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Kouri Beach

Located on Kouri Island, just across the Kouri Ohashi Bridge from Yagaji Island in Nago City, this beach features pristine white sand stretching on either side of the bridge, offering a scenic view of Kouri Ohashi Bridge itself.

Yanbaru, Nago, Motobu
Nature Spots

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Kouri Beach in Okinawa caught my eye at first sight with its ocean view! The water is a beautiful blue and so clear that you can see beneath the surface. The entire ocean looks incredibly clean and crystal clear.

Standing by the shore with the sea breeze blowing and looking out over the endless blue water made me feel completely relaxed. As the sunlight shines on the water, it takes on different shades of blue depending on the angle. It’s really beautiful.

Tokyu Plaza Harajuku Harakado

Doors are wide open at this brand new mega-retailer, opened at the Jingumae intersection between Harajuku and Omotesando in April 2024. Step inside to find nine different floors from basement to 7th floor rooftop terrace, complete with 75 shops and restaurants to browse, plus a public bathhouse, gallery, library, and so much more.

Aoyama, Omotesando, Harajuku
Commercial Buildings

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When I saw Tokyu Plaza Harajuku “HARAKADO” in Harajuku, its distinctive exterior immediately caught my eye! The entire building has a very modern design that creates an interesting contrast with the surrounding streetscape.

What impressed me most was the amount of greenery planted around the building’s exterior. The plants and architectural lines go well together and give it a distinctive look. It’s easy to notice this unique building when walking nearby.

ShinQs by TOKYU DEPARTMENT STORE

As the flagship project of the large-scale redevelopment around Shibuya Station, Shibuya Hikarie opened in April 2012. Spanning 8 floors from B3 to the 5th floor, its shopping zone is known as ShinQs by TOKYU DEPARTMENT STORE.

Shibuya
Commercial Buildings

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While in Shibuya, I stopped by ShinQs by TOKYU DEPARTMENT STORE. The department store is located in Shibuya’s bustling shopping district, and browsing around feels very Tokyo and fashionable.

Inside, there are plenty of stores selling clothing, cosmetics, household goods, and food. There’s a fairly wide selection of products, and while shopping, you can also check out the latest trends in Japan.

acure

This beverage brand can be found in the 9,000 some vending machines installed at station platforms and other locations in the JR East area. From natural water to tea, fruit juices, and even soups, all products are crafted with the finest Japan-made ingredients and boasts its high-quality.

Kanto Region
Tohoku Region
Niigata
Nagano
Yamanashi
Shizuoka
Supermarkets & Convenience Stores & 100 yen Shops

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I saw an acure vending machine at Karuizawa Station, and it felt like an everyday part of traveling in Japan! Vending machines are everywhere in the station, so whenever you want a drink, you can easily buy one. It’s really convenient.

This time, I happened to see it while waiting for the train and passing through the station, and I couldn’t resist taking a photo as a keepsake.

SHIBUYA 109

For many years, this shopping building has continued to fascinate young people who are aware of what is in fashion. With a collection of clothes of the latest trends, it attracts attention not only from Japan but also from overseas.

Shibuya
Commercial Buildings

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In Shibuya, you're sure to notice the iconic SHIBUYA109! Its large sign and youthful exterior are very characteristic of Shibuya, making it easy to spot while walking down the street.

Inside, there are many trendy fashion, accessory, and beauty brands. The whole place feels lively and has a strong sense of youth fashion. I stopped by while visiting Shibuya to experience the atmosphere of one of Tokyo's busiest shopping districts.

Kaneiji Temple

This temple was founded in 1625 and is the head temple of the Kanto region of the Tendai sect of Buddhism. It was built by the high priest Tenkai, who was deeply revered by three shoguns, Tokugawa Ieyasu, Hidetada, and Iemitsu, to pray for the safety of the Tokugawa shogunate and the well-being of the common people. It is a prayer hall and family temple of the Tokugawa shoguns, and six of the fifteen Tokugawa shoguns are still buried there today.

Ueno, Nippori
Shrines & Temples

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While passing by Kaneiji Temple, I noticed that the temple's architecture had a quaint, traditional Japanese feel, so I took a photo as a keepsake. Although I hadn't specifically planned to go inside this time, it was still charming to come across it by chance.

Sometimes that's how traveling is. Places you didn't plan to visit can turn out to be pleasant little surprises when you happen to pass by.

Okayama Electric Tramway (Streetcar)

Okayama Electric Tramway, affectionately known as “Okaden,” is a streetcar system that has been operating in Okayama City for more than a century, having first begun service in the Meiji era. It continues to connect key areas of the city today and is widely used not only for commuting and school travel, but also as a convenient way to reach major sightseeing spots such as Okayama Castle and Korakuen Garden.

Okayama
Trains & Subway

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When I arrived in Okayama and saw the Okayama Electric Tramway running through the city, with streetcars traveling along the streets, it felt very characteristic of a Japanese city! Unfortunately, I didn't get a photo of the streetcar itself this time, only photos of the tracks.

Even though I only photographed the tracks, seeing them stretch along the streets still gave me a sense of how Okayama's streetcars are part of everyday life.

Okayama Station

JR Okayama Station is a major terminal in the Chugoku and Shikoku area, served by the Sanyo Shinkansen and several JR lines. The Sanyo Line, Hakubi Line, Tsuyama Line, Ako Line, and Uno Minato Line all run through the station, making it a convenient transportation hub for destinations in and beyond Okayama Prefecture, including Kurashiki, Korakuen Garden, Okayama Castle, Uno Port, and Naoshima.

Okayama
Stations & Roadside Stations & Tourist Information Centers

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I stopped by Okayama Station to look around while on my way to Kurashiki. Transportation around the station is very convenient, so I used the time before and after my train to take a short walk and see the streets of Okayama.

Although Kurashiki was my main destination this time, I still felt it was worth setting aside a little time to explore Okayama Station. There are plenty of shops and restaurants nearby, making it convenient to buy souvenirs or get something to eat.

I didn't specifically plan to visit many attractions in Okayama this time. It was just a quick stop along the way that left me with a small impression of Okayama Station.

Kyoto Porta

Opened about 40 years ago as Kyoto's first underground shopping center, "Kyoto Ekimae Underground Shopping Center Porta" and "Kyoto Station Building Specialty Store Street The Cube" merged in 2023. It has been reborn as a large-scale shopping mall suitable for the gateway to the international tourist city of Kyoto.

Kyoto Station, Shijo Kawaramachi, Kyoto Imperial Palace
Commercial Buildings

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There are many different kinds of stores throughout the underground shopping area, from clothing and sundries to Kyoto specialty souvenirs. It’s easy to spend quite a while browsing around. It’s also comfortable to shop here on rainy or colder days since you don’t have to keep walking outdoors.

I stopped by Porta on this trip to Kyoto and found it very convenient and fun to explore!

OKINAWA NANPUDO Co., Ltd. ”YUKISHIO CHINSUKOU”

Since its birth in 2005," Yukishio (snow salt) Chinsukou" has been loved as a standard Okinawa souvenir for more than 15 years. Crispy texture at first. And then moist.

Okinawa
Snacks

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This was my first time trying Okinawa Nanpudo’s Yukishio Chinsukou. At first, I was curious about how it differed from regular Okinawan chinsuko, and after actually trying it, I thought the texture was really unique!

It has a light, crumbly texture at first, then slowly melts in your mouth as you chew, with a subtle snow salt aroma. The sweet and salty flavor is easy to enjoy and isn’t just simply sweet.