Sensoji (浅草寺, Sensōji, also known as Asakusa Kannon Temple) is a Buddhist temple located in Asakusa. It is one of Tokyo’s most colorful and popular temples.
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Photowalk: Akihabara in Tokyo, Japan
Akihabara is (in)famous as the headquarters of everything manga, anime, and games, a colorful paradise for every geek and otaku! Tokyo’s “Electric Town”, located on the eastern side of the central Chiyoda ward. The area houses thousands of shops selling every technological gadget you can imagine, from computers to gaming consoles and vacuums to DVDs, at rather reasonable prices.
Gundam Cafe, Akihabara | Destination
Secretly, I’m a geek (sometimes not so secretly). I used to watch Gundam as a kid and have collected a few items when I was growing up. While planning my trip to Japan, I made sure to include Gundam Cafe to my list. And it didn’t disappoint!
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Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Japan | Destination
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden is one of Tokyo’s largest and most popular parks. Located just a short walk from Shinjuku Station, you can enjoy its sprawling lawns and quiet groves perect for a morning or afternoon stroll. In late March and early April, it is one of the go-to when you want to sea the cherry blossoms. The central lawn areas are particularly stunning.
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Mamangal Beach in Virac, Catanduanes | Philippines
The Mamangal Beach is one of the hardest to reach beaches in Virac yet one of the most beautiful beaches that you can lay your eyes on. Located in Mamangal, a small sitio adjacent to Brgy. Balite, it has a wide and long shoreline with a great view.
