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Hakone Sightseeing Cruise

A sightseeing ship that operates on Lake Ashinoko, a scenic spot in Hakone. The three ships, Royale II, Victory, and Queen Ashinoko, are characterized by their colorful and luxurious decorations. Each of them has a capacity of about 500 passengers and takes 25 to 35 minutes each way between Togendai Port, Hakone-machi Port, and Moto-Hakone Port. On a sunny day, the open deck is a great place to enjoy the scenery. Enjoy the pleasant breeze and the seasonal views of nature and mountains.

Hakone
Ships

22 Sep 2021 See More

I got lucky with the weather on this trip. It was a beautiful day!

Kobe Kitano Ijinkan (Former Foreign Residences)

When the port of Kobe opened in 1868, the "Kobe Kitano Ijin-gai (foreign city)" developed as a land of foreign settlement. Located on a hill overlooking the ocean, the town has a unique mix of Western and Japanese style buildings. About 30 Western-style buildings have been preserved in their original state, and 16 are open to the public.

Kobe
Famous Places

21 Sep 2021 See More

It’s all hilly roads and slopes here. I wore shoes that aren’t great for walking, so it was pretty tough to get around.

One-Day Zen Experience at Mt. Tenshin Shinsho-ji Temple

Mt. Tenshin Shinsho-ji Temple, founded in 1965, is a temple of the Kennin-ji sect of Rinzai Buddhism. The temple grounds, which include the Tahoto Pagoda, Mumyo-in Temple, and the International Zen Center, are known as the “Zen Museum and Gardens,” a place to experience the world of Zen that is attracting attention from both inside and outside Japan.

Hiroshima
Experiences Facilities

4 Mar 2021 See More

The combination of a Japanese garden and art museum creates a truly unique atmosphere. The meal—simple udon with a few small side dishes—looks plain but is surprisingly satisfying. A wonderful and rare experience.

Katsushika Shibamata Tora-san Museum

Katsushika Shibamata Tora-san Museum is a popular spot located within Shibamata Park about three minutes on foot past Shibamata Taishakuten.

Kita-Senju, Katsushika
Museums

4 Nov 2020 See More

Even though I didn't really know the story, the videos and model displays helped me get a sense of what life was like for ordinary people back then.

Ginza Matsuzaki Senbei Main Shop

A long-standing Senbei (a type of Japanese cracker) shop, founded in 1804. The “Oedo Matsuzaki Sanmido” Kawara Senbei, representing the Matsuzaki Senbei, has a smooth surface on which a craftsman will carefully paint a seasonal motif with syrup, one by one. It uses plenty of eggs, and the light sweetness with a crispy pleasant texture is loved by a wide range of customers.

Ginza, Yurakucho
Sweets Shop & Desserts Shop

3 Nov 2020 See More

Besides the senbei, their yokan is pretty good too.

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