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Tiếng Việt - 1. Imperial Palace
- 1.1. Video about the Imperial Palace in Tokyo
- 2. Tokyo DisneySea Park
- 3. Kokugikan Sumo Arena
- 3.1. Video of Kokugikan Sumo Arena
- 4. Sensō-ji Temple
- 5. Sensō-ji Temple Address:2 Chome-3-1 Asakusa, Taitō, Tokyo 111-0032.
- 6. Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
- 7. Tokyo Dome City
- 8. Meiji Jingu Shrine
- 8.1. Video about Emperor Meiji Shrine Meiji Jingu
Tokyo is the capital of Japan and an international tourist destination. Because this city has many interesting places to visit. Let's explore the famous places in Tokyo in this article.
Imperial Palace
The Imperial Palace is where the Japanese imperial family currently lives and works. Its location is in the center of Tokyo. Here, the Emperor and Empress receive distinguished guests and leaders of countries, and receive diplomatic representatives dispatched to serve in Japan. This is also the most sacred historical area of the country. The Imperial Palace is located in a large park area surrounded by a moat and stone walls, with many ancient pine trees meticulously pruned outside. In front of the Imperial Palace is a two-tiered stone bridge spanning a deep moat, named Nijubashi.
The vast grounds of the Imperial Palace, like a park, are located in the Chiyoda ward of Tokyo, near Tokyo train station, and consist of many buildings, including the main palace.
The Imperial Palace is only open to the public twice a year: January 2nd, on the occasion of the New Year and Japanese festival, and December 23rd, the birthday of the reigning Emperor Akihito. On these days, the Imperial family will stand on the balcony for the public to cheer. On other days of the year, people can only stand outside the Imperial Palace gates to admire and take souvenir photos.
The outdoor garden is located in the southeast of the Imperial Palace, it is very large and faces the palace. It is open from Monday to Friday to welcome visitors. This area offers green spaces and serene lakes along with a beautifully manicured Japanese garden. Visitors can easily see remnants of old city walls. Nearby are the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo, Momat Kogeikan Crafts Gallery, and the Science Museum.
Video about the Imperial Palace in Tokyo
Imperial Palace Address: 1-1 Chiyoda, Chiyoda-ku, Tōkyō-to 100-8111.
Tokyo DisneySea Park
Tokyo DisneySea Parkowned by The Oriental Land Company, with the license to use Disney characters and themes from The Walt Disney Company, the park was estimated to attract 14 million visitors in 2013, making it the fourth most visited theme park in the world in 2013. Tokyo DisneySea is the second theme park to open at Tokyo Disney Resort and the ninth of eleven Disney theme parks in the world to become operational.
Tokyo DisneySea Parkis inspired by the myths and legends of the sea. The park area is divided into 7 themed areas: American Waterfront, Lost River Delta, Port Discovery, Mermaid Lagoon, Arabian Coast, and Mysterious Island. Depending on the season and area, the entertainment and rides vary. There are also play areas, many restaurants and shops, as well as parades that go around the park. This is a famous place in Tokyo well worth visiting if you are traveling with your children. This park is open until 10 PM. You can visit the website: https://www.tokyodisneyresort.jp/en/tds/to see shows and performances.
Tokyo DisneySea Park Address:1-1 Maihama, Urayasu, Chiba Prefecture 279-0031.
Kokugikan Sumo Arena
Kokugikan with the Ryogoku Kokugikan Sumo district in Sumida, Tokyo, is a facility for sumo matches with a capacity of up to 11,098 people. You can view the schedule and purchase tickets easily through the website: http://www.sumo.or.jp/En/.
This martial art relies on weight to defeat the opponent. Two Sumo wrestlers will compete against each other in the dohyo ring. The first one to touch the ground with any part of their body, fall within the ring, or be pushed out of the ring loses. Ticket prices for sumo performances vary depending on the seating options for each tourist in Tokyo, Japan. The closer the seats are to the competition ring, the more expensive the tickets become.
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Video of Kokugikan Sumo Arena
Kokugikan Sumo Arena Address:1 Chome-3-28 Yokoami, Sumida, Tokyo 130-0015.
Sensō-ji Temple
Sensō-jiA historic temple located in Asakusa, Taito, Tokyo, Japan. It is Tokyo's oldest temple and one of its most important. Previously belonging to the Tendai school, the temple is non-sectarian after World War II. Adjacent to the temple is a Shinto shrine, Asakusa Shrine.
At the entrance, there is a large red lantern, 4m high, 3.4m in circumference, weighing 670 kg. On either side of the gate are statues of Raijin (the god of thunder) and Fujin (the god of wind). Over the centuries, Senso-ji Temple has preserved many ancient relics, which is one of the reasons that attract countless locals and tourists in Tokyo, Japan.
Sensō-ji Temple Address:2 Chome-3-1 Asakusa, Taitō, Tokyo 111-0032.
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
Shinjuku Gyoen officially opened in 1949, covering 58.3 hectares with over 1,000 cherry trees and more than 10,000 other trees, making it one of the largest and most popular parks in Tokyo. Shinjuku Gyoen is divided into three different garden styles: a traditional Japanese garden, a French formal garden, and an English landscape garden.
The garden has over 10,000 mature trees. Notably, it features some of the first introduced species to Japan, such as Tulip trees, Paulownia, Himalayan trees, and Cypress trees, which are considered the characteristic beauty of a Japanese garden.
Additionally, various flowers bloom throughout the four seasons. In spring, vibrant flowers like roses, sakura, plum blossoms, and magnolias bloom; in summer, hydrangeas, gardenias, myrtle, and various green plants thrive; autumn offers spectacular red foliage, lilies, chrysanthemums, etc.; and in winter, visitors can admire the pristine white snowscape with flowers like Nihonzuisen, Kantsubaki, and Kanzakura.
Please note that pets are not allowed in the park, and bringing alcohol, tricycles, bicycles, as well as any actions that harm flora and fauna, or playing sports like soccer, badminton, ice skating, roller skating, etc., are prohibited. You can take the subway to reach Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.
Address: 11 Naitomachi, Shinjuku, Tokyo 160-0014
Tokyo Dome City
Tokyo Dome City is an entertainment complex in the heart of Tokyo that includes a baseball stadium, amusement park, spa, restaurants, and hotel. At Tokyo Dome City, there are over 20 different rides ranging from gentle ones for children to thrilling ones, with free admission for tourists in Tokyo, Japan. The capacity of this complex is up to 55,000 people at a time.
Among all the rides that visitors find most enjoyable and exhilarating is the roller coaster with a top speed of 130km/h, running around Tokyo Dome City with a giant Ferris wheel at its center. This is the fastest roller coaster in Tokyo and always provides a thrilling and exciting experience for all participating visitors.
Video about Tokyo Dome City amusement park
Meiji Jingu Shrine
Meiji Jingu Shrine (Emperor Meiji Shrine) is the most famous shrine in Tokyo. It is dedicated to Emperor Meiji – a famous historical figure known for the Meiji Restoration reforms – and also to the ancestors of the imperial family.
The shrine gate is made from two large cypress trunks with two horizontal beams above, symbolizing Shintoism, a religion unique to Japan, similar to village deities in Vietnam. Inside, there is a fairly large hall with seats and an altar. The shrine is built in the traditional Nagarezukuri style, primarily using Japanese cypress and copper.The shrine is surrounded by vast, dense forests gathered from all over Japan, all growing naturally without human intervention.
Meiji Jingu Shrine Address: 1-1 Yoyogikamizonocho, Shibuya, Tokyo 151-8557.
Video about Emperor Meiji Shrine Meiji Jingu
If you have trouble finding your way to these tourist attractions, you should rent a Japan travel WiFi. You will be able to use Google Maps to find your way more easily.
Tokyo has countless attractions for all ages. Above are the most famous and attractive tourist destinations in the capital of Japan. There are hundreds of other places to visit in Tokyo. Have a wonderful trip!
