Miyama Folk Museum | Review by Gina C

Ginkaku-ji in Kyoto is one of the city's most iconic historic sites and is as famous as Kinkaku-ji. Although it doesn't glitter like Kinkaku-ji, Ginkaku-ji has an understated, elegant beauty and is filled with the spirit of Japanese Zen. As soon as you enter the temple grounds, you can feel the peaceful, relaxed atmosphere.

The temple's most distinctive features are the Ginshadan, made of piled white sand, and the tall Kogetsudai. Their simple shapes are full of artistic beauty. Together with the surrounding gardens, moss, and green trees, the entire scene looks very elegant, making you want to slow down and take in the beauty of the Japanese garden.

The railroad crossing in front of Kamakurakōkōmae Station is an iconic location from the anime Slam Dunk! I'm sure many people immediately think of the scene in the opening where Sakuragi Hanamichi and Haruko meet as soon as they see this place. As one of the classic locations from Slam Dunk, it's definitely worth making a special pilgrimage here!

The blue ocean is right next to the crossing, and with the Enoden train slowly passing by, the whole scene is filled with the youthful feeling of a Japanese anime, as if you've actually stepped into an animated world. There are also many visitors who come specifically to take photos. Everyone wants to capture the iconic moment when the train passes, and seeing this familiar scene in person is truly exciting!

I bought Meiji Macadamia Chocolate in Japan, and as a chocolate lover, I really couldn't pass it up! The outside is coated in rich milk chocolate, with a macadamia nut inside. The combination of chocolate and macadamia nut is so flavorful!