the Japanese commemorated their contributions with the Meiji Shrine. While the buildings are certainly worth visiting, the surrounding forest (considered part of the vast Yoyogi Park) is a sight ...

Located in Tokyo's Yoyogi Park, Meiji-Jingu is one of Japan's most visited and popular shrines. It was built in honour of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken. The entrance to the shrine is marked by ...

As most travelers know, Tokyo is huge ... in (and it will), retreat to Yoyogi Park (a local favorite during cherry blossom season) or practice peace at the Meiji Shrine. Accessible via Harajuku ...

Another attraction there is a color woodblock print showing buildings specially designed from the late Edo Period (1603-1867) through the Meiji Era ... Novare park in Tokyo (Daisuke Hirabayashi ...

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