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TOKYO

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Many people say that if you once visit Tokyo than London, Paris and even New York will appear empty cities. Statistics speaks for itself: 13 million people live on the area of 2100 square meters, in daytime population increases for 2,5 million more for account of workers and students coming from suburbs. Tokyo always was the city of world level. It was found in XVI century and became one of the biggest world cities by XVIII century. After powerful earthquake of 1923 and bombings of World War II Tokyo rehabilitated itself very quickly and became the incarnation of economical miracle that brought Japan economic to the level of USA. By nineties Tokyo was named on of the fastest growing cities of the planet side by side with New York and London and also the center of fashion and cultural life not only of Japan but of the whole Asia. Except business structures and industry, tourism is also important income item. Tokyo is sixth in the world for the amount of coming tourists after London, Paris, New York, Hong Kong and Singapore. In the beginning cit and its endless bustle can disappoint. After disasters of XX century Tokyo doesn’t have many historic monuments and that classic Japan that tourists unconsciously desire to see. Tokyo is completely oriented on XXI century and this where it’s charm is hidden. Traditions undoubtedly have been preserved but they are not on the surface and not flaring, they are hidden in the details of Japanese everyday life. Tokyo can be explored by days. Except dozens of interesting museums, theme parks and other tourist attractions Tokyo is full of life during the night, especially in the Roppongi district.

Climate

In winter temperature usually doesn’t fall under 0C, precipitations are light. Average temperature of the coldest month January is -5C. Spring is quite warm and sunny. Summer is humid and hot (25-30C). August is the hottest month, temperature can reach 37C. Most precipitations occur from June to September.

Transport

The main public transport in Tokyo is railroad network that includes intercity lines and city metro. All together they have 70 lines, so this is the biggest railroad network in the world. Metro itself is the 4th in extent and 1st in passenger traffic. Tokyo has 7 railway stations: Akihabara, Ikebukuro, Shibuya, Shinagawa, Shinjuku, Tokio y Ueno, they all are linked with each other and with metro line Yamanote. From Tokyo station high-speed trains Shinkansen run in destinations Tokaido, Tohoku, Joetsu, Nagano, Yamagata, and Akita. Majority of bus stations are situated on the territory of metro or railway stations. Bus network connects Tokyo with all big cities of the country and with all cities of the region. Tokyo has 2 airports. Narita International airport is situated in the nearby prefecture Chiba and connected with Tokyo by Narita Express train. Tokyo International Airport (or Haneda Airport) provides less international flights but more domestic.

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Hotels in TOKYO


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Hilton Tokyo Bay

Address: 1-8 Maihama, Urayasu

Location. Hilton Tokyo Bay is located in Urayasu, close to Tokyo DisneySea, Disneyland Tokyo, and Tokyo Sea Life Park. Additional area points of interest include Tokyo International Exhibition Centre and Ariake Coliseum. Hotel Features. Hilton Tokyo Bay's restaurant serves breakfast and... more

Hilton Tokyo

Address: 6-2, Nishi-Shinjuku 6-chome, Shinjuku-kuTokyo

Location. Hilton Tokyo is a business friendly hotel located in Tokyo's Shinjuku neighborhood, close to Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, Meiji Jingu Shrine, and Yoyogi Park. Additional points of interest include Yasukuni Shrine and Studio Alta. Hotel Features. Dining options at Hilton... more

The Westin Tokyo

Address: 1-4-1 Mita, MeguroTokyo

$244 - $286

Location. The Westin Tokyo is located in Tokyo's Shibuya neighborhood, close to Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Photography, Tokyo Tower, and Yoyogi Park. Nearby points of interest also include Meiji Jingu Shrine and National Diet Building. Hotel Features. Dining options at The Westin Tokyo... more

InterContinental Tokyo Bay

Address: 1-16-2 Kaigan, MinatoTokyo

$179 - $253

Location. Near the airport, InterContinental Tokyo Bay is located in Tokyo's Shiba neighborhood and close to World Trade Centre Building, Tokyo International Forum, and National Diet Building. Additional points of interest include Tokyo Imperial Palace and Tokyo Tower. Hotel Features.... more

Park Hyatt Tokyo

Address: 3-7-1-2 Nishi Shinjuku, Shinjuku-kuTokyo

$498 - $1,084

Location. Located in central Tokyo, Park Hyatt Tokyo is a business friendly hotel within walking distance of Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall, Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, and Tokyo Opera City Tower. Additional points of interest include Meiji Jingu Shrine and Yoyogi Park. Hotel Features.... more

Hyatt Regency Tokyo

Address: 272 Nishishinjuku, Tokyo

$147 - $332

Location. Hyatt Regency Tokyo is a business friendly hotel located in Tokyo's Shinjuku neighborhood, close to Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, Meiji Jingu Shrine, and Yoyogi Park. Additional points of interest include Yasukuni Shrine and Studio Alta. Hotel Features. Hyatt Regency Tokyo... more

Rihga Royal Hotel Tokyo

Address: 1-104-19 Totsuka-machi, Shinjuku-kuTokyo

$209 - $263

Location. Rihga Royal Hotel Tokyo is a business friendly hotel located in Tokyo's Shinjuku neighborhood, close to Waseda University, Tokyo Imperial Palace, and Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. Additional points of interest include National Diet Building and Yasukuni Shrine. Hotel... more

Hotel Grand Palace

Address: 1-1-1 Iidabashi Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

$150 - $225

Location. Hotel Grand Palace is located in Tokyo's Iidabashi neighborhood, close to Nippon Budokan Hall, Yasukuni Shrine, and Tokyo Imperial Palace. Nearby points of interest also include Tokyo Tower and National Diet Building. Hotel Features. Hotel Grand Palace's restaurant serves... more

Hotel New Otani Tokyo

Address: 4-1 Kioi-cho Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

$179 - $274

Location. Hotel New Otani Tokyo is located in Tokyo's Akasaka neighborhood, close to Akasaka Palace, Tokyo Imperial Palace, and Tokyo Tower. Nearby points of interest also include National Diet Building and Yasukuni Shrine. Hotel Features. Dining options at Hotel New Otani Tokyo include a... more

Keio Plaza Tokyo

Address: 2-2-1 Nishi-shinjuku Shinjuku, Tokyo

Location. Keio Plaza Tokyo is a business friendly hotel located in Tokyo's Shinjuku neighborhood, close to Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, National Diet Building, and Meiji Jingu Shrine. Additional points of interest include Yoyogi Park and Yasukuni Shrine. Hotel Features. Dining... more


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