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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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Imperial Hotel

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

$321 - $417

Location. Located in central Tokyo, Imperial Hotel is within walking distance of Tokyo Takarazuka Theatre and Hibiya Park. Nearby points of interest also include Kabuki za Theatre and Tokyo Imperial Palace. Hotel Features. Dining options at Imperial Hotel include a restaurant and a coffee... more

Hotel Arca Torre Roppongi

Address: 6-1-23 Roppongi,, Minato-kuTokyo

Hotel Arca Torre Roppongi

Location. Hotel Arca Torre Roppongi is located in Tokyo's Roppongi neighborhood, close to Mori Art Museum, Tokyo Tower, and Tokyo Imperial Palace. Nearby points of interest also include National Diet Building and Meiji Jingu Shrine. Hotel Features. Hotel Arca Torre Roppongi features a... more

The Strings by InterContinental Tokyo

Address: 2-16-1 Kounan, Tokyo

Location. Near the airport, The Strings by InterContinental Tokyo is located in Tokyo's Shinagawa neighborhood and close to Sengakuji Temple, Tokyo International Exhibition Centre, and Tokyo Tower. Additional points of interest include Tsukiji Fish Market and National Park for Nature Study.... more

Hotel Seiyo Ginza

Address: 1 11 2 Ginza Chuo Ku, Chuo-kuTokyo

Location. Hotel Seiyo Ginza is a business friendly hotel located in Tokyo's Ginza neighborhood, close to Mitsukoshi, Tokyo International Forum, and Tokyo Imperial Palace. Additional points of interest include National Diet Building and Tokyo Tower. Hotel Features. Dining options at Hotel... more

Grand Pacific Le Daiba

Address: 2-6-1 Daiba, Minato-kuTokyo

$120 - $218

Location. Grand Pacific Le Daiba is located near the beach in Tokyo's Odaiba neighborhood and close to Joypolis, Tokyo Tower, and Tsukiji Fish Market. Nearby points of interest also include Kabuki za Theatre and National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation. Hotel Features. In addition... more

Sheraton Grande Tokyo Bay Htl

Address: 1-9 Maihama Urayasu Chiba, Urayasu

$142 - $251

Location. Located in Urayasu, Sheraton Grande Tokyo Bay Htl is near the airport and close to Tokyo DisneySea, Disneyland Tokyo, and Tokyo Sea Life Park. Additional area points of interest include Tokyo International Exhibition Centre and Ariake Coliseum. Resort Features. Sheraton Grande Tokyo Bay... more

Tokyo Dome Hotel

Address: 1-3-61 Koraku, Bunkyo-kuTokyo

Location. Tokyo Dome Hotel is a business friendly hotel located in Tokyo's Iidabashi neighborhood, close to Tokyo Dome, Tokyo Imperial Palace, and National Diet Building. Additional points of interest include Tokyo Tower and Yasukuni Shrine. Hotel Features. Dining options at Tokyo Dome Hotel... more

Hotel New Hankyu Tokyo Tsukiji

Address: 8 Akashi, ChuoTokyo

Location. Hotel New Hankyu Tokyo Tsukiji is located near the beach in Tokyo's Ginza neighborhood and close to Tsukiji Fish Market, Tokyo Imperial Palace, and Tokyo Tower. Additional points of interest include National Diet Building and Kabuki za Theatre. Hotel Features. Dining options at... more

Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai

Address: 2-4-24 HigashiShinbashi Minato-ku, Tokyo

Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai

Location. Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia gai is located in Tokyo's Ginza neighborhood, close to World Trade Centre Building, Tokyo Tower, and Tokyo Imperial Palace. Nearby points of interest also include Tsukiji Fish Market and Kabuki za Theatre. Hotel Features. Mitsui Garden Hotel... more

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kamata

Address: 5-19-12 Kamata Oota-ku, Tokyo

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kamata

Location. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kamata is located in Tokyo, close to Wakamiya Hachiman gu Shrine, Heikenji, and Kawasaki Stadium. Nearby points of interest also include Muza Kawasaki Symphony Hall. Hotel Features. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kamata features a restaurant and a bar/lounge. The hotel serves... more


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