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Toyama Castle (Toyama Municipal Folk Museum)

Toyama Castle was built during the Age of Civil Wars. Then, at the completion of the post-World War II reconstruction project, Toyama Industrial Expo was held, where this memorial was built. It models a three-layer and 4-story castle which is open to the public as a folk museum.

Toyama
Tourist Attractions

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Toyama Castle at night has such a wonderful atmosphere.

Unlike its dignified, historic feel during the day, once night falls and the lights come on, the carefully designed modern lighting casts a soft, mysterious glow on its white walls, making it look like a crystal palace floating in the night.

Kaiwomaru Park

The sailing ship "Kaiwomaru," known as the "Lady of the Sea," is moored in this park. The park is also home to the Japan Sea Exchange Center, which displays models of sailing ships from around the world; the Bird Park, where about 150 species of wild birds can be observed throughout the four seasons; the "Green Pergola," a 180-m-long, 10-m-wide corridor; and Fureai Hiroba, a playground with a variety of equipment, including a large "Hammock of the Waves. On weekends, the park is crowded with families and couples enjoying a stroll.

Toyama
Parks & Gardens

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The sails on Kaiwo Maru are usually furled. Only on certain dates between April and October do they fully open the sails, and it’s an incredibly spectacular sight. In July, there’s also a fireworks festival with special lighting, so you can enjoy a completely different view.

Deai Bridge

Deai Bridge is a 107-meter-long suspension bridge that leads to the Shirakawa-go gassho-zukuri village, a registered World Heritage site. The bridge connects the convenient public parking area, 'Village-Operated Sesaragi Park Parking Lot', to the village, and crossing the bridge brings you to the entrance of the village.

Gifu
Tourist Attractions

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After walking across the bridge, it feels like passing through an invisible barrier, leaving the noise of the real world behind and stepping straight into a fairy tale. Even the little flowers by the roadside seemed to welcome our arrival.

Higashi Chaya District

It is one of Kanazawa's representative tourist attractions. The townscape with its beautiful Degoushi (latticed window) and the stone pavement has been selected as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings by the national government.

Kanazawa
Famous Places

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Higashi Chaya District perfectly captures Kanazawa’s ultimate blend of traditional and modern beauty. When we lift the thick shop curtains and step inside, there’s often a whole hidden world waiting. The unique shops around the area are great for taking your time, exploring, and hunting for little treasures.

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.