Shibuya Tokyu Foodshow
Directly connected to Shibuya Station, Shibuya Tokyu Foodshow is a “food theme park” and a pioneer in department store gourmet culture since its opening in 2000. Conveniently located right beneath the Hachiko Statue, you’ll find this tasty heaven spread across three areas: 1F EAST (inside Shibuya Mark City), B1 EAST & WEST, and Shibuchika.
For Taiwanese people expecting a 'food paradise,' this place just feels like a typical department store basement food floor.
Omura Butcher Shop
Mishima Korokke are a local treat made 100% with May Queen potatoes from Hakone-seiroku. The potatoes are especially rich in creamy, made into a sweet, fluffy delicious bite that even restaurant chef’s love.
The heart-shaped Mishima croquettes are delicious, whether they’re filled with onion, beef, or other ingredients. If you get the chance, you should definitely try them.
All-you-can-eat Sweets Bar A-55
"Let's have an after-school party at a secret base! is the concept behind this unique bar. When you enter the bar, you will hear J-POP and anime hit songs from the 1990s to 2000s. A blackboard covered with graffiti is hung on the wall, giving the impression of a corner of a classroom. The area is filled with toys, character goods and manga that you may have read when you were a kid, making you feel instantly nostalgic.
The interior is super retro, and there are tons of snacks. Every corner is filled with childhood memories—so nostalgic!
Hakata Motsunabe Yamaya Toyosu
A specialty spot for “motsunabe”, the famed hot pot from Hakata in Kyushu. Restaurant is run by Yamaya, an acclaimed Karashi Mentaiko maker.
Even though you can eat as much mentaiko as you want, it’s a bit salty so I couldn’t eat too much. Still, the presentation was really nice and everything tasted good.
Fukuoka Tower
This landmark in Fukuoka City was built as a monument of 1989 Asia Pacific Expo (Yokatopia). It is 234m-tall and the top floor has an observation area with a 360-degree panorama over Fukuoka City.
There’s a beach and city views nearby—great for a stroll.
Itsukushima Shrine
Itsukushima Shrine stands on the island of Itsukushima, which is also known as the island of gods. It is said that the shrine was founded in 593 by Saeki no Kuramoto, and the 3 goddess “Ichikishimahime-no-Mikoto,” “Tagorihime-no-Mikoto,” and “Tagitsuhime-no-Mikoto” are enshrined there. Famous for granting a wide list of benefits, these three goddesses as are worshipped as the goddesses of the sea, transportation, fortune, and art.
Each season brings a different charm here. The scenery is absolutely breathtaking.
Tower of Osaka Castle
Toyotomi Hideyoshi, who unified the country during the Azuchi-Momoyama period (1568-1600), began construction of the tower of Osaka Castle in 1583 and completed it in 1585. The castle was later destroyed during the Osaka Natsu no Jin（summer campaign of Osaka） in 1615, but was rebuilt by the Tokugawa Shogunate in 1626. However, the castle keep was destroyed by lightning in 1665. In 1931, the castle tower of the Toyotomi period was reconstructed with donations from Osaka citizens.
A beautiful castle that preserves the stunning scenery from back in the day.