| Tokyo is a city bursting with contrasts, from | | | | |
| its dazzling neon lights perched high on the | | | | Beneath the modernity of the countless bars, |
| sides of skyscrapers right down to its | | | | restaurants and shopping centres of Tokyo |
| tranquil cherry blossom gardens dotted around | | | | beats an ancient heart. |
| the city, Tokyo is truly awe inspiring. | | | | |
| | | | This is reflected on a day to day basis by |
| With a population nearing 13 million, you'd | | | | age-old traditions that are deeply routed |
| expect crime to be a big a problem. On the | | | | into the Japanese population, such as their |
| contrary though, Tokyo is one of the safest | | | | strong dining etiquette. |
| cities on the planet. | | | | |
| | | | However, too truly experience Japanese |
| Due to the extremity of Tokyo' seasons, the | | | | culture at its best there is a wealth of |
| city is best experienced during the milder | | | | temples, shrines, gardens and parks |
| months. | | | | throughout the city. |
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| Cuisine is something that the Japanese take | | | | With such a vast area to explore and so much |
| very seriously and whether you're planning on | | | | ground to cover to fully experience the city |
| paying big or small you're sure to be | | | | getting around is a vital component to any |
| impressed by the sheer variety on offer. | | | | visit to Tokyo. |
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| If shopping is your thing, then you will be | | | | In true Japanese style, Tokyo boasts one of |
| hard pressed to not find what you're looking | | | | the most efficient and advanced public |
| for in the megalopolis that is Tokyo. | | | | network systems in the world, making sure you |
| Numerous shops are open throughout the night | | | | won't miss a thing. |
| as well as the day. | | | | |