 Most viewed - Chiyoda-ku 千代田区 |
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Inui-dori is overrated. But because it's the Imperial Palace and the path is not normally open to the public, it has the image of exclusivity so lots of people want to see it.80 views
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Inui Gate from the outside.80 views
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After Inui-dori, turn left and walk to Chidorigafuchi to see more cherry blossoms.80 views
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Yushukan war museum79 views
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Neputa is from Hirosaki, Aomori Pref.79 views
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The building is perfectly symmetrical on the left and right. On the left is the House of Representatives (Shugiin). 衆議院79 views
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Parish members reach the shrine.79 views
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Worshippers at Yasukuni Shrine on Aug. 15.79 views
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Praying at Yasukuni Shrine on Aug. 15.79 views
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Hello Kitty also with Yuusuke. 遊助79 views
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The renovated domes have become a major tourist attraction.79 views
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People going to Inui-dori. Since 2014, they opened the path to the public for only several days during the sakura and fall foliage periods. 79 views
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Police vans during cherry blossom season when they opened Inui-dori to the public in late March to April 3, 2016. 皇居乾通り一般公開79 views
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I looked at this line and thought it would take at least an hour to get in. It was a hot, sunny day at 20 C on March 31, 2016 at 10:15 am.79 views
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Wow, amazing that we could get in so quickly. This was the entrance to Inui-dori, Sakashita Gate.79 views
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It was still too early, about 2-3 days before full bloom. But this was the last sunny day before clouds and rain that were forecast.79 views
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Midway, there is a bridge to go to the garden area.79 views
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The bigger lanterns have artwork. Some of them were done by celebrities.78 views
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On the right is the House of Councillors (Sangi-in). 参議院78 views
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Map of Hibiya Park. It's a medium-size park with different areas with ponds, grassy lawns, benches, outdoor stage and concert amphitheater, and tennis courts78 views
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There are numerous varieties of the chrysanthemum and breeders create new species each year. It's like orchid breeders.78 views
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Two-tone flowers are also quite common and very beautiful. 78 views
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Yuusuke, a singer.78 views
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Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Entrance in Oct. 2012. 東京駅丸の内南口78 views
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Sakashita Gate78 views
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In spring 2016, cherry blossoms in Tokyo took 9 days to reach peak bloom due to the warm winter. Longer than usual. So they extended the days when the public can see Inui-dori.78 views
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They pass through the ring.77 views
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On the next day June 13, 2004, a Daidengaku troupe performed dances. 大田楽77 views
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Storehouse for Sanno Festival floats77 views
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The breeders/growers belong to chrysanthemum clubs or associations which participate in competitions like this one.77 views
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The shapes, sizes, and colors are so incredibly varied.77 views
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It seemed that it was going to take forever to get in.77 views
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Fujimi Tamon, defense house. 富士見多聞77 views
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In early Jan., it holds the Kagami-biraki (rice cake cutting ceremony) and Budo-hajime (martial arts demonstrations) New Year's event.77 viewsThis is a kadomatsu New Year's decoration next to the Budokan entrance.
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Crossing the street near Maru-biru Building. They proceeded to Tokyo Station, Kyobashi, Nihonbashi, Shimbashi, and Ginza before returning to Hie Shrine at 5:30 pm.76 views
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The portable shrines came one after another.76 views
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Path to the Yushukan war museum.75 views
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People linger in the shrine after all the mikoshi had arrived.75 views
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It was semi-traditional and semi-modern.75 views
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Stone wall of a former gate of Edo Castle (now the Imperial Palace). There are steps to go to the top of this wall.75 views
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Tennis courts in Hibiya Park.75 views
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Tokyo Station Marunouchi North Entrance in Oct. 2012. 東京駅丸の内北口75 views
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Blizzard of white plum blossoms at the Imperial Palace.75 views
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All the auto traffic and urban noise robbed the dignity of the solemn procession.74 views
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Shinji Pond as seen from atop the castle stone wall.74 views
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Shinji Pond. 心字池73 views
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Kumogata Pond (Cloud-shaped Pond) at Hibiya Park in autumn. 雲形池73 views
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After the bean-throwing, a short show by singer Yuusuke was held.73 views
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Tokyo Station Marunouchi North Entrance dome in Oct. 2012.73 views
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Slope from Kudanshita Station.73 views
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Budokan. The Beatles were the first rock/pop band to play here. They were followed by countless other artists.73 views
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The event starts at noon with an opening ceremony until 12:45 pm. Then at 12:45 pm, a procession of armored men appear (yoroi kizome).73 views
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Then the Budo Hajime started with all the martial arts groups practicing at the same time.73 views
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Plum blossoms at the Imperial Palace.73 views
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The free tour starts by going down to the House of Councillors Visitors' Lobby.72 views
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Road to Tokyo Station.72 views
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A mikoshi arrives at Hie Shrine.72 views
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Long line for rowboats. 1,600 yen/hour or 800 yen/30 min.72 views
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A small shrine72 views
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Stone wall of castle gate.71 views
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Bonsai chrysanthemums.71 views
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Tokyo Station Marunouchi North Entrance dome in Oct. 2012.71 views
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Karate71 views
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Sumo wrestlers71 views
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Martial artists line up for free shiruko.71 views
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Central Tower70 views
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On top of the stone wall are benches overlooking Shinji Pond.70 views
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There is a flower bed at each of the four corners of the German-style sunken garden.70 views
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During most of Nov., the annual Tokyo-to Kanko Kikka Taikai or Chrysanthemum Show is held. An incredible variety of this revered flower is on display. One of Tokyo's best chrysanthemum shows in autumn.70 views
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More racks of chrysanthemums.70 views
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The setsubun procession arrives at the shrine.70 views
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Sacred horse (pony).70 views
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Budokan roof70 views
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Budokan in spring.70 views
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Tayasu Gate70 views
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Rowboat dock on right toward the end of Chidorigafuchi Moat.70 views
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Naginata70 views
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They they all gathered and sat to listen to speeches.70 views
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Crossing the street.69 views
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About Hibiya Park in English. Hibiya Park opened in 1903 as Japan's first Western-style (mainly German) park. During the Edo Period, it used to be the Tokyo residence of important daimyos.69 views
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The Chrysanthemum Show was held in this grassy area next to the tennis courts. There were a good number of shacks housing the flowers.69 views
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An idol group perform in the Kaguraden. They are called Houkago Princess. They're not AKB48 who threw beans here 3 years ago. 放課後プリンセス69 views
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Lionel Richie playing at the Budokan on March 31, 2014.69 views
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Path starts here to see more Chidorigafuchi cherry blossoms. This part is also lit up at night (see photos below).69 views
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Kyudo archery69 views
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It's an annual New Year's ceremony and a joint practice session of all the major martial arts. Admission is free.69 viewsThe Budokan is near Kudanshita Station on the Tozai subway line.
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Officials and dignitaries watch.69 views
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Pelican Fountain.68 views
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Keep off the grass. This is actually a German-style sunken garden.68 views
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The Tokyo Chrysanthemum Show in Hibiya Park was a competition among world-class growers and breeders. The best flowers receive various award ribbons.68 views
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