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Tokyo, the capital city of Japan, has a great number of interesting sights available for all tourists. Within Tokyo, there are already tens of prefectures and little towns. The variety offered is mind-boggling, from its people, to the places and things that will catch your attention from day one.

There are four main areas in Tokyo which warrant any visit. From the bright neon lights of Shinjuku, to the high tech bee’s nest of Akihabara. One must not forget the fashion hubs of Shibuya and Harajuku, and these places are definitely a favorite with tourists who have been to the country.

Shinjuku has the train station with the highest traffic of the whole world. It is at the heart of an area that has both commercial and business buildings. You can find the biggest local and global companies in Shinjuku, next to a hub of restaurants, bars and clubs for the merry makers.

There is something for everyone in Shinjuku. The hundreds of restaurants specialize in the best of Japanese food, from sushi to teriyaki. Shinjuku’s nightlife bustles with life, and the red light district provides a view of the other side of Japanese entertainment. The beautiful garden of the Shinjuku Gyoen Imperial Gardens is a haven for busy businessmen or families who seek refuge on a peaceful afternoon.

Shibuya is the hotbed of hip fashion and people in Japan. For the greatest number of beautiful people, this is the place to be. But there are many things to do apart from people watching, such as endless rows of the best shopping strips, with famous middle range restaurants. Shibuya also has the busiest road intersection in the world, right outside its train station.

A few stations away from Shibuya, Harajuku is a smaller version of Shibuya, but with a nice quiet upscale feel to it. One can lounge in the outdoor cafes sipping coffee, while enjoying a nice stroll along streets lined with unique independent fashion boutiques. The ancient culture of Japan can be found a stone’s throw away at the Meiji Shrine, where one can join thousands others in praying for divine blessings.

Harajuku is also home to the best of Japanese cosplayers, where they dress up as their favorite anime characters. These cosplayers gather on the Harajuku Bridge on Sundays, although many of them will make appearances on other days too. It is a sub-culture of Japan and one that they take pride in.

Tokyo is known for its high tech gadgets and the world of anime and manga. Akihabara is where fans of all three can get their fill. Whether it is the latest electronic gadgets, new anime toys or manga titles, you can find them all there. Together with the other three areas mentioned above, it is little wonder that Tokyo continues to fascinate and delight tourists who make the trip there.