Welcome to Tokyo, one of the most vibrant and exciting cities in the world. As the capital of Japan, Tokyo is a bustling metropolis that blends tradition and modernity, with ancient temples and cutting-edge technology coexisting side by side. Whether you’re exploring the streets of Shibuya, indulging in sushi at a local restaurant, or taking in the view from the top of the Tokyo Skytree, there’s never a dull moment in this city. So, let’s dive into 25 fascinating Tokyo facts that will give you a taste of what makes this city so special.
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1. With a population exceeding that of Canada, the Tokyo metropolitan area is one of the most populous regions in the world.
2. Tokyo is renowned for its wealth, and if it were a city-state, it would rank among the top 10 richest-nations on Earth by GDP.
3. The Tokyo Tower requires a fresh coat of paint every five years, a job that requires around 7,500 gallons of paint to complete.
4. Covering over 1,000 hectares or 2,471 acres of Tokyo, more than 6,000 gardens and parks offer serene green spaces throughout the bustling city.
5. Tokyo, Japan is home to 5 enormous cylindrical shafts that act as flood control systems to prevent the city from being destroyed in case of a flood.
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6. In Japan, there is an anime and manga series called Saint Young Men that features Jesus and Buddha living as roommates in Tokyo and trying to understand Japanese culture.
7. In a bizarre discovery, officials who went to congratulate Tokyo’s oldest man on his 111th birthday found his skeletal remains on his bed instead. He had been dead for 30 years and his family had been taking his pension money.
8. The Allied carpet bombing of Tokyo during World War II resulted in more civilian deaths than the atomic bombings of both Nagasaki and Hiroshima combined.
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9. During Tokyo’s property bubble, the grounds of the Imperial Palace, covering an area of 1.32 square miles, were valued higher than the entire real estate in California.
10. Researchers in Tokyo have developed a mirror that can alter the viewer’s reflection in real-time to make them appear as if they’re smiling, with the intention of using it in shopping mall bathrooms to encourage happier shopping and increased spending.
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11. Interestingly, the manga series “Akira” predicted that the 2020 Olympics would take place in Tokyo, which ultimately did come true.
12. Japan boasts twice as many 7-Eleven stores as the United States, and Tokyo alone is home to a staggering 2,079 of these convenience stores!
13. For those who want to send their stuffed animals on a trip without them, there’s a travel agency in Tokyo that offers this service.
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14. There is a building in Tokyo that is like a giant Lego set, with tiny 90-square-foot capsule apartments that can be easily replaced like building blocks.
15. Tokyo’s skyline is home to a unique skyscraper that uses colored lights to forecast the weather, letting you know whether you should carry an umbrella or not.
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16. Researchers at the University of Tokyo are developing a holographic system that can be touched and felt, bringing a new level of realism to holograms.
17. In Tokyo, you can visit a butler-themed cafe where only foreign men are employed as staff, catering to the desires of Japanese women who want to be served by Western men who are also attractive and courteous.
18. With a whopping 45 of the 51 busiest train stations in the world, Japan is truly the land of trains! Tokyo’s Shinjuku Station alone serves an incredible 1.2 billion passengers each year.
19. Tokyo’s train stations are not just functional, but also musical! Each station has its unique theme song that adds to the atmosphere and makes commuting a little more enjoyable.
20. Tokyo’s train stations are also doing their part to combat the country’s high suicide rate. The installation of blue “anti-suicide” LED lights has been linked to an 84% decrease in suicide attempts at stations where they are installed, thanks to their calming effect.
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21. Researchers at the University of Tokyo have developed a robot hand that boasts an unbeatable record in rock-paper-scissors, with a 100% win rate. The hand utilizes a high-speed camera to detect the shape of the human hand in just one millisecond and respond with the corresponding winning gesture.
22. In a tragic moment in history, nearly half a million cylinders of napalm and petroleum jelly were dropped on Tokyo in March 1945, resulting in a 40-square-kilometer firestorm that claimed the lives of over 100,000 people and injured a million more. This remains the deadliest single bombing incident in history, surpassing even the atomic bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
23. To satisfy the desire for pet companionship among Tokyo residents, cat cafes have become increasingly popular. Visitors can spend hours with feline friends, as most apartments in the Tokyo area do not allow pets.
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24. Every year, over 70 unexploded bombs from World War II are discovered in Tokyo, a sobering reminder of the city’s wartime past.
25. Visitors to Tokyo are often struck by the lack of vandalism in the city, with streets remaining remarkably unmarred by graffiti or other forms of defacement.
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