Walking through the Snow Valley, the snow walls on both sides looked kind of gray and dirty. It was pretty different from what I imagined snow walls would be like.
Tateyama Kurobe Snow Valley Festival | Review by Vicky Liu
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Okonomiyaki Mitchan Sohonten Orizuru Tower Shop
Step through the first floor of Orizuru Tower to find the famed branch of long-established Mitchan Sohonten and the impeccable taste of Hiroshima’s famous okonomiyaki. Inside you won’t be able to miss the impressive 8-meter teppan flat-top and the wide-eyed view of mid-sizzle magic in plain sight.
It doesn't get heavy at all. The aroma from the teppan grill is super tempting, and the portions are generous. The vibe inside is lively but not chaotic. The staff are friendly, and you can really feel the steady professionalism of a long-established place.
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Mt. Hakodate Observatory
The Mt. Hakodate Observatory is the final stop of Mt. Hakodate Ropeway. The first floor features an inside lounge, the Ryoubi Park popular among locals as a less-crowded area to enjoy the night sceneries. The second floor features a summit shop, and restaurant selling Mt. Hakodate original goods. The third floor features a tea lounge, and the fourth floor features an observatory lounge.
Whether it's daytime or night, you'll get a totally different visual experience and sense of awe. The night view, in particular, is absolutely unforgettable.
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Todaiji Temple
In the Nara period (710-794), Emperor Shomu had the Rushana Daibutsu (Great Buddha) built at his request, and a memorial service was held in 752. This temple is one of the representative temples of Nara. It took nearly 40 years to build the temple complex.
The main hall, built entirely of wood, has been damaged many times by fires and earthquakes. There's a big wooden pillar in the back with a hole at the base—people line up to crawl through it. It's said that if you make it through, you'll get rid of bad luck and receive good fortune! 👍
