My understanding of Japanese dramas began with "Tokyo Love Story", and my understanding of Tokyo began from the small park where Wanji and Rika went.

The plane arrived in Tokyo, and after clearing customs I went straight to the hotel. It was almost late at night, and I probably had no other choice except a convenience store. After everything was arranged, we walked to the street. Because Japan's commercial and residential areas have always been very clearly planned, usually just one road separates the commercial area with a lot of people and cars from the residential area with few people and cars on the road. The street was dark. After walking through three or four intersections, I finally saw a convenience store. I picked up a can of heated coffee and walked to the small park next to it. Suddenly I felt that the scene in front of me was so familiar. It was where Wanzhi and Lixiang had been. small park!

The park was so quiet and empty that even the sound of falling leaves could be heard. I couldn’t help but take a big breath, inhaling the cool and refreshing air. I enjoyed myself here. Enjoying it. Recalling what Lixiang once said: On the count of three, let’s turn around and say goodbye together! One, two, three... looking at the small park in front of me, even though there may be hundreds of such parks in Tokyo, the thought that I am already in Tokyo, in this city that seems familiar but far away, in this once moved me In the small park, I felt an unstoppable excitement in my heart.

Drinking warm hot coffee, sitting in the small park in Tokyo Love Story, enjoying the unprecedented tranquility. This is my first night in Tokyo.

After watching "Tokyo Cinderella", I became familiar with Tokyo Tower again. The simple and innocent Yukiko came to the colorful metropolis Tokyo from the countryside with the blessings of her parents. She met the handsome and unrestrained Masashi Kokai, and Cinderella finally saw the noble prince. Because Masashi's home is near Tokyo Tower, every rainy night, Yukiko always lingers under the bright Tokyo Tower waiting for Masashi, with a heart that is uncertain about love but full of longing. This may seem impossible, but it is a true and unwavering love between the two that endures hardships and joys, just like the Tokyo Tower shining in the dark. And this exotic, dream-like building is probably modern people’s last fantasy of true love!

The 333-meter-high Tokyo Tower dwarfs the Eiffel Tower in Paris and the Empire State Building in New York with its absolute height. This is definitely a more suitable place to get a bird's-eye view of Tokyo. To the north is the restricted area of ??the Imperial Palace, to the east is Tokyo's entire harbor, and to the west is Shinjuku. You have a panoramic view of the entire Tokyo. The modern architecture and traditional palaces complement each other, and the highways and harbors have their own important points. , it looks pleasing to the eye.

Watching "A Rare Lover" again, the Ginza SONY Building has become a part of my memory. The two heroines Yumeko and Kana met by chance and became good friends, but they fell in love with the same man Kazuya. This was a severe test for their friendship. Although the ending was tragic, it was heartwarming. The feeling lingers for a long time. The most touching scene in the play took place in front of the SONY building in Ginza, Tokyo. Kazuya asked Yumeko to meet in Ginza, and Yumeko finally decided to go to the appointment. However, when she saw Kazuya from a distance opposite the SONY building and ran toward him, the earrings she was wearing suddenly fell off. That is Kana's most beloved treasure, and isn't the one standing across the road also Kana's favorite? Thinking of this, Yumeko couldn't help but feel sad. Finally, she left Ginza, in the night...

Ginza is recognized as the most stylish business district in Japan. This is because the Tokugawa shogunate was established here. "Ginza", named after the silver coin manufacturing factory, now has the most Western-style cafes, the most modern department stores, plus large and small galleries and a variety of restaurants, making it the most fashionable and rich area in Tokyo. , has also become the best choice for lovers to date. Ginza's most prosperous Central Street is closed to vehicles every Sunday afternoon, and people can walk and shop freely here. At this time, everyone calls it a "pedestrian's paradise."

The Rainbow Bridge is also a must-visit place for fans of Japanese dramas. On the bridge is the image of Li Ying in "The Witch's Conditions", Hikaru and the unknown whizzing past together in a car; under the bridge, there is also a "Love" in Odaiba Seaside Park. Century", Teppei and Riko are looking for traces of the ring on the beach.

The sky in Tokyo is red. When night falls, the red sky turns into pitch black, and the neon lights stage a lively nightclub stage. The Rainbow Bridge is not unworthy of its reputation, exuding colorful changes in the night sky The shadow of the bridge, looking from Odaiba to Tokyo, happens to form a city night view with Tokyo Tower. Whether you are a fan of Japanese dramas or not, such beautiful and romantic scenery will make you fascinated.

When walking on the streets of Tokyo and seeing the bustling crowds, I will always think of the nostalgic idol dramas. I always hope that Wan Zhi can change his mind and fall in love with the lonely Li Xiang again. Do you still remember that when Wan Zhi walked on the road with a haggard look on his face every morning when he went to work, he would always hear Li Xiang’s loud and clear call unexpectedly. At this time, Li Xiang’s bright smile seemed to make the whole world laugh. When you go to Tokyo, don’t forget to look for Rika! Maybe you will meet her on the street.

Impressions of Japan

Climate: Four distinct seasons, each with its own characteristics

Spring (March to May): After the cold winter, first there are bright peach blossoms, with The good news of spring coming to the earth is followed by the charming cherry blossoms, which decorate the fields and gardens in late March and early April, making it particularly pleasing to the eye.

Summer (June to August): When spring turns to summer, the rainy season comes one after another, lasting about three weeks. The farmers are busy cultivating and transplanting rice seedlings. The temperature is gradually rising and the humidity is also very high. There are many folk festivals in summer that the public can enjoy. Every beach and mountain resort area is crowded with men and women, making it extremely lively.

Autumn (September to November): There are more and more red leaves in the hills and fields, and the autumn colors are getting darker. Colorful chrysanthemums can be seen almost everywhere, especially in parks and parks. In autumn in Japan, the beautiful natural scenery, exhibitions, concerts, sports games, etc. are held, making all major cities and towns full of vitality.

Winter (December to February): The air in winter is cold and fresh, and it is even colder in the central and northern parts. Many skating and skiing places are open.

Food: Enjoy the different delicacies of the four seasons

Japan has distinct spring, summer, autumn and winter, and each season has its own delicacies. The characteristic of Japanese cuisine is to maximize the deliciousness of the food itself. Since the most seasonal ingredients are used according to each season, the ingredients used in the same dish will also change depending on the season, so you can enjoy the taste of each season.

Japanese Restaurants: This refers to Japanese restaurants, which have many grades. Some are where you can sit in front of the cooking counter and taste simpler Japanese home-cooked dishes, and the atmosphere is very relaxed, while some are very high-end and serve traditional authentic Japanese cuisine.

Izakaya (JapanesePub): You can taste a variety of alcoholic beverages and snacks, mainly Japanese food, at relatively affordable prices. Alcoholic beverages generally include Japanese sake, beer, etc. Recently, many stores have begun to serve wine.

Fast Food: In addition to burgers and fried chicken, there are also various Japanese fast food such as Japanese beef rice and curry rice. There are also fast food restaurants that offer cheaper sushi, tempura, and soba noodles.

Snack Bar (YataiStand): The snack bar provides a variety of snacks, including snacks, rice, wine, etc. Many of them are Japanese specialties, such as "Kurowa" (Japanese chowder, fried fish balls), grilled octopus, etc., which are delicious.

Transportation: Take the JR Line tram and go shopping like crazy

Japan’s national transportation network is centered on Tokyo, with tram lines and subway lines crisscrossing the city. Even if foreign tourists don’t understand Japanese, as long as they According to the convenient transportation instructions, cities such as Asakusa and Shinjuku are "accessible by car". There are four major shopping malls in Tokyo: Ginza, Shibuya, Shinjuku, and Ikebukuro. With Ginza as the core, the other three shopping centers each have their own characteristics. If you buy a JR Line train ticket, you can go on a crazy shopping trip.

Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, Nagoya, Yokohama, Kobe, Fukuoka, and Sapporo all have subway lines. The Yamanote Line Loop Tram in Tokyo and the Loop Tram in Osaka respectively go around the central areas of the two major cities and are extremely important urban means of transportation. This means of transportation is smooth, fast and cheap, and the fare depends on the distance of the trip. There is usually an automatic ticket vending machine at the entrance of the bus. The ticket must be kept so that it can be handed over to the ticket collector when you get off the bus and leave the station.

Shopping: There are amazing department stores throughout Tokyo

Among the major cities in Japan, there is no doubt that Tokyo can be called a shopping paradise. Ginza, Shinjuku, Shibuya, and Akihabara, which is famous for its low prices for electrical appliances, are all famous business districts. In addition, the underground shopping streets located in many major hotels and major stations have turned the entire Tokyo into an astonishingly large department store.

In Japan, not only do many foreign tourists spend most of their time shopping, locals are also keen on buying goods. People regard shopping in large department stores in big cities as a kind of entertainment and enjoyment. Therefore, department stores are racking their brains and doing everything possible to attract tourists. For example, setting up facilities to take care of children; distributing free food for tasting on the food floor; holding art exhibitions or live performances of domestic and foreign arts and crafts production, etc. When foreign tourists shop at recognized duty-free stores and the total purchase price exceeds 10,000 yuan, some varieties are exempt from consumption tax. However, since the consumption tax rate is extremely low, it is better to go to cheap stores in Shinjuku and Akihabara than to buy it at duty-free shops.

Accommodation: Tatami rooms are exquisite and unique

The tatami rooms in Japanese hotels are simple in layout and unique in style. There is no bedding during the day, and the waitress will prepare soft and comfortable bedding for the guests in the evening. Breakfast and dinner can also be delivered to the room. The equipment here is very complete and the service is very considerate. A 10% tax and a 10%-20% service charge will be added to the rent bill, so there is no need to tip.

Telephone service: Beautiful phone cards become souvenirs

Public phones are almost everywhere, which is very convenient. Yellow and green phones use 10 yen or 100 yen coins, while red phones only use 10 yen coins.

Green phones also accept calling cards. The local call fee is 10 yen per minute. When you hear the timer warning on the phone, please continue to insert coins immediately.

In Japan, it is very common to use phone cards to make calls to public phones. 1,000 yen can buy a card that can make 105 calls (10 yen each time). Currently, cards worth more than 1,000 yen are no longer available. It has become a souvenir as many cards have attractive designs printed on them.

Xinhuanet November 2, 2004