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| of consumer culture collide with the quieter | | | | many.Feeding is half the fun of being in |
| moments that linger from older customs. It's | | | | Japan, and the adventuresome foodie will be |
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| the most striking expression of Japan's | | | | and sukiyaki for which it is best known in |
| capital city. Tokyo is a location where the | | | | other nations: there are over 20 different |
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| with the quieter moments that linger from | | | | difficult to find many things to keep you out |
| older customs. It's feverish madness | | | | of trouble in Tokyo. Or take you into it. |
| leavened by the most Zenic of | | | | Whether it's kabuki (traditional Japanese |
| calmnesses.While it's true the exciting vibe | | | | theater) or karaoke, izakaya (half eating |
| has a somewhat depressing flip side - | | | | place-half pub) or hot-spring hopping, the |
| shoebox living accommodations estates & | | | | Big Umeboshi - the 'Giant Sour Plum' - has |
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| meticulous detail. Sightseeing in its streets | | | | term is commonly one month, but some houses |
| can be a neon assault that leaves you elated | | | | likewise provide weekly or possibly daily |
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