孫玲's Reviews

Tendo City Shogi Museum

Shogi (Japanese chess) is gaining popularity as a result of Sota Fujii's exciting breakthrough. Tendo City is a shogi mecca, producing over 90% of all shogi boards and pieces in Japan. Tsume-shogi moves are depicted on the station plaza and sidewalks, and bridges and manholes are also decorated with shogi pieces.

• Yamagata
• Museums

Kyoto Gyoen

The premises has the Kyoto Imperial Palace at the center in which Meiji Emperor lived until he moved to Edo, surrounded by the town where the homes of aristocrats lined up. In Meiji Period, the premises were turned into the Kyoto Gyoen Park. Kyoto Imperial Palace and Kyoto Sento Imperial Palace are still used by the imperial families.

• Kyoto
• Parks & Gardens

Maruyama Park (Kyoto)

The oldest park in Kyoto, built on land once owned by temples and shrines. It is located across the Shijo Ohashi Bridge from Kawaramachi and straight down the Gion shopping street on Shijo Dori Street. From the Shijo Ohashi Bridge, pass the Keihan Gion-Shijo Station and continue along the shopping street, and you will see Yasaka Shrine in front of you.

• Kyoto
• Parks & Gardens

Heian Jingu Shrine

Established in 1895 to commemorate the 1100th anniversary of the transfer of the capital to Heian-kyo, this shrine is relatively new. The buildings emulate the central government office, the "Chodo-in," where significant ceremonies took place during the Heian period. Once you step into the precincts, adorned with these vermilion structures, you feel as though you've time-traveled back to the Heian era.

• Kyoto
• Shrines & Temples

Tsutaya Bookstore, Kyoto Okazaki

This Tsutaya Bookstore is situated in the concert hall of the ROHM Theatre Kyoto, in the Okazaki area in Kyoto. The Culture Convenience Club which operates TSUTAYA shops nationwide established this Tsutaya Bookstore as one of their themed commercial facilities proposing a new lifestyle.

• Kyoto
• Miscellaneous Goods

Kumano-Nachi Taisha

In 662 BC, Kamuyamato-iware-hikonomikoto (became Emperor Jinmu) dedicated Nachi Waterfall as a god in this shrine. It is the head shrine of Kumano Shrines all over in Japan, known as one of the three major Kumano Shrines. It has another name, “Musubi no Miya” which means the shrine to bring a marriage and wishes to come true.

• Wakayama
• Shrines & Temples

Nara Park

Nara Park is a scenic area surrounded by historical and cultural treasures, including Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Kohfukuji Temple, Todaiji Temple, the Nara National Museum, and Shoso-in. Visitors can enjoy the breathtaking natural beauty of its expansive greenery while exploring these iconic landmarks. The park is located in the center of the city, making it easily accessible to various tourist spots.

• Nara
• Parks & Gardens

Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise

Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise, located in Kanazawa Ward, Yokohama City, is a comprehensive marine leisure facility featuring an aquarium, attractions, restaurants, shopping stores, and hotels.

• Yokohama
• Zoos & Aquariums

Ghibli Museum, Mitaka

In Tokyo's Mitaka lies the Ghibli Museum, overseen by Director Hayao Miyazaki. Studio Ghibli, established in 1985, is a Japanese animation studio known for planning and producing films primarily directed by Isao Takahata and Hayao Miyazaki.

• Kichijoji, Mitaka
• Museums

Mount Takao

Mount Takao is a peak with an levation of 599 meters, located in Tokyo’s Hachioji City. With good transportation access, it’s a popular placee to go mountain climbing. While still in the city, it’s like taking a trip to the countryside! From families with small children to the elderly, about 3,000,000 people visit every year. It’s world famous as the mountain boasting the most climbers in the world.

• Tachikawa, Hachioji, Machida
• Nature Spots