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Tokyo National Museum
The Tokyo National Museum, located in Ueno Park, is Japan’s oldest national museum and houses an extensive collection of historical and cultural artefacts. Its exhibitions include samurai armour, Japanese swords, Buddhist sculptures, ceramics and traditional artwork spanning centuries of Japanese history. Spread across several buildings, the museum provides an insight into Japan’s artistic traditions, cultural…
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Hachikō Statue Shibuya Tokyo
The Hachikō Statue in Shibuya, Tokyo, commemorates the remarkable loyalty of an Akita dog who waited nearly ten years for his deceased owner to return. Located outside Shibuya Station, the bronze statue has become one of Tokyo’s most recognisable landmarks and a popular meeting place. Today, visitors can discover Hachikō’s touching story while exploring the…
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Zōjō-ji Temple Tokyo – History, Highlights & How to Get There
Zōjō-ji Temple in Tokyo is a historic Buddhist temple closely associated with the powerful Tokugawa shogunate. Its impressive main gate, Tokugawa family mausoleums and rows of colourful Jizō statues offer visitors an insight into Japan’s religious and cultural history. Located near Tokyo Tower, the temple provides a striking contrast between traditional Japanese architecture and modern…