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Odaiba-Ariake

If you're tired of seeing Tokyo's history, look to its future at Odaiba, the city's newest area. Characterized by its ultramodern architecture, Odaiba is the entertainment hot spot for Tokyoites. The famous, wholly computerized Yurikamome train shuttles leisure travelers to Odaiba's core, but the train ride is an experience in itself, offering stunning views of Tokyo.

Once in Odaiba, shoppers enjoy hitting the Decks Tokyo Beach Mall, full of stores and entertainment centers, such as Sega's Tokyo Joypolis, tempting shoppers with the newest game machines, and Aqua City Odaiba, which houses over 70 restaurants and a major cinema complex. In addition, there's the Seaside Park to visit with its great beach access, and the infamous Palette Town, a popular destination for Tokyoites who come for the massive ferris wheel, bowling alley, arcades, karaoke rooms, live music venues, and a Toyota showcase where you can test drive (or virtually drive) the newest makes and models.

The fun spills into Ariake, where wanderers can find more shopping bounty at Tokyo Fashion Town, which features the largest furniture showroom in Tokyo, as well as a raining ceiling in the mall foyer, every hour on the dot. If you tire of shopping, hop over to the Museum of Maritime Science, a playful interactive museum that the whole family is guaranteed to enjoy. This popular museum features radio-controlled boats to test, a submarine to explore, and a swimming pool complex to enjoy.

Minutes away sits Tokyo Big Sight, the city's premier exhibition center with two main halls, rooftop, and outdoor exhibition spaces. Odaiba and Ariake are also beloved for their waterside location, man-made beaches, and fresh ocean breezes.