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Tokyo Skytree 🫶🗾🇯🇵⛩️

Since its inauguration in 2012, the Tokyo Skytree has become a defining feature of Tokyo's skyline. While its observation decks offer breathtaking panoramic views, the iconic tower also provides a wide variety of activities for visitors to enjoy.

The Skytree has two main observation decks. At 350 meters, the Tembo Deck provides a stunning 360-degree view of the city and its surroundings. For an even more thrilling experience, you can go 100 meters higher to the Tembo Galleria, a glass-walled spiral ramp that makes you feel as though you're walking among the clouds. On a clear day, you might even be able to see the iconic peak of Mount Fuji in the distance.

At the base of the tower is Tokyo Solamachi, a large shopping complex with over 300 shops and restaurants. You can find everything from trendy fashion and unique Japanese goods to a wide range of dining options, including a food court, cafes, and high-end restaurants. If you'd like to dine with a view, there's also a cafe on the Tembo Deck and the Sky Restaurant 634 (Musashi) on the Tembo Deck, which serves Japanese-French fusion cuisine.

Beyond the tower itself, there are many other attractions within the Tokyo Skytree Town complex. You can explore the fascinating marine life at the Sumida Aquarium or gaze at the stars and planets at the Konica Minolta Planetarium "Tenku." The area also has unique spots like the Postal Museum Japan, which features a massive collection of stamps from all over the world.

Whether you're looking for an unforgettable view, a unique dining experience, or a fun day of shopping and entertainment, the Tokyo Skytree and its surrounding complex have something to offer everyone.

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The popular Maneki Neko or "Lucky Cat," which you often see in restaurants and shops, has a legendary origin story that dates back to 17th-century Japan.

According to the legend, a feudal lord was sheltering under a tree during a storm when he noticed a cat raising its paw as if to wave him over. Curious, he followed the cat into a nearby temple. Moments later, lightning struck the very tree he had been standing under.

The cat's simple gesture saved his life, and from that day forward, the beckoning cat became a symbol of luck and protection.

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Mount Omuro 🇯🇵


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Cherry blossom 🌸🌸


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In Japan, the term "Johatsu" (蒸発), which literally means "evaporation," refers to people who deliberately disappear from their lives due to intense personal pressures like debt, family conflict, shame, or work-related stress. According to The Economic Times, these individuals often vanish without warning, leaving behind homes, jobs, and relationships to start over in complete anonymity.

To make this possible, many turn to specialized companies known as "night movers" or yonige-ya. These discreet services operate mostly under cover of darkness, helping clients pack up and relocate without alerting neighbors or family. The phenomenon gained traction in the 1990s after Japan’s economic bubble burst, leaving many in financial ruin. Sociologist Hiroki Nakamori notes that Japan’s cultural emphasis on privacy and the limited police involvement in non-criminal disappearances make it surprisingly easy for someone to vanish.

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Mt. Fuji 🥰❤️🫶⛩️

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