Beware of bars in the Kabukicho and Golden Gai area. Some bars and nightclubs in this area engage in a scam known as "bottakuri," in which customers are surprised with bills much higher than the initially agreed-upon amount.
In a typical case, the unfair charge is almost always accompanied by intimidation, threats, and even physical violence. If someone approaches you on the street and insists on entering a bar, don't go. That's where the danger lies.
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Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
Shinjuku-ku, Japan
Alessandra
On a trip, no one usually plans to visit a government building, right? But the Tokyo Government Building deserves to be on your itinerary. The Government Building is one of the city's coolest free attractions — and offers one of the best views of Tokyo. It's located in Shinjuku and has several interesting things to do: 1. There are two observatories in the north and south towers with free admission. The building is the fifth tallest in the city, offering a very cool view. 2. There's a cafe and souvenir shops. 3. The architecture and design resemble a modern cathedral. 4. Every night, there's the Tokyo Night & Light light show, the world's largest permanent projection mapping display on a building. It's wonderful and free.
