I was able to relax in the hot spring while enjoying the beautiful views of Mt. Fuji and the Kofu Basin. The water wasn't too hot, so I could soak longer than usual. Cash is required for the admission fee and lockers. Food is also available.
Hottarakashi Onsen ( Hot spring ) | Review by HACHI Taro
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Aomori Nebuta Festival
The Aomori Nebuta Festival is held in central Aomori City between August 2 and 7 every year and attracts as many as 1 million visitors every year. With records dating back to the late Edo period (around 1842), this historic festival is one of the Three Great Festivals of Tohoku and is designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan.
I went to the Aomori Nebuta Festival, one of the Three Great Festivals of Tohoku. The powerful nebuta floats, the sound of the drums, and the crowd's chants all came together to make it very moving.
However, convenience stores and other businesses had stopped allowing people to use their restrooms, so I had a hard time finding one. If you're planning to go, I recommend checking the festival flyer and locating nearby restrooms in advance. -
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Gotemba Kogen Tokinosumika
A large resort complex in Gotemba City, Shizuoka Prefecture, and a popular sightseeing spot that brings together accommodations, hot springs, dining, and activities. Its spacious setting at the foot of Mount Fuji is part of its appeal, with a wide range of facilities including seven hotels and cottages, natural hot springs, and craft beer restaurants.
The spacious grounds have all kinds of places to enjoy, including a restaurant where you can drink craft beer, a chocolate shop, and even a goldfish aquarium, so it makes for a really nice walk.
At night, we also enjoyed the beautiful illuminations.
It was convenient that there were free shuttle buses from multiple stations.
We stayed at Hotel Tokinosumika.
We were able to use the Kirakubo hot spring facility, which made for a very relaxing stay. -
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Heidi’s Village (Yamanashi Prefectural Flower Center)
Set in the Swiss Alps, the 1974 anime “Heidi, Girl of the Alps” follows the life of a little girl named Heidi. With story favorites like the iconic straw bed and natural landscapes, or the ooey gooey melted cheese, there are so many scenes from Heidi’s world to cherish.
I got to see lots of beautiful flowers. I’d love to visit again when the flowers I want to see are in bloom.
The buildings, restaurant, and shops were also lovely and really captured the world of Heidi. -
