Today was a national holiday in Japan. It was National Cultural Day. This day commemorates the constitution that was enacted by the Americans for Japan at the end of WW II. On public holidays all the public buses display the two national flags at the from of the bus.
We spent the day once again going to familIar places. It began at Tokyo Tower which is a popular place for both foreign and Japanese visitors. The Tower was built in 1959 as a communication tower and is 333 metres high. It resembles the Eiffle Tower in Paris, but in the traditional red and white colours of the Japanese flag.
From there we walked to Roppongi where we stopped to have lunch at Starbucks located in a new building complex. I am still overwhelmed at the changes that have taken place in this part of Tokyo. This complex occupies land that once belonged to the Ministry of Defence.
The day ended at Shinjuku with a visit to the Isetan department store where they have the most amazing food hall. It must be seen to be believe as a perfect rockmelon could cost ¥ 54,000.
We are going on a guided tour today to begin our walking tour.
ReplyDeleteHello Mrs Bryant,
ReplyDeleteWe have been thrilled to read about your travels so far.
Year 5 are in the process of responding to your posts. Be prepared for a little light reading, but please don't feel compelled to reply to all.
Your posts are making me want to visit Japan some day.
Take care on your journey and I look forward to more updates.
From Mrs Conn
Hi Mrs Bryant,
ReplyDeleteHow much is 54,000 Yen worth in Australian dollars?
From Charlotte V.
Hi Mrs Bryant,
ReplyDeleteCan you please tell me how much is 54,00 yen in Australian dollars? Are you enjoying your stay in Japan?
Thank you for going there because it helps us in our learning tasks.
From Ben
Dear Mrs Bryant,
ReplyDeleteCan you please tell me about what changes have occurred in Tokyo?
From Trevin
Dear Mrs Bryant,
ReplyDeleteHope you are having a great time during your stay in Japan!
Also, how much is 1 yen equivalent to in Australian dollars, thanks for answering!
From Jeremy V.
The biggest changes in Tokyo has been the growth of the city. There are so many more taller buildings than I ever remember. When I lived here on Shinjuku has tall buildings now they seem everywhere. What I liked about Tokyo was I did not see it as a mega city, now it is. I believe this has spoilt the uniqueness.
ReplyDeleteWe do not have an equivalent for 1 yen and 54,000 is roughly $ 540 dollars.