According to legend, two brothers kept trying to return a statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy, to the Sumida River only to have it returned to them the next day. This temple located in Tokyo's Asakusa district was built to honor her.

This popular Tokyo neighborhood is home to many shops and restaurants as well as the famed Senso-ji Temple.

Two, large gates frame the entrance to this Shinto shrine that was dedicated to Emperor and Empress Meiji. Completed in 1920, repairs were required after the shrine was damaged during World War II.

This fascinating museum displays artifacts and architecture that tell a tale of Tokyo's history. Exhibits include replicas of an ancient Kabuki theatre and the original Edo Castle.

Traditional Japanese Kabuki performances can be seen at this refurbished theater in the Ginza district.

This sprawling complex of hotels, restaurants, shops, museums and movie theaters is the new cultural heart of Tokyo.

These beautiful gardens are located outside of the Imperial Palace. Access to the gardens is open to the public although the palace itself is off limits.

Every electronic gadget imaginable can be found in the stores of this hi-tech, neon-lit neighborhood. The Sony Plaza is one of the most popular shopping destinations in the district.

Area of high-end boutiques.

This popular park is located next to Tokyo Bay and contains one of the most beautiful gardens in the city.

This large park is a favorite destination of Tokyo residents, and within can be found many of the city's main attractions including the Tokyo National Museum, Ueno zoo and the National Museum of Western Art.

This large neighborhood is home to many stores and restaurants and is a favorite destination for the youth of Tokyo.

Shinjuku Station is the center of this large district home to many clubs, stores, restaurants and massage parlors. Many of Tokyo's tallest buildings are located in the business section of the neighborhood.