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Takamatsu Symbol Tower

Standing 151.3 meters tall, the tower of Takamatsu Symbol Tower is the tallest building in Shikoku. Located just a 5-minute walk from the Takamatsu Port ferry terminal and 3 minutes from JR Takamatsu Station, it is ideally situated as a gateway for exploring Kagawa.

Takamatsu
Tourist Attractions

28 Dec 2025 See More

If you go up to the higher floors, the view is pretty nice.
You can see the port and the city, and on a clear day it feels really relaxing looking out over the sea.

Overall though, the atmosphere feels more business-like than touristy, so it doesn’t have a strong sightseeing vibe.

Path of the Gods

The Path of the Gods (Kami no Michi) is the sacred approach to Miho Shrine, stretching about 500 meters straight from Miho no Matsubara to the shrine’s torii gate. According to legend, this path was once taken by the gods who descended to Miho no Matsubara, guided by the sacred “Hagoromo Pine.”

Shizuoka
Tourist Attractions

13 Oct 2025 See More

The whole path is surrounded by tall trees, which really sets the mood!
There's a special sense of tranquility here—it almost feels like stepping into a myth. Especially during autumn when the leaves turn, the whole path is covered in red and orange. Super dreamy! 🍁

Shimabara Hibariyama Flower Park

A flower park created through collaboration between Shimabara City and private partners on erosion control land designated after the eruption disaster of Mt. Unzen Fugendake. Opened in 2012, it welcomes visitors with colorful flower fields spreading out against the backdrop of Mt. Heisei-Shinzan. In spring, cherry blossoms, weeping cherry blossoms, and Approx. 10 million rapeseed blossoms begin to bloom around late March. Azaleas appear in mid-April, and mixed flowers color the vast grounds from around early May to around late May.

Nagasaki
Parks & Gardens

13 Oct 2025 See More

The park is pretty spacious, so it’s really nice to walk around and take photos. On a clear day, you can even see Mt. Unzen, and the whole view feels wide open. There are also a few small vendors and rest areas inside, so you can grab something and snack while you stroll. I’d definitely recommend coming during flower season—it’s so worth it, and the photos turn out amazing. If you’re lucky enough to get blue skies, the scenery looks just like a postcard. Highly recommend it for couples or families looking to take a relaxing walk 👍

SL Fuyu-no-Shitsugen Train

This seasonal sightseeing train runs on the Senmō Main Line between JR Kushiro Station and Shibecha Station from January to March. The powerful steam locomotive racing across the glittering white wetlands has become a beloved winter icon of Kushiro.

Kushiro and Nemuro
Trains & Subway

22 Sep 2025 See More

Riding this train in winter with the snowy scenery outside is just so romantic! They even sell special bento boxes on board, so you can enjoy a meal while taking in the view. Loved the whole experience.

Tonkatsu Sauce Katsudon Kiraku

Komagane’s famous local dish, sauce katsudon, originated at the foot of the Central Alps and has been beloved by locals since the early Showa era (1920s-30s). Unlike typical katsudon dishes topped with egg, Komagane-style sauce katsudon features crisp pork cutlets placed atop freshly shredded cabbage and rice, all generously coated in each restaurant’s unique, secret sauce. The simple yet addictive combination of hot crispy pork, crunchy cabbage, and sweet-savory sauce has long kept diners coming back for more.

Nagano
Japanese Cuisine

11 Sep 2025 See More

The pork cutlet is crispy on the outside and tender inside! The sweet and savory sauce makes it even better, and the egg adds a silky texture. I couldn't stop eating. The portion was just right, and I felt super satisfied after finishing it.

Kaki Goya Fukuromachi Umihei Shoten

Opened in 2013 as a direct branch of the famous “Milky Tetsuo’s Oyster Hut Ujina”, Kaki Goya Fukuromachi Umihei Shoten continues the oyster hut tradition with the same sourcing methods and focus on freshness. Keep a pin on this go-to spot for Hiroshima oysters all year around.

Hiroshima
Japanese Cuisine

31 Aug 2025 See More

This is a super popular local oyster spot in Hiroshima, and the freshness is top-notch. They specialize in charcoal-grilled oysters—each one is plump, juicy, and full of ocean flavor. You can add lemon or their special sauce for extra taste. The place isn't fancy, but it's lively and the prices are reasonable. Perfect for grilling, drinking, and enjoying oysters with friends.

Lake Ashinoko

The lake is said to have been created about 3100 years ago when a phreatic explosion caused by volcanic activity caused the sediment from a large collapsed mountain to dam the river. In fact, most of the water is rainwater rather than spring water, which is the source of the river. It is a huge puddle of water.

Hakone
Nature Spots

23 Apr 2024 See More

When the weather isn't great, Lake Ashinoko has a mysterious and tranquil beauty. It might not have the bright, clear views you get on sunny days, but there's a special calm charm to it.

Shimabara Castle

Shimabara Castle has white Tenshukaku that stands on a hill called Moritake in Shimabara City. Matsukura Bungonokami Shigemasa completed the castle over a period of about seven years, from 1618.

Nagasaki
Tourist Attractions

18 Jan 2022 See More

One of Japan's top 100 castles.
It's pretty small, but the surroundings are really nice.

The Tokyo Station Hotel

This hotel was built in 1915 in Tokyo Station’s Marunouchi Station building and was restored to its original state in 2012. The Tokyo Station’s Marunouchi Station building has been designated as a National Important Cultural Property and a symbol of Tokyo.

Tokyo Station, Nihonbashi, Marunouchi
Hotels

18 Jan 2022 See More

The location is fantastic and the staff are super friendly!

Tosa Kokubunji Temple

This temple was founded in 741 by the monk Gyoki at the behest of Emperor Shomu. Since the emperor's copy of the Konkomyo Saisho-o Sutra was kept here, the temple has been called "Konkomyo Shitenno Gokokunotera Temple" as a place of prayer for peace and tranquility, good harvests, and prosperity for all people.

Kochi
Shrines & Temples

18 Jan 2022 See More

This temple is surrounded by rice fields, making it really peaceful and elegant. The grounds are also very well maintained.