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Amanohashidate View Land

Sat atop Mt. Monjuyama, Amanohashidate Viewland offers panaromic views from the south of Amanohashidate. Here you’ll find Matanozokidai, a outlook point nicknamed “Hiryukan” for its views of the Amanohashinodate that looks like a dragon climbing into the heavens.

Amanohashidate, Maizuru, Tango
Observatories

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Visitors can easily reach the mountaintop by cable car or monorail and look down on the magnificent view of Amanohashidate stretching across Miyazu Bay like a dragon soaring into the sky, earning it the name “View of the Flying Dragon.” The park has an observation deck, Ferris wheel, carousel, and small amusement rides, making it suitable for families with children. Visitors can also leisurely enjoy the natural beauty of the changing seasons. Many travelers also try the fun pose of viewing Amanohashidate from between their legs, which is said to make it look like a bridge floating in the sky.

ICHIRAN Souhonten -Headshop & Office-

Located within the headquarters of Ichiran, this is the main store of the renowned ramen chain which is not only present all over Japan, but also overseas, in places like New York, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. Among the many famous tonkotsu ramen shops in Fukuoka, Ichiran is particularly popular.

Hakata, Tenjin, Ohori
Ramen

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Known for its rich, savory tonkotsu broth, it pairs springy thin noodles with a secret red chili sauce for layers of flavor and a wonderful aroma. The biggest feature is that you can customize the richness of the broth, noodle firmness, garlic, spice level, and amount of green onions to create your own flavor. The unique “flavor concentration booths” also let customers focus on enjoying every bite of ramen.

Thatch Roof Fuki-kae Experience

The thatch roofs of Miyama are characterized by soft rounded curves and a beautiful and even configuration that extends to the edge. It is necessary to do a "fuki-kae" to replace the "kaya" of the roof once every 20 years. Experience the Satoyama lifestyle through the "fuki-kae" process that is filled with the wisdom and sense of beauty of people's lives.

Kameoka, Nantan
Experiences Facilities

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You can learn in depth about how thatched roofs are built and maintained, and see how skilled craftspeople use natural thatch and traditional methods to preserve these valuable cultural techniques. Under their expert guidance, visitors can also try parts of the repair process themselves and experience the care and attention that goes into every step.

Onuma Quasi National Park

In July 1958, Onuma Quasi-National Park was designated as the 13th in the nation and the only quasi-national park in southern Hokkaido.

Hakodate and Matsumae
Parks & Gardens

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Onuma Quasi-National Park is located near Hakodate in Hokkaido and is a renowned natural scenic area in Japan. It is known for its magnificent landscape formed by Lake Onuma, Lake Konuma, and the volcanic Mount Komagatake. The park has islands and lakes of various sizes connected by bridges, where visitors can enjoy leisurely walks or bike rides while taking in the scenery up close.

Ginza-Dori street

Ginza-Dori street is one of Japan's most prestigious shopping districts with a sense of history and elegance. It is lined with department stores and high-end brand stores, rivaling New York's Fifth Avenue and London's Oxford Street.

Ginza, Yurakucho
Famous Places

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The street is lined with international luxury brands, department stores, flagship stores, distinctive cafes, and upscale restaurants, creating Ginza's elegant and sophisticated atmosphere. On weekends and national holidays, part of Chuo-dori becomes a pedestrian-only zone, allowing visitors to stroll, shop, and take photos at their leisure.

Ameyoko Shopping Street

The Ameyoko Shopping Street, affectionately known as "Ameyoko," stretches approximately 500m between JR Ueno Station and JR Okachimachi Station, with around 400 shops lining the street. It features a variety of businesses, including food and confectionery, clothing, general goods, and jewelry stores.

Ueno, Nippori
Shopping Streets

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Ameyoko Shopping Street is located near Ueno Station in Tokyo and is one of the city's most popular traditional shopping streets, with a lively and vibrant local atmosphere. The street is lined with all kinds of food, seafood, fruit, snacks, drugstores, clothing stores, and unique little shops, offering a wide variety of goods at affordable prices. It's a popular place for travelers to shop and hunt for bargains. As you stroll through the area, you can try fresh seafood rice bowls, grilled skewers, takoyaki, and various Japanese snacks while experiencing the strong sense of local life.

Sagano Romantic train

The Sagano Kanko Railway's trolley trains operate on a revived part of the former San'in Main Line, which was closed down. Classical Art Deco style coaches coupled to a diesel locomotive travel 7.3 km one way from Torokko Saga Station, adjacent to JR Saga-Arashiyama Station, to Torokko Kameoka Station, taking about 25 minutes.

Kyoto
Experiences Facilities

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Riding the Sagano Romantic Train was a relaxing and unforgettable journey. The train slowly traveled through the Hozugawa River gorge, offering sweeping views of the mountains, forests, and river valley and a sense of Kyoto's natural beauty throughout the seasons. With the gentle breeze and ever-changing scenery outside the window, I felt especially happy. Although the ride wasn't long, it left a lasting impression. It's a train journey worth savoring and added a wonderful memory to my Kyoto trip.

Starbucks Coffee Kobe Kitano Ijinkan Store

Situated in Kobe Kitano Ijinkan district, where many former residences of Westerners are located, this Starbucks store is a prime example of Starbucks Regional Landmark Stores initiative. These stores are architecturally designed to symbolize various regions in Japan, aiming to broadcast local cultures to the world.

Kobe
Cafés

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This Western-style residence retains its elegant wooden structure, stained-glass windows, vintage fireplace, and classic furniture, giving it a strong sense of Western charm and history. The interior is comfortable, and every corner has a nostalgic atmosphere that makes you feel as if you've stepped into a century-old Western-style mansion. Ordering a cup of coffee and leisurely admiring the architectural details while experiencing Kobe's unique port city culture is a rare pleasure.

Takachiho Beef Restaurant Nagomi

Takachiho Beef is a premium wagyu that won the top honor, the Prime Minister’s Award, in the cattle division of the National Wagyu Show, held once every five years to crown Japan’s best wagyu. Only A4-grade-and-up Japanese Black cattle raised and fattened within the Takachiho District Agricultural Cooperative area can be called Takachiho Beef. This JA-operated restaurant lets you enjoy its tender texture and rich umami at a reasonable price.

Miyazaki
Meat Dishes

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The restaurant uses high-quality Takachiho beef, known for its fine marbling and tender, juicy texture. Grilling it over charcoal brings out a wonderful aroma, and the meat is tender and full of rich, sweet beef flavor. In addition to various yakiniku platters, they also offer steaks, set meals, and a variety of side dishes, allowing travelers to enjoy Takachiho beef in several ways.

Yabakei

Yabakei in Nakatsu City, Oita Prefecture, is considered one of the "Three Great Odd Views" of Japan, alongside Myogi Mountain in Gunma Prefecture and Kankakei in Shodoshima. Spanning the northeast part of North Kyushu, across Oita, Fukuoka, and Kumamoto Prefectures, it's part of the "Yaba-Hita-Hikosan Quasi-National Park". Additionally, Yabakei is designated as one of the "New Three Views of Japan".

Oita
Nature Spots

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Yabakei is located in Oita Prefecture, Japan, and is one of Kyushu's most famous natural scenic areas. Known for its unusual rock formations, gorge scenery, and distinct seasonal beauty, it is also listed as one of the New Three Views of Japan. Dense forests line the gorge, with fresh greenery in spring, tranquil scenery in summer, and autumn leaves turning the valley red and attracting large crowds of visitors. In winter, it takes on a quiet, serene appearance.