Tokyo Cruise
Observatory & Viewing Points
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1-chōme-1-1 Hanakawado, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0033, Japan
A boat trip on the Sumida River to visit famous places in Tokyo. From Asakusa, there are cruises operating to Hama-Rikyu, Hinode Pier, and Odaiba Seaside Park. While listening to onboard announcements introducing uniquely colored and shaped bridges like Azumabashi and Kiyosubashi, you can observe the changing face of Tokyo and discover both the "atmosphere" of Edo* and the "present" of Tokyo.
*Edo, the former name of Tokyo, was the seat of power for the Tokugawa shogunate, which ruled Japan from 1603 to 1868. This period, known as the Edo period, was characterized by economic growth, strict social order, isolationist foreign policies, and a stable population. Edo was a bustling city with a population that grew to over a million by the 18th century, making it one of the largest cities in the world at that time.
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Aki Ishitani
Tokyo
The Imperial Household Agency Shin-Hama Duck Hunting Grounds (Shin-Hama Kamoba) is a private hunting reserve located in the coastal area of Chiba Prefecture, Japan. It has been used by the Imperial Family for centuries for traditional wild duck hunting during the winter season. The grounds are managed by the Imperial Household Agency and are not open to the public. The area is an important part of Japan’s royal heritage, where duck hunting has been a longstanding custom. The wetlands, rivers, and marshes that make up the hunting grounds provide a rich environment for a variety of wildlife, particularly migratory ducks, making it a prime location for the Imperial hunting tradition. In addition to its historical significance, the Shin-Hama Duck Hunting Grounds also serve as a protected ecological space. Efforts to preserve the natural environment and wildlife in the area are closely maintained. While access to the grounds is highly restricted, it remains an iconic site connected to Japan’s imperial culture and traditions.
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