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Tokyo is the capital of Japan and the core of the most populated urban area in the world. The huge, wealthy and fascinating metropolis brings high-tech visions of the future side by side with glimpses of the old Japan, and has something for everyone. Tokyo is vast: it's best thought of not as a single city, but a constellation of cities that have grown together. Tokyo's districts vary wildly by character, from the electronic blare of Akihabara to the Imperial gardens and shrines of Chiyoda, from the hyperactive youth culture Mecca of Shibuya to the pottery shops and temple markets of Asakusa. Tokyo is one of Japan's forty-seven prefectures. It is situated near the eastern section of the Honshu main island. It is not only the most populous metro area in the world with 35-39 million people, it also has the largest metro economy in the world at $US 1.479 trillion. Matter of fact, Tokyo is regarded as one of the three of the world economy's "command centers", following New York City and London. Other names and ranks for Tokyo are "Alpha World City"; the fourth "Global City"; the "Most Expensive City in the World"; the "Most Livable Megalopolis in the World"; and the third "Most Liveable City". Being the largest city and the capital of Japan, it houses numerous luxury and cheap Tokyo hotels. Tokyo was formerly called "Edo". From a small castle town during the 16th century, it has evolved into the political center of Japan, particularly at the time of Tokugawa Ieyasu's feudal government. It was in the year 1868 when the name changed from "Kyototo Edo" to "Tokyo" meaning "Eastern Capital". Cheap Tokyo Hotels Tokyo has a wide range of accommodations. It would range from Japanese style inns or "ryokans" and Japanese style tourist homes or "minshuku" to youth hostels or YH. These accommodations vary from luxury 5-star rated hotels to budget economical hotels. Whatever budget you have, there is a lodging facility that can compliment it. Most of the luxury and cheap Tokyo hotels are located near sightseeing and shopping districts. They are also in close proximity to the Haneda and Narita Airports. Moreover, you don't need to work about food because most accommodations include dinner and breakfast servings already. There are also minshukus and ryokans that offer hot spring baths. For youth hostels, Tokyo has nine locations for these. They are actually the more in demand lodging facility for those on a tight budget. Tourists frequent them because of their comfortable and clean rooms. bAkpAk Tokyo Hostel This cheap hotel in Tokyo offers a funky and friendly environment. Many backpackers love this place because of the friendly caring hosts that can cater to all your vacation needs. The hotel features safe, comfortable and affordable accommodations. Aizuya Inn Tokyo This is one of the practical and cheap Tokyo hotels you can find. It offers a heaven of tranquility near Narita, Ginza, Shinjuku, Yokohama and Roppongi. For a starting nightly rate of $32, guests feel that they're "home away from home" in this inn.
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