Asahikawa Station is absolutely beautiful. If you're a train enthusiast, you'll love it here! Every photo I took inside the station turned out amazing. I definitely consider Asahikawa Station a must-visit spot in Hokkaido.
JR Asahikawa Station | Review by William Chen
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Keio Takaosan Onsen Gokurakuyu
Mount Takao is a Michelin 3-star destination that sees countless tourists from Japan and across the world. It’s also home to Keio Takaosan Onsen Gokurakuyu, a coveted daytrip hot springs spot located conveniently near Takaosan-guchi station so you can easily tack on a dip to your next hiking or sightseeing trip.
The outdoor hot spring was super relaxing. On a clear day, soaking while enjoying the mountain view is just the best way to unwind.
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Ueno Tosho-gu
A shrine dedicated to the first shogun of the Edo shogunate (1603-1867), Tokugawa Ieyasu.
It's super easy to walk here from Ueno Station. Visiting the zoo and museum along the way makes for a perfect little trip.
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Kitakami City Park Tenshochi
This park is located along Kitakami River which runs north to south at the center of Iwate. Famous for its cherry blossoms, the 29,300㎡ premises host nearly 10,000 cherry trees. The 2km-long cherry promenade from Sango Bridge is well-known and selected into “the Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots.” From mid April to early May, “Kitakami Tenshochi Cherry Festival” is held each year. During the festival, a carriage goes along the cherry promenade and a monster sword dance and other traditional arts are performed on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
Kitakami Tenshochi was selected as one of the Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots by the Japan Cherry Blossom Association in 1990. You can even ride a horse-drawn carriage or take a boat along the cherry blossom promenade—such a unique experience!
