Onuma Quasi National Park
In July 1958, Onuma Quasi-National Park was designated as the 13th in the nation and the only quasi-national park in southern Hokkaido.
If you want to really experience the beauty of Onuma Quasi National Park, I definitely recommend taking a boat tour on the lake.
Otaru Tenguyama Observation Platform, Otaru Tenguyama Ropeway
Otaru’s symbol, Mt.Tengu, stands 532m-high above sea level. On top, there is an observation platform awarded one star on Michelin Green Guide Japon, where you can look out at the city and the Japan Sea. At night, Mt Tengu offers a breath-taking sight over Otaru City, referred to as one of Hokkaido’s Three Best Night Views, along with Mt. Moiwa and Mt. Hakodate.
Most people who come here at night are couples. It's definitely one of the best spots for a date.
Tsugaru Tetsudo “Stove Train”
Tsugaru Railway spans about 20km from north to south between Tsugaru-Goshogawara Station and Tsugaru-Nakasato Station. Limited to winter, from December to March, the tourism train called “Stove Train” runs, which uses coal stoves for heating passenger cars.
Winters in Tohoku are seriously cold, but thankfully the train has a heater—and it's an old-school charcoal stove! You can even grill squid on it and enjoy some sake 🍶. Such a nostalgic vibe.
Yahiko Shrine
Echigo Ichinomiya has a history of over 2,400 years. It is said to have originated that Amenokagoyamanomikoto, who was a great-grandson of Amaterasuomikami, was buried in Mt. Yahiko after him cultivated the country of Koshi and people built a shrine there to worship him.
The environment is peaceful and the air is fresh. It's a power spot in Niigata.
Coco’s Akihabara Branch
Located near the hub of pop-culture, Akihabara Electric Town. Coco’s, originating in the US, and in Japan since 1980, has now grown to nearly 500 branches, mainly in the Kanto and Kansai region.
The staff here are super friendly. It makes me want to come back again.
Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel
This hotel sits inside the JR Central Towers building. Located between floors 15 and 52, the hotel guest rooms and restaurant offer panoramic views down over the Nagoya cityscape.
This hotel has an amazing location—just take the train and you're right downstairs. It's a great place to stay for solo travelers.
Mt. Rokko (Rokkosan)
Mt. Rokko (Rokkosan), the prominent peak of the Rokko Mountains, is 931 meters above sea level. With easy access by cable car to the top of the mountain, the mountain is full of various facilities that offer physical activities, romantic nightscapes, and more.
The view is wide open and the transportation is convenient.
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.
Maihama is reclaimed land by the sea, so watching the nighttime parade in winter can get really chilly.
Great Seto Bridge
Great Seto Bridge connects Okayama Prefecture on the main Island and Kagawa Prefecture on Shikoku Island. This name is for all the six bridges that stretch for 9.4km (5.8 miles) over the channel. Different types such as suspension bridge, cable-stayed bridge, and truss bridge are connected together.
The Seto Inland Sea Memorial Park is also a fantastic spot to enjoy views of the Great Seto Bridge.
Monamour Seifudo Headstore
Opened in 1868, this is a traditional shop of over 150-year history in Fuchu. Today, there is a cafe offering French sweets and an Italian restaurant.
Every cake looks beautiful and super tasty! They also have some Italian dishes for sale.