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Yoroshi Keshodo (Cosmetics) “365 Hand Cream”

Yoroshi Keshodo (Cosmetics) develops and distributes original skincare products based on the concept of Taisho Romanticism. They are famous for their pretty package designs and the quality derived from the beauty essence of rice bran and sake lees.

• Asakusa, Tokyo Skytree
• Cosmetics

This is the very famous hand cream and lip balm with dates on them from the shopping street in front of Sensoji Temple. I really think this idea is brilliant〜

As a souvenir, it feels like, hey〜I bought this because I was thinking especially of you!
And the scents are the kind that pretty much everyone likes, making it an impressive omiyage.

It also has your special date on it, like a birthday charm. The main selling point is that it’s one of a kind, and I’m exactly the kind of shopper who falls for that.

I immediately bought three, for my beloved grandma, my best friend, and myself〜

(Everyone else crying in the corner???

My grandma actually liked it quite a bit. She didn’t care at all what was written on it, but when I went to Tokyo a second time and didn’t buy her one, she actually got mad at me⋯
I guess she really likes the texture?

As for my friend, her hands get really sweaty, so I bought her the lip balm (I’m so thoughtful

As for mine⋯I haven’t used it at all ( ･᷄ὢ･᷅ ) I’m really so good at wasting things hahahahaha.

For the sake of writing this review, I dug it out from some unknown corner just to take a photo〜

Namba Marui

Located in the heart of Osaka's Minami area, Namba, it is directly connected to the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line Namba Station via an underground pathway, allowing customers to enter without getting wet even on rainy days. It also has good access from other JR and private railway stations.

• Shinsaibashi, Namba, Nipponbashi (Minami)
• Commercial Buildings

We came here because my second aunt wanted to shop at GU or UQ—I forget, hahaha.
I looked around a bit myself and thought it was just okay〜

But then, unexpectedly, I found my favorite, gelato pique!

I thought I'd try my luck and see if they had the shark set, and they actually did! It was the men's version, but there happened to be a big summer sale at the time. I originally thought new items wouldn't be included, but when I checked the official website, they actually were.
(When I looked for it in Okayama before, the last one was in the hands of the lady right in front of me, and the sales associate told me they were sold out.

I can't believe I happened to find it here〜〜〜

The sales associate went out of his way to dig these out for me and said these were all they had left. I got the feeling he didn't think I'd buy them, but I'm the kind of person who'll surprise you. I didn't even try them on and bought them right away, hehe.

They were 30% off the original price, with another 10% off if you bought two, plus tax-free shopping. Wasn't everything just perfectly aligned?
And they were my favorite sharks. I'm basically the goddess of luck, right?

I immediately said, “これ and これ ください!”

The female sales associate's eyes widened, and she quickly called the tax-free counter for me and led me on a run through the department store〜

The person at the tax-free counter was a Chinese international student. He told me I was so lucky because if they hadn't just called, the counter would have closed. He also said my card looked really fancy.

Then the next second, he actually dropped my card?

I was like, what??? I was dumbfounded⋯

But anyway, I was super happy that I got those two pieces!
I even went back specifically to thank the female sales associate〜〜

Then, right when I was all happy, my second aunt and cousin got into an argument!
My second aunt thought my cousin had picked a size that was too small, but I guess he just likes wearing fitted clothes?

My second aunt told him to choose for himself, but after he did, she picked out another one that she thought was better.

My cousin got super mad right away.
(I'd be mad too.
“Then why did you tell me to choose?”

The two of them stayed mad the whole way, so even though I'd gotten my favorite shark set, I didn't dare act too happy at all.

We even came to this department store twice. We came back again on the last day because I guess my second aunt felt she was partly at fault, hahaha.

But amid all this chaos, I also saw a beautiful sunset glow.

On one hand, I unexpectedly found the shark set I'd been longing for; on the other, my family got into an argument for no apparent reason. Then, at the end, I looked up and saw the beautiful sunset.

But that's what trips are like—messy, but with some lucky memories worth remembering too, I guess〜(˶‾᷄ ⁻̫ ‾᷅˵)

SKIN AQUA Hyaluronic Serum UV

In addition to SPF50+ / PA++++ UV protection, this sunscreen contains a high concentration of three types of hyaluronic acid to help keep moisture on the skin’s surface. It covers a wide range of UV rays, from UV-A to UV-B, and uses Light-Durability Capsule NEO®, which helps keep its UV protection from breaking down due to exposure to light such as UV rays.

• Cosmetics

Because so many people recommended it, I easily lost all self-control, and it also claims to be non-sticky〜 so I bought it〜 It's so easy to make money off women (⁎⁍̴̛ᴗ⁍̴̛⁎)
I still think it's a little sticky. Compared with others, it's already not that sticky, but I'm pretty picky. It doesn't make your hair stick, though, and it has a faint sunscreen smell!
But I'm also pretty lazy and can't be bothered to apply it, so I don't really know how effective the sun protection is. There are lots of videos where they divide the skin into sections and test products under strong sunlight, and this one is pretty good〜 The strongest is still black tape hahahaha
You can also use it on your face〜

Black Thunder

This chocolate snack is very popular for its affordable price of 40 yen and deliciousness. Cocoa cookie and plain biscuit are coated with chocolate. You can taste the light bitterness of a cocoa cookie matched with the sweetness of chocolate. Crunchy texture and the volume which can fill your stomach lightly pleases you.

• Snacks

Super-sweet chocolate + crunchy cookies = Black Thunder
It had been a really, really long time since I'd had Black Thunder. It was hugely popular for a while, and I was obsessed with it in elementary school. I heard you couldn't even buy it in Japan back then!
I think one of my classmates brought back a bag to hand out to everyone, and everyone looked at them like they were a celebrity. It was hilarious 😆
I was no exception, because I also wanted to taste what everyone was scrambling to get〜
Sure enough, it tasted extra special. I also had a huge sweet tooth back then. Wow, it was so good〜 I really wanted another one.
Back then, anyone who had Black Thunder was a celebrity. Elementary school was so simple and uneventful, haha.
But now,
when I see it at a convenience store, I don't even feel like buying it. So funny.
I've noticed that chocolate products often cause buying frenzies in Taiwan. Does everyone remember the dirty chocolate bun?

Alinamin EX Plus

Alinamin EX Plus is great for sleep-deprived, modern go-getters who face eye fatigue, stiff shoulders, and lower back pain. Alinamin is a trusted brand in play for 65 years.

• Medicine

Alinamin is
my grandma's, grandpa's, and mom's go-to health supplement.
(It really does get rave reviews, huh? This isn't sponsored haha.)
The older ladies and men at my company buy this all the time. I see people bringing it back for others all the time〜
I kept wondering, is it really that miraculous?
Out of curiosity, I opened my mom's bottle and took three pills. Sorry, maybe I'm still young, so I didn't really feel anything. Or maybe I'm just not very sensitive. As long as I'm in a good mood, I feel as energized as a fully charged battery haha.
Though honestly, I'm not actually that healthy haha.
The only thing I really noticed was that when I went to the bathroom, there was a pretty strong medicinal smell. I love drinking water because walking over to refill my cup lets me slack off for a bit, so it can't be because I don't drink enough water, right? But when I'm too busy, I can't do that⋯ Being a corporate drone is so sad😭
I'll try it again when I'm older〜

Yufu Mabushi Shin Kinrin Lake Main Store

This restaurant offers three types of "Yufu Mabushi," a dish that explores the unique ways of enjoying rice in Yufuin. Served in clay pots, the dishes feature Bungo beef, local Yufu chicken, and eel, each accompanied by appetizers, pickles, condiments, and red miso soup.

• Oita
• Japanese Cuisine

I honestly think this place is a bit overrated.

I remember arriving at our guesthouse completely exhausted that day. It was cold and rainy, and the owner seemed to have forgotten our reservation, so we waited in the pouring rain for over 20 minutes before checking in. After dropping off our luggage, we even made a special trip to the location near the station—there are two locations—to eat here.

So many people had recommended it that my expectations were sky-high. I have to admit, the presentation was impressive, and the first couple of bites were pretty tasty.

Usually, after walking a long way when I’m exhausted and starving, anything tastes amazing. But even in that state, this place didn’t make me think, “Wow, this is incredible!” It didn’t bring me back to life, so it’s a no for me.

It’s worth trying once, but I wouldn’t go back.

You can turn it into ochazuke, and it comes with a plate of pickles and several sauces on the side. It’s on the pricey side, although the bowl really is loaded with beef.

Still, it gets more and more heavy and monotonous as you eat. Overall, it just wasn’t to my taste.

Tottori–Matsue Pass

The Tottori and Shimane area harmoniously blends natural beauty with cultural heritage, featuring scenic coastlines, majestic mountains, and historic towns. In addition to famous landmarks such as the Tottori Sand Dunes, Matsue Castle, and Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine, the region is also known for its hot springs and local cuisine, making it an appealing destination for a relaxing trip. Because the sightseeing spots are spread out across a wide area, using trains and buses is the recommended way to explore.

• Tottori
• Shimane
• Tickets & Passes

I used this pass to go to Shinji, Koge, and Sakaiminato.
(Whenever I buy a JR PASS, my bargain-loving Taiwanese side comes out. I have to ride enough to get my money's worth so I don't waste the money I worked so hard for, and I want to see everywhere.)

The place that left the deepest impression on me was Shinji!

I'd always wanted to see the famous sunset over Lake Shinji. But I hadn't done my research and thought, the closest station to Lake Shinji must be Shinji Station, right? I can just get off there〜

To my surprise, as the train kept going, an incredibly beautiful sunset appeared outside the window, so I just kept staring out the window.
(I'm the kind of person who goes crazy for sunrises, sunsets, and the ocean

I was also starting to get hungry haha. At one point, I even thought about just heading straight to Izumo Taisha, thinking it would probably still be lively at night, right? Unfortunately, I couldn't work up the courage in the end⋯

And then!!!

This was where the real adventure began.

After getting off at Shinji Station, I looked around the area a bit and realized⋯ there was literally nothing there, and the station was unmanned!

There were only three students on the entire platform, plus me, so just four people.

I started getting a little nervous. Was I screwed? Should I have gotten off at Matsue instead? I hurried to buy a ticket to go back, and I kept having trouble using the machine😭

Then the three students boarded a train, and a large group of students got off, so I felt a little relieved. But within a few minutes, they all scattered like birds and animals and disappeared. It also felt like it suddenly became completely dark at that moment.

I was the only person left on the entire platform
(I was seriously panicking
I quickly called a friend and asked him to keep me company, and my mind even started wandering to urban legends like Kisaragi Station⋯

Luckily, my friend didn't laugh at me or kick me while I was down. If it had been my family, they probably would have worried while nagging me, saying that's what you get for always running around everywhere by yourself⋯ especially my grandma haha.

But honestly, I was really scared at the time.

I kept standing at the front of the platform waiting for the express train because I didn't want to take a local train—it was way too slow—and that's how I got myself into this situation.
(I'm such a genius

I didn't even dare look behind me because I didn't know whether it would be scarier if someone was there or if no one was there😖😭

Even now, looking back on it, it still feels terrifying.

But because of this, the trip gave me one more memory, and I think I was really brave!
And thankfully, I made it safely back to Tottori Station in the end and quickly ate MOS Burger to calm my nerves
(It tasted especially good

This is the story of one person's brave adventure.
(Pretty impressive, right? I don't know why I always manage to run into all kinds of situations, but that's also why I have so many experiences to write about

SUWADA Seisakusho (SUWADA Blacksmith Works, Inc.)

Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata, which has a world-renowned reputation as a "manufacturing town," still carries on the blacksmithing and metalworking techniques that have been cultivated since the Edo period.

• Niigata
• Experiences Facilities

Yay~~~ I got home from work and found that the amazing nail clippers I won in June had finally arrived~~~

I hope I can visit the factory someday!

But I realized I don't really know how to use them, hahaha. I guess my hands aren't fancy enough...

I actually couldn't decide between the comb and the nail clippers. My friends all wanted me to pick the comb because they said I probably wouldn't use the clippers much...

But I don't care! I love things like this that can last a long time and feel a little luxurious. (Even though I usually get my nails done...)

But!

I still have toenails! (I say with confidence, haha.)

Maybe this will motivate me to trim them more often.

Back in middle school, I started liking longer nails because mine had always been cut extremely short. When I was little, my uncle would trim off all the white parts because he said they looked dirty.

That made me feel a little self-conscious. Other people had long, slender fingers and beautiful nails, while I had stubby fingers and unattractive nails...

Things are better now, though. My nails still split occasionally, and it hurts like crazy. But when that happens, I'll finally get to use these amazing clippers!

I hope I can put them to good use and experience the spirit of Japanese craftsmanship.

Please, let me feel it!

Pocky Chocolate

Pocky was created in 1966 as the world’s first rod-shaped chocolate sweet. It is a rod-shaped pretzel snack covered in a chocolate coating, and it has a very pleasant texture. The combination of that delicious flavor with a way to keep your hands clean after snacking made them into a huge hit.

• Snacks

Pocky—the classic chocolate-covered biscuit sticks!
I’m sure lots of people are like me and only enjoy the chocolate-covered part. There are tons of different flavors, and pretty much everyone has tried them, right?
(Though honestly, I’m not a huge fan because I can never finish a box... I only eat a few sticks.)

Still, I have a little story about Pocky.
One day, I took a special trip to Yuanshan to visit a drink shop. Since it was also dinnertime, I opened Google and started checking reviews for a good place to eat. I’m so easily won over by five-star ratings...

I picked a nearby pasta place, and guess what!
As soon as I walked in, I ran into a guy I had a crush on in middle school, hahaha. I had barely been shown to my seat when he recognized me...
My mind completely froze. I looked pretty sloppy that day, and I was there alone... It turned out he was picking up an order because he worked there part-time. After washing my hands, I flicked some water on him. Just to clarify, we used to joke around like that in middle school!
I guess he was used to my personality? He didn’t say anything and just smiled helplessly...

He even gave me a JPY 20 discount and called it a small gesture. Of course I had to return the favor! I spent forever trying to decide what to get at the convenience store, and finally chose Pocky because he loves chocolate, haha.
I took it back and asked the woman at the counter to give it to him. And that’s how I ended up with this fun memory tied to Pocky!
Honestly, chatting with him was pretty awkward since we hadn’t spoken in such a long time. Just putting that out there first! 🤣

Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum

A dome-shaped museum located on the low hill near the center of the explosion displaying 1500 preserved documents and personal mementos. You can get an easy understanding of atomic bombs with a design of exhibitions performing a plot with wishes for peace and also describing the devastating terrors of an atomic bomb and the history of nuclear weapons.

• Nagasaki
• Museums

My friend wanted to visit the Atomic Bomb Museum, and since I didn’t have anything planned, I tagged along. It also let me check off my second atomic bomb site.
I wasn’t that interested at first, but seeing so many international visitors reading everything so seriously, I ended up following along with the translations for quite a while.
The video showing the power of the atomic bomb left the strongest impression. Even after watching it two or three times, it was still pretty shocking.