HOTARUIKA MUSEUM
This hands-on museum is co-established at the Road Station "Wave Park Namerikawa", which is located alongside Japan's most prominent firefly squid fishing coast of Namerikawa.
There’s a semi-circular tank here filled with so many firefly squids! You can also watch footage of them being caught on a big screen.
Moerenuma Park
Moerenuma Park, an art park, was created as part of the Circular Greenbelt Concept, which aims to surround Sapporo's urban area with a belt of parks and green spaces. Sculptor Isamu Noguchi designed the entire park as a sculpture artwork, and visitors can see the park's various faces as the seasons change.
Inside the park, you actually get to step into a sculpture itself. You really should come and experience this moving feeling for yourself!
Tsuboya Yachimun Street
Yachimun, Okinawa's distinctive pottery with a history of over 300 years, dates back to the Ryukyu Kingdom era. The journey of Tsuboya, its famous production area, began in 1682 when the Ryukyu royal government consolidated various kilns scattered around the region into this locality.
The ceramic bowls and plates are super practical—these are an important part of daily life for the locals. 😋
Ralph’s Burger Restaurant
The owner tasted hamburgers overseas and was impressed, deciding to open a burger joint to serve the genuine taste. He opened the joint in 2018 at a 5-minute walk from Goya Jujiro where Koza Gate Street and National Route 330 cross. In the tranquil restaurant lit with warm light, wooden tables and counters are set. On a sunny day, try the terrace seats.
The burgers here are amazing! 😋 I eat here every time I visit. 👍
Nago Castle Park
A prefectural nature park located about 10 minutes by car from downtown Nago. Located on Mt.Nago, visitors can view the city of Nago and the beautiful East China Sea, from the observatory near the top.
This place is considered one of the top cherry blossom viewing spots. You can stroll around and enjoy the beautiful sight of 20,000 blooming kanhizakura trees.
Dino Park Yanbaru Subtropical Forest
Enter a forest inhabited by the brush pot tree which is believed to have inhabited the area as long ago as 100 million years, and find yourself surrounded by more than 80 realistic Dinosaur replicas in this theme park.
The subtropical plants and landscaping in the park look so real, and there are all kinds of dinosaurs hidden among the trees. It’s awesome!
D. T. Suzuki Museum
Suzuki Daisetz, known as D. T. Suzuki in the world, is a Buddhist philosopher from Kanazawa. This museum shares Suzuki’s ideas, thoughts and his life. With the wish for visitors to learn about him and contemplate their own life, it was opened on October 18, 2011. Though it stands at the heart of a city, the building is surrounded in a profound peace to allow you to forget time.
This place encourages everyone to reflect deeply on the items they're viewing right in front of them.
Keio Takaosan Onsen Gokurakuyu
Mount Takao is a Michelin 3-star destination that sees countless tourists from Japan and across the world. It’s also home to Keio Takaosan Onsen Gokurakuyu, a coveted daytrip hot springs spot located conveniently near Takaosan-guchi station so you can easily tack on a dip to your next hiking or sightseeing trip.
I soaked in the hot springs while enjoying the beautiful views of Mount Takao. Such a relaxing trip!
Chikuzen Ichinomiya Sumiyoshi Shrine
There are 2129 shrines which enshrines the grand god of Sumiyoshi. This shrine is said to be the very first of them. The god housed here is written in the Record of Ancient Matters. As the Shikinai Myojin-taisha and the first shrine in the Chikuzen Region, it has 1800 years of history.
This shrine, known as Japan's number one Sumiyoshi Shrine, was built in ancient times to pray for good harvests, safe voyages, and plentiful catches. Walking into the shrine, you can really feel its unique character. Definitely worth a visit!
Hakkoda Juhyo (frost covered trees)
Mt. Hakkoda is the general name for a volcano group consisting of 18 peaks, centering on the 1,584-meter-high main peak, Mt. Oodake and it is one of the 100 most famous mountains in Japan.
The driver gives commentary about the scenery along the way and even slows down at the best spots so you can take photos. It was such a fantastic experience! 🎉