Tokyo aka: Toukyou,Tohkyoh,東京

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• Tokyo (東京, Tōkyō?), officially Tokyo Metropolis (東京都, Tōkyō-to?),[1] is one of the 47 prefectures of Japan and located on the eastern side of the main island Honshū. The twenty-three special wards of Tokyo, each governed as a city, cover the area that was http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tokyo
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• One Noodle at a Time in Tokyo by MATT GROSS January 31, 2010 Ramen, a simple concoction of broth and noodles, has inspired passion among Japanese and foreigners alike, and allows for a deeper understanding of the city itself. (read article)
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• Restaurant Review: Star Bar Ginza in Tokyo by PAT RYAN December 20, 2009 Service at this calm and cozy hideaway is friendly, but don’t be deceived: there are few bars that take their craft more seriously. (read article)

Activities in Tokyo

On the ultimate sushi-lovers' tour, you'll visit the world's largest fish market, try your hand at making sushi and then feast on sushi for lunch. What more could a sushi-lover ask for? $171.91

Explore the countryside, temples and shrines outside Tokyo on a full-day walking tour through Kamakura. This fascinating, fully guided excursion takes you to Kamakura's famous Great Buddha and pretty Hase Kannon Temple. You'll also have the option to t... $118.56

Discover the skill and philosophy of Japanese calligraphy, one of Japan's most respected arts. On this morning tour from Toyko you'll learn how to write Japanese characters with a traditional calligraphy brush, and discover the spiritual dimensions of ... $116.19

There's much to see in bustling Tokyo and this full-day tour is the perfect introduction to the city's sights. You'll visit Japan's most famous Shinto shrine, take a stroll around the gardens of the Imperial Palace and spend time at Tokyo's oldest Budd... $117.37

Explore the scenic shrines and countryside of the Nikko National Park on a day trip from Tokyo. Nikko has been a center of Shinto and Buddhist mountain worship for centuries, and is famous for its shrines, mountain landscapes, lakes, waterfalls, hot sp... $165.98