The damage from the big earthquake was really severe, but thanks to ongoing restoration efforts, things are slowly getting better. It will still take quite a while, but one day, it will definitely regain its former glory.
Kumamoto Castle | Review by Neko Love
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PLUSTA Tokyo Yaesu Chuo
PLUSTA Tokyo Yaesu Chuo is located outside the Yaesu Central South Gate at Tokyo Station. It is one of PLUSTA’s large shops and is easy to use for travelers taking the Tokaido Shinkansen. Located outside the Yaesu Central South Gate, it is easy to stop by along the route toward the Shinkansen ticket gates. Since it is in a busy area with plenty of foot traffic, it is also highly visible and easy to find even for first-time visitors.
PLUSTA feels a bit like an upgraded station convenience store. It has not only drinks and daily necessities, but also a wide selection of Tokyo souvenirs to give as gifts. If you're in a rush on the last day of your trip, a store like this is really useful.
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Tojoko Toy Kingdom
An interactive theme park built around the idea of creating a play space where children take center stage, helping nurture their growth and creativity through hands-on play with toys. A key feature is its focus on the value of play itself, with facilities where kids can actually touch and play with everything from educational toys to character toys.
Most of the rides in the park aren’t too intense, so they’re great for kids to try. The wait times aren’t too long either, so you can enjoy quite a few attractions. Great value for the money.
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Fukuoka Mitsukoshi
Fukuoka Mitsukoshi is located in Tenjin, Kyushu’s largest shopping and entertainment district. Set inside Solaria Terminal Building, a station building directly connected to Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station, it is also linked to the underground shopping area and express bus terminal, making it an easy stop for travelers. Inside, you’ll find a wide range of shops offering cosmetics, fashion, jewelry and watches, lifestyle goods, and more, while the B1 floor features LACHIC Fukuoka Tenjin, a collection of trend-conscious select shops.
Fukuoka Mitsukoshi is right next to Tenjin Station, so it’s super convenient to get to. The food hall on the basement level is really appealing, and the sweets, prepared foods, and bento boxes are all beautifully made.
