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Tokyo City Guide
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Tokyo City Guide

Nov 1, 2005
1h 0m
★ 7.0

Overview

Tokyo is a fascinating city of extremes, blending the old traditions with visions of the future and an extraordinary pace of life. A shock of skyscrapers and neon, it's a gleaming example of Japan's post World War II success. Traveller Ian Wright begins his stay by experiencing the spiritual side of Tokyo at the peace loving Senso-ji temple. After a gentle introduction he throws himself into the pace of the city and discovers some incredible technology and fashion! He then heads to Mount Fuji for a crowded climb to the summit, before ending his trip experiencing the infamous Tokyo nightlife.

Genres

Documentary

Production Companies

Pilot Productions

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Cast

Ian Wright

Himself

Ian Wright