REAL TOKYO

-Untourist Tokyo-
“Aristugu” was founded by a sword craftsman and has an extensive history, now it sells Chef Knives.
"Turret Coffee" has some great coffee and even one of the infamous Tsukiji Turrets right in the store!
Artitsugu: https://goo.gl/2YYhAv
Turret Coffee: https://goo.gl/LRfGM5

-This Week in Tokyo-
We discuss the complicated and controversial issue of Tsukiji’s relocation to Toyosu. Why is the market moving? Why hasn’t is moved yet? What are the issues surrounding the move?
Yamazaki: https://goo.gl/bzTZvt
(We introduced Yamazaki in episode 13)
-Ending-
We answer a question about family friendly spots.
Disney Land: https://goo.gl/NSAot3
Disney Sea: https://goo.gl/kp3rTQ
Odaiba Joypolis: https://goo.gl/4R1LMq
(check out our episodes on Odaiba!)
Nikko Edo Wonderland: https://goo.gl/wG7BDq
Look out for updates to this list on our twitter!
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Details:
City Spotlight -
Tsukiji is home to a world-renowned fish market and is the number one tourist spot in Tokyo. From its origins to what the term "seri" means we give you background on the market and even our recommendation for amazing sushi in Tsukiji.

tokyocheapo article: https://goo.gl/SOr4WW
Sushi Yamazaki: https://goo.gl/i47DLR
Tsukiji homepage: https://goo.gl/9gbHuP

Interviews -
An insider's interview with our recommendation, Sushi Yamazaki's shop owner! Letting us in on what makes his shop just so special. We also interview a traveler from Vancouver who tells us about what tips and tricks he has found useful in Japan, including a map you can use offline!

city rail map (itunes store): https://goo.gl/KYqMIs
maps.me: http://maps.me/en/home

Ending-
We answer a couple questions from our dear listeners! Introducing some restaurants with histories of over 100 years! Also giving suggestions for family friendly spots.

Tempura Uoshin (Nihonbashi): https://goo.gl/myGHb0
Musashiya (Shimbashi): https://goo.gl/pSjf6A

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>Untourist Tokyo
We introduce a local favorite Isen which has a delicious Pork Cutlet Sandwich, encased in a soft bread that has an interesting historical purpose.
Ueno Zoo is famous for its Pandas and its long history. It is a great spot for families!

Isen: https://goo.gl/Kw1R3h
Ueno Zoo: https://goo.gl/9rlSeL

>Local Favorites
A special corner for this episode only, where friend and local Japanese Daichi tells us his personal recommendation. His recommendation is a neighbourhood favorite in Kichijouji.
Public Kitchen Kichijouji: https://goo.gl/jCJaIO

>Tips and Tricks
Alex introduces the Tokyo Metro Day pass which will let you ride on any Tokyo Metro for a whole day for a fixed price!
Rana tells us about the Route Finder machine in some stations which gives tourist information for Tokyo.
Tokyo Metro Day Pass: http://www.tokyometro.jp/en/ticket/value/1day/

This program
city spotlight:
We talk about some of the history and famous spots in Ueno. Ameyoko-chou a famous and diverse shopping street and Ueno Park.
Ameyoko-cho: https://goo.gl/hAZbYd
Ueno Park: https://goo.gl/K0Dtzr
Ueno Starbucks: https://goo.gl/jeIg06

this week in japan:
This time we introduce the Ueno Welcome Passport, which will get you into each of the 10 famous Ueno institutions once during a set period of time.
Shake Shack and DOMINIQUE ANSEL BAKERY are collaborating! You might just be able to get your hands on DOMINIQUE ANSEL's famous Cronut in Japan.
more on Ueno and the Welcome Passport: http://ueno-bunka.jp/en/
Dominique Ansel Bakery Tokyo: https://goo.gl/OsWKiA

expats japan
We talk with Jordan about his business in Japan, life in Meguro, and his favorite spot to visit!
Jindaiji: https://goo.gl/UuvJLr


This show will continue to feature Ueno in the next episode. Introducing more underground deep spots.
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