Direct from Tokyo to Hakone! I just sat back and rode in comfort, and before I knew it I was at Hakone-Yumoto.
Most Romancecars depart from Shinjuku, but the “Metro Hakone” that runs through to the Chiyoda Line is super convenient too!
mizuiro_lawson's Reviews Page 2/11
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A little urban oasis that suddenly pops up in a tight residential area.
Depending on the season, different flowers and plants welcome you! It’s not a huge park, but it’s a precious space where locals can relax and unwind. -
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A shopping street that runs straight east from Kita-Senju Station. There are lots of small shops, and it still has that old-school neighborhood vibe.
While many shopping streets around Japan are turning into shuttered ghost towns, this one is still plenty lively, and locals use it as part of their everyday routine.
I’ve heard there are plans to build high-rise condos near the station as part of redevelopment, but I really hope this current atmosphere sticks around! I don’t want it to turn into another bland, generic area you can find anywhere. -
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Koedo Kawagoe has such an old-school streetscape. Walking around is really exciting!
There are tons of shops lined up on both sides of the main road people use every day (it’s also a bus route).
Traffic is pretty heavy, so be careful not to step too far out into the street! -
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A huge, torii-like gate at Kanazawa Station.
It’s even bigger than I expected, and it totally blew me away!
It was raining, so I took photos from under the roofed area. -
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Mount Bandai looks gorgeous across the lake!
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It’s always lively! It’s so fun shopping for uniquely Japanese souvenirs!!
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If you’re a Tenka Ippin fan, the flagship is a must-visit at least once!
I tried their limited “Gyusuji Ramen” (beef tendon ramen), which you can only order at this location.
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Apparently, this place used to be the sea a long time ago. The cliffs and steep rock faces are just stunning! The weather was perfect when I visited, and it was a really pleasant season, so there were a lot of people around. You can also have fun shopping for souvenirs at the little shops! They even sell some unusual things like mamushi (snake) extract.
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A nostalgic old bridge. After a short walk from the parking area along the main road, you reach the viewing spot. The bridge is weathered, so I really wanted to see it before it collapses—glad I made it! Just a heads up, this is bear country, so make sure to bring a bear bell or take precautions.
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