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Ibe Townscape

A town famous as a production area for Bizen ware, counted among Japan’s Six Ancient Kilns. Around JR Ibe Station, traditional kilns, workshops, and galleries lined with pottery pieces are clustered together, making it fun to stroll around the town.

Okayama
Tourist Attractions

20 Jan 2026 See More

Overall, it was a pretty nice place. The environment is comfortable, the pace feels relaxed, and it’s nice to wander around without feeling rushed. It’s not the kind of spot that makes you go wow right away, but the more closely you look, the more charm it has.

It doesn’t get overwhelmingly crowded, so it’s just right for photos and a walk. A great place to fit into the middle of an itinerary as a relaxing break.

GRANSTA TOKYO

GRANSTA TOKYO is JR East’s largest train station mall. The huge open space with the sign “SQUARE ZERO” hosts select sweets shops, cafes, restaurants and general stores, which looks like a town itself.

Tokyo Station, Nihonbashi, Marunouchi
Commercial Buildings

29 Dec 2025 See More

Walking in feels like a mini shopping town.

They’ve got bento from all over Japan, desserts, coffee, and lots of little specialty shops.

It does get pretty crowded, so if you want to browse slowly, make sure to leave yourself some extra time.

JR Tokai Food Service Co., Ltd. “Piyorin”

This adorable chick-shaped sweet is made using eggs from Nagoya Cochin, Aichi Prefecture’s prized brand of chicken. A rich custard pudding made with Nagoya Cochin eggs is wrapped in a fragrant vanilla bavarois, then coated with finely crumbled sponge cake to create its fluffy texture and signature chick shape. Each one is decorated by hand-from the wings and beak to the tiny comb-giving every Piyorin its own unique expression.

Nagoya
Snacks

6 Dec 2025 See More

The little chick shape is so cute—perfect for photos! The dessert itself is super soft and fluffy, like pudding with fresh cream. The texture is really smooth, and it's on the sweeter side, but not in an overwhelming way. Overall, it's a safe choice if you love adorable desserts.

Oyunuma Pond (Niseko Yumoto Onsen)

Oyunuma is a dramatic hot spring pond located along the scenic Panorama Line that runs between Iwanai and Niseko towns. This geothermal feature was formed by a combination of rainfall, inflow from the Yunokawa (Yusanbetsu River), and the continuous release of high-temperature sulfur gases and thermal steam from beneath the pond.

Otaru and Niseko
Nature Spots

11 Nov 2025 See More

This place is super unique! The whole pond is steaming, and there's a strong sulfur smell, but it really gives off that hot spring vibe. It honestly feels like watching a giant natural pot boiling water, lol. There are trails around the area, and when I visited in winter, the steam with the snowy scenery was just beautiful. The smell can be a bit intense though, so I wouldn't recommend staying too long. Overall, it's a really impressive natural spot. If you're into geothermal landscapes, you'll definitely think it's cool.

AEON MALL Okinawa Rycom

Opened in 2015, this is one of the largest shopping malls in Okinawa Prefecture. The five-story complex houses around 220 shops, including fashion, lifestyle goods, gourmet food, and entertainment facilities. Based on the concept of an “Okinawa Resort Mall,” the mall is filled with attractions and events that let visitors fully experience Okinawa through shopping and dining.

Yomitan, Chatan, Okinawa City, Uruma, Kitanakagusuku, Urasoe
Commercial Buildings

28 Apr 2025 See More

There's a supermarket inside, and it's a fantastic place to shop! So many Okinawa-exclusive products and tons of local specialty foods.

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