COVID-19 | Ride in Harajuku, Tokyo in a State of Emergency | Fashion Center of Japan @ohayuni71

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Tokyo is still in a state of emergency on COVID-19 although Japan's government lifted it in 39 out of its 47 prefectures. I visited Harajuku, a center of youth culture and fashion of Japan, and took some footage. It looked very different from what it usually is like. Have a look at Harajuku with fewer people.

Music:
Warptech - Last Summer [NCS Release] (YouTube: youtu.be/_nXSUURG4kM, Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/lastsummer)
Tobu - Good Times [NCS Release] (YouTube: youtu.be/YHSH9k9ooZY, Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/goodtimes)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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updated 6 years ago

COVID-19 | Ride in Harajuku, Tokyo in a State of Emergency | Fashion Center of Japan

Planet Tokyo 2020-05-23 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

Tokyo is still in a state of emergency on COVID-19 although Japan's government lifted it in 39 out of its 47 prefectures. I visited Harajuku, a center of youth culture and fashion of Japan, and took some footage. It looked very different from what it usually is like. Have a look at Harajuku with fewer people.

Music:
Warptech - Last Summer [NCS Release] (YouTube: youtu.be/_nXSUURG4kM, Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/lastsummer)
Tobu - Good Times [NCS Release] (YouTube: youtu.be/YHSH9k9ooZY, Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/goodtimes)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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POV | Sakura Cycling in Saitama 2022 | Cherry Blossoms

Planet Tokyo 2022-04-03 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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I was on one of my regular cycling routes a couple of days ago but this season is special. Look at these beautiful sakura flowers fully blooming. These cherry trees are lined for miles and miles. Pedaling through it is just stunning. Enjoy the ride!

Music:
Lights by Sappheiros soundcloud.com/sappheirosmusic
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0
Free Download / Stream: bit.ly/LightsSappheiros
Music promoted by Audio Library youtu.be/-lbbHQbZNKg

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Tokyo Cycling | Oji - Ikebukuro - Shinjuku | Uncut

Planet Tokyo 2022-01-25 | 0:00 Oji Station
1:20 Asukayama
6:50 Nishi-Sugamo
13:15 Ikebukuro Station
23:20 Nishi-Waseda
31:35 Kabukicho
33:45 Shinjuku Station

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Cycling to Shibamata Taishakuten, Tokyos Old Buddhist Temple | Setting of Guinness Record Movie

Planet Tokyo 2021-04-18 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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0:00 Intro
0:14 Arakawa Cycling Road
1:09 Yotsugi Bridge
1:46 AE86 Panda Trueno vs ZN6 Toyota 86
2:47 Nice Construction Guy
3:42 Takasago Bridge
4:06 Keisei Takasago Station
4:33 Shibamata
5:00 The Entry-Way to Taishakuten
6:51 Shibamata Taishakuten
8:55 Grilled Mugwort Dango (Rice Dumplings)
10:17 Outro

Shibamata Taishakuten is a Buddhist temple located in Katsushika, the eastern end of Tokyo. It has been bustling with worshippers since it was founded in 1629. In modern times, it appeared in many literary works which made it a popular tourist destination. The movie series "Otoko wa Tsurai yo" set in this place and its surrounding spots brought more people to the district when it started in 1960s. It holds the Guinness World Record for the longest-running movie series starring a single actor.

I pedaled there on a beautiful Sunday for the first time in years. The scenery was exactly the same as the last time I visited. It felt like the clock hadn't moved there while everything had kept changing dramatically in the rest of the world. You would feel nostalgic when you visit there even if it's the first time.

Of course I didn't forget to eat their local speciality "kusa-dango" or "mugwort rice dumplings" at the end of the trip. It tasted good.

Music:
Far Away (Sting) by MK2 from YouTube Audio Library (Intro)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (Outro)

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The End of Sakura Season | Tokyo Suburb Cycling

Planet Tokyo 2021-04-11 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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Sakura season is over. Their petals were fluttering here and there when I pedaled around my neighborhood randomly. It was stunning although they were ending their lives. Let's wait for the next spring to come.

0:00 Intro
0:14 Warabi City Park
1:36 Tsukagoshi Inari Shrine
3:08 Namiki 4-chome Park
4:05 Kawaguchi West Park
5:23 Getting food at 7-Eleven
6:41 Lunch Time (Katsudon or Pork Cutlet Rice Bowl)
8:02 Petal Storm
8:31 Arakawa Riverside
9:24 Arakawa Akabane Park
10:12 Petal Storm
10:59 Outro

Music:
Far Away (Sting) by MK2 from YouTube Audio Library (OP)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Cycling for Sakura or Cherry Blossoms, Tokyo 2021 | Yanaka - Ueno - Harimazaka - Chidorigafuchi etc

Planet Tokyo 2021-04-04 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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Here is another ride for sakura or cherry blossoms. I pedaled around many sakura spots in the Tokyo Metropolis on a beautiful day. Under COVID, I didn't see any drunk people throwing parties under the trees, but there were still plenty of people intoxicated by the beauty of sakura flowers. At the end of the ride, I witnessed the flower petals fluttering around stunningly. The flowers' lives are so short, but that makes them more beautiful.

What sakura spot did you like the best?

0:00 Intro
0:21 Ogunohara Park
1:17 Yanaka Cemetery
2:49 Ueno Park
3:24 Kiyomizu Kannon-do Temple
4:02 Sakura Flower Ice Cream Stall
4:44 Ueno Toshogu Shrine
5:19 Crap
6:10 Shinobazu Pond
7:19 Harima Slope (Harimazaka)
9:00 Sotobori-dori Avenue
9:24 Train Nerd
10:29 Petal Storm on Yasukuni-dori Avenue
10:54 Kudanzaka Park
11:20 Chat with Lady
11:56 Chidorigafuchi
12:28 Petal Storm with Yasukuni Shrine Torii Gate
12:57 Tram Nerd
14:02 Dang
14:16 Outro

Music:
Far Away (Sting) by MK2 from YouTube Audio Library (OP)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Tokyo Cycling | Sakura or Cherry Blossoms in Full Bloom 2021

Planet Tokyo 2021-03-28 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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Sakura season has come. There is no reason not to go see those beautiful flowers.

I pedaled from Oji, my dad's birth place, to Naka-Itabashi, my mom's birth place, along Shakujii River. It's lined by more than 1000 sakura trees. It's not recommended to throw a hanami party under COVID but people were still strolling around and enjoying the stunning scenery. So did I. Yes, we need it for a change.

I also visited my uncle living in the area and had a chat with him. I was glad to see him doing well.

Let's hope we will have a "usual" spring next year.

0:00 Opening
0:03 Otonashi Riverside
0:56 Asukayama Park
2:22 Best Wishes
2:54 Old Brewing Laboratory Site Park
3:28 Shakujii Riverside
6:11 My Uncle's Place
8:11 Back to Shakujii Riverside
8:32 Kaga Park
9:00 Banana and Mandarin
10:02 Train Nerd
10:38 Elevator
11:05 Shingashi Riverside & Arakawa Riverside
11:31 Shibakawa Park
12:00 Famichiki (Fried Chicken at Convenience Store)
13:06 Ending

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Sunday Afternoon Ride to Home Improvement Store Tokyo Suburb

Planet Tokyo 2021-03-21 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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0:00 Heading to Home Improvement Store
2:13 Home Improvement Store #1
5:29 Heading to Another One
7:08 Home Improvement Store #2
8:57 Got 7 Yen
9:36 Ending

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Ride for Best Burger Tokyo Suburb | T.K. Burgers Cafe

Planet Tokyo 2021-03-14 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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I'm a big fan of burgers. Fortunately there are a few "real burger restaurants" within a 10-km radius of my place. I visited one of them for the first time in a few months the other day. The meal tasted like heaven and I was happy more than words can say. I needed to pedal a lot to burn calories after that but it was fun too.

0:00 Arakawa Cycling Road
4:36 Toda Rowing Course
6:04 777
6:55 7-eleven ATM
7:37 T.K. Burgers Cafe
8:57 Burger Books
10:11 Meal Time

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Haircut at Mall & Trail Ride in Tokyo Suburb | My Monthly Routine

Planet Tokyo 2021-03-07 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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This is my monthly routine. I mean I go get a haircut every month. The hair salon is in a mall near Arakawa Cycling Road that leads you to various places. There is no reason not to pedal after the haircut. I headed to Akigase Park located in Saitama City this time. It’s been my favorite place since I was a teenager. There are some nice trails there. Enjoy the trail ride somewhere not very far from the Tokyo Metropolis!

0:00 9.50 am, Saturday
0:29 At the Mall
1:13 Lining Up for Haircut
2:31 Haircut Done in 11 Minutes
3:30 Food Court
4:07 Takoyaki (or Octopus Balls)
6:02 Bye Bye Mall
6:49 Arakawa Cycling Road
7:44 Into Gravel
8:44 Arakawa Saiko Park
9:01 Train Nerd
9:19 Akigase Park
9:44 Into Trails
11:07 Meditation
11:22 Puppy Hates Me
13:32 Grave or Shrine?
15:01 Hill Climb Failure
15:36 Canola Downhill
16:35 Ending

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Tokyo Suburb Cycling | Sunset & Fish Shop

Planet Tokyo 2021-02-28 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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0:00 Heading to Sunset
1:02 Into Gravel
2:39 Icarus
3:57 Puppy Van
4:19 Scarecrow
4:40 Sunset
5:20 Night Ride
6:00 Shrine Worship
6:55 Fish Shop
9:21 Veggie Shop
10:45 Ending

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Cycling to Totoros Forest & Lake Sayama Gravel Route | Tokorozawa, Saitama

Planet Tokyo 2021-02-22 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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0:00 My Uncle's Place
1:34 Kiyose, Tokyo
2:16 Higashiyamato, Tokyo
2:41 Tokorozawa, Saitama
3:47 Into Forest
4:42 Hill Climb Failure
5:58 Huge Cemetery
6:28 Totoro's Forest
8:42 Shrine on Hill
11:22 Into Gravel
12:24 Coffee Break
13:01 Gravel Downhill
14:43 Tarmac Downhill
15:50 Lake Sayama
16:48 7-Eleven Refuel
18:59 Johnnie Walker Red Label
19:32 Ending

Hayao Miyazaki, the movie director of Studio Ghibli, says that he was inspired a lot by the nature of Tokorozawa, Saitama when he created one of his greatest movies My Neighbor Totoro. He has been living there for a half century.

The movie portrays the ‘50s but there are still many forests like the one in the movie even today. Some of them are called Totoro’s Forest. I pedaled to the area and ended up in Totoro’s Forest #2. It looks like there are dozens of forests named Totoro’s Forest and their nature is protected by donations through the Foundation of Totoro’s Hometown. I respect their efforts.

I really enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere over there. I hope you guys feel it through my video.

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Pedaling to Tokyo Grocery | SEIYU by Walmart Japan

Planet Tokyo 2021-02-14 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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0:00 Leaving Home
0:43 Kawaguchi Shopping District
2:04 Arakawa River (Border Tokyo and Saitama)
3:23 Akabane Bar District
4:16 Arriving at Walmart Japan
5:35 Shopping
9:09 Cashier
10:14 Leaving Walmart Japan
11:28 Ending

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Tokyo Cycling | Akihabara to Tokyo Tower

Planet Tokyo 2021-02-07 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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0:00 Akihabara
1:45 Yasukuni-dori Avenue
3:26 Daimyo-Koji Avenue
4:03 Uchibori-dori Avenue & Imperial Palace
5:07 Hibiya Park
6:46 Hibiya-dori Avenue
7:44 Zojoji Temple
8:17 Shiba Park
10:03 Tokyo Tower
11:17 Ending

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Mt. Fuji & Grocery | Tokyo Suburb Cycling

Planet Tokyo 2021-01-31 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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0:00 In the Previous Episode
0:32 Time to Head Back Home
1:21 Am I Lost?
1:47 Song Letting Kids Know Time to Go Home
2:29 Autumn Leaves
3:53 Mt. Fuji & Sunset & Gentleman
5:31 Into Gravel
5:53 Another View of Mt. Fuji
6:46 My Regular Route
7:34 Train Nerd
7:59 Into Mall
8:41 Grocery in Mall
8:49 Sushi & Pizza
9:15 Cashier
10:29 Ending

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Trail & Meat Shop on My Way Home from Hospital (in State of Emergency)

Planet Tokyo 2021-01-23 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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0:00 Hospital
0:54 Geared Up
1:50 Into Trail
3:09 Out of Trail
4:53 Hatogaya Station
5:23 National Route 122
6:33 JAPAN MEAT
7:13 Into JAPAN MEAT
8:22 Packing Meats and Sushi
10:27 Is He a Bike?
10:36 Ending

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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My Bike Commute Route | Tokyo to Saitama (in State of Emergency)

Planet Tokyo 2021-01-18 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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0:00 National Route 122
0:26 Metropolitan Loop Road No. 7
1:36 Arakawa Cycling Road
2:20 Into Gravel
2:46 Riverside
3:30 Winding Road
5:26 Riverside Again
6:02 Hill Climb Attack
7:00 Descent
7:48 Coffee Break
8:41 Geared Up
10:00 Good Bye Cycling Road
11:39 Into City
13:04 Oops
14:06 Bike Lane
15:10 I'm Home
15:24 Ending

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Cycling to Grave Tokyo Suburb

Planet Tokyo 2021-01-12 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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Check the videos below too!

Visit to Grave in Japan [iPhone 4S/HD]
youtu.be/XxDtf7pJe_w

ASMR | Ride in Large Cemetery in the Middle of Tokyo | Yanaka Cemetery, Taito, Tokyo
youtu.be/yW_VLLZOFKc

0:00 7-Eleven
0:48 A Windy Day
1:57 Into Gravel
3:18 Waving Trees
5:14 Golden Rice Patties
6:30 Lunch Munch
9:35 Railroad Crossing
10:25 My Dad's Grave
12:57 Ending

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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New Year Sunrise Ride Tokyo Suburb 2021

Planet Tokyo 2021-01-03 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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0:00 6 am, January 1st, 2021
0:18 Before the Dawn
2:00 Into Gravel
4:06 People on Lakeside
5:02 Waiting for the Sunrise
5:40 Here Comes the Sun
8:16 Pedal to the Sun
10:37 View of Mt Fuji
12:01 Short Trail
14:52 Train Nerd
16:34 Shrine Worship
17:59 Ending

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Tokyo Ride | West Shinjuku to Waseda | Specialized Store Shinjuku to Waseda University

Planet Tokyo 2020-07-29 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

Music:
Lock and Love by longzijun (youtu.be/LSW7njYVdyE)
Chillvolution by longzijun (youtu.be/s2Tlwz10T-A)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Ride in Tokyo | East Ikebukuro to West Shinjuku | Higashi-Ikebukuro to Nishi-Shinjuku

Planet Tokyo 2020-07-25 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

My bike was recalled for some reason. I needed to get it fixed so went to Specialized Store Shinjuku located in Nishi-Shinjuku or West Shinjuku. This is how I got there from Higashi-Ikebukuro or East Ikebukuro.

Music:
NOWË - just some melodies. (Vlog No Copyright Music)
Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music.
Video Link: youtu.be/g8vG_-UVD5Y

NOWË - I Like It! (Vlog No Copyright Music)
Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music.
Video Link: youtu.be/xLI8XBS4_2Y

NOWË - Horizon (Vlog No Copyright Music)
Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music.
Video Link: youtu.be/g845F6ORCOc

J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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ASMR | Ride in Tokyo | Sugamo to Higashi-Ikebukuro

Planet Tokyo 2020-07-21 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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This is a very short ride from Sugamo, a shopping district popular among seniors, to Higashi-Ikebukuro, a shopping district popular among teens. It's fun to see how the scenery changes quickly as pedaling through the megalopolis.

Music:
Lord Of The Dawn by Jesse Gallagher
Relaxing by Bensound (bensound.com)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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ASMR | Ride in Tokyo | Akabane to Ikebukuro Though Tons of Alleys

Planet Tokyo 2020-07-17 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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This is a short ride from Akabane, the northern edge of central Tokyo, to Ikebukuro, one of the busiest districts in central Tokyo. It's fun to petal through narrow alleys in the megalopolis.

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive

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Gravel Ride in Saitama City | My Weekend Morning Routine

Planet Tokyo 2020-07-13 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

I wanna gravel bike.

Music:
Chris Lehman - Arrival [Vlog No Copyright Music]
Music promoted by Vlog No Copyright Music.
Video Link: youtu.be/UNXo-gS6jH4

Dropouts - Let Go [NCS Release]
YouTube: youtu.be/E4u2CnxAu-8
Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/letgo

J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archivef (ED)

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ASMR | Ride in Tokyo Local Neighborhood | Naka-Itabashi to Akabane

Planet Tokyo 2020-07-08 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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Itabashi Ward is a residential area located in North Tokyo. I know this district like the back of my hand since there used to be my grandparents' house there and I visited their place almost every weekend when I was a kid. Even today I often visit there to see my uncle. This is a ride on my way home from his place.

Music:
Tratak by Jesse Gallagher
Lord Of The Dawn by Jesse Gallagher
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Ride in Tokyo | Shibuya to Akihabara | Route from Fashion Center to Otaku Center

Planet Tokyo 2020-07-04 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

I had a ride from the center of youth culture of Japan to the center of otaku culture of the world. I mean from Shibuya to Akihabara. Bike is the best mode of transport in central Tokyo. Let me share what it is like.

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Ride in Tokyos Residential Area | Mejiro - Ochiai - Takadanobaba

Planet Tokyo 2020-06-28 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
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Music:
Higher by Roa soundcloud.com/roa_music1031
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0
Free Download / Stream: bit.ly/higher-roa
Music promoted by Audio Library youtu.be/2EeHhXRYUf0

Blur by ryan soundcloud.com/rsfmu
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0
Free Download / Stream: bit.ly/blur-ryan
Music promoted by Audio Library youtu.be/Ht2puekiPDU

J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive

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Planet Tokyo Introduction

Planet Tokyo 2020-06-28 | Welcome to Planet Tokyo! I'm Koji. I was born and raised in a city located on the edge of central Tokyo. It's still exciting to hang out and discover something new in the megalopolis although I've been living here for decades. I share my experiences with you guys as pedaling around the massive, magical and mysterious city. Subscribe now so you can join our next ride. Let's hop on a bike!

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Music:
Spinnin' by Alex (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/AlexBeroza/32423 Ft: spinningmerkaba (OP)

Ride in Love Hotel District in Shibuya, Tokyo | Maruyama-cho District

Planet Tokyo 2020-06-26 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

Music:
Alex Skrindo & Stahl! - Moments [NCS Release] (Youtube: youtu.be/IHtL_BKO804, Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/moments)
David Bulla - High Life [NCS Release] (Youtube: youtu.be/5H4XVwnrmo4, Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/highlife)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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ASMR | Ride in Tokyos Koreatown | Shin-Okubo, Shinjuku

Planet Tokyo 2020-06-24 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Ride to Tokyo Bay | Arakawa Cycling Road - Kasai Rinkai Park

Planet Tokyo 2020-06-22 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

Music:
Aero Chord - Time Leap [NCS Release] (Youtube: youtu.be/beDFafObkFw, Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/timeleap)
Lensko - Titsepoken 2015 [NCS Release] (Youtube: youtu.be/S81bLqpstUE, Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/titsepoken)
Laszlo - Imaginary Friends [NCS Release] (Youtube: youtu.be/pXppQviIKCc, Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/imaginaryfriends)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Ride in Takeshita Street, Harajuku | Fashion Center of Tokyo After COVID-19

Planet Tokyo 2020-06-19 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

Harajuku is known as a center of teen culture and fashion of Japan. Takeshita Street is the exact center. It is lined by many stores retailing kawaii or cute stuff and full of teenagers and tourists on weekends. However, there were not as many people as usual when I pedaled there on Sunday although the state of emergency on COVID-19 was lifted. It would take a while to get back to normal.

Here is a video I took in Harajuku in the middle of the state of emergency. Check it out too.
youtu.be/IK9mQxlM_QE

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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ASMR | Ride in Urahara or Backstreets of Harajuku & Omotesando | Another Face of Harajuku

Planet Tokyo 2020-06-17 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

Music:
Venkatesananda by Jesse Gallagher (BG)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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What Happens When You Lose Your iPhone in Japan : True Story

Planet Tokyo 2020-06-14 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

It is said that Japan is one of the safest countries on the whole planet. You would get your wallet or mobile or whatever back when you lose it on the street or whereever. But is it true? I lost my iPhone on the street. Let me tell you what actually happened to me.

Music:
L.V. Beethoven - Piano Sonata No. 8 in C minor 'Pathetique', Op. 13 - II. Adagio cantabile by Paul Pitman
F.F. Chopin - Etude Op. 10, no. 3 in E major - 'Tristesse' by Chiara Bertoglio (Licensed under CC BY 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/legalcode)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Ride in Akihabara, Tokyos Anime Town | After Lifting of State of Emergency on COVID-19

Planet Tokyo 2020-06-12 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Ride in Shibuya, Tokyo | After Lifting of State of Emergency on COVID-19

Planet Tokyo 2020-06-08 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

The state of emergency on COVID-19 was lifted in Tokyo and people are coming back to the city. But what is it actually like? I pedaled to Shibuya on Sunday and found that there were much more people than when I visited there a couple of weeks ago. However, I would say it is not as vibrant as it used to be before the situation. It would take a while to get back to "normal".

Here is the video that I took in Shibuya in the middle of the state of emergency. Check this out too.
youtu.be/avyJZOSL-i4

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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ASMR | Ride in Golden Street, Shinjuku | Tokyos Retro Bar Street in the Daytime

Planet Tokyo 2020-06-04 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

Golden Gai or Golden Street is an area filled with alleys lined by tiny retro bars. It is located right by Kabukicho in Shinjuku, Tokyo's red-light district. Although it is full of drinkers during the night time, it is very calm and quiet during the daytime. A perfect place to stroll. Check out my video about Kabukicho too.
youtu.be/uyDhE5DswTE

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Ride in West Shinjuku Business District | Tokyos Manhattan

Planet Tokyo 2020-05-31 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

Shinjuku, Tokyo's busiest district, has two faces. East Shinjuku is an entertainment district. You would see numerous neon signs glittering there. Meanwhile, West Shinjuku is a business district filled with skyscrapers. You could call it Japan's Manhattan. I pedaled there on a weekend in the middle of the state of emergency. There are not that many people on weekends in general so there was not a big difference. But it was still interesting to see what the city was like in the situation. Let me share it with you guys.

Music:
Ambiente, Care by Adam Vitovsky (http://www.adamvitovsky.com)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Ride in Kabukicho, Shinjuku | Tokyos Red-Light District in the Daytime

Planet Tokyo 2020-05-29 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

Shinjuku, Tokyo's busiest district, has two faces. West Shinjuku is a business district filled with skyscrapers. You could call it Japan's Manhattan. Meanwhile, East Shinjuku is an entertainment district. You would see numerous neon signs glittering along every street during night time. Kabukicho area in particular is well-know for its shady stores. Sometimes it is called "Japan's most dangerous area". I pedaled there in the daytime in the middle of the state of emergency. It looked very different from what I know. It was quite interesting. Let me share it with you guys. Enjoy Kabukicho Trip!

Music:
Little Moments, My Country by Adam Vitovsky (http://www.adamvitovsky.com)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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ASMR | State of Emergency Lifted in Tokyo | Akabane, Tokyo | COVID-19

Planet Tokyo 2020-05-26 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

Japan's government has lifted the state of emergency on COVID-19 in the last 5 out of its 47 prefectures including the capital Tokyo. What is the city like? Is it more vibrant? I took some footage in Akabane district which is located on the northern edge of central Tokyo on my way home from work. Technically it was taken right before it was officially announced by the Prime Minister but the city was already looking different. Have a look.

Music: J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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COVID-19 | Ride in Shibuya, Tokyo in a State of Emergency

Planet Tokyo 2020-05-21 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

Tokyo is still in a state of emergency on COVID-19 although Japan's government lifted it in 39 out of its 47 prefectures. I visited Shibuya, one of the most bustling districts in Tokyo and took some footage. It looked very different from what it usually is like. Have a look at Shibuya with fewer people.

Music:
Dropouts - Let Go [NCS Release] (YouTube: youtu.be/E4u2CnxAu-8, Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/letgo)
David Bulla - Unexpected [NCS Release] (YouTube: youtu.be/ReBDW-4mtyo, Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/unexpected)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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ASMR | Ride in Large Cemetery in the Middle of Tokyo | Yanaka Cemetery, Taito, Tokyo

Planet Tokyo 2020-05-19 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

Check the videos below too!

Cycling to Grave Tokyo Suburb
youtu.be/yPt41a5AutI

Visit to Grave in Japan [iPhone 4S/HD]
youtu.be/XxDtf7pJe_w

Yanaka Cemetery (also called in its former name, Yanaka Graveyard) is located in Yanaka district where the old Tokyo's atmosphere still remains. It has 7,000 graves and hundreds of sakura or cherry trees. The whole site is very well-organized and there is no creepiness but calmness. A perfect place to stroll on a beautiful day especially in cherry blossom season.

Music:
F.F. Chopin - Nocturne in E major, Op.62 No.2 by Donald Betts (BG)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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COVID-19 | State of Emergency Lifted in 39 Pref. But Not in Saitama and Other 7 | Kawaguchi, Saitama

Planet Tokyo 2020-05-16 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

Japan's government has lifted a state of emergency on COVID-19 in 39 out of its 47 prefectures. However, Saitama Prefecture where I live was not included. It makes sense because it is located next to Tokyo Prefecture which has the largest number of patients in Japan. I needed to get through the center of my city so I took some footage of what the district is like after lifting a state of emergency in other prefectures. Have a look.

Music:
F.F. Chopin - Nocturne in D flat major, Op. 27 No.2 by Paul Pitman (BG)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Trail Bike Ride in the Middle of Tokyo | Hikarigaoka Park, Nerima

Planet Tokyo 2020-05-12 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

Hikarigaoka Park is the largest park in Nerima Ward, Tokyo. It is a perfect place when you want to feel the atmosphere of nature while in the middle of Tokyo.

Music:
Distrion, Alex Skrindo - Entropy [NCS Release] (YouTube: youtu.be/iaKgF1Vf5bQ, Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/entropy)
Tobu - Candyland [NCS Release] (YouTube: youtu.be/IIrCDAV3EgI, Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/candyland)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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ASMR | Empty Tokyo Under COVID-19 | Tokyo Station and Surrounding Areas

Planet Tokyo 2020-05-08 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

A weekend of central Tokyo in a state of emergency.

Music:
F.F. Chopin - Nocturne in D flat major, Op. 27 No.2 by Paul Pitman (BG)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Ride in Tokyos Old Town | Yanaka & Nezu

Planet Tokyo 2020-05-06 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

Yanaka and Nezu are old residential districts located right by Ueno. You would feel the atmosphere of old Tokyo as you pedal or walk around there. Perfect places to stroll on a beautiful day.

Music:
Stratosphere, Waiting for You, Care by Adam Vitovsky (http://www.adamvitovsky.com)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)

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Ride in Tokyos Busiest Street Market Under COVID-19 | Ameyoko Market

Planet Tokyo 2020-05-03 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

What is the busiest street market in Tokyo like under a state of emergency over COVID-19? I needed to go somewhere nearby. So I visited there for a bit and took some footage. Have a look at "empty Ameyoko".

Music:
Spinnin' by Alex (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/AlexBeroza/32423 Ft: spinningmerkaba (OP)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)
L.V. Beethoven - Sonata No. 3 in C Major, Op. 2 No. 3 - IV. Allegro assai by Paul Pitman (BG)

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Ride in Worlds Most Luxury Streets Under COVID-19 | Ginza, Tokyo

Planet Tokyo 2020-05-01 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

What is one of the most luxury streets in the world like under a state of emergency over COVID-19? I needed to go somewhere nearby. So I visited there for a bit and took some footage. Have a look at "empty Ginza".

Music:
Spinnin' by Alex (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/AlexBeroza/32423 Ft: spinningmerkaba (OP)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)
V. Galilei - Ancient Airs and Dances, Suite No.1 - 2. Gagliarda by United States Marine Band (BG)
L.V. Beethoven - Piano Sonata No. 10 in G Major, Op. 14 No. 2 - III. Scherzo - Allegro assai by Paul Pitman (BG)

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COVID-19 | Ride in Akihabara, Tokyos Anime and Otaku District in a State of Emergency

Planet Tokyo 2020-04-28 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

What is the world's largest anime and otaku district like under a state of emergency over COVID-19? I needed to go somewhere near Akihabara, Tokyo. So I visited there for a bit and took some footage. Have a look at "empty Akiba".

Music:
Spinnin' by Alex (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/AlexBeroza/32423 Ft: spinningmerkaba (OP)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)
L.V. Beethoven - Symphony No. 6 in F Major 'Pastoral', Op. 68 - I. Allegro non troppo by Skidmore College Orchestra (BG)

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COVID-19 | Ride on Tokyos Local Streets in a State of Emergency | Higashi-jujo, Akabane, Kawaguchi

Planet Tokyo 2020-04-22 | Instagram: instagram.com/koji_planet_tokyo
Twitter: twitter.com/kj_planet_tokyo

It has been a couple of weeks since a state of emergency over COVID-19 was declared in Tokyo. I took some footage of what the city is like on my way home from work. Check it out.

Music:
Spinnin' by Alex (c) copyright 2011 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/AlexBeroza/32423 Ft: spinningmerkaba (OP)
J.S. Bach - Suite No.4 in E flat - II. Allemande by European Archive (ED)
J. Brahms - Six Piano Pieces, Op. 118 - II. Intermezzo by Carlos Gardels (BG)

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