Sunday, September 18, 2011

Japan T 17 Imperial Palace East Gardens, War museum, and Ginza



I went to the imperial palace area to look for the East Gardens. Unfortunately I could not find the garden. However, I did stumble upon a Japanese war museum. Last, I went to Ginza (the most expensive real estate in the world). This was a fun day.
-Tristan

Japan T 16 Tokyo Dome City and Koichikawa Karakuen Gardens



I stumbled upon Tokyo Dome City where the Yomiuri Giants play. Since I went during a weekday morning, the place was pretty dead. However, I am sure the amusement rides around the stadium bring a large crowd during the weekend.

Next I went to Koichikawa Karakuen Gardens which is right next to the stadium. This old garden was owned by the Shogun during the Edo period and was opened up to the public some years later. I am amazed at how well maintained this garden is considering the amount of foot traffic it must receive daily. The experience was surreal!

-Tristan