyo Bay built on artificially reclaimed land. It is one of Tokyo‘s major commercial districts, connected to the mainland by the Rainbow Bridge. Enjoy shopping at Aqua City Odaiba, a large entertainment shopping mall, or take in the beautiful scenery at Odaiba Kaihin Park.
www.japan.travel/en/destinations/kanto/tokyo/odaiba/At this Okinawa themed park, the largest in the prefecture, you can experience different cultures continued to this day such as wearing Ryuso (traditional Okinawa clothing) and traditional Ryukyu glass making. There are also manyexciting events and spots such as the traditional Okinawa dance performance Eisa and the Gyokusendo limestone cave.
Okinawa WorldLocated on the west coast, this beautiful spot is the resort area of the main island of Okinawa. A special feature is a stone cliff in the shape of an elephant's trunk on the coast. It is very popular as a spot for viewing beautiful sunsets.
www.japan.travel/en/japan-magazine/2110_get-back-to-nature-in-okinawa-exploring-the-regions-natural-sple/Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium exhibits various kinds of marine life that inhabit the sea around Okinawa including the 8.8 m long whale shark and manta ray swimming. This popular spot attracts many tourists both from Japan and abroad.
www.japan.travel/en/spot/581/This beautiful island off the northern coast of the main island of Okinawa is surrounded by an emerald green sea. The very transparent waters can also be crossed by car over a bridge. Also known as Love Island, the heart shaped rock at the north of the island, known as “Heart Rock”, is a popular spot.
www.japan.travel/en/spot/586/You won't find a better spot for diving on the islands than the famous Blue Cave. There are tours available for novices and even non-swimmers to take the plunge. You can dive or snorkel all year round, but the best time to go is between May and October. It gets busy in the summer months so book ahead and be prepared to queue.
www.japan.travel/en/spot/592/Not far from Shuri Castle is one of the Ryukyu Kingdom royal family's favorite retreats, Shikinaen Royal Garden. This forested retreat has a large circular pond with several islands, stone bridges, a wooden palace, an observatory, a banana plantation and a freshwater spring. Foreign dignitaries and other high-ranking guests came here regularly.
www.japan.travel/en/destinations/okinawa/okinawa/naha-and-the-main-island/This main Naha Tourist street is 1.6 km long. Lined with restaurants and souvenir shops sitting side-by-side, it is lively with crowds of tourists late into the night. Even the back alleys are full of public markets and fancy shops, so it is perfect for a stroll.
www.japan.travel/en/spot/587/Karate is now an Olympic sport and martial art practiced by 130 million worldwide. Okinawa karate experience offers a fascinating way to discover the unique culture and the wonderful people who make the islands their home. With the right connections though, introductory lessons and even karate tours can be found in the land of its birth.
www.japan.travel/en/luxury/detail/okinawa-karate/If you're in the mood for some Americana, head to Mihama American Village, a large entertainment and shopping complex in Chatan. As you wander through the mall, located under an hour from Naha, you'll experience a classic taste of America mixed with local Okinawan flavor.
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