出典：tripnote.jpHere are some of Tokyo's most iconic sights to visit if you are traveling to Tokyo for the first time, including Sensoji Temple, Tokyo Tower, and Tokyo Sky Tree.
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1.Sensoji Temple
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Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate) is the symbol of Asakusa. Officially called "Kaminarimon," it is 3.9 m high, 3.3 m wide, and weighs about 700 kg, making it an excellent photo spot.
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After passing through the Kaminarimon gate, the Nakamise street continues, and after passing through the Hozomon gate, you will finally arrive at the main hall. Here you should definitely try to draw a traditional omikuji. The omikuji at Sensoji Temple is known for its large number of "bad lucks," but this is because the temple faithfully follows the ancient ratio of omikuji. I'll be really lucky if I get a big fortune at Sensoji!" The fact that there are so many "bad lucks" seems to be the opposite of what makes them so popular.
2.Tokyo Tower
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Opened in 1958 as a 333-meter-high general radio tower. Since then, Tokyo Tower has become a familiar symbol of Tokyo, with observation decks at 150 m above ground level and 250 m above ground level.
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The high-rise "Top Deck" was renovated in March 2018 and transformed into a futuristic space with shimmering geometric mirrors. On fine days, the kaleidoscopic diffused light is dazzling, and at night, the blue lighting creates a dramatic space.
Foot Town, a five-story commercial facility on the ground level of Tokyo Tower, is another attraction. It offers a variety of facilities including cafes, restaurants, and souvenir shops.
3.Tokyo Sky Tree
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Tokyo Sky Tree, which opened in the spring of 2012, is a 634-meter-high tower with two observation decks. It is the tallest radio tower in the world, consisting of three tiers 350m, 345m, and 340m above the ground, and the observation deck offers a 360-degree panoramic view.
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For an additional fee, visitors can also enter the 445-meter observation deck "Tenboukairou" and enjoy the view from the observation deck that is higher than the clouds.
There are also cafes and restaurants on the observation deck where you can enjoy a meal while admiring the spectacular view. Other facilities include the Sumida Aquarium, which is known for its unique exhibits, and the planetarium "Tenku".
4.Ameyoko
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Ameyoko" is a side street where you can enjoy shopping at very low prices. Brand-name cosmetics are available at surprisingly low prices, and there is a confectionary shop with a huge number of sweets lined up in a narrow space.
And don't miss the gourmet food in Ameyoko! You will feel as if you are walking in an Asian country, where you can taste nostalgic Japanese flavors and exotic international gourmet foods.
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The Ameyoko Center Building, a landmark of Ameyoko, further enhances the exotic atmosphere. In particular, the food section in the basement looks as if it is no longer in Japan. The seasonings and foodstuffs from Southeast Asia are lined up, and foreign languages are spoken here.
5.Meiji Jingu Shrine
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The shrine was built in 1920 and enshrines Emperor Meiji and Empress Dowager Shoken. The shrine grounds are so vast and lush that it is easy to forget that you are in Tokyo, and the air is so holy and sacred.
In addition to praying at the main shrine, you may want to visit the "Gyoen" garden, which is famous as a power spot. It is said that visiting in the morning is the best time to visit this famous power spot, Kiyomasa-no-ido.
6.Fuji Television Headquarters Building
The Fuji Television Headquarters Building, the symbol of Odaiba, is impressive with its round sphere. This part of the building is the 25th floor of the headquarters, which has an observation deck from a height of 100 meters to provide a 270-degree panoramic view of the Rinkai subcenter.
There are also facilities where visitors can experience the world of Fuji Television's TV programs, as well as a store where visitors can purchase goods featuring Chibimaruko-chan and other characters.
7.Roppongi Hills
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A complex of facilities centered around the 238-meter-high Mori Tower, there are many ways to play. Enjoy the view from the "Tokyo City View" overlooking Tokyo, appreciate art at the Mori Art Museum, or dine and shop at one of the more than 200 restaurants and stores. TV Asahi is also located on the premises, and it is interesting to catch a glimpse of the world of popular TV programs on the first floor, which is open to the public.
8.Ueno Onshi Park
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The lush green "Ueno Onshi Park" is a healing spot for Tokyoites. The park is home to various cultural facilities, including the National Museum of Western Art, which was registered as a World Heritage Site in 2016, the National Museum of Nature and Science, the Tokyo National Museum, and the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum.
There are also a variety of leisure facilities such as "Ueno Zoo," the oldest zoo in Japan, and boats on Shinobazunoike Pond.
9.Sunshine Aquarium
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Opened in 1978 as Japan's first rooftop aquarium, the Sunshine Aquarium was closed for a year from September 2010 and reopened in August 2011 with the concept of an "oasis in the sky. The outdoor area was renovated in July 2017, and now the main attraction is the "Penguins in the Sky," an overhead aquarium.
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Inside the museum, 23,000 exhibits of about 550 species are on display, and visitors can enjoy programs such as the lagoon tank feeding experience and performances by sea lions and other animals. The café offers a variety of unique aquarium menu items such as otter rice with hashed meat, sea salt soft serve ice cream, and drift ice drafts.
