The Yurikamome Line is a modern light rail that travels over the Rainbow Bridge in Tokyo Bay, connecting the man-made island of Odaiba to Tokyo. The elevated tracks offer excellent views in all directions. Tip for fellow travelers: the cars tend to be crowded with joyriders. A better idea would have been to ride from Toyosu to Shinbashi for a less crowded experience.)
One evening, we visited Roppongi Hills (and nearby areas) to enjoy the holiday illuminations. Keyakizaka Street is lined with trees lit with blue lights, and Tokyo Tower stands in the distance. A particular crosswalk makes for a perfect photo. I was especially captivated by the brilliantly bright, jewel-like lights on the trees in the courtyard. Where can one acquire some of those LEDs?!
Joy riding on the Yurikamome Line with the Rainbow Bridge in the distance.
Crossing the Rainbow Bridge.
Odaiba Skyline
We move to the front of the first car to get a better view of Odaiba.
Short video taken from the front of the first car.
Ourselfies at Roppongi.
Roppongi Hills Illumination Crosswalk view to Clocktower.
Roppongi Hills Holiday Illumination (with Giant Spider at Right - 1st below)
Tokyo Midtown Holiday Illumination - A Short Walk from Roppongi.
Sun-Ling and John have been traveling the earth since 2008 while blogging, eating vegetarian and vegan, and riding public transportation. We love uphill day hikes, 20th-century architecture, Roman ruins, all bodies of water, local markets, shopping for groceries, aqueducts, miradors, trip planning, blablacar, and more.
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I love all the holidays lights. Liz
These lights are so magnificent! Loving these holiday pictures
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