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Attractions
Tokyo Disneyland - Amusement Park 1-1 Maihama, Urayasu-Shi Chiba-Ken, 279, JAPAN 81-4-73 54 0001, 81-33-366 5600, Fax: 81-473-545240 It is a re-creation of Disneyland in California. Open every day 9 am to 10 pm April through August and from 10 am to 6 pm September through March. (From September through November it closed on Tuesdays, and from December through February it is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays except holidays.
Tokyo Sea Life Park (Kasai Rinkai Suizokukan) 6-2-3 Rinkai-cho, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo 3869-5152. Tokyo Sea Life Park is a giant aquarium that simulates life in the depths of the ocean. Exhibits featured include the spectacular rooftop glass shark tanks and much more.
Edo-Tokyo Museum 1-4-1 Yokoami, Sumida-ku 3626-9974. Edo-Tokyo Museum is the newest and one of the best historical museums, depicting life in Tokyo from the 17th century through the end of World War II. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10 am to 6 pm (Thursday and Friday until 8 pm). Closed Dec 28-Jan 4.
Wild Blue Yokohama Heian-cho, Tsurumi-ku, Yokohama 045-511-2323. Wild Blue Yokohama is an indoor beach that is open year round. It is a perfect example of Japan's ability to harness the forces of nature in new and innovative ways.
Japanese Sword Museum 4-25-10 Yoyogi, Shibuya-ku 3379-1386. Visit the Japanese Sword Museum for a display of modern and ancient swords.
Kogeikan National Museum of Modern Art 3 Kitanomaru Koen, Chiyoda-ku 3214-2561. The National Museum of Modern Art offers a collection of Japanese art created since the Meiji era (AD 1868-1912). Nearby Crafts Gallery displays Japanese handicrafts.
The Sony Plaza 3573-2371 Visit the fascinating showrooms of the Sony Building. Visitors can test many products, as well as some products, which have yet to be released.
Children's Castle 3797-5666 Children's castle is an activities center for kids. Featured are playrooms, AV rooms, a swimming pool (children only), library, computer room, and so much more.
Kotsu Hakubutsukan Transportation Museum 1-25 Kanda Sudacho Chidoya-ku 03-3251-8481 This is a great place for children! Exhibits explain the early development of the railway system and include a miniature layout of the rail services. This museum also features Japan's first airplane.
Kite Museum 1-12-10 Nihombashi Chuo-ku 03-3275-2704 Kite flying is an old tradition in Japan, and the kites in this museum include examples of every shape and variety. For the children, the museum offers a special kite-making workshop.
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