[Curiosities] Some Curiosities about Tokyo

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 Tokyo is made up of 23 city wards.

 

There is no other city on earth that has as many peculiar restaurants and cafes as Tokyo. The Maid and Cat cafes, the Alcatraz bar and the Alice in Wonderland restaurant are just a few places worth seeing.

 A kimono is made out of 12 different pieces. It’s so complex to put on that many women cannot do it by themselves.

 

After visiting the Sanrio Puroland amusement park and going on the themed shopping excursions,Hello Kitty fans will never want to leave Tokyo!

From Tokyo, you can only see Mount Fuji about 80 days a year.

There’s more to Japanese cuisine than sushi! Other typical dishes include soba, tempura and kabayaki (steamed eel dipped in soy sauce).  

 

Tokyo has more signs than any other city in the world.

As one of the most exciting cities in the world, Tokyo offers more than harajuku looks and men's tailoring, take a look at our most interesting facts on Japan's capital below.

 

 Tokyo is the largest metropolitan in the world, hosting over 36 million people spread over 3 prefectures.

 

 Tokyo was formerly known as Edo in the 20th century. The name was changed to Tokyo in 1890 in light of the Meiji Restoration.

 Great for tax-free shopping Tokyo is one of the best shopping destinations in the world. Head over to Ginza, the world-renowned shopping district, for major international labels including Chanel, Cartier and Bulgari. For those looking for more unusual or cutting-edge trends, the Harajuku and Omotesandō neighbourhoods are the place to go.

 

Tokyo has the most top-rated restaurants in the world. It is home to over 14 three-star Michelin restaurants.

 

 Tokyo’s Ritz Carlton is home to one of the most expensive suits in the world. The room, designed by Frank Nicholson, costs £15 500 GBP per night.

 

Tokyo’s Imperial Palace is a large tourist attraction that is mostly closed to the public. However, some special areas open to the public on the Emperor’s birthday and New Year

 

The Shibuya Crossing located in the Shibuya ward is rumoured to be the busiest intersection in the world. At peak times over 1000 people cross at the same time, coming from all directions.