Reminder: Tokyo reader meetup tonight, October 4th!
However, we do have to warn those considering coming: space is tight, and due to the overwhelming response we've had we may not be able to guarantee everyone's admission -- our apologies in advance!
Tonight's event is ALL AGES and FREE ADMISSION. We'll also be serving food and bevs.
If you're Nihongo-inclined, please check Engadget Japanese for more information.
English directions (thanks Umijin!)
- Exit the JR Shibuya station from the "minami" or South exit.
- Cross the expressway with one of the stairway overpasses. Look for the mammoth building, as above.
- If you get lost, just ask anyone where Cerulean Tower is -- also, check out the Tower's English site.
- Remember, you want the business entrance to the 7th floor, not the hotel entrance!
We'd also like to thank our host in Tokyo, Google Japan! [Image by NGU]Setup video after the break!
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
DickHardknocks @ Oct 3rd 2007 10:17PM
that picture brings back memories of my stay in Shinjuku Ku, Tokyo. Unfortunately I won't be back there till next year when I go to Beijing for the Olympics and stay in Tokyo before I return to the States.
I wish I could hook up with you guys.
It would be worth it just to experience the clean air; women that bow down to me; great food; and sexy nightlife.
umijin @ Oct 3rd 2007 10:40PM
You still don't give any directions/map in English.
For those that can't handle Japanese, this is in Shibuya. Get to Shibuya station and leave from the "minami" or South exit. Cross the big street with one of the stairway overpasses.
The Cerulean Tower is a huge hotel. They do have an English website. Surely you can get directions or a finger pointing if you ask, as it's well-known.
DickHardknocks @ Oct 3rd 2007 10:44PM
How far is the Tower from SHINJUKU STATION?
Is it nearer to the Municipal building?
umijin @ Oct 3rd 2007 10:48PM
Dude, I dunno about the municipal building but you can estimate distance from the Google map. Zoom up. And the tower should stand out quite a bit.
If you come out the wrong exit (Hachiko exit), go to the poice box and ask directions. They are very helpful.
barnz2k @ Oct 3rd 2007 11:39PM
Sigh. I only left 3 weeks ago (after 9 months) so i miss out.
fyi its the exit with all the buses and the crossing bridge.
DH - from shinjuku just get yamanote to SHIBUYA
Arno @ Oct 3rd 2007 11:44PM
Maps bring back good memories for myself as well. I can't wait to finally make my move there in the next year.
CobraRob @ Oct 4th 2007 1:11AM
Cry...hahah
damn I am not taking Shinkansen up there till tomorrow night..
drebes @ Oct 4th 2007 9:34AM
Tanoshikatta.
Samson @ Oct 4th 2007 10:14AM
Turned up at about 10 past, people at the front stopped me, asked me if I had "registered", and then I got turned down. It did look pretty crowded in there.
Didn't see anything about "registering" and it's never cool to turn up and get turned down like that. Oh well. I guess I underestimated how popular engadget is.
Carl @ Oct 4th 2007 11:08AM
I turned up at 6, and when I heard them finally opening the doors at 7 I looked and saw a big list of names. Not sure what that was about, but I really enjoyed the meet, was great finally getting to one after 3 years of keeping up with you guys, great to see Ryan, and all sorts of nifty gadgets of course, I'll add my pics to the engadget pool, but I have more at http://flickr.com/photos/carlherbst89/ .