IKSPIARI is a shopping and entertainment complex next to Maihama Station at Tokyo Disney Resort. It is open to the general public, and you don’t need a Disney ticket to enter. It’s just a short walk from the south exit of JR Maihama Station, so it’s very convenient to get to. The complex has clothing stores, general merchandise, household goods, souvenirs, desserts, and all kinds of restaurants, as well as a supermarket and movie theater. The overall atmosphere feels less like a typical station mall and has a strong resort vibe. When you get tired of shopping, you can take a break at a café, or stay for dinner in the evening. If you have some free time before or after visiting Disney, it’s a good place to stop by and look around.
IKSPIARI | Review by Linda Liao
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Kobe Anpanman Children’s Museum & Mall
This is a spot for children to meet their hero, Anpanman. The building is divided into two floors, with the museum on the second floor (admission fee applies) and a shopping mall on the first floor (free to enter).
日本小朋友幾乎都認識的麵包超人！聽說在不少日本家庭裡，麵包超人的話有時候甚至比爸媽還管用哈。難怪日本各地會有這麼多麵包超人博物館、主題設施與特色列車。
小時候自己也曾經看過麵包超人卡通，長大後再次看到熟悉的角色，還是會有一種小小的懷舊感。這次來到四國，也安排搭乘麵包超人特色列車，從松山站出發，列車會沿著予讚線一路行駛，往北可前往伊予西條、高松，部分班次還會一路銜接至岡山；往南則有前往伊予大洲、八幡浜、宇和島方向的列車。沿途一邊欣賞四國風景，大人也可以輕鬆享受被麵包超人包圍的樂趣。
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GATSBY Body Paper
This body paper series of products helps to remove sweat, stickiness, and odors. It’s a convenient product that can be easily used any time, anywhere. Simply wipe your body with the large non-woven paper.
Summers in Japan have become unbearably hot over the past year or two, so it’s no wonder that many companies have started offering “extra-cooling body wipes”! And yes, they really are incredibly cooling when you use them (laughs). The sheets are larger than regular wet wipes, so you can wipe everything from your face and neck to your body, arms, and legs. They’re especially useful after exercising or spending an entire day walking outdoors. GATSBY also offers many different scents, so there are plenty to choose from. While browsing, I even came across a fig scent. It was honestly a little bizarre, and I couldn’t help taking a second look. Keep a pack in your bag when you go out in the summer, and you can freshen up anytime!
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KITTE Hakata
Conveniently located with direct access to Hakata Station, KITTE Hakata is a large-scale commercial complex developed by Japan Post as part of its “KITTE” brand. Spanning B1 to 11 floors above ground, this larger-than life complex boasts approximately 30,800 square meters of retail space and a heaping catalog of impeccable dining and shopping.
KITTE Hakata is in a very convenient location. Just turn left after exiting Hakata Station, and you’ll get there quickly. It’s an easy stop whether you’re transferring trains, shopping, or getting something to eat. Inside, there are plenty of restaurants, lifestyle goods stores, and souvenir shops, so you can take care of both shopping and dining in one place. There’s also a supermarket on the first floor. In the past, before heading home from every business trip, I would make a special stop here to stock up, especially on natto, since it was convenient and they carried several different brands. One visit during Christmas was particularly memorable. The area around the station was covered in lights, and once they lit up at night, the atmosphere became especially lively. With all the travelers coming and going and the festive decorations, the entire Hakata Station area was filled with a cheerful mood.
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