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Hakodate Yunokawa Onsen Umi to Akari/ Hewitt Resort

Located in Yunokawa Onsen-one of Hokkaido’s three major hot spring resorts-this seaside retreat offers a luxurious stay overlooking the Tsugaru Strait. The highlight is the rooftop infinity open-air bath, where the horizon blends seamlessly with the sea and sky. At night, guests can enjoy the enchanting view of the moon and the glowing lights of fishing boats that inspired the hotel’s name, “Umi to Akari” (Sea and Light). Watching the moonlight shimmer on the water while sipping local Hakodate sake is an unforgettable experience.

Hakodate and Matsumae
Hotels

27 Jan 2026 See More

If you want a more comfortable stay and also want to soak in an onsen while looking out at the ocean, this place is a solid choice.

Kyobashi Edogrand

Here is a shopping and business facility composed of two modern buildings attached to Meidi-ya Kyobashi, a historical structure seen as the symbol of Kyobashi. This skyscraper is also known for boasting top class earthquake resistance in Japan.

Tokyo Station, Nihonbashi, Marunouchi
Commercial Buildings

28 Dec 2025 See More

The mall has plenty of dining options, from coffee and desserts to wagyu BBQ, so it’s very convenient for meals.

It’s close to the subway and Tokyo Station, so it’s a nice place to take a break, recharge, or just wander around a bit.

Michi-no-Eki Kishu Binchotan Memorial Park

This eclectic roadside stop stays true to strong heat and long-burn local culture of charcoal from its perch in Akitsugawa, the birthplace of Kishu Binchotan charcoal located in Tanabe City, Wakayama. Use this one-stop shop as a café, complete with one-of-a-kind dishes such as Binchotan Ramen and Binchotan Coffee, or head to the all-weather, roofed barbecue area where you can fire up for private charcoal grilling.

Wakayama
Stations & Roadside Stations & Tourist Information Centers

4 Sep 2025 See More

They have Binchotan charcoal soft serve here! It tastes a bit like brown sugar, and the added cookie gives it a nice texture. Pretty unique experience.

Aoi Aso Shrine

Look to Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture to find a remarkably ancient shrine founded in the first year of Daido (806). Many locals revere this site as the main guardian over the Hitoyoshi-Kuma region and endearingly refer to it as “Aoi-san". The main hall, corridors, offering hall, worship hall, and gate were constructed between 1610 and 1613 during the Keicho era and keep the esteemed designation of National Treasure. Even in Japan, it’s an architectural rarity for all buildings on the shrine grounds to remain from the same building period.

Kumamoto
Shrines & Temples

28 Jul 2025 See More

No entrance fee, so you can visit and pray freely. It's good for a quick stop or a leisurely stroll. There aren't many types of omamori, but they're all pretty well-made—perfect for gifts.

Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine

A shrine famous on social media as a “Spiritual Place” and a “Gateway to another world”. This shrine worships Izanagi-no-Mikoto, Izanami-no-Mikoto, and Iwagimitai-Shogun as its deities. It is known by locals as “Gongen-San”. On the temple grounds, there is the “Nagi” for good luck in marriage and “Ugeto-Iwa” (Ugeto Stone) which is good for passing tests and winning things.

Kumamoto
Shrines & Temples

1 Jul 2025 See More

The moment I walked through the torii gate, it really felt like stepping into a mysterious world. The stone lanterns lining the stairs looked just like a scene from a Studio Ghibli movie.

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