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Kenroku-en

Kenroku-en was founded and developed for about 180 years by the Maeda clan lord in Kaga, which is a strolling-style landscape garden and one of the three most beautiful gardens in Japan.

Kanazawa
Parks & Gardens

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The meticulously pruned pine trees and pond water come together to create the ultimate Japanese garden aesthetic. Kenroku-en is so perfect, it’s genuinely breathtaking.

Across from Kanazawa Castle, separated only by an old moat, the two feel like the most perfect cultural pair in the historic city of Kanazawa.

Kanazawa Castle & Kenrokuen Four Seasons Tale

Known as the residence of the 14th generation of the Maeda family of the Kaga Clan, "Kanazawa Castle", and the large garden "Kenrokuen" constructed in its outer citadel, are representative tourist attractions of Ishikawa and Kanazawa. Kenrokuen is famous as one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan and has been designated as a special place of scenic beauty by the national government.

Kanazawa
Festivals & Events

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I finally got to visit during an evening opening, and it happened to coincide with firefly viewing.

Kenroku-en is usually closed to the public after dark. Only on a few special days in early summer each year do they hold firefly viewing nights.

It’s a rare opportunity, so if you ever get the chance, you should definitely go experience this special summer event at Kenroku-en.

Starbucks Coffee Toyama Kansui Park

A regional landmark Starbucks store located in Fugan Canal Kansui Park, a lush park of water and greenery that spreads around the Fugan Canal and was selected as one of Japan’s Top 100 Historic Parks. The building features a simple, glass-walled design that blends into the park landscape, making the most of the waterside setting as well as Toyama’s nature and the history of the Fugan Canal.

Toyama
Cafés

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The best part of this Starbucks’ design is its huge glass walls and the outdoor terrace that extends outward.

When the weather is nice, I highly recommend sitting outside on the lawn or on the wooden steps. Without walls getting in the way, the greenery and the canal views feel even bigger right in front of you.

Dogo Onsen Station

Dogo Onsen Station of the Iyo Railway city tram is the closest station to the famous "Dogo Onsen", believed to be Japan's oldest hot spring.

Ehime
Tourist Attractions

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Dogo Onsen Station really takes convenience and retro beauty to the next level.

As the gateway to Japan’s oldest hot spring, this station is more than just a transportation hub. It’s a place that makes you want to slow down and take it all in.

Takamatsu Marugame-Machi Shopping Street

Takamatsu Marugame-Machi Shopping Street is a 470m long street in the heart of the central business district of Takamatsu-city, Kagawa prefecture. It is part of the 2.7 km long “Takamatsu Central Shopping Street” and has a long history of over 400 years.

Takamatsu
Shopping Streets

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This shopping street really is the ultimate model for revitalizing local shopping arcades in Japan.

You have to admire the urban planning. The space is wide, bright, and open, and that massive glass dome, with its modern geometric feel and almost cathedral-like look, welcomes in the sunlight while keeping the rain completely out.

During the rainy season or on days when it suddenly starts pouring, Marugame-Machi Shopping Street has everything you need for eating, shopping, and spending time. You can easily enjoy a full day there in comfort and style.

Honetsukidori Taachan

Honetsukidori Taachan in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, is a specialty restaurant dedicated to charcoal-grilled bone-in chicken for 40 years. Each piece is carefully grilled one by one with expert skill. One of its highlights is the rich flavor of Kagawa’s branded Olive Chicken. The restaurant has been featured not only in Japan but also in overseas media, gaining wide attention.

Takamatsu
Japanese Cuisine

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Each one has a different flavor, and they’re all so delicious. Once you’ve had it, you’ll crave it again.

Tosaden traffic (Streetcar)

A streetcar system affectionately known as “Tosaden,” running through Kōchi Prefecture. Since opening in 1904, it has operated three lines-the Ino Line, Gomen Line, and Sanbashi Line-forming one of Japan’s largest streetcar networks, with a total length of about 25.3 km and 76 stops.

Kochi
Trains & Subway

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You can just show the page on your phone. The one-day pass is very convenient.

Botchan Ressha Train

Botchan Ressha is a train replica designed after the steam locomotives that operated for 67 years after the opening of Iyotetsu (Iyo Railways) in 1888. The name, “Botchan” is named after a train used by the protagonist in Natsume Soseki’s novel of the same name. The title “Ressha” (meaning train) was added for an extra friendly flair.

Ehime
Tourist Attractions

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You have to time it just right, otherwise you can only look at it and not ride it. Because of our schedule, we could only take the regular train.

Dogo Shotengai (Dogo Haikara Dori)

Nicknamed “Dogo Haikara Dori”, the Dogo Shotengai is a shopping arcade connected to Dogo Onsen Honkan. At 250-meters in length, this L-shaped shopping arcade connects the stretch from the main building of Dogo Onsen to Dogo Onsen Station, the final stop on the Iyotetsu train lines.

Ehime
Shopping Streets

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This L-shaped street, about 250 meters long, is wonderfully thoughtful, giving travelers shelter from the wind and rain.

On both sides, old wooden buildings blend beautifully with modern, stylish storefronts, and now and then the air is filled with the fresh aroma of grilled rice crackers and citrus.

Best of all, this place is a paradise for local specialties. You can find all of Ehime’s proud signature products here.

Matsuyama Castle

Matsuyama Castle is an iconic symbol of Matsuyama City, and it is also famous as being an impregnable castle.

Ehime
Tourist Attractions

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You can choose the ropeway, the single-person lift, or hike up to Matsuyama Castle if you want some exercise.

The view opens up instantly right in front of you and really makes you feel refreshed, with a sweeping panoramic scene. We even happened to catch the plum blossoms in bloom, which added a lovely touch of red.