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TRADITION AND CULTURE
Tokyo’s old areas still show its strong culture. You can start your trip in Asakusa, where
you can visit Senso-ji, the oldest and most famous temple in the city. The air smells of
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sweet snacks and incense as people walk along Nakamise Street and buy traditional food
and colourful gifts. Close to the temple, visitors can write a wish on a small wooden
board called an ema or get a paper fortune called an omikuji.

Tokyo is the capital city of Japan. It is a
place where old traditions meet modern

Senso-ji life. With over 37 million people, it is one
of the biggest and most interesting

To see another side of traditional Japan, visit the Meiji Shrine, surrounded by a quiet cities in the world. Every part of
forest in the middle of busy Shibuya. Locals come here to pray for luck, health, or Tokyo is different—you can
success before important exams. Every year, many people also wear a kimono or a
yukata for special festivals. Tokyo may be modern, but its traditions live on in every find quiet temples and bright
street and festival. streets full of lights.

Meiji Shrine Kimono

If you love technology, visit Akihabara, famous for its anime, Even though Tokyo is full of skyscrapers and technology, the
manga, and electronic stores. For nature lovers, Ueno Park offers city proudly keeps its traditional culture alive. In many districts,
beautiful gardens and a zoo in the middle of the city. Don’t miss people still wear kimonos for ceremonies or festivals.
Tokyo Skytree, Japan’s tallest tower, for a breathtaking city view.

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