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Kawaramachi OPA is a landmark shopping center located in Kyoto’s bustling Shijo-Kawaramachi district. It houses around 60 specialty stores offering trendy fashion, beauty products, lifestyle goods, anime merchandise, unique dining options, and more, making it especially popular with young people ages 10 to 30〜

Yurakucho Marui combines fashion, lifestyle goods, and dining in a comfortable shopping environment filled with greenery. Its biggest feature is its active promotion of subcultures, with a large area dedicated to anime and gaming events. It frequently hosts pop-up exhibitions and themed events featuring popular IPs. There was even a pop-up café featuring beautiful girl characters before, but unfortunately, I missed it. It was a shame.

Located in the Sakae area of central Nagoya, this is a prominent local shopping and entertainment complex that is easily accessible from Sakae Station on the Nagoya subway. Its most iconic feature is the huge Sky-Boat Ferris wheel on the outside of the building, whose striking appearance has made it one of the Sakae area's landmarks. During the day, the Ferris wheel is eye-catching against the bustling surrounding streets. At night, the lights create an even more romantic atmosphere, making you want to stop and take photos again.

Kabukicho is one of the most popular places to visit when traveling to Shinjuku and is also one of Tokyo's famous entertainment districts. It is packed with all kinds of restaurants, izakaya, bars, and entertainment venues, while the colorful neon lights and signs lining the streets showcase Tokyo's lively, bustling side. At night in particular, the entire district is brightly lit and filled with a constant flow of people, creating an even livelier atmosphere. It's a great place to experience Shinjuku's unique nightlife and cityscape. However, since the area gets crowded at night and has a wide range of establishments, travelers should stay alert. In addition to watching their belongings, they should be cautious of strangers approaching them or trying to sell them something and pay attention to their personal safety.

You can spot the eye-catching red Ferris wheel in the city from far away, adding a splash of bright color to the skyline. The area is full of youthful energy and is a romantic landmark popular with many young people for outings and dates. As the Ferris wheel slowly rises, you can take in the entire bustling cityscape. It’s definitely one of the best places to experience the pulse of the city and its romantic atmosphere.

The SEKKISEI CLEAR WELLNESS UV Series has a light, refreshing texture, spreads well, and doesn’t feel noticeably heavy or sticky after application. It’s convenient for everyday outings and travel, providing UV protection while keeping the skin comfortable. Overall, it feels gentle and natural and is suitable for people who prefer lightweight sunscreens.

When visiting the Kiyomizu-zaka and Sannenzaka area around Kiyomizu Temple in Kyoto, it’s easy to notice the long-established Shichimiya Honpo while shopping. With a long history, it’s known for its Kyoto-style shichimi togarashi, which skillfully blends chili pepper, sansho pepper, sesame, and other spices to create layers of aroma and heat. It makes a great Kyoto souvenir to take home. I like to sprinkle a little on meat dishes I make at home, as it adds more depth to the original flavors. It’s also great in ramen and soups, adding aroma and a mildly spicy flavor. Most importantly, the shichimi togarashi comes in lightweight packaging and doesn’t take up much room in your luggage, making it easy to pick up during a trip. In my experience, the Japanese people I’ve met don’t tend to like very spicy food, so there’s usually no need to worry too much about the heat level of this kind of shichimi powder.

Located near Kiyomizu-dera in Kyoto, the Yojiya Kiyomizu Sannenzaka Store has a simple, understated exterior that blends naturally with the surrounding traditional streetscape. Inside, you can find its signature oil-blotting paper, Mayugomori hand cream, fragrance and sleep-related products, as well as cute “Yojiko” merchandise. In addition to the classic items, they also release seasonal or limited-time products, which would surely make popular gifts for sisters, female friends, or older women〜

As expected from a famous restaurant, you have to wait in line before being seated during mealtimes〜 Okonomiyaki is one of Japan’s most iconic comfort foods. Cabbage, batter, meat or seafood, and other ingredients are mixed together and cooked on a griddle, then topped with a special sauce, mayonnaise, seaweed, and bonito flakes, making it wonderfully aromatic. Different regions have their own distinctive styles, and it’s affordable and filling! Even sharing it with small spatulas feels very Japanese.

If you like Sanrio characters, don’t miss this store when visiting Tokyo Character Street! In addition to classic characters like Hello Kitty, Kuromi, and Cinnamoroll, you can also find harder-to-come-by merchandise featuring My Melody, Pompompurin, and Pochacco. They have everything from plush toys and stationery to household goods. During special occasions like Christmas and Valentine’s Day, they may also release limited-edition items with cute, collectible designs that are worth considering.