Monja Kura
The umami from the soup stock packs a punch thanks to the butter used to grill the monjayaki. The special broth and milk used to make a cream sauce style monjayaki is most popular, often calling for lines. The shop also deserves praise for the large volume of monjayaki compared to other shops.
- Area
- Tsukishima and Tokyo
- Activities
- グルメ, 日本料理, and お好み焼き/たこ焼き
Whity Umeda
Whity Umeda forms a large part of the underground shopping center below Osaka Station. The shopping center is visited by around 600,000 people per day – the most visitors out of any shopping center in Japan. There are over 70 restaurants rich in variety, with reasonable prices in comparison to the pricey food stores inside […]
- Area
- Osaka North and 大阪府
Dotonbori Glico Sign
Major Japanese manufacturer Glico put up the sign in 1935. The version currently on display is the sixth rendition, remade in 2014. The sign’s happy-looking, smiling male athlete raising both hands and his left leg after scoring is considered symbolic of the city of Osaka itself. From 30 mins after sunset until midnight the sign […]
Gassho-no-yado Magoemo
This guest house is housed in a 270-year-old gassho-zukuri building that exudes history and elegance. It stands along the Shogawa River. Both dinner and breakfast are hearty, featuring local cuisine such as river fish grilled slowly over an open firepit, Hida beef, and wild vegetables.
- Area
- Shirakawago and Gifu
SOLARIA STAGE
A commercial facility operated by Nishitetsu (West Japan Railways). Compared to its sister facility, Solaria Plaza, it has a lower price range and many stores catering to local commuters. The second floor is directly connected to Nishitetsu Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station and the third floor to Nishitetsu Tenjin Express Bus Terminal for convenient transportation.
Reikadō
Here, there is an “eternal flame” that has been burning for more than 1,200 years since it was lit by Kobo Daishi (saint) (774-835) in 806. This fire was also the original flame of the “Peace Light” in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Water boiled in a big teakettle over the “eternal flame” is said to […]
Kappabashi (Kitchenware) Street
The largest collection of 170 shops selling kitchenware, food samples, chef knives and more in Japan. The selections of items are so extensive, and of great quality, many of the customers are chefs. Having said that, there are many tourists and regular folks too, so if cooking is your passion, don’t miss it. The knives […]
CANDO Shinjuku Pepe Store
The Seibu Shinjuku Pepe store is one of CANDO’s largest stores in terms of floor space and has a very wide selection of goods. It is conveniently located near Shinjuku Station and is open relatively late, until 22:00.
Ginza Maison Henri Charpentier
Run by a famous and long-established sweets shop. Patrons get to enjoy artistic table desserts in a sophisticated setting. Their most popular menu is the Crepe Suzette, a crepe that melts in your mouth like silk the moment you bite into it. The finishing touch of the flame performance before you is a nice touch.
- Area
- Ginza / Yurakucho and Tokyo
Moliere Montagne
A branch of the 3 Michelin-starred French restaurant Moliere in Sapporo.
Chayamachi
Chayamachi is the trendiest part of Kita, located on the north side of Hankyu Umeda Station. With fashion stores that feature some of the most popular brands amongst people in their 20s and 30s and street-level stores, it is the birthplace of many fashion trends. There are also many trendy cafes that are great if […]
落雁諸江屋 西茶屋菓寮 味和以
落雁という日本の伝統的な菓子で有名な老舗の和菓子店。 店の奥はイートインのスペースがあり、夏は抹茶のかき氷、冬は自分で餅を焼くお汁粉などを楽しむことが出来る。
- Area
- Nishichayagai and Ishikawa
Kobe Brick Warehouse
This warehouse, built with red bricks, was constructed 120 years ago. Now, it is a small, fashionable place with 7 different restaurants and stores. When the sun sets, the warehouse lights up and creates a wondrous atmosphere.
Old Moji Customs House
A stately red-brick building combining neo-renaissance and tiled roof styles. Built in 1912, it was used as a customs building until 1927. On the first floor, there is a rest area, an exhibition corner on customs work, and a café “Fruit Factory Moondeletro” where parfaits are popular. On the second floor, there is an observation […]
Oryori Furukawa
- Area
- Hakata-Station and Fukuoka
Underwater sightseeing boat Seto
A semi-submersible boat that makes a tour of the Oshima Strait, which connects the Pacific Ocean and the East China Sea. All seats face a large window, allowing passengers to peer into the crystal clear waters and see colorful tropical fish and coral reefs consisting of more than 200 types of corals. The boat ride […]
- Area
- Amami Oshima and Kagoshima
Uogashi Yokocho
On the 4th floor of the intermediate wholesaler, broker building , are roughly 70 specialty shops selling goods for restaurant chefs and professionals. Most of what you’ll find are food products, kitchen tools and kitchenware, but a part of the area sells gifts too. The public, not just professionals, can buy things here which you […]
Kyukamura Okunoshima
Rental bicycles, day-trip onsen, lunch and staying overnight are all options. Day-trip onsen (hot spring without accommodation) Mon-Fri open 11:30~16:30 close at 17:00 Sat, Sun, Holiday open 11:30~14:30 close at 15:00 Fee:adult ¥550, Child ¥500 Rental bicycles Normal city bikes, childrens’ bikes and electric bikes available Fee:¥600~/2 hours Lunch 11:30~13:00
Ming
Located on the first floor of Hakata Station, this shopping zone is Kyushu’s largest souvenir shop. Not only are souvenirs of the Kyushu region sold, but sweets, prepared foods, fashion, and general merchandise can also be found. The “Wagashi Kobo,” a Japanese confectionary demonstration and sales corner, is particularly popular. Go ahead and buy some […]
- Area
- Hakata-Station and Fukuoka
Mt. Moiwa Ropeway
Sapporo city is beautiful at night. In 2015 the city was selected as 1 of the 3 new top 3 cities with beautiful night views. Climb to the summit–altitude 513 meters–of Mt. Moiwa via ropeway, and once you reach you are welcomed with a panoramic view of a city twinkling like a box of jewels […]
Imperial Palace East Gardens (Observation of Inner Palace Grounds)
Part of the Edo Castle was turned into the Imperial Palace East Gardens when constructing the palace for the Emperor. It is necessary to register at Otemon (gate), but reservations in advance is not necessary and it’s free! *The inner grounds is massive, use the map below to get your bearings. Below are the main […]
- Area
- Tokyo Station Area and Tokyo
Osaka Castle Park
- Area
- Osaka Castle and 大阪府
360 Ogimachi, Shirakawa Village, Ono-gun, Gifu
- Area
- Shirakawago, Gifu
- Activities
- 旅館
Stellar Place Sapporo B1F, Kita 5-jo Nishi 2-1, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
from 1-3 Nishi Asakusa to 1-4 Matsugaya Taito-ku, Tokyo
Seibu Shinjuku Pepe 8F, 1-30-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
- Activities
- 日用雑貨
2-8-20 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo [building: Yonei 1st floor, basement floor]
- Area
- Ginza / Yurakucho, Tokyo
Park Hyatt Niseko HANAZONO, 328-47 Iwao, Kutchan-cho,Abuta-gun, Hokkaido
- Activities
- フレンチ
6, Kita 3 Jōnishi, Chūō-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
1-5-5 Higashi Kawaki-chou, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo
1-24 Higashiminamimachi, Mojiku, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka
5-19-1, Kita8johigashi, Higashi-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
- Activities
- 海鮮
1F Koniiya Fishing Port Terminal Building, 26-14 Koniya Ominato, Setouchi-cho, Oshima-gun, Kagoshima
- Area
- Amami Oshima, Kagoshima
- Activities
- 観光船
Okunoshima, Tadanoumi-chou Takehara-shi Hiroshima-ken
- Area
- Okunoshima, Hiroshima
Hakata Station, 1-1 Hakata Station Chuogai, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka
- Area
- Hakata-Station, Fukuoka
- Activities
- お土産
5-3-7 Fushimi, Sapporo Chuo-ku, Hokkaido
1-1, Chiyoda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
- Area
- Tokyo Station Area, Tokyo
