Share Star Hakodate | Review by Gina C

This time at Chunichi Building, I made a special point of buying coffee beans from Blue Bottle Coffee. For someone who loves coffee, this was another great find from the trip.

Blue Bottle Coffee is loved by many for its minimalist brand design and coffee culture. The familiar blue bottle logo alone is instantly recognizable! I brought the coffee beans home so I can brew them myself and slowly relive the wonderful memories of this trip to Japan in my everyday life.

These don't taste quite like ordinary sweet candy. They have a salty-sweet flavor that reminds me of a sports drink, giving them a familiar yet distinctive taste. They're not just simply sweet, which makes them pretty unique! Each tablet is small and easy to carry. Just keep some in your bag, and they're very convenient when traveling or walking a lot.

Summers in Japan are really hot, especially when you're traveling and often walking around outdoors. Besides remembering to stay hydrated, you also need to be mindful of the salt you lose through sweating.

In Kobe's harbor area, besides enjoying the waterfront scenery, you can also stop by the Kobe Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall! This place is paradise for Anpanman fans. From the moment you enter, it's full of childlike fun, with familiar characters like Anpanman, Baikinman, and other adorable characters everywhere. Just looking at the decorations makes you want to take photos to remember your visit.

Inside, there are many play facilities and interactive areas for children, where they can get up close to their favorite cartoon characters and enjoy the cheerful atmosphere. Even adults who are just accompanying their children will be drawn in by the cute settings and feel as if they've suddenly returned to their childhood!

Besides the children's museum, the shopping mall next door is also well worth exploring. It has plenty of Anpanman-themed merchandise, from stuffed toys and stationery to all kinds of souvenirs. Anpanman fans are sure to have a great time browsing. If you're looking for souvenirs from Kobe, you can also see if anything catches your eye.