Keihan Keishin Line
Operated by Keihan Electric Railway, the Keishin Line connects Kyoto and Otsu, running between Misasagi Station in Kyoto City and Biwako-Hamaotsu Station in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture.
The Keishin Line isn’t long, but riding it really feels like an experience—kind of a unique mix of a streetcar, a mountain line, and a subway all in one.
Kumamoto City Tram
Operated by the Kumamoto City Transportation Bureau, this streetcar system has long been a familiar form of public transport connecting the city center with key areas. It consists of two lines-the A Line and B Line-covering a wide range of destinations including the area around Kumamoto Castle, downtown shopping districts, Suizenji, and residential neighborhoods. For visitors, it’s an easy-to-understand and convenient way to get around the city.
Riding the city tram and watching the streets go by really gives you that slow-living vibe.
It can get a bit crowded during rush hour though, so be ready for that.
GRANSTA MARUNOUCHI
When you come out of Tokyo Station’s Marunouchi underground exit, you will be in the GRANSTA MARUNOUCHI mall. From Marunouchi’s underground north exit to the south exit, general stores, grocery stores, cafes and restaurants are lined up.
It's not just about food—the dessert gift boxes are a real highlight. This place is a paradise for Tokyo souvenirs!
Don Quijote Shinjuku Kabukicho Store
Don Quijote Shinjuku Kabukicho Store is the discount shop drawing shoppers from near and wide for its whopping selection and unbeatable prices. Sat at the entrance of Kabukicho, Japan’s largest entertainment district, the store is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year so you can easily pop in for shopping whether on your way during the day or night.
The tax-free service for foreigners is really convenient, and there are staff who speak Chinese to help out right on site.
Japanese Cuisine Mimatsu-Honten
Japanese Cuisine Mimatsu-Honten is a hidden gem that retains its nostalgic atmosphere in the Fuchu Station area, which is lined with large commercial facilities. The restaurant is a long-established business that offers a reliable taste and hospitality at reasonable prices, and local customers have come to trust that "you can't go wrong at Mimatsu-Honten.”
The sushi chefs make the sushi right in front of you. Watching them work is so soothing.
CHIN JUKAN POTTERY Café
"Satsuma ware," a type of pottery highly valued as an export item representing Japan since ancient times due to its simple yet delicate craftsmanship. Collaborating with "Landscape Products," a team aiming for innovative creations, the kiln "Chin Jukan kiln" presents the works of the pottery brand "CHIN JUKAN POTTERY" in this gallery and café.
The moment you walk in, you get this quiet, upscale vibe—like stepping into a slower world. The whole atmosphere has a real "artisan aesthetic," but it doesn't feel intimidating at all.
TOPPIN
This chic and elegant restaurant is gently illuminated by downlights. Carefully selected ingredients, like rare Iga beef and grass-fed beef are grilled for you on a 6-meter-15-centimeter teppan grill.
The atmosphere here is really nice. The lunch set was filling and totally worth the price.
Sensoji Temple
This iconic destination in Asakusa sees as many as 30 million visitors each year. It stands as a well-loved mainstay in Tokyo, all while hosting a number of annual traditions like the first temple visit at New Years, Setsubun and more across the year.
Sensoji Temple has a long history and is always bustling with worshippers. Its popularity has really helped the surrounding area thrive.
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium
“Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium” is a popular tourist spot, located in Okinawa’s Kaiyohaku Park. If you take the building’s escalator down from the 4th floor to the 3rd, you’ll find yourself at the entrance to the aquarium. The aquarium is designed as a “deep dive” into the ocean as you go down to the 2nd and 1st floors, so as you descend, a magnificent world filled with mysterious Okinawan ocean creatures unfolds before you!
This is the biggest aquarium in Okinawa and definitely a must-visit. The two whale sharks are the stars here. There are so many different sea creatures, and the dolphin and whale shows are really impressive.
The Great Seto Bridge Tower Top Experience
The Great Seto Bridge system connects Okayama Prefecture on Honshu to Kagawa Prefecture on Shikoku island. The entire length of the system consists of different bridge designs, including those of suspension, cable-stayed, and truss.
Wow~ This is my first time seeing a travel experience like this! From the photos, it looks like the route maintenance workers take. I wonder if your legs would get shaky climbing all the way to the top?