Joanna James
A hustling metropolis synonymous with futuristic architecture and blossoming Sakura trees, Japan's dynamic Capital also features some exhilarating escapes for travellers looking for a unique adrenaline rush. Here are some well-kept secrets for adventurers in Tokyo.
The Japanese epicentre of eccentric fashion, mouthwatering food, and innovative modes of recreation, the reasons why you should visit Tokyo are endless. Regardless of whether you're enthusiastic about exploring unconventional museums featuring everything from period kites to deadly parasites or trying authentic dishes from each of the world's cuisines at Michelin-starred restaurants, there's something to entice every calibre of traveller. Not to mention the unique medley of ancient heritage and uber-modern inventiveness present in every nook of this vibrant city, with robot restaurants and contemporary art galleries sitting side-by-side with pre-modern buildings and quaint tea parlours. However, if it's heart-racing and mind-boggling pastimes you're craving, Tokyo hosts a diverse array of character and teambuilding experiences just for adventure-seekers.
The perfect blend of fast-paced action and strategic thinking, the five-storey Tokyo Mystery Circus has got you covered with all manner of thrilling escapades, from chilled out Snoopy-themed puzzle games to escaping from runaway trains! Whether you're a group of friends looking for some weekend enticement, colleagues seeking to break the ice, or a couple looking for stimulating bonding time, these realistic experiential "stealth" and "spy" games are one of a kind! Visit the souvenir shop for some cool purchases like puzzle-solving clipboards and crafty tumblers.
At Flystation, you can experience all the heightened exhilaration of skydiving without having to leap off a plane in a safe and controlled environment while feeling like you are shooting up into the clouds and swooping down like an oversized bird! Specialized trainers will show you the ropes, and many first-timers get warmed up with the "Taxi Flight" session before full-on free falling. If you're looking for Tokyo serviced apartments for weekly stays with prime access to these state-of-the-art city hubs, look no further than Ascott Marunouchi Tokyo.
If you've ever dreamed of performing dramatic stunt sequences, the competitive 'survival' games at ASIBOBA Field in Akihabara come pretty near the movies! Armed with airsoft guns after a brief training session, your team will be let loose to fight your opponents, either capturing their flag from the well-guarded base or leaving no 'enemy' standing on the field!
If you're an avid nature lover seeking that endorphin kick, ride across the iconic Hakone Ropeway in a gondola almost1000 metres off the ground, watching diverse vistas spread before you, from volcanic valleys spewing sulphur to delicious glimpses of Mount Fuji and forested mountains cradling the jewel-toned waters of Lake Ashinoko.
While crossing a street might sound flat after so many breathtaking escapades, it's one of Tokyo's most unmissable experiences, where crossing the Shibuya Square is a literal 'scramble' as you are caught in the current of a sea of people moving in every possible direction! This out-of-body experience, along with a light show featuring eighteen beams, can end with an epic bird's -eye view vantage to grace your Instagram feed from atop the 'Sky Edge'.
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A travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
