Eddie's Reviews

Mihama Town Resort American Village

Mihama Town Resort American Village is a resort town located about 40 minutes by car from Naha Airport. See why the many families, couples and tourists trust this beach-side destination for the best variety of shops, eateries, natural hot springs, amusement stops and more.

• Yomitan, Chatan, Okinawa City, Uruma, Kitanakagusuku, Urasoe
• Tourist Attractions

The “Vintage House” inside Huis Ten Bosch is just too cute! The storefront has a nostalgic, international feel, especially the row of tropical floral patterns on the balcony. Just looking at it put me in a great mood.
Stepping inside was even more delightful—it’s practically paradise for Hello Kitty fans. Look at this Kitty in a little black dress, pearl necklace, and Audrey Hepburn-style bow. She has such an elegant vintage look and is incredibly detailed.
The wall covered with Kitty charms is also impressive. There are so many different designs that it’s almost overwhelming, and I wanted to take every one of them home. Being able to visit such a special Kitty-themed store in such a beautiful park made me so happy!

Manzamo

Manzamo remains one of Okinawa’s most coveted, scenic destinations at its spot along the coast of the East China Sea in Onna Village, a town near the heart of Okinawa Island. The name "Manzamo" comes from the Ryukyu word for "field”, and it is said that in 1726, King Sho Kei of the Ryukyu Kingdom praised the area, saying it was "large enough to seat ten thousand people”.

• Onna
• Nature Spots

Standing at the edge of the cliffs at Manzamo, the wind was so strong that I had to raise my voice just to talk. I looked at the rock shaped like an elephant’s trunk and thought: It’s so beautiful.
The color of the ocean looked unreal—deep blue, light blue, and white waves crashing against the rocks again and again with a roaring sound. It felt like all my worries were being blown away by the wind.
When you quiet your mind and look out at the endless ocean and sky, you can’t help but be moved by the magnificent scenery. Maybe this is what travel is all about—finding inner peace amid beautiful scenery.

Ebisu Bridge

Ebisu Bridge, which is said to have been constructed almost simultaneously with the excavation of the Dotonbori River.

• Shinsaibashi, Namba, Nipponbashi (Minami)
• Tourist Attractions

These photos really took me back to that night in Dotonbori!
The Glico Running Man sign—whether I saw it from across the river or photographed it from the bridge in the middle of the crowd, I couldn’t help pulling out my phone every time.
What left the deepest impression wasn’t just the flashing neon lights, but also the smell of takoyaki and ramen mingling in the air, along with the constant sound of conversations in Japanese, Chinese, and languages from around the world. Looking at these photos, I can still almost feel that lively bustle that’s unique to Osaka.