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KANSAI WIDE AREA PASS

This is a great-value unlimited travel pass available to short-term international visitors to Japan. For five consecutive days, the pass includes unlimited rides on the Sanyo Shinkansen, limited express trains, local trains, and West JR Bus lines within the designated free travel area. Starting from the vibrant Kansai region, you can extend your journey to destinations such as Okayama, Tottori, and Kagawa to fully experience the many charms of Japan.

Kansai Region
Okayama
Tickets & Passes

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The KANSAI WIDE AREA PASS (JR Kansai Wide Area Pass) is a popular transportation pass for international travelers exploring the Kansai region. For 5 consecutive days, it offers unlimited rides on JR trains within the designated area, including certain Shinkansen trains (between Shin-Osaka and Okayama), limited express trains, rapid trains, and local trains, making it ideal for trips across multiple cities. With careful route planning, you can easily visit major popular attractions throughout Kansai. It's a practical transportation pass for independent travelers looking for both convenience and value.

Houkiboshi “Brown Sugar Cannelés – 10-Piece Set”

The most popular item from Houkiboshi, Okinawa’s first specialty shop dedicated to Brown Sugar Cannelés, is this delightful 10-piece set. Made with premium brown sugar from Tarama Island, each bite offers a rich depth of flavor and an elegant sweetness. The exterior is perfectly crisp, while the inside remains soft and chewy.

Okinawa
Snacks

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Houkiboshi Brown Sugar Cannelés are a popular Okinawan treat that combines French cannelés with Okinawan brown sugar, creating a unique local flavor. Baked at a high temperature, the outside has a caramel-like crispness, while the inside is moist and chewy, with a rich brown sugar aroma and a subtle rum flavor. They're sweet but not overly so, with layers of flavor.

Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Gel

Impressively light even when reapplied or layered! It prevents uneven application even at the microscopic level. It can also be used as a makeup base for a smooth finish with your foundation. It prevents spots and freckles caused by sunburn.

Cosmetics

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The watery gel texture is fresh and lightweight. It absorbs quickly after application without feeling sticky or leaving a white cast, and it keeps the skin feeling hydrated and comfortable. It's especially suitable for hot weather, daily commutes, and travel. The product contains hyaluronic acid, royal jelly extract, and moisturizing ingredients, helping maintain the skin's moisture while providing sun protection.

Otaru Orgel Doh Main Hall

This music box specialty shop has branches in various locations such as Otaru, Hakodate, Furano, Yokohama, Kamakura, and Kyoto. Its main building, which is the main shop, was built in 1915 (Taisho 4) and is designated as a historic building by Otaru City, preserving the remnants of the good old days.

Otaru and Niseko
Miscellaneous Goods

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The museum houses thousands of music boxes from around the world, ranging from classic wooden and glass pieces to cute designs. There's so much to see. Inside, the beautiful, soothing music and strong vintage atmosphere make for a relaxing and pleasant experience.

Hachimanzaka Slope

Hachimanzaka, named after the Hakodate Hachiman Shrine that once stood at the top of the hill. The beautiful cobblestone street stretches straight out to sea, lined on both sides by neatly maintained roadside trees, and offers a view of Hakodate Bay and the Mashu Maru, the memorial to the Seikan-Hakodate Liaison Ship, both of which are moored and on display.

Hakodate and Matsumae
Tourist Attractions

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Hachimanzaka Slope is famous for its beautiful view down the straight slope toward Hakodate Port. From the top, you can take in the harbor, the sea, and the moored ships. It has been used as a filming location for many movies, Japanese TV dramas, and commercials.

Kanamori Bay Cruise

When it comes to Hakodate’s best views, Mt. Hakodate often takes the spotlight-but this bay cruise, which circles Hakodate Bay, offers a fresh perspective. In just about 15 minutes, you can enjoy a full-fledged cruising experience with scenery that feels entirely different from land.

Hakodate and Matsumae
Experiences Facilities

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The Kanamori Bay Cruise in Hakodate, Hokkaido, is a popular way to enjoy the harbor scenery and historic streetscape. The boat cruises slowly through Hakodate Port, with views of the Kanemori Red Brick Warehouses, Mount Hakodate, the Mashu Maru, and the harbor!

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.

Kyoto
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.

Fukuoka
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.

Kyoto
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.