Tokyo has always been the epicenter of innovation, particularly since the 1960s. For travelers, it's the mecca of all things technological, with entire neighborhoods devoted to satisfying every whim. Robotics, artificial intelligence, electronics, and many more fields owe a great deal to this city's rich history of groundbreaking discoveries and inventions, propelling them to technological development. Visitors to Japan also like exploring common uses of technology, such as their high-tech subway system, vending machines for everything, and innovative use of lights and screens.
So, if you're a tech-savvy student looking to venture abroad, there's no better place to go. The Nanostructured Materials: Synthesis, Modeling, and Energy & Biomedical Applications Study Tour is an excellent opportunity for students studying in Tokyo to gain exposure to a place that challenges their perceptions of what is possible and motivates them to think creatively.
Here's our list of the most significant Japanese tech destinations and experiences to organize your trip.
Pasona 02: Underground Farm
Urban areas like Tokyo make large-scale farming seem impossible. Sure enough, the Pasona 02 Underground Farm aims to accomplish that. Subterranean gardens in Tokyo use hydroponics, regulated temperatures, and artificial lighting to grow over a hundred different types of crops. A tour of the farm provides an insight into potential solutions to tomorrow's significant global challenges.
Yodobashi Akiba Electronic Department Store
Known for stocking every imaginable electronic device, this Akihabara department store spans nine stories. Yodobashi Akiba sells everything from printer components to kitchen gadgets, the newest iPhone, and numerous types of electric devices. Make your way to the upper floor and whack some balls on their rooftop driving range.
Sony Explora Science
For many years, Sony has been a household name in Tokyo regarding technology. The Sony ExploraScience museum has opened its temporary doors to highlight some of the company's innovations and give people of all ages a place to play and learn. The interactive exhibits in this large room utilize interesting ways to highlight Sony's research into sound and light concepts. What visitors learn about here will find its way into the everyday devices of the future. In addition, the museum hosts regular events and seminars.
Miraikan - the Future Museum
Miraikan offers a hands-on opportunity to learn about the scientific and technological achievements that have made Tokyo a global leader for a long time. Situated on the human-made island of Odaiba in Tokyo Bay, it showcases interactive displays brimming with robotics, dystopian futures, and astounding innovations in human-engineering. Sprawling across an expansive complex, this is Japan's foremost science museum. It showcases a model of the International Space Station, an exhibit devoted to robotics, a Dome Theatre that shows 3D movies, and the Science Workshop, which offers numerous interactive activities suitable for children.
When you're ready to discover more of Tokyo's fantastic technology features, schedule a consultation with an SAF counselor.
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