Tokyo Beach + Historical pictures

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Futuristic architecture, sandy beaches, hot springs and eclectic attractions, such as a replica Statue of Liberty, await on this man-made island in Tokyo Bay.

Appreciate astonishing views of the dramatic Tokyo skyline from the observation decks located in the building that houses Tokyo’s local government offices. 

With a golden front, serene ambiance and intriguing history, this temple is known throughout Tokyo for its wild and impressive annual festival.

With a golden front, serene ambiance and intriguing history, this temple is known throughout Tokyo for its wild and impressive annual festival.

One of Tokyo’s tallest buildings rises from the center of an eclectic hub containing fashionable galleries and restaurants and a tranquil park with cherry blossoms.

Walk through corridors of torii gates, spot dozens of fox statues and watch as worshippers collect sacred sand at this small Shinto shrine. 

Walk through corridors of torii gates, spot dozens of fox statues and watch as worshippers collect sacred sand at this small Shinto shrine. 

Be entertained with some of the world’s most colorful and dramatic costumes in live theater. These traditional plays can be enjoyed by all ages.

Ginkgo trees and a river create a scenic setting for this spiritual haven with a rich history and a close relationship with the local community.

Guarding the entrance to this traditional temple is a tall 18th-century statue built by a priest to protect women and children. 

Get a sense of the daily religious practice of Ota Ward at a shrine that holds an impressive annual children’s horseback archery festival.

The spiritual home of sumo wrestling has an intriguing past and continues to draw would-be champions of the sport to its shrines. 

Be entertained with some of the world’s most colorful and dramatic costumes in live theater. These traditional plays can be enjoyed by all ages.

Appreciate astonishing views of the dramatic Tokyo skyline from the observation decks located in the building that houses Tokyo’s local government offices. 

Be entertained with some of the world’s most colorful and dramatic costumes in live theater. These traditional plays can be enjoyed by all ages.

One of Japan’s oldest five-story pagodas crowns a remarkable and beautiful temple complex dedicated to Saint Nichiren from the 13th century.

Far from the rush of downtown Ota, serenity rules at a shrine that feels like a central part of the neighborhood in which it is located.

Futuristic architecture, sandy beaches, hot springs and eclectic attractions, such as a replica Statue of Liberty, await on this man-made island in Tokyo Bay.

Ginkgo trees and a river create a scenic setting for this spiritual haven with a rich history and a close relationship with the local community.