So many cute capsule toys. You can spend quite a while just hunting for treasures inside the store. I can only say I’m really impressed by the Japanese sense of design and creativity. There are so many delicate little decorations that it’s hard not to give in. If you get your favorite design on the first try, you’ll be very happy. It’s a little paradise where you can forget your worries for a while.
Akihabara Gachapon Kaikan | Review by Linda Liao
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The 3D Cat at Shinjuku East Exit
Located above the East Exit plaza of Shinjuku Station, one of the busiest train stations in the world, the giant 3D calico cat peers down at passersby in a dynamic video display. Since its debut in July 2021, the lifelike, seemingly popping-out 3D cat has captured widespread attention and has been featured in both domestic and international media.
The 3D cat animation at Shinjuku East Exit is so lifelike that it makes you gasp! The giant cat sometimes pokes its head out and sometimes stretches, looking so vivid that it seems like it could jump out of the screen at any moment. Many passersby stopped to take photos and videos, completely captivated by its cute, lively movements. It was seriously so cute〜
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FLUCORT®f
Among the topical steroids sold in Japanese drugstores, those containing fluocinolone acetonide are the most highly ranked anti-inflammatory agents.
This is a topical steroid ointment mainly used to relieve redness, inflammation, and itching caused by eczema and dermatitis. It is also a common skin medication in Japanese households. In my experience, it worked quite well for dyshidrotic eczema. However, since it contains a steroid, it would be more reassuring to consult a doctor before using it.
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Rainbow Bridge
“Rainbow Bridge,” an approximately 800-meter-long suspension bridge, is an iconic part of Tokyo architecture that connects Odaiba and Shibaura. At night the bridge is beautifully illuminated, and many people visit it to take pictures of one of Tokyo’s most well-known night views. The bridge has a dual structure: the upper section functions as an Metropolitan expressway, while the lower section is used by a general roadway, the Yurikamome Line, and a walking path.
The famous Tokyo Bay landmark, Rainbow Bridge, spans the bay with its white structure, connecting central Tokyo and Odaiba. It looks magnificent during the day and even more romantic and captivating when illuminated at night. From Odaiba Seaside Park, you can enjoy sweeping views of the bridge and Tokyo Bay. Framing Rainbow Bridge, Tokyo Bay, and the Statue of Liberty together also makes for a great composition.
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