There is one district that you can’t ignore but visit, especially if you’re vacationing in Tokyo. The district is none but Odaiba. Odaiba, a man-made island in Tokyo Bay, has become increasingly popular with travelers across the world. The area is jam-packed with lots of interesting attractions, shopping activities, and entertainment centers. In fact, it is a hot spot for the young at heart. Check out the best things to do in Odaiba to help get the most out of your trip.
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Mori Building Digital Art Museum
One of the attractions in Odaiba that you shouldn’t miss is the Mori Building Digital Art Museum. The attraction is a different world in itself. Unlike the traditional museum, there are no borders between viewers and works of arts on display. More than 500 computers relay images via over 450 projectors to create impressive effects. To get the most of your trip to this place, plan a full day trip so you can explore its five separate worlds namely the Business World, the Athletic Forest, Future Park, The Forest of Lamps and En Tea House. One great tip to know is that the museum gets full rather quickly due to the limited space. So don’t forget to buy tickets online and in advance to increase your chances of gaining access into the museum.
Observatory Sphere
Fuji Station is one of the most popular TV stations in Japan, and its headquarters is a popular attraction in the area. Tourists and local visitors alike can explore a part of the building, however, entry is not free. On the ground floor is the Odaiba Tourist Center, a place to get whatever information you need about local attractions. As one of the finest attractions in Tokyo, you can enjoy great views of Odaiba and its surroundings. And if the weather permits, you can even see Mount Fuji from a far distance.
Palette Town Ferris Wheel
Standing at about 115 meters from ground level, Palette Town Ferris Wheel is one of the tallest rides in the world. This is unarguably your best shot at seeing Tokyo from a bird’s eye view. On a clear day, you can see Tokyo’s skyscrapers and loads of impressive attractions, including the famous Tokyo Tower. The best part is seeing the Ferris wheel at night – the sight is incredibly beautiful. This giant ride gets illuminated in different colors at night according to the current season.
Oedo-Onsen Monogatari
Treat yourself to some hot springs at this indoor spa and hot spring amusement facility. Guests will be given the yukata at no extra cost so they can freely immerse themselves into this nice treat. Depending on your vacation time, plan a day trip to this amazing attraction. Alternatively, you may decide to stay overnight. Here you’ll find 13 different types of bath. For couples, they can take advantage of the footbath, designed for all sexes. The on-site garden is, without a doubt, the largest Japanese garden in Japan.
Venus Fort
If you love shopping, then I bet you’ll love it here. Venus Fort is an indoor style shopping mall. No matter what you’re looking for, you will get it and at an affordable price. More so, do not forget to bring your camera as plenty of picture-taking opportunities await you here
But did you know that you can also take a mini cruise in Odaiba? The list of things to see and do is endless. Given the array of things to see and do here, you’ll probably need to extend your vacation time to see it all.