Visitors to the new Top Deck viewing platform get to enjoy VIP treatment along with the stunning Tokyo skyline.
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Oona McGee
Half-Japanese Oona McGee hails from Sydney, Australia, where she worked as a journalist and copywriter before making the move to Japan over a decade ago. Now she spends her days exploring the streets of Tokyo with her laptop and camera, always in search of new cafes, restaurants, events and stories to share with our readers. As an experienced food and travel reporter, Oona has travelled extensively through all 47 prefectures of Japan, and is constantly researching new destinations and drawing up itineraries for her next adventure.
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The special headset delivers a Japanese sweet into your mouth in real-time as this “once-in-a-millenium beauty” feeds it to you.
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The centuries-old company is using a sensual ad campaign to draw attention to their innovative new range.
The special “mask discount” aims to support people suffering from colds and hay fever at this time of year.
The new limited-edition beverage takes its inspiration from a traditional Japanese springtime confection.
The new building is a feat of environmentally conscious engineering that will stand taller than Tokyo Tower.
Natural berry flavours from the ruby cacao bean make for a hot chocolate like no other we’ve ever tasted.
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Voldemort, Donald Trump, and Johnny Depp are just some of the famous faces you’ll find at this one-of-a-kind museum.
Premium Japanese rice wine and high-quality powdered green tea make for a truffle that’s bursting with traditional flavours.
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