Monthly Archives: February 2019

Going Underground – Touring Tokyo’s Abandoned Stations

Posted on February 28, 2019 by tokyofox

My trip to the virtually-abandoned station in Yokohama last Autumn was something of an eye-opener for me as it resulted in me scouring the internet for any other abandoned stations in and around Tokyo. I found a fantastic site called Tokyobling’s … Continue reading →

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An Old Style Public Onsen All To Ourselves

Posted on February 25, 2019 by tokyofox

It took me a while to really appreciate them but there’s something special about taking an onsen (hot spring bath) in Japan. The downside for me is of course that you have to share the waters with a load of … Continue reading →

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Japan’s Only Temple Devoted To The Russo-Japanese War

Posted on February 22, 2019 by tokyofox

  Prior to last years FIFA World Cup in Russia, I started searching for things in Japan related to the worlds biggest country. Not surprisingly the majority of the suggestions were Russian restaurants, there was also the Russian cathedral in … Continue reading →

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Hidden Treasures Along The Keio Line #6 – Inter-University Seminar House

Posted on February 19, 2019 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 #16 – Octopus Slide

Posted on February 16, 2019 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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Dining Out: Chocolate Ramen – The Ideal Japanese Valentines Meal!

Posted on February 13, 2019 by tokyofox

When it comes to ramen, there are many tastes and regional variations whether it be shio (salt), shoyu (soy sauce), tonkotsu (pork bone broth) in Kyushu or miso ramen which is served up in Hokkaido. On top of that come the crazy novelty ones which … Continue reading →

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How To Make A Garbage Incinerator In Osaka Look More Interesting!

Posted on February 10, 2019 by tokyofox

The phrase “only in Japan” is often bandied about willy nilly for all kinds of unique thing in this country but it’s very apt when it comes to this “sight” in Osaka. What other country would even think to decorate … Continue reading →

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Around The World In An Hour Or Two At This Quirky Park In Hyōgo Prefecture

Posted on February 7, 2019 by tokyofox

   The world is full of many wonders but time and money restraints mean it’s not so easy to just fly off to the likes of China, Egypt, Mexico, France, Belgium or Easter Island. None of that is necessary though … Continue reading →

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A Turtle-y Awesome Looking Station In Okayama Prefecture

Posted on February 4, 2019 by tokyofox

It seems that Japan has a fair few strangely unique train stations. Last August I went to a couple of really interesting-looking ones up in Aomori and Akita prefectures and this is one to rival them. Having left Tottori in … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Sand Sculptures & Eggs Cooked In The Desert!

Posted on February 1, 2019 by tokyofox

Sapporo has it’s ice festival with all manner of ice sculptures on display but this place in Tottori manages to do similar but using sand. The sand dunes are of course the main attraction in Tottori but I also had … Continue reading →

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