I originally came to see the Mikasa Memorial Ship, but on the way I unexpectedly found the ferry terminal for Sarushima. Sarushima is the only natural island in Tokyo Bay and was once a military fortress. The island still has historic brick tunnels and artillery battery ruins. The old stone walls covered in greenery, combined with the mysterious and tranquil atmosphere, look like a movie set. Next time, I’d like to take the ferry to the island and experience the charm of this lesser-known secluded spot for myself!
Mujin-to Sarushima Island | Review by Linda Liao
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Underground Mall Grand Festa / Festa BLD. in front of Himeji Station
Underground Mall Grand Festa is the expansive 7,000㎡ shopping hub that’s directly connected via underground passages at select Himeji Station exits. The entire floor is divided into “streets” 1 through 6, each zone with plenty of Himeji soul food classics, apparel, cosmetics, local sake, Japanese confections and more to shop.
姬路 FESTA 位於 JR 姬路站前，是姬路市區相當便利的複合式商業設施，從車站出來就能直接前往。館內有不少餐飲、服飾、雜貨與生活相關店鋪，其中也能找到姬路在地美食與伴手禮，很適合逛街途中找間店坐下來吃飯。對於以 JR 姬路站為交通中心的旅客來說，無論是抵達後覓食、短暫休息或回程前採買，都相當方便。
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Kappabashi Dougu Street®
Kappabashi Dougu Street is a shopping district between Tokyo’s Asakusa and Ueno areas that extends around 800 meters from north to south. It is an interesting shopping district, where around 160 shops all related to food items all gather, selling the obvious items like cooking utensils and tableware, as well as other things like restaurant signboards.
Tokyo’s Kappabashi Dougu Street is truly a treasure-hunting paradise for tableware enthusiasts and household goods lovers! It’s packed with all kinds of baking tools, exquisite lacquerware, and distinctive tableware. As you stroll through the streets and alleys, you can always stumble upon cute, beautifully designed bowls and plates. Whether it’s a delicate small dish with traditional Japanese patterns or a uniquely shaped Western-style plate, the affordable prices make it hard not to reach for your wallet.
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Japanese vessel Dengama
Kappabashi Dougu Street is home to many kitchenware stores. Facing the Kikuyabashi intersection, the entrance to the Kappabashi Dougu Street, this Japanese tableware store is always crowded with shoppers. Inside the store, as well as outside the store, you will find a lineup of dishes purchased directly from the kiln, creating an atmosphere similar to that of a pottery market, which is popular among foreign tourists.
This place is truly a paradise for lovers of pottery and traditional crafts. The calm, elegant atmosphere inside lets you slow down and carefully appreciate the delicate textures and craftsmanship of Arita ware and pieces from renowned kilns around Japan. Just quietly looking at these beautiful vessels makes me incredibly happy. The cute cups I was lucky enough to find and buy this time have now become favorites at home. I take them out every afternoon for tea, adding a little sense of occasion to everyday life~
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