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Sports (sumo, baseball, martial arts);
Mouth-watering cuisine;
Important contributions to arts and literature (poetry, manga, essays, novels), as well as science and technology (automotive, robotics,
aeronautics, electronics).
Popular Cities
Tokyo
Tokyo is the capital of Japan, and the most populous city in the world. In the early 1500s, it was a small castle town known as Edo and served
as the seat of the Tokugawa Ieyasu feudal government. It was given the name Tokyo in the late 1800s. Today, it is world-renowned for its vast
selection of temples and shrines, entertainment venues, dining spots and shopping districts that lure millions of global tourists every year.
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Tokyo Imperial Palace – the official residence of the Imperial Family
Akihabara – the anime, manga, and electronics district
Tokyo Skytree – a 634-metre high tower with observation decks
Asakusa – a traditional district where the Senso-ji Temple is located
Ueno Park – containing a zoo and several museums
Shibuya – a lively district in the heart of Tokyo
Shinjuku Gyoen – a park that features picturesque cherry blossoms and autumn leaves along with seats for relaxing and taking
in the view
Ghibli Museum – for fans of Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli films
Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea – Disney-themed parks for the young-at-heart
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