Our first full day in Japan was filled with delicious food and exploring some of Tokyo's most famous areas. We started our day in Asakusa. Asakusa is home to Sensō-ji Temple, which is 1,380 years old. This area could be considered a foodie paradise due to the adjacent Nakamise-dori Street which dates back to the 17th century. Nakamise-dori Street is home to small shops and eateries that help to highlight the styles and flavors of Japan. One of the best ways to get a lay of the land in Asakusa is to head over to the Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center. This building can be found across the street from Kaminarimon and houses a free observation deck, a cafe and offers up free paper maps. Since the change in time zone had us feeling a bit off, we decided to book a visit to Koffee Mameya. Found 15 minutes outside Asakusa in Koto City, Japan, Koffee Mameya offers up a unique 2 hour Coffee tasting experience. They source the highest quality beans from differing regions around the world. Finally, we ended our first day in Tokyo attempting to see the entire Tokyo Skyline at Tokyo SkyTree. This observation deck is the tallest structure in Japan and is currently recognized as the third tallest structure in the world. It's two observation areas provide sweeping views of Mount Fuji, Tokyo Tower and the entirety of Tokyo City. Even though we were exhausted, this day truly was one of the most memorable of our lives. Experiencing the rich culture, delicious cuisine and beautiful experiences offered in Japan changed our perspectives on the world around us. We feel incredibly privileged for the opportunity to experience this culture and we hope this video provides either helpful facts, entertainment or just our unique perspective of this beautiful country.
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