Lightning Scores A Direct Hit On Tokyo Train

Tokyo Desu reported:

A lightning bolt struck one of Odakyu’s above ground trains in Tokyo yesterday, cutting the train’s power and causing delays. 

Thankfully no one was hurt, but the uncanny accuracy of the lightning bolt – which was clearly some kind of warning shot from God – indicates the damage could have been far greater.

The strike occurs at the 1:20 mark.

To read more, go here. 

Ten Tips To Get The Most Out Of Your Skytree Visit

Above, the Tokyo Skytree and the Asahi Beer Hall in December 2010.  Photo by Armand Vaquer.

If you are planning a trip to Tokyo, Japan and plan on a visit to the new Tokyo Skytree, Tokyo Desu has ten tips that will help you to get the most out of your Skytree visit.

You may want to save the link or print out the tips and bring them with you.

To see the ten tips, go here.