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A&W Naha Kanagusuku Store

The first Okinawa restaurant was opened in 1963, before Okinawa was returned to Japan, and today there are more than 20 fast food restaurants in Okinawa Prefecture, all originating from the United States.

Naha, Shuri, Itoman, Nanjo
Light Meals

20 Jun 2026 See More

It had been a while since I last came to Okinawa, so my first meal was A&W. It’s an Okinawa-only fast food chain, and their root beer is a must-order! It tastes completely different from Taiwan’s sarsaparilla, and if you dine in, you can get free refills. It’s almost magical—I kept drinking cup after cup. This is the taste of Okinawa I’ve been missing.

Oasis 21

The Oasis 21 is famous for its symbolic glass roof, also known as the “Spaceship-Aqua ”. The facility has a bus terminal and is also connected to the subway and the Meitetsu line .Located within the heart of Nagoya city, the facility is known to be a photogenic location due to the illuminations lighting up the skyline.

Nagoya
Commercial Buildings

18 Jun 2026 See More

When the Spaceship-Aqua and the Nagoya TV Tower appear in the same frame, they create an image that really represents Nagoya. It has a different vibe during the day and at night. By day, it feels like an oasis in the city, and once the lights come on at night, it unexpectedly takes on a surreal feel.

That’s why I especially like coming here at night. It’s not just about enjoying the night view, but also about feeling the everyday rhythm of Nagoya.

Hida-Furukawa Station

A station on the JR Takayama Main Line in Hida City, Gifu Prefecture. Opened in 1934, the wooden station building features white walls and a tiled roof that blend beautifully with Furukawa’s townscape. The tourist information center next to the station building provides brochures and other services, making it a convenient starting point for exploring the town. About a 5-minute walk from the station, you’ll find the carp-filled Setogawa Canal and the Shirakabe Dozogai district, where you can enjoy a stroll through the traditional atmosphere of Hida.

Gifu
Stations & Roadside Stations & Tourist Information Centers

16 Jun 2026 See More

If you’re heading to Shirakabe Dozogai, you’ll probably start at Hida-Furukawa Station.
I came here by bus from Takayama, and as soon as I got off, I saw this retro wooden station. It has that peaceful atmosphere that’s so unique to the Japanese countryside, and it blends perfectly with the town.

Togetsukyo Bridge

The bridge was built in the first half of the 9th century during the Heian period (794-1185). It has been washed out many times, but each time it has been rebuilt. It is said that the name was given by Emperor Kameyama in the Kamakura period (1185-1333), as the moon moved across the bridge as if it were crossing over it.

Kyoto
Tourist Attractions

15 Jun 2026 See More

Looking out at Togetsukyo Bridge from the banks of the Katsura River felt like stepping into a landscape painting. Even though it was cloudy when I visited, the combination of the pine trees along the shore, the gently flowing river, the rustic Togetsukyo Bridge, and the mountains in the background looked like a scene carefully arranged by nature.

At night, the bridge was lit up. The visual impact wasn’t quite as strong as during the day, but the overall atmosphere had a different kind of charm. It truly deserves to be one of Arashiyama’s iconic landmarks!

Irohazaka Winding Road

Connecting central Nikko to Lake Chuzenji, this 15.8 km scenic road is a renowned tourist route. It consists of two separate roads: the "First Irohazaka" for descending and the "Second Irohazaka" for ascending. The road features 48 hairpin turns, named after the 48 characters of the ancient Japanese syllabary "Iroha." The origins of Irohazaka trace back to the mountain worship of Mt. Nantai, dating to the Nara period. Due to its sacred nature, the Okunikko area, which begins at Irohazaka, was considered holy, and women were prohibited from entering until the Meiji era. The area was developed and opened in the Showa era.

Tochigi
Famous Places

11 Jun 2026 See More

The Irohazaka mountain road is full of twists and turns, but the bus driver was incredibly skilled. I didn’t feel scared or carsick at all going up or down the mountain.

Watching the mountains covered in red autumn leaves through the window was amazing, and every turn brought a different view.

Even better, we didn’t run into the traffic jams we’d heard about. Being able to enjoy this fall foliage trip without having to drive ourselves made it absolutely perfect.

Mahoroba Daibutsu Pudding at the flagship Mahoroba Daibutsu Pudding Store!

Mahoroba Daibutsu Pudding is a classic Nara souvenir that includes a line of luscious, local flavors including the Nara special custard, Yamato Tea, a spiked pudding made with regionally sourced Nara sake and the Nara yae-zakura pudding topped with Yoshino cherryblossoms.

Nara
Snacks

10 Jun 2026 See More

I came across a branch of Mahoroba Daibutsu Pudding inside Kintetsu Saidaiji Station without planning to, and there was no line at all, so I could take my time choosing.

In the end, I bought the yogurt and ancient rice pudding flavors to try. Both were on the lighter, more refreshing side. After finishing them, you can also keep the jar lids as souvenirs.

Blue Bottle Coffee Kiyosumi Shirakawa Flagship Cafe

The popular coffee shop born in California, USA opened the first shop in Japan in October, 2019, as Kiyosumi Shirakawa Flagship Cafe.

Ryogoku, Ningyocho, Kiyosumi-Shirakawa, Kinshicho
Cafés

9 Jun 2026 See More

The building’s exterior is sleek and stylish, and the interior feels open and bright. But the overall atmosphere is a bit hard to warm up to, lacking some of the comfort and relaxed feel you’d expect from a coffee shop. It felt like the kind of photo-op spot that you only need to visit once.

Lake Biwa

Lake Biwa, which belongs to the first-grade Yodo River system and is located in the center of Shiga Prefecture, occupies an area of about 670 k㎡, or about one-sixth of the prefecture's land area, and is the largest lake in Japan in terms of both area and water storage capacity, with 27.5 billion tons of water pouring in through rivers from the surrounding mountains of Ibuki, Suzuka, and Hira, all of which are over 1,000 meters high.

Shiga
Nature Spots

8 Jun 2026 See More

Even though Lake Biwa is a lake, it feels as vast as the ocean, so there are many ways to enjoy it. Whether you take a relaxing walk along the shore or look down on it from above, the views from every angle are picturesque. The calm surface of the lake also has a soothing effect and makes you feel at peace.

Omokagebashi Bridge

Omokagebashi is a bridge spanning the Kanda River, a first-class river in Tokyo, connecting Toshima Ward and Shinjuku Ward. It is also the name of a tram stop on the Toden Arakawa Line, affectionately known as "Tokyo Sakura Tram." In spring, it's a popular spot for cherry blossom viewing, attracting numerous visitors.

Shinjuku, Okubo, Yoyogi, Yotsuya
Tourist Attractions

7 Jun 2026 See More

From Takato Bridge to Edogawabashi, about 2 kilometers of the riverside are lined with cherry trees, and the area around Omokagebashi Bridge has the densest concentration.
I started from Edogawabashi that day. There were some people along the way, but it never felt crowded, so I could freely capture the quiet beauty of the cherry blossoms reflected on the water and the way they cascaded down like a waterfall.
Even though the blossoms were not yet in full bloom when I visited, the feeling of spring was still unforgettable. If you do not enjoy overly crowded tourist spots, the Kanda River is absolutely worth a visit.

Milk Stand Akihabara

Milk Stand Akihabara is a specialty shop for bottled milk located in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. This long-established stand has been in business for more than 70 years since it opened in 1950. It is on the 3rd floor of JR Akihabara Station, on platform 5 of the JR Sobu Line. Its signature items are bottled milk varieties from regions all across Japan.

Akihabara, Kanda, Ochanomizu
Sweets Shop & Desserts Shop

7 Jun 2026 See More

Grab a bottle of milk before your train arrives!
This milk specialty shop inside JR Akihabara Station brings together bottled milk from all over Japan. There were so many choices that it was hard to decide, so I started with the winner and runner-up from the milk popularity ranking!
Hokkaido 4.0 milk was rich and flavorful, while the Shinshu Azumino one was light and smooth. According to the lady at the shop, that one was the previous year's No. 1, and I liked it better too.
There’s also a row of vending machines next to the shop where you can buy regional limited-edition milk. I honestly recommend trying Fukushima’s Rakuo, especially the coffee au lait!