Japan already has many islands and they keep on making more. Yes, making. When you visit Tokyo, make sure you visit Odaiba - one of Japan’s artificial islands. Odaiba is one of the places in Metropolitan Tokyo where the sea is accessible - the other being Yokohama.
Odaiba was originally intended to defend Edo from threats coming from the sea. The order to build it came from Egawa Hidetatsu for the Tokugawa Shogunate in 1853. The name Odaiba means “platform site,” as a platform for a cannon battery was located in the islands before. The initial plan was to create 11 islands but only five were finished.
Many plans have been made to improve Odaiba. In the 1990s, it eventually became a tourist spot and a commercial center as hotels and other businesses started to build their offices here.
There are many unique things to do in Odaiba, which makes it attracting to a lot of visitors. The bridge connecting Odaiba and mainland Tokyo, Rainbow bridge, is also a must-see attraction, especially at night.
Here are some other attractions which will make your visit to Odaiba worthwhile:
Fuji TV Building
One of Japan’s leading television station, you can visit their headquarters and even purchase some Fuji TV merchandise here. You can also check out their observation deck which is housed at the sphere at the center of the building.
Palette Town
If you’re looking for an all around entertainment area, visit Palette Town. It has the Daikanransha, a 115 meter ferris wheel. Zepp Tokyo, one of the biggest music hall and nightclub in Japan can also be found here. Toyota’s showroom also displays the latest models of cars made by the company. They also allow visitors to test drive some of their models!
DiverCity Tokyo Plaza
Besides the shopping and dining complex, visitors flock here to take their selfies with the life size Gundam in front of the building.
Museum of Maritime Science
The shape of the museum resembles a cruise ship. It displays the history of ships and the naval industry in Japan. You can even board two real ships outside the museum.
National Museum of Emerging Science
Get to see the latest advancement in technology and science here at the Miraikan!
There are more sights to see at Odaiba so visit it now and add more to this list!
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