Tokyo Area

NHK VR Toyotomi Osaka Castle: Experience Report & Guide | Shibuya, Tokyo

Full experience report of NHK VR "Samurai's Dream: The Ghosts of Osaka Castle" at Shibuya BEAM, Tokyo. Walk through Toyotomi Hideyoshi's lost castle in VR, witness the Siege of Osaka, and step inside a full-scale Golden Tea Room. Tickets, access, practical tips, and honest review.

2026.03.29

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Nikkō Tōshōgū: What the Shrine’s Design Is Trying to Make You Believe

Nikko Toshogu isn't just lavish—it's engineered. This article reads the shrine's gates, corridors, and Okumiya as a single narrative: how Tokugawa Ieyasu was turned from a warlord into a national deity through architecture, space, and political staging.

2026.02.26

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Nikko Toshogu: A First-Timer’s Practical Guide (On-Site Checked 2026)

A first-timer's practical guide to Nikko Toshogu—covering 2026 admission fees (¥1,600 adult), opening hours (9:00–16:00 winter / 9:00–17:00 summer), the easiest bus stop from the station, and a walking route that cuts backtracking. Based on an actual visit on Feb 22, 2026.

2026.02.25

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Tokugawa Ieyasu in Asakusa: Sensō-ji Walking Route, Access Tips, and What Survives Today

Follow an easy Sensō-ji walking route in Asakusa to trace Tokugawa Ieyasu. See which gates and structures survive from the Edo period, which were rebuilt, where to receive a goshuin, how long to allow, and how to avoid crowds or rainy-day confusion.

2026.02.18

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A Midsummer Return to Hamamatsu: A Day Exploring Landmarks Linked to Tokugawa Ieyasu

Walk in Tokugawa Ieyasu’s footsteps in Hamamatsu. From Hamamatsu Castle to hidden shrines and graves, explore Sengoku history beyond typical sightseeing.

2025.08.02

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William Adams (Miura Anjin) Travel Guide: Yokosuka Edition

Explore Miura Anjin’s legacy in Yokosuka with this self-guided walking tour. Visit Anjinzuka Memorial, Kashima Shrine, and Jōdoji Temple, tracing Japan’s first English samurai.

2025.07.23

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Miura Anjin’s Legacy in Tokyo: Historical Spots to Explore

Just steps from Tokyo Station, find the real site of SHŌGUN’s Anjin. Explore William Adams’ Edo-era residence on Anjin Street in modern Nihonbashi.

2025.06.14

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Uraga — Historic Sites Associated with Miura Anjin

Discover the port town where SHŌGUN’s Anjin helped shape Japan’s global future. Explore Uraga, where William Adams dreamed of international trade.

2025.06.14

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Edo Castle – Tracing the Legacy of Tokugawa in the Heart of Tokyo

Uncover samurai-era Japan at Edo Castle in Tokyo. Walk moats, ruins, and gardens. Your ultimate guide to Tokugawa history and the Imperial Palace.

2025.04.29

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Tokugawa Ieyasu’s Historic Landmarks in Ueno, Ochanomizu, and Korakuen

Explore the historic landmarks of Tokugawa Ieyasu in Tokyo, including Ueno Toshogu Shrine, Kan’ei-ji Temple, Yushima Tenmangu, and more. Discover their rich history, cultural significance, and travel tips for an unforgettable journey through Edo-era heritage.

2025.03.13

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