Tokyo Disneyland
Known and loved as the “kingdom of dreams and magic”, this full-scale themepark is just a 15 min. train ride from Tokyo Station.
You really need teamwork to get through the lines at Tokyo Disneyland, otherwise it's so crowded you might not get to try much. But kids just love it! The shows and parades are super energetic, and all the staff are so cheerful and friendly. The whole place feels so happy!
Mukaitaki
This hot spring inn is well-known in Aizu-Wakamatsu’s backroom, Higashiyama Onsen. In Edo Period, Aizu Domain used this Kitsune-yu as its designated resort, which was later sold and opened as a hot spring inn in 1873.
After soaking in the hot spring, I enjoyed some local Aizu cuisine. It was so relaxing and such a treat!
Akiusha Restaurant
Akiusha sits inside a renovated kominka-style house built 160 years ago. From the building itself to its traditions, culture, furnishings and more, this spot is bent on treasuring its ever-growing “vintage” feel over the years, which lends to its growing popularity as a tourist stop around Akiu Onsen.
I love the nostalgic and retro vibe here!
Tokyo Character Street
Tokyo Character Street is located in a corner of "First Avenue Tokyo Station", a commercial facility directly connected to Tokyo Station. Located just outside the "Yaesu Underground Central Exit ticket gate", the street is home to a collection of character stores featuring the popular domestic and international characters such as "Pokémon," "Crayon Shin-chan," "Pretty Cure," "Sumikkogurashi," and more. Some items are only available at "Tokyo Character Street", making it an irresistible space for anime and manga enthusiasts.
My little sister loves Crayon Shin-chan, and she was so happy to find her favorite stationery here!
Saru Kani Gassen
This furikake is made with the luxe, high-quality flavor of seasoned nori that could only come from a nori merchant. If you sprinkle it on to white rice, you won’t need any side dishes to enjoy your rice.
Adding this to grilled rice balls makes them taste absolutely amazing.
Yomiuriland
Yomiuriland is the historic, representative amusement park of Tokyo that is located in the area spanning across Inagi, Tokyo and Kawasaki, Kanagawa.
It's really close from Shinjuku, and the amusement park has a light show at night. The trees and rides are beautifully decorated, so even if you come in the afternoon and stay until evening, you won't feel rushed. The atmosphere is fantastic!
Kappabashi Dougu Street®
Kappabashi Dougu Street is a shopping district between Tokyo’s Asakusa and Ueno areas that extends around 800 meters from north to south. It is an interesting shopping district, where around 160 shops all related to food items all gather, selling the obvious items like cooking utensils and tableware, as well as other things like restaurant signboards.
I'm a huge fan of Japanese bowls and teaware, and there were so many options here! Because of my luggage limit, I only picked up a small tea set. I hope that when I use it back home, it'll remind me of my trip!
Sapporo Nijo Fish Market
"Sapporo Nijo Fish Market" is said to have been established in the early Meiji period (1868-1912) when fishermen from Ishikari Beach started selling fresh fish. Today, the market is home to not only fresh fish stores but also fruit and vegetable stores, taverns, etc., and is loved not only by tourists but also by locals as the kitchen of Sapporo citizens.
You can totally enjoy super fresh and affordable seafood dishes here. There are so many varieties—some I've never even seen in Taiwan!
Odakyu Hotel Century Southern Tower
This convenient high-rise hotel is located close to the station, just a 3-minute walk from the south exit of Shinjuku Station.
I stayed at this hotel during my solo trip and found it incredibly convenient. Shopping and supermarkets are all close by, and being near the station made it easy to get to my next destination!
Mohri Garden
The Mohri Garden in Roppongi Hills is an oasis in the city, a place to relax amidst the hustle and bustle of glamorous tourist spots. The Mohri Garden has its roots in the upper residence of the Mohri family, the lords of Chofu Domain, built during the Edo period. In the Meiji period, it became the residence of Rokuichiro Masushima, the founder of Chuo University, after World War II it was the Tokyo factory of Nikka Whisky, and then it was acquired by TV Asahi. In 2003, it was developed into its current form when Roppongi Hills opened.
I really love Japanese gardens because they're filled with ponds, waterfalls, streams, rivers, and lots of trees at different heights.
I was surprised to find such a beautiful garden in this upscale area—absolutely fantastic!