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Tokyo Metropolitan Government building twin towers

Japan: Nishi-Shinjuku — views from Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building sky deck

Date: 27th March 2015

I had a packed day yesterday. A day that began at Senso-ji in the morning, Ueno Park and Zoo in the afternoon and Shibuya in the evening. I slept well — a bit too well because by the time I had breakfast and left the hostel, it was already noon.

Halc Odakyu mall Shinjuku Tokyo
I got off at Nishi-Shinjuku station and ended up at a Uniqlo (yes, again) and Bic Camera (electronics store)
Mode Gakuen cocoon tower Japan
I was in Nishi-Shinjuku mainly to go to the Tokyo Metropolitan Building for the free observation deck
Sompo Japan building Shinjuku Tokyo
Nishi-Shinjuku is the area of Shinjuku Ward dubbed ‘Skyscraper City’– which is why I wanted to see it as I appreciate tall structures and good architecture
Mode Gakuen Cocoon building Japan
It has the highest concentration of skyscrapers in Tokyo. Including cool-looking building like the Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower — which houses three educational institutions
Nishi-Shinjuku business district Tokyo
Nishi-Shinjuku is home to the corporate offices of many major Japanese and international businesses
Love art installation Shinjuku Tokyo
Japan’s installation of artist Robert Indiana’s famous LOVE sculpture
Tokyo metropolitan building side view
I used Google Maps on my phone to guide me to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, the 8th tallest building in Japan
Tokyo Metropolitan Government building twin towers
Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building is the headquarters of the local government for the Greater Tokyo Area

The 48-storey, 243-metre high building rises to form a twin tower at the top and on the 45th floor of each tower is an observation deck which is open to public — completely free! Continue reading “Japan: Nishi-Shinjuku — views from Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building sky deck” »

Shibuya crossing junction Tokyo Japan

Japan: Shibuya – the busiest crossing in the world, and home to a loyal dog

Date: 26th March 2015

After I left Ueno Zoo, I walked back to Ueno station as I decided to go to Shibuya next.

Ueno building pavement Tokyo
On the way back to Ueno station, I looked across the street and noticed a busy alley
Ameyoko shopping street Tokyo
This is Ameyoko street, a busy shopping area
It was filled with street shops selling discounted clothing and fakes
It was filled with street shops selling discounted clothing (and a few fakes)
Crabsticks shop Ameyoko street Tokyo
A few food stores too
Doner kebab Ueno Tokyo Japan
Doner kebab, what Turkey calls the shawarma
Shops Ameyoko street Tokyo
I didn’t really find anything appealing or worth buying

I went back to Ueno station to go to Shibuya.

Continue reading “Japan: Shibuya – the busiest crossing in the world, and home to a loyal dog” »

Panda eating bamboo Ueno zoo Japan

Japan: Ueno Zoo – pandas, a lonely polar bear, and more

Date: 26th March 2015

After beginning my day in Asakusa, I was now at Ueno Park, the largest public park in Tokyo city.

Ueno park sakura zoo Tokyo
The sakura trees needed a few more days to fully bloom
Ueno park zoo line Tokyo
I decided to check out the pandas at Ueno Zoo, located inside the park

Entry tickets to the zoo cost ¥600 (₹360/$5/€4). I was mostly here for the pandas but I figured I would then take a quick stroll around the zoo as well.

Giant panda facts Ueno zoo
Pandas are native to China
Panda Ueno park zoo Tokyo Japan
I don’t remember exactly how many pandas I saw, but I believe Ueno Zoo has around 3 pandas currently
Panda chewing bamboo Tokyo Japan
Most of the time I just saw them chewing on bamboo 🙂
Giant panda Ueno Zoo Tokyo
Pandas are so cute!
Panda eating Ueno zoo Japan
Check out this guy, he he
Panda eating bamboo Ueno zoo Japan
“Nom nom nom nom”

Here is a brief video:

After the pandas, I walked around to see what other animals they have at Ueno. Continue reading “Japan: Ueno Zoo – pandas, a lonely polar bear, and more” »

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