When I traveled to Hokkaido for the first time, I originally wanted to try riding a JR East train, but the railway wasn't open yet at the time, so I'll have to put it on the list for my next trip.
I've always felt that traveling by train has a special charm. You can sit back and slowly enjoy the scenery along the way, and easily visit different cities without having to drive yourself. Hokkaido's natural scenery along the route is also something to look forward to!
Nihombashi Takashimaya S.C.
Nihombashi Takashimaya was opened at the current place in Tokyo in 1933. The flagship store of this national department store will have the 90th anniversary in 2023, which is known as a landmark in Nihombashi area.
I went shopping at Nihombashi Takashimaya S.C. in Tokyo and even bought a Gucci bag this time! The overall atmosphere at Takashimaya is very comfortable, and there are lots of brands to choose from. It feels refined and is a great place to browse and take your time choosing. I was really happy to finally find a bag I liked.
I looked at several different designs while choosing, but in the end, I still felt this one suited me best. The moment I bought it, I felt the satisfaction of finding the perfect souvenir from my trip. Thinking about carrying it when I go out makes this Tokyo trip feel like an even more special memory.
Yomiuriland
Yomiuriland is the historic, representative amusement park of Tokyo that is located in the area spanning across Inagi, Tokyo and Kawasaki, Kanagawa.
At Tokyo's Yomiuriland, I found quite a few cute limited-edition items, and the stickers were especially eye-catching! The various cute designs really capture the amusement park feel, and whenever I saw one I liked, I couldn't help wanting to take it home for my collection.
The stickers are small and convenient, making them perfect for a suitcase, notebook, or travel journal. They're also a meaningful little souvenir from the trip.
JR KYUSHU RAIL PASS
The JR KYUSHU RAIL PASS is a great-value rail pass offered by JR Kyushu for international visitors. It provides unlimited travel on JR lines throughout Kyushu-including local trains, limited express trains, and even the Kyushu Shinkansen. You can choose from 3-, 5-, or 7-day passes, and select the area that suits your itinerary: Northern Kyushu, Southern Kyushu, or All Kyushu.
On my trip to Kyushu, I used the JR KYUSHU RAIL PASS, and it was really convenient for visiting several cities in one trip! Attractions around Kyushu are relatively far apart, so traveling by JR train saves a lot of time on transfers and buying tickets.
Along the way, you can enjoy the scenery of different parts of Kyushu through the train window, making the train ride itself part of the journey. Especially if your itinerary includes several cities, planning your routes and travel sections in advance makes using the pass easier.
