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Tsuruga Station

A gateway to the Hokuriku region served by four lines: the Hokuriku Shinkansen, Hokuriku Main Line, Obama Line, and Hapi-line Fukui Line. The Hokuriku Shinkansen, which previously terminated at Kanazawa, was extended to Tsuruga Station in spring 2024, and now serves as the line's terminal station.

Fukui
Stations & Roadside Stations & Tourist Information Centers

6 Nov 2025 See More

It feels very clean and comfortable, with a pretty modern design while still keeping some local character. The station isn’t big, and the layout is very easy to follow, so it’s hard to get lost.

There’s a bus stop and taxi area right outside, which makes getting around really convenient. There are also a few restaurants and souvenir shops nearby where you can buy local dried seafood or sweets.

If you come in winter, you’ll see lots of travelers transferring here on their way to go skiing or visit hot springs, and the overall atmosphere feels very relaxed. If you’re heading to Fukui or the Lake Biwa area, this is a great stopover point.

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Observation Deck

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, located in Shinjuku, is Tokyo’s centralized administration complex, comprised of three buildings: the First Main Office Building, the Second Main Office Building, and the Metropolitan Assembly Building. The First Main Office Building is home to a 45th floor Observation Deck, which is accessible by dedicated elevator on the 1st floor. In just 55 seconds the dedicated elevator will whisk you into the skies, to a height of 202 meters above ground and the sprawling view of Tokyo below.

Shinjuku, Okubo, Yoyogi, Yotsuya
Observatories

27 Oct 2025 See More

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Observation Deck feels like a bit of a hidden gem. There aren't too many tourists, so you don't have to wait long. The view is fantastic—perfect if you want to avoid the crowds.

Ryusei-no-Taki Falls・Ginga-no-Taki Falls

The Ishikari River is a first-class river that flows through the central-western part of Hokkaido and empties into the Sea of Japan. Sounkyo, located along the Ishikari River, has a large gorge with many waterfalls falling from the cliffs over a distance of 24 kilometers.　Two of the most beautiful waterfalls are "Ryusei-no-Taki Falls・Ginga-no-Taki Falls."

Asahikawa and Sounkyo
Nature Spots

24 Oct 2025 See More

The sound of the waterfalls is so soothing~ That natural white noise just helps me totally zone out.

Namba SkyO

A large 30-story mixed-use complex directly connected to Nankai Namba Station. With easy access from Kansai International Airport, it attracts travelers from Japan and abroad. From B1 to the 9th floor, you’ll find a wide range of shops and restaurants, especially on floors 2-6, where gourmet spots and variety goods are plentiful.

Osaka
Commercial Buildings

22 Oct 2025 See More

Namba SKYO is seriously so fun to shop around! The whole building feels super new and classy.
You come straight up from the Nankai Railway exit—such a convenient location.

Itoaguri

Located in Itoshima, Itoaguri is a select store for food and drinks, utilizing the building of the historical "Fukuju Soy Sauce" brewery, known for its soy sauce and sake production. The charming first floor offers a variety of local Itoshima favorites like authentic mirin, soy sauce, and miso, alongside an array of enticing items related to food from across Japan.

Fukuoka
Local Products Center & Souvenir Stores

13 Jun 2025 See More

Itoaguri has such a great vibe! The renovated old warehouse space looks beautiful—stylish but still cozy. The smell of coffee and browsing the select shop is so soothing. Every photo turns out great here. It's a must-visit artsy spot in Fukuoka!

GRANSTA TOKYO

GRANSTA TOKYO is JR East’s largest train station mall. The huge open space with the sign “SQUARE ZERO” hosts select sweets shops, cafes, restaurants and general stores, which looks like a town itself.

Tokyo Station, Nihonbashi, Marunouchi
Commercial Buildings

17 Mar 2025 See More

Even though it's crowded, the overall layout is really well-designed, so it doesn't feel cramped when you're walking around.

Togoshi Ginza Shopping Street & TOGOSHIGINZA Information Center

Stretching approximately 1.3km east to west from Tokyu Ikegami Line's Togoshi Ginza Station, this shopping district boasts around 400 establishments ranging from fresh produce stores to cafes, bakeries, and bathhouses.

Shinagawa, Gotanda
Shopping Streets

16 Apr 2022 See More

There are many Ginza shopping streets all over Japan. This one isn't just the longest in Tokyo, it's also one of the oldest.

Nakamachi Komise Street

Nakamachi Komise Street is a sightseeing place at the center of Kuroishi city. This street has kept its cohesive atmosphere since the feudal period and it is said to be a rare case around Japan.

Aomori
Tourist Attractions

15 Apr 2022 See More

The street is lined with small houses and the area is really well preserved. It's not just clean and tidy, but also very relaxing.

Tokyo Disneyland

Known and loved as the “kingdom of dreams and magic”, this full-scale themepark is just a 15 min. train ride from Tokyo Station.

Chiba
Amusement Parks & Theme parks

15 Apr 2022 See More

Space Mountain is one of the most exciting and fun rides at Disneyland, in my opinion.

Kiyosumi Gardens

The Kiyosumi Gardens are a circular garden with a fountain, an artificial hill, and a dry landscape garden. In 1878, industrialist Yataro Iwasaki purchased the site of a dilapidated mansion and planned to create a garden.

Ryogoku, Ningyocho, Kiyosumi-Shirakawa, Kinshicho
Parks & Gardens

15 Apr 2022 See More

The garden is really well maintained. When I stood on the little bridge, the koi and turtles came right up to me. I felt a bit bad about not feeding them anything.