Ryukakusan Direct
Ryukakusan is a throat medicine that has been used for over 200 years in Japan to treat coughs, phlegm, and throat pain. The Ryukakusan brand is now releasing a new granule-type medication “Ryukakusan Direct Stick” and a lozenge-type medication “Ryukakusan Direct Lozenge.” The stick-type version comes in peach and mint flavors.
My throat often feels scratchy, so Ryukakusan is my go-to remedy!
Park Hyatt Tokyo
Park Hyatt Tokyo, located between the 39th and 52nd floor of the skyscraper “Shinjuku Park Tower” with an iconic triangular roof top, is fairly close to the Shinjuku Station and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building.
The decor is a bit dated, but the service is truly outstanding. There are staff who speak Chinese, and you can even see Mt. Fuji from the window!
Campana Rokkatei
A 24,000 square meter vineyard spread across a hill overlooking the Daisetsu Mountain Range. Campana Rokkatei is a store and café operated by the confectionery manufacturer Rokkatei, known for treats such as "Marusei Butter Sandwich" and "Choco Maron".
Had beef stew rice and then some mochi for dessert—absolutely fantastic!
LeTAO Otaru Main Store
Known for its "Fromage Double" cheesecake made from Hokkaido-produced fresh cream and carefully selected mascarpone cheese, this confectionery store in Otaru enjoys nationwide popularity. Located at the tourist-frequented Märchen Crossroads in Otaru, LeTAO Main Store opened in 1998. The store's name, meaning "Dear Tower of Otaru," is reflected in its impressive European-style exterior reminiscent of a large tower.
The cheesecake is so creamy and delicious! Loved it!
Kushida Shrine
This head shrine is said to have been built in the 8th century. Residents in Hakata call it “Okushida san.” Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival declares the arrival of summer to the City of Hakata in July, and is dedicated to this shrine.
I drank water from the 'Reisen Tsurusui Well' and hope it brings me good health!
Otsuka Museum of Art
The museum houses more than 1000 works, ranging from antiquity to the 20th century and collected from over 190 museums in 26 countries. The full-size faithful replicas were created using a special technology on ceramic plates. The paintings are reproduced onto ceramic plates which, the museum claims, will preserve their colors and shapes for as long as 2000 years. The museum particularly wishes, with its unique methods, to contribute to the recording and perseveration of the world’s valuable cultural heritage.
Even though they're not the originals, the full-size ceramic reproductions are amazing. It's definitely a must-visit spot for art lovers!
Osaki Hachimangu Shrine
Osaki Hachimangu Shrine was relocated to the northwest (the position of dog and boar) by the order of Date Masamune at the time of the construction of Sendai Castle. Since then, the shrine has been revered as the general guardian of Sendai, especially as a guardian deity for those born in the year of the dog or the year of the boar.
There were so many people visiting the shrine during this period that I couldn't really take a good look around. What a pity!
Kirin Beer Sendai Brewery
This beer brewery opened in 1923 has the longest history in the Tohoku Region. You can tour around how their major product “Kirin Ichiban draft beer” is made, and have a taste at the end.
If you like Kirin Beer, you should check this place out. After the tour, you even get to enjoy some beer—so good!
Chuson-ji Temple
Chuson-ji Temple, founded in 850 AD, owns over 3,000 national treasures and important cultural properties and is also registered as a World Heritage site. This temple was built to transmit the powerful wish to comfort the spirits of those killed in the Tohoku War, no matter which side they were on.
Visiting this World Heritage temple and seeing so many precious artifacts was totally worth it!
Jodogahama Beach
"Jodogahama" is a rock inlet facing the Sanriku coast, a representative scenic spot of Japan. Around 1680, the name is said to have originated when Reikyo, a Buddhist monk, upon seeing its white rock beach, beautifully clear sea, and otherworldly complex terrain, exclaimed that it was reminiscent of the "Pure Land Paradise".
Absolutely stunning! There's a mysterious and tranquil vibe here.