Rainbow Bridge | Review by 一個漸漸喜歡上慢旅的人

The Tokyo Bay Shiomi Prince Hotel, where I stayed on this trip to Tokyo, was impressive. It’s in an excellent location, with a quick train ride from Tokyo Station and an easy walk of about five minutes from Shiomi Station.

As soon as I entered the lobby, I was greeted by a light, relaxing essential oil fragrance, along with plenty of artwork and stylish decor that created a wonderful atmosphere. The guest room was warm and comfortable, making it easy to unwind after a long day. Best of all, the hotel has a spacious and comfortable public bath where you can soak and enjoy a relaxing time. Breakfast the next morning was also varied and delicious, with everything from main dishes to delicate small bites leaving me satisfied. Overall, it was a wonderful, perfect stay that made me want to come back again.

This time, I specifically planned to see Tokyo from the water and experience its unique character from a completely different perspective. The clouds were a little thick and the weather was overcast on the day of the cruise, but as the ship slowly approached the unusually shaped Tokyo Gate Bridge, I still couldn’t help taking a closer look.

From a distance, the bridge’s distinctive streamlined appearance really looks like two enormous dinosaurs facing each other across the water, both impressive and slightly cute. Enjoying a delicious meal onboard while looking up from the water at this modern landmark, which resembles a giant beast, offered a very fresh perspective. Although there were no blue skies or white clouds, this rare experience of seeing Tokyo from the water and getting a close look at its distinctive bridge was still full of fun and surprises.

For this trip to Tokyo, I specifically arranged a special dinner cruise aboard the Symphony in Tokyo Bay so I could enjoy Tokyo’s captivating scenery from a different perspective on the water. Unfortunately, it happened to be cloudy that day, so I didn’t get to see a beautiful sunset, but after experiencing it, I still felt it was very worthwhile.

Sitting in the comfortable, elegant cabin and enjoying a refined dinner while watching Tokyo’s glittering waterfront cityscape and famous landmarks slowly recede through the large windows created an especially warm and relaxing atmosphere. After dinner, I went out on deck and felt the slightly cool sea breeze while taking in the illuminated city skyline in the distance, which had its own distinctive sense of romance. This dining experience on the water offered a temporary escape from the noise and bustle of the city. Even without the sunset, it was still a thoroughly enjoyable and beautiful memory worth treasuring.