Monthly Archives: April 2018

The Complete A-Z Of Filming Locations On Tokyo Fox

Posted on April 29, 2018 by tokyofox

   Back in April 2008 I went to Phuket (Thailand) and soon realised that I was more interested in seeing the island from the James Bond film ‘The Man With The Golden Gun‘ (1974), and the hostel and beach from ‘The … Continue reading →

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Hidden Treasures Along The Keio Line #2 – Mount Arigata

Posted on April 26, 2018 by tokyofox

The Keio Line principally connects Shinjuku to the western side of Tokyo with seven different lines running through to the likes of suburban city Hachiōji and the mountainous area at Takaosanguchi. All of it’s stations actually lie within the boundaries of Tokyo and, thanks to … Continue reading →

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The Shrine Of Cartoon Characters!

Posted on April 23, 2018 by tokyofox

Shrines and temples are serious places where people go to pray for something or another. The majority of them are fairly normal but then there are the slightly quirky ones like this one in Shinagawa ward.    In the recent … Continue reading →

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Tokyo Daytripper: Machida Squirrel Garden

Posted on April 20, 2018 by tokyofox

Unlike many of the animal cafes, parks and zoos that have recently popped up in and around Tokyo, this particular place has actually been around since 1988. It is one I’ve wanted to visit for about five years now and … Continue reading →

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On The Fox Trail…… At Keihin Fushimi Inari Shrine (Kanagawa)

Posted on April 17, 2018 by tokyofox

Being surrounded by hundreds of foxes is a nightmare for some people but for others it is pure joy. The reality of being amidst all those real foxes at Zao Fox Village in Miyagi prefecture is one that can probably … Continue reading →

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Tokyo Daytripper: Temple Garden Of Philosophy

Posted on April 14, 2018 by tokyofox

Tokyo may be a concrete jungle stretching as far as the eye can see but amidst all those grey buildings lie some greenery whether it be parks like Yoyogi, Ueno and Hibiya, or gardens like Shinjuku Gyoen, Hama-rikyu, Rikugien, Kiyosumi, … Continue reading →

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Hidden Treasures Along The Keio Line #1 – Nakayasu Hotel

Posted on April 11, 2018 by tokyofox

The Keio Line principally connects Shinjuku to the western side of Tokyo with seven different lines running through to the likes of suburban city Hachiōji and the mountainous area at Takaosanguchi. All of it’s stations actually lie within the boundaries of Tokyo and, thanks to … Continue reading →

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Interesting Japanese Playground Structures #12 – Telephone Slide

Posted on April 8, 2018 by tokyofox

Many of the parks and children’s playgrounds in Japan, particularly in Tokyo, are quite poor compared to other countries in terms of space, surroundings and a lack of grass. However, a handful of them do tend to possess extremely creative structures … Continue reading →

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TF Top 10……Middle East Treats In Tokyo

Posted on April 5, 2018 by tokyofox

The recent ‘Roads of Arabia’ exhibition at the Tokyo National Museum in Ueno was a huge success but that’s now come to an end. Those interested in that can read more about it here via our friends at Maction Planet … Continue reading →

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On The Trail Of Shin Godzilla #3 – New Statue In Tokyo (+ Gojira Curry)!!

Posted on April 2, 2018 by tokyofox

As one of the most recognisable Japanese icons, it’s perhaps no surprise that statues and models of Godzilla are considered a good idea by many to attract interest to an area. The radioactive monster appeared on top of Hotel Gracery … Continue reading →

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