Introduction to Tokyo
Tokyo, the name of the modern capital city of Japan
Tokyo should be considered the same tourist destination as lively international cities like Paris, London, and New York. Tokyo is the financial, political, and commercial heart of Japan. While the pace of the city can be overwhelming, we will show the tranquil, traditional side of this great city too. The city was historically referred to as Edo. In 2003, it celebrated its 400th birthday.
Tokyo has an incredible variety of museums, galleries, shrines, and temples to keep you preoccupied for many days. In the city of Tokyo, there is a broad spectrum of places to visit, from the Imperial Palace, home of the Emperor and past shogunates, to the legendary Tokyo Tower and Tokyo Sky Tree, the new landmark of Tokyo.
And within Tokyo, like many other capital cities of Asian countries with a long history, there are historic neighborhoods, revealing glimpses of vanishing traditional Japanese culture. And please do not forget to visit resort areas outside Tokyo, showcasing the splendor of Mount Fuji.
General Information for the prefecture of Tokyo
Country :
Japan (Nippon)
General information for the country of Japan
Region :
Kanto region
Maps and City Guides of Tokyo
Districts
23 special wards
26 cities
5 towns
8 villages
11 islands
Area
Approx. 2,190 km2
Population:
Approx. 13,990,000
National Language:
Japanese (Nihongo)
Water, Tipping:
Drinkable tap water is available throughout Japan
Has No custom of tipping
Electricity:
Voltage: 100V Utility frequency:: 50Hz
Emergency Calls:
Police 110
Fire 119
Ambulance 119
Tokyo Metropolitan Government
https://www.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/english/index.html