But beyond the parameters of this popular attraction is a relaxed neighborhood of locals just going about their business. Asakusa lies in the Shitamachi area of Tokyo, which refers to the more ...

The neighborhood, covering about 8.1 hectares, features iconic skyscrapers, luxury shopping centers, gourmet restaurants, innovative offices, and apartments with stunning views of Tokyo.

Arguably the most famous of Japan’s cities, Tokyo is a city of neighborhoods, each with its own distinctive personalities. From the calm of Asakusa to the hustle of Akihabara, this is what ...

A survey on which Tokyo area stations people would most like to live near found that Yokohama was most popular, followed by Ōmiya and Kichijōji. Yokohama has again been chosen the most popular ...

A shopping valhalla, a wealth of boozers and a serene park – here's where to head in Tokyo's arguably busiest transport and entertainment hub ...