Millions of people from different parts of the world come to visit Tokyo every year. The city of Tokyo is well known for its architectural designs and styles. Some of the prominent landmarks in Tokyo are listed below:

Imperial palace

It is one of the most prominent landmarks in the city of Tokyo. It was present during the shogun period in Kyoto but was later relocated to the city of Tokyo. It was built with the same design and style.

Tokyo tower

The Tokyo tower is yet another popular attraction that is 333 meters high which is taller than the Eiffel tower in France. One can have a look at the bird’s eye view of Tokyo city from the tower.

Tokyo Earthquake memorial

The Tokyo earthquake memorial was built in the year 1930 in memory of thousands tablets of people who died during the massive earthquake in 1923.However it was destroyed in the year 1945 by U.S air raids.

Are you planning to travel to Tokyo these coming vacations? Then you must follow these tips for a better stay.

According to the Forbes magazine, Tokyo has been ranked as the 2nd most expensive city in the world. So, have enough money with you before travelling to Tokyo.

You must get used to people who stare at you because your look will definitely different from Japanese.

You must have a good number of toilet papers along with you because most often the toilet rooms lack these. You will find surprising types of toilets like only a hole in the floor, which are very fancy in look.

Before entering to any room or place search for notifications like “Japanese only” and stay away from such places.
Always have sufficient cash with you instead of ATM or credit cards.

You must get well acquainted to Japanese culture soon and well behaved or mannered.

If you are a visitor and do not possess or wear a passport then it’s a crime  and you might be taken to custody, if you are caught by policemen.

Hiroshima, the first ever city to be bombed by an atom bomb, has become the most revered place for the lovers of peace and beauty. Hiroshima also astounds the visitors with it’s phoenix like revival after a complete disaster. The city has been re-built as one of the most beautiful and open city in the world.

Hiroshima offers myriad of options to the visitors with its scintillating night life, delicious cuisine, pleasant beach, local crafts and tryst with history. Miyajima is the sacred island where Shinto torii gate rises from the sea.Here you can also go for river cruise in the pleasant evenings. Hiroshima castle is one of the most impressive sites in Hiroshima. The peace park has ten Gates of Peace where the word  ‘peace’ is written in 45 different language is a must see place in Hiroshima. The A-Bomb Dome and Peace Memorial Museum are also worth visiting. The Shukkeien Garden also attracts many tourists.

No visit to Japan is complete unless one visits the Kansai Cousins. Kyoto Nara Osaka are situated in Kinki province which is the heartland of old culture and politics of Japan. Although these three cities are close geographically, they are poles apart in their lifestyles and culture. Kyoto is full of ancient Japanese grace and refined mannerism, Osaka is absolutely reverse. Nara has the world’s largest wooden structure that is free standing.

Beside the natural beauty these three cities have many other attractions for the visitors. Kyoto has the most famous geisha district which attracts tourist from faraway lands. There are many Buddhist shrines and temples scattered all over the Kansai region. Osaka has modern aquariums,  history and science museums and the Bay area which is constructed on man-made islands. Peace Osaka, a museum depicting the horrors of World War II, is a must see for every tourist.