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Free Maps of Tokyo on Google Maps

Google has free maps of Asia inside Google Maps. These now include road and street maps of major cities. Check out Tokyo Google maps here:



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NY Times: Japan's Onsen Ryokans

Full Article: A Relaxing Tradition Dips a Toe in the 21st Century

A Relaxing Tradition Dips a Toe in the 21st Century
By DANIEL ALTMAN

WHAT happens when Japan's deeply rooted traditions and its insatiable appetite for new technology collide? The results are on show in a recent wave of hot spring hotels, or onsen ryokans, that merge ancient ideas with concepts from modern design.

Though some Japanese might shudder at the idea of tampering with their age-old retreats, the new features may help ensure the survival of onsen ryokans.

Continued on nytimes.com

Japanese Garden at Hotel New Otani in Tokyo

Angry Statue and Bridge, Hotel New Otani Garden
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Japanese Garden at Hotel New Otani Metro: Nagatacho (Exit 7)

If you're looking for a place to relax and enjoy a traditional Japanese garden in Tokyo, the Hotel New Otani garden is one of the best in the city. With its large coi ponds, beautiful bridges, and stunning waterfall, the Japanese garden at Hotel New Otani is a great place to explore and enjoy some peace in the heart of Tokyo.

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