It was my first time riding a hot air balloon, so I was a bit nervous at first.
But it actually felt really stable.
Seeing the Tokachi Plain from the sky was honestly super spectacular.
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This Starbucks has a simple design with a nice Japanese touch.
Sitting on the terrace and looking out over the park feels really relaxing.
They’ve got a pretty good selection of drinks and desserts, and it feels especially great to come here during cherry blossom season. -
The nighttime parade hits way harder than the daytime one.
As the illuminated floats go by, the whole park turns colorful and dreamy.
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Kappabashi Dougu Street is super fun to walk around.
It’s a famous kitchenware street in Tokyo, with all kinds of tableware, baking tools, knives, and even realistic fake food displays.
It feels like a treasure street when you browse around.
Even if you’re just checking out the unique kitchen tools, it’s really interesting. -
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This place mainly showcases ancient haniwa (clay figures) and kofun culture. Even though it's not very big, there's a lot to see. There are all kinds of unique haniwa—people, horses, houses—they look cute and have a real sense of history. 😄
There are some interactive areas and models inside, and the explanations are pretty clear. If you're into history or archaeology, you'll probably find it really fun. The kofun park outside is nice for a walk, too—it's peaceful and great for taking photos. 📸
Overall, it's a small museum and there aren't a ton of exhibits, so 30 to 60 minutes is enough. But if you're in the Narita or Shibayama area, it's definitely worth stopping by! -
This used to be the world's longest suspension bridge. It's really impressive and super high—looking down feels like you're 40 or 50 stories up.
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One of Japan's top 100 castles. It's really unfortunate that it was damaged by the earthquake. I hope it gets fully restored soon.
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Yufuin is one of the most popular tourist spots in Kyushu, and Kinrin Lake is right there. The whole area is really scenic and it's one of my personal favorites.
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Besides the fun of picking tea leaves, you can also try all kinds of tea-based cakes, candies, and ice cream. Lots of visitors from Europe and America—such a great experience!
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This charming little station is full of retro vibes and history. Riding the SL steam locomotive really feels like stepping back into the Showa era.
