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Japan

Minato / Sushi high, life's sweet.

MeowScore 😸88/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😻
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

April

Perfect month to catch the lively and colorful Minato Rainbow Festival!

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january

Visit Minato for the annual Cat Festival! Meowvelous celebrations and feline-inspired activities await.

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february

Explore the mesmerizing cherry blossoms at Shiba Park. A pawfect romantic stroll under pink trees.

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march

Attend the Edo-Kiriko Glass Festival and observe the skilled craftsmen create delicate cat-shaped pieces!

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april

Catch the energetic Minato Rainbow Festival! A colorful event filled with kitty-rific performances and food stalls.

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may

Purrfect weather for enjoying the picturesque Hamarikyu Gardens. A serene oasis in the heart of the city.

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june

Experience the vibrant Tanabata festival, featuring exciting star-themed cat floats and fireworks!

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july

Escape the heat and visit Tokyo Tower's cool aquarium. The playful penguins and otters will make you smile.

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august

Join the lively Awa Odori festival, a traditional dance in honor of cat ancestors. Bring your pawty mood!

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september

Visit the Tokyo Game Show and play exciting new cat-themed video games. The ultimate event for gamers!

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october

Discover the spooky but cat-tivating Halloween festivities at Roppongi Hills. Come with a meowsterious costume!

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november

Embrace the autumn vibes at Zojoji Temple's autumn foliage illumination. Colors that will take your breath away!

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december

Experience a magical Christmas at Tokyo DisneySea! Meet cat-themed Disney characters and watch the romantic night shows.

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Expensive city

Bigmac $?

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Minato is one of Tokyo's wealthiest neighborhoods with high-end shopping and luxury hotels. While there are some affordable options, overall it's quite expensive for a visiting cat.

Visit local markets for affordable souvenirs and snacks. Take advantage of happy hour specials at bars and restaurants to save some yen.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

for sightseeing

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

for sightseeing

Minato is known for its many attractions, such as Tokyo Tower and Roppongi Hills.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Japan

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Japan

Cash is preferred, credit cards are accepted. Splitting the bill is not common. Customers should not hand money directly to waiters, use trays provided.

internet situation

great Speed

High speed fiber optic infrastructure

excellent Availability

Most places have high speed internet

great Cellular

Good coverage throughout the city

Electric socket type B

Common in North and Central America. Safer because of grounding pin, mind voltage differences.

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biking friendly

Good infrastructure

walkable

Great pedest. infrastr.

LGBTQ tolerated

Mixed views

Minato, Japan is the purrfect place for catstle enthusiasts to explore historic landmarks and taste sushi pawstries.

Cats can shop till they drop in glitzy Roppongi and pawnder the cityscape from Tokyo Tower!

Things to do

The mainstream

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Roppongi Hills
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Rainbow Bridge
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Kyū Shiba Rikyū Garden
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Zojoji Temple
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Tokyo Tower

The mainstream

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Roppongi Hills

A shopping mall and entertainment complex with something for every cat. Get a glimpse of art and culture at the Mori Art Museum, visit the Sky Deck, or lounge around the observation deck. Take a paws from the city and indulge. 🐾

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Rainbow Bridge

A paw-some engineering marvel that spans Tokyo Bay. The bridge lights up at night in different colors like a rainbow, and cats can enjoy the open-air pedestrian walkway. A catwalk with a view that's worth the trek. 🌉

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Kyū Shiba Rikyū Garden

A charming oasis of nature in the heart of city life. The ponds, bridges and Japanese-style pavilions provide plenty of photo-ops for our feline friends. A whisker away from relaxation. 🍃

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Zojoji Temple

A serene temple with a hauntingly stunning view of Tokyo Tower. Cats can stroll through the lush gardens or gaze at the impressive pagoda. A cat-nip for history buffs. 🐱‍👤

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Tokyo Tower

Tall, sleek tower that offers amazing views of Tokyo. A purrfect spot for any cat with a love for heights. Don't forget to take a selfie with the tower's mascots, Noppon and Purin! 🗼

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Off the beaten path

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Odaiba Beach
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Institut Franco-Japonais de Tokyo
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State Guest House Akasaka Palace
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Arisugawa-no-miya Memorial Park
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Zojoji Temple

Off the beaten path

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Odaiba Beach

A hidden beach with views of Tokyo's skyline. Great for a day of sun, sand and sea. Don't forget your sunscreen! 🏖️

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Institut Franco-Japonais de Tokyo

A cultural center in an old mansion that offers language classes, art exhibits, and cultural events. Parfait for Francophile cats. 🇫🇷

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State Guest House Akasaka Palace

A grand and elegant palace with beautiful gardens and a rich history as the residence of the Emperor. 🏰

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Arisugawa-no-miya Memorial Park

A lush green park with winding paths, rolling hills, and a pond filled with koi fish. Perfect for a peaceful stroll or a picnic. 🌳

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Zojoji Temple

This Buddhist temple is a serene retreat with beautiful gardens and a huge red-lacquered gate. It's a great place for contemplation and relaxation. 🕉️

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biking friendly

Good infrastructure

walkable

Great pedest. infrastr.

LGBTQ tolerated

Mixed views

Mindful meoweler tips

Savor the sushi at Tsukiji Market

This bustling fish market is the best place to get fresh sushi. Be prepared for early morning crowds and long lines though!

Explore Tokyo Tower

This iconic tower offers stunning views of the city. Don't miss the cute, cat-shaped souvenir shop at the base!

Visit the Hie Shrine

This peaceful shrine is known for its beautiful cherry blossom trees and colorful lanterns. Keep an eye out for the resident shrine cats!

Useful external sites

www.minato-cci.or.jp/mi

Minato City Tourism Association↗

Official tourism website for Minato City, providing information on popular tourist spots, events, accommodations, and recommended restaurants.

www.tokyotower.co.jp/en

The Tokyo Tower↗

Official website of the Tokyo Tower, a popular observation and communication tower in Minato. Includes information on the tower's history, how to access, and events held there.

www.roppongihills.com/en

Roppongi Hills↗

Official website of Roppongi Hills, a shopping, dining and entertainment complex in Minato. Features information on shops, restaurants, arts and events.

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