蔡政明's Reviews

LaLaport TACHIKAWA TACHIHI

Doors flung open first in December 2015 over at LaLaport TACHIKAWA TACHIHI, one the largest shopping malls in the western Tokyo area. All under one roof you’ll find a full-range rolodex of some 240 stores different stores including fashion, great eats, lifestyle goods, and interior décor. Trend-forward and ahead of the beat, there’s always a rotation of new and buzzing shops to browse.

Tachikawa, Hachioji, Machida
Commercial Buildings

16 Sep 2025 See More

It's not far from the center of Tachikawa. Just hop on the Tama Monorail to Tachihi Station and you're there—super convenient! On weekdays, it's pretty quiet, but on weekends it gets packed and you'll have to wait in line for restaurants.

Kabukicho

Kabukicho is the entertainment district that sits just steps from the east exit of Shinjuku Station. It’s a major hub for izakaya pubs, amusement centers and nightlife spots to enjoy after hours. With neon signs lit up through the entire night, it’s earned the nickname of “the city that never sleeps”.

Shinjuku, Okubo, Yoyogi, Yotsuya
Shopping Streets

4 Jan 2022 See More

Kabukicho is Tokyo's famous city that never sleeps. Even though many shops aren't open during the day, there are already quite a few people handing out flyers.

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.

Shinjuku, Okubo, Yoyogi, Yotsuya
Hotels

4 Jan 2022 See More

Every time I come to Tokyo for business, I always stay at this hotel. Everything is above average, and most importantly, the location makes it super convenient to get anywhere!

IKAHO TOY.DOLL & CAR MUSEUM

The museum displays toys and dolls from the early Showa period to the Heisei period, including the "Fukumatsu Ningyo" (vintage Japanese doll), only nine dolls in Japan. In another area of the museum, cars from the Showa period are displayed, making it a museum that people of all ages can enjoy.

Gunma
Museums

4 Jan 2022 See More

If you spend over a certain amount at the shop, you can enter for free. The nostalgic street recreates the look of Japan during the Showa era, and the car museum displays early Japanese domestic cars. Every single one is a classic—I wish I could own them all! It's every man's dream.

Fukenoyu Onsen Hot Spring

A hot spring inn at an elevation of 1100 meters, close to the Hachimantai Aspite Line, known for its spectacular views. The name "fuke-no-yu" is derived from the geothermally heated steam bath. The steam bath is called "Ondol," and the hot-spring cure of lying down on a mat on the warm ground has been practiced for centuries.

Akita
Bathing & Spa Facilities

4 Jan 2022 See More

This natural open-air hot spring has a milky white color, and you can soak while taking in the full view of Hachimantai. Such a relaxing experience!