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Topics: Culture
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Visit the Area around the TOKYO SKYTREE, a Tokyo landmark, to experience Japan’s National Sport, Arts and Culture
TOKYO SKYTREEistheworld’s tallest tower. This month, we introduce various destinations for experiencing Japanese culture in the area around the foot of the tower. Options include tours, popular with foreign visitors, for learning about Japan’s national sport of sumo, a museum full of Japanese swords, and an art gallery showcasing the works of world-famous ukiyo-e (Japanese woodblock print) artist
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Experience the Traditional Crafts of Edo The Appealing Beauty and Skillful techniques of Amezaiku (Candy Art)
Asakusa, Tokyo, is part of the Shitamachi, an area of Tokyo famous for its local traditions, craftsmanship and proud distinctive culture. Since the Edo Period, Asakusa has prospered as a center of many trades. The culture of craftsmanship remains strong today. First-person craftexperiences are recently extremely popular among foreign visitors to the district, with visitors trying their hand at cra
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The natural beauty of fall destinations in Tatebayashi & Ashikaga area
In this edition, we introduce Ashikaga &Tatebayashi area, reachable in only around one hour from Asakusa Station on board the Limited Express Ryomo. Highlights include the flowers of Tatebayashi, which include azaleas and moss phlox, as well as the Ashikaga Flower Park, destinations which are beautiful not only in spring but also in fall, when red leaves fill the Momiji Valley, fall colors are
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Travelling deep into Asakusa with the help of shafu. Rickshaw pullers recommend Asakusa highlights
Today, we are going to introduce the Asakusa and TOKYO SKYTREE area, one of Japan’s leading tourist destinations. The area’s rickshaw pullers, known in Japanese as shafu, are extremely knowledgeable about the area and can help you make the most out of your holiday, taking you to out-of-the-way spots for great photos and long-standing recommended local merchants, provide great service to domestic a
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A once-every-four-year sporting event and an in-depth look at Japan’s culture Recommended spots for sampling the traditional culture of working people in Tokyo
There is just one year to go before Japan hosts a once-every-four year sporting event. In this edition of our newsletter, we introduce the popular Asakusa and TOKYO SKYTREE TOWN, a convenient neighborhood to experience the traditional culture of working people in the Edo period, with easy access from the new national stadium that will serve as the event’s main venue. Asakusa offers opportunities
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New Pier Embassy Villa Memorial Parks at Lake Chuzenji,Nikko Tochigi-Prefecture Japan, open on June 1
Tobu Railway Co., Ltd. and Tobu Kogyo Co., Ltd. are opening a new pier, Embassy Villa Memorial Park Pier, for the Chuzenjiko Cruise trafficking Lake Chuzenji in Nikko on Saturday, June 1, 2019.
The new pier is about 170 meters from the Italian and British Embassy Villa Memorial Parks, you could easily access to the Embassy Villa Memorial Parks.
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Travel to Nikko and Aizu to Combine an Early Experience of Fall at Japan’s Highest Lake with an Introduction to Samurai Culture
In this edition, we would like to introduce Nikko, approximately two hours by train from Asakusa. A 30-minute bus ride from the station brings you to the area around Lake Chuzenji, Japan’s highest altitude lake, where fall always comes a little early. After enjoying the beautiful colors and natural surroundings, we recommend traveling to Ouchi-juku, to learn about samurai culture and experience st
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Cultural walks among the traditional buildings of Tochigi, a trading city. Experience the architectural beauty of Old Edo.
In this edition, we introduce a journey through the history and culture of old Edo, Japan’s ancient capital. After discovering history and culture at the Edo-Tokyo Museum, we recommend you to take a journey of approximately 70 minutes on Tobu Railway from Asakusa Station to reach Tochigi City, a town that still retains some of the atmosphere of Japan’s days gone by, with traditional warehouses fro
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Outdoor Activities and Japanese History. Recharge in the Natural Surroundings of Nikko.
We introduce attractions in the area beside Lake Chuzenji, around 30 minutes by bus from Tobu Nikko, the nearest railway station to the World Heritage listed of Nikko Toshogu Shrine. As well as enjoying outdoor activities in natural surroundings, we recommend visitors take in the area’s history while soaking up the views and trying local products. With a reservation, you can take a tour with a lic
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Eiffel Tower Collaboration Products Release. Limited edition items will be available for sale at TOKYO SKYTREE® from February 20. Photo spot available on the TOKYO SKYTREE TEMBO DECK.
TOKYO SKYTREE operated by TOBU TOWER SKYTREE Co.,Ltd. (Head office: Sumida Ward, Tokyo, President: Shigenori Sagemi) will collaborate with the Eiffel Tower operated by Société d’Exploitation de la Tour Eiffel (Head office: Paris, France, President: Patrick Branco Ruivo) to sell special limited edition products at TOKYO SKYTREE.
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Full Calendar of Cultural Events Including Artistic Portable Shrines and Dramatic Horseback Archery. See Japan’s Traditional Culture up Close at Spring Festivals
Many annual festivals are held across Japan. We introduce various Spring Festivals, accessible via Tobu Railways, that give you a chance to view traditional Japanese culture up close. Whether looking at artistic portable shrines, the samurai art of Yabusame (horseback archery), or the intricate beauty of bonsai, which is popular overseas, there is much of value for visitors to enjoy.
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- Ideal Day Trip from Tokyo - Leave Your Worries Behind with the Spectacular Displays of Spring Flowers
Japan offers a wide range of beautiful scenery depending on the season. Spring, a season of beautiful colors, is particularly recommended. Below, we introduce a number of outstanding flower-viewing spots in the Ryomo area, accessible via Tobu railway lines. Floral highlights include sweeping views of wisteria, azalea, nemophila and roses, all reachable in around 90 minutes from central Tokyo. Why
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It’s Nearly Time for Spring, the Perfect Season for Enjoying Japan. Introducing the Best Locations for Viewing the Cherry Blossoms.
Japan’s spring cherry blossoms are a must-see for visitors. In late March and early April, when temperatures begin to warm following the cold winter, cherry blossoms bloom in profusion across the country. In this edition of our newsletter, we introduce some of the best locations in Japan for making the most of the cherry blossom’s beauty.
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TOKYO SKYTREETOWNSM Dream Christmas 2018. Thursday, November 8 to Tuesday, December 25, 2018.
“TOKYO SKYTREETOWNSM Dream Christmas 2018” will be held at TOKYO SKYTREETOWN during the period between Thursday, November 8 and Tuesday, December 25, 2018.
Under the theme “Colorful Christmas” throughout TOKYO SKYTREETOWNSM this year, an illumination event featuring brightly-colored ornament balls and other special attractions will be offered to set the mood for Christmas.
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Collaboration Event Presented by TOKYO SKYTREE® and the Movie Dragon Ball Super: Broly Outline of “Dragon Ball Super: Broly SKYTREE Super” announced!! Thursday, November 1, 2018 to Monday, January 7, 2019.
TOKYO SKYTREE operated at TOBU TOWER SKYTREE and TOEI ANIMATION will jointly hold a collaboration event “Dragon Ball Super: Broly SKYTREE Super” during the period between Thursday, November 1, 2018 and Monday, January 7, 2019 to celebrate the release of Dragon Ball Super: Broly, the 20th theatrical film of the highly popular animation Dragon Ball series.
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New place of interest following the Tembo Deck and Tembo Galleria. Visit 155-m Height of TOKYO SKYTREE® In Our New SKYTREE TERRACE TOUR Starting Tuesday, October 23 Also opening SKYTREE GALLERY on 1F Group Floor.
The TOKYO SKYTREE TOWER managed by TOBU TOWER SKYTREE Co., Ltd. will start to offer a guided SKYTREE TERRACE TOUR for a special experience of the open-air terrace 155 meters high.
From the newly opened terrace, tour participants will be able to enjoy the panoramic view over the tower’s robust steel framework, while feeling fresh breeze coming up from the ground. Professional guide will also giv -
Artistic Snow Sculptures, Igloos, and Winter Illuminations Snow Festivals - a Great Opportunity to Enjoy the Unique Japanese Winter Scenery
Winter in Japan is just about to arrive. In this edition, we introduce you to the Sapporo Snow Festival, one of Japan's largest festivals of snow and ice, the Ouchi-juku snow festival, held in a snow-covered village that still looks just as it did in bygone days, and the Yunishikawa Onsen Kamakura Festival, where kamakuras (traditional Japanese-style igloos) are lit up at night. Welcome to the uni
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Revision of Price and Use Conditions for Reservation of Group Ticket for TOKYO SKYTREE® Observation Deck ～Reservation starts on Mon. Oct 1, 2018 for visit on or after Mon., Apr. 1, 2019～
The TOKYO SKYTREE managed by TOBU TOWER SKYTREE Co., Ltd. will revise the price for reservation of group tickets, either for general groups or for school activities, effective for tower visit on Monday, April 1, 2019 onwards. The detailed terms for group reservation will also be revised substantially, to make the tower experience even more convenient for group visitors.
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Beautiful Illuminations Light up the Winter Sky in Japan. Enrich Your Nightlife with Seasonal Illuminations on View for a Limited Time Only.
Intricate illuminations are one of the highlights of the Japanese winter. The illuminations at Ashikaga Flower Park are recognized as one of Japan’s three best light shows. Other winter illumination highlights include the lighting up of the TOKYO SKYTREESM to turn the tower into the “world’s tallest Christmas tree”, and the winter lights at Tobu World Square, where many of the world’s most famous
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