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Tradition collides with pop culture in Tokyo, where you can reverently wander ancient temples before rocking out at a karaoke bar. Wake up before the sun to catch the lively fish auction at the Tsukiji Market, then refresh with a walk beneath the cherry blossom trees that line the Sumida River. Spend some time in the beautiful East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, then brush up on your Japanese history at the Edo-Tokyo Museum. Don’t forget to eat as much sushi, udon noodles, and wagashi (Japanese sweets) as your belly can handle.
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1. Meguro River
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4.5 based on 586 reviews
Reviewed By kayelle100 - Sydney, Australia
We went to Nakameguro to see the illumination of the cherry blossom trees along Meguro River. About 800 cherry trees line a 2.2 kilometre stretch of the Meguro River, and 1 kilometre of this is illuminated, with the lights turned on around sunset (5pm) and switched off at 9pm each night. Red lanterns line both sides of the river, and vendors set up stalls along the narrow side streets selling the usual festival fare, as well as pink champagne / sparkling wine by the glass. The 10 or so bridges across the river provide the most spectacular views.
2. Nomigawa Shinsui Park
3. Sumida River
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 381 reviews
During the Edo period, lords and ladies took a boat along the Sumida River to Asakusa and the Sensoji Temple. Today, a sightseeing boat takes a similar route departing from the traditional Hama Rikya Garden.
Reviewed By PaulSiow - Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Since we stayed nearby in Asakusa, we walked to Sumida river banks. Saw cherry blossoms, but not peak yet. Pleasant and cool to walk along the river banks.
4. Shinobazu Pond
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4.0 based on 497 reviews
Reviewed By Nunngo
The pond in Ueno park is filled with so much beauty. Lots of bird life, fish (huge fish) and turtles. The lotuses grow prolifically and their bright pink flowers contrast against the intense green of the leaves. Walk around the pond, although large in size it doesn't take long to see it from all angles.
5. Omori Furusato no Hamabe Park
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4.0 based on 46 reviews
It is the only division beach park in the city that reproduced the former Omori coast. You can play water and play on the white sand beach that lasts about 400 meters. In addition, in the park there are natural plazas, play equipment and so on and it is a spot that you can enjoy with your family. You can also use the rest house / futsal field. Please check the official website for details. Wheelchair accessible toilet. Parking lot available. Closed: December 29th to January 3rd Opening Hours: Plaza Hometown area available all day, Beach area From 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM
