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Architecture in Tokyo has largely been shaped by Tokyo's history. Twice in recent history has the metropolis been left in ruins. Because of this, Tokyo's current urban landscape is one of modern and contemporary architecture, and older buildings are scarce.

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Tokyo covers an area of 747.6 sq. miles (2187 sq. Km) and is estimated to have a population of 12.8 million people being a major global city and megacity. It is the capital of Japan, one of the largest cities in the world and an important travel destination.

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Aux Amis Tokyo

This small, tony restaurant specializing in creative French cuisine is one of several on the top two floors of the newly remodeled Marunouchi Building (called Maru Biru by locals), located on the Marunouchi (west) side of Tokyo Station. Sweeping views make it a dining hot spot (reserve one of the few coveted window seats), as do an extensive wine list and a changing French/Japanese menu that might include such entrees as roast lamb with herbes de Provence, pork filet in a red-wine sauce, or fish of the day. It’s also a great spot for lunch, but note that the rather bare dining room fails to absorb the constant chatter of this popular venue. Other restaurants on the two floors serve shabu-shabu, sushi, tempura, and kaiseki, as well as Italian, Thai, French, and Chinese cuisines. There are many more inexpensive eateries in the basement.



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