Atomic Bomb Dome
The architecture was originally constructed in 1915 as a promotion hall, Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall Hiroshimaken Sangyo Suishokan, but it almost entirely destroyed due to the explosion of the atomic bomb that took place 600 meters above sea level on August 6th 1945. (※The 30 some employees who were working inside the building at […]
Memanbetsu Airport
Domestic flights to and from Tokyo (Haneda), Nagoya (Chubu), and Sapporo (New Chitose) are available. 5 – 6 flights depart each day from Tokyo (Haneda) and Sapporo (Chitose), only 1 flight per day from Nagoya (Chubu). There is another airport in the area, Monbetsu Airport, but it is about 100 km northwest of Abashiri City […]
Miyajima Ropeway
Take in the virgin forest up close and the exciting view of the Seto Inland Sea from afar in the ropeway car. The ropeway between Momijidani Station and Kayatani Station is a small ropeway (8-seater cars) with a 1-minute interval, while the ropeway between Kayatani Station and Shishiiwa Station is a large ropeway (30-seater cars) […]
Shikisai no Oka
Located atop a high hill, the garden is one of the must visit spots in Biei with a spectacular view. Enjoy in season flowers from spring to autumn. The garden takes up over 150,000 sq. m. of land and has roughly 30 kinds of flowers planted in stripes of red, yellow, pink, and white, so […]
Yakatabune: Miyajima Sanpaiyuransen
The other type is a houseboat or yakatabune. It is a night-only cruise that cruises off shore of Itsukushima Shrine. Pass under the fantastic Otorii, which is illuminated by lights, while enjoying a close-up view of the shrine (depending on the tide conditions.) The boat departs from Miyajima No. 3 pier, and the ride is […]
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- Miyajima, Hiroshima City Central Area, and Hiroshima
Kabuki-za
Originally built in 1889, this kabuki theater is the only theater in Japan made for Kabuki and was renovated in 2013. If you are unfamiliar with Kabuki then look it up on Wikipedia for better understanding. Built using Momoyama style architecture, the building is a majestic piece of work. The interior does not disappoint either, […]
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- Ginza / Yurakucho and Tokyo
Shiretoko Sightseeing Boat “Aurora”
This is cruise takes passengers on a large ferry to the west coast of the Shiretoko Peninsula, where precipitous cliffs continue. There are two courses: Secret ground Shiretoko Cape route Departs from Utoro Port and returns to Shiretoko Cape in 3 hours and 45 minutes (operates from June–September) Kamuiwakka Waterfall Route Returns to Kamuiwakka Waterfall […]
Kushiro Marshland Norokko Train
This special sightseeing trolley train departs from and arrives at JR Kushiro Station once or twice a day from late April to early May and from late May to mid-October. From the leisurely train ride from Kushiro Station to Toro Station, roughly 50 min., one can enjoy the breathtaking views of Kushiro Marsh from the […]
YANAGAWA TACHIBANA-TEI OHANA
The Tachibana Residence was built in 1738 by the fifth lord of the Yanagawa domain as his private residence. In 1910 during the Meiji period (1868-1912), a guest house and Japanese garden were built, and today the entire 23,100 m2 site is designated as a Place of Scenic Beauty in Japan.
HAKATA RIVERAIN
A large-scale commercial complex with a total floor area of approximately 154,000 m², directly connected to Nakasu Kawabata Station. The complex includes the Hakata Riverain Mall, which houses a variety of stores and restaurants, including fashion, interior design, dining, and entertainment; the Hakataza Theater, which presents a wide variety of performances, including Kabuki; the Fukuoka […]
- Area
- Nakasu Kawabata and Fukuoka
Hōkoku Shrine(Senjokaku)
A huge temple with a normal tile roofing and an East Asian hip-and-gable roof. The interior is as large as 1,000 tatami mats, hence its other name Senjo-kaku— 1,000 mats palace—but actually there are only 857 tatami mats. It was built in 1587 as a sutra library by order of Hideyoshi Toyotomi (1537-1598), the top […]
Matsuya Ginza
Highly regarded in its own right, Matsuya Ginza has been selling high-end fashion since its opening in 1925. Popular are the newest sweets and deli on basement floors 1 and 2.
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- Ginza / Yurakucho and Tokyo
Osaka Ohsho Dotonbori Main Store Gyoza Dumplings
The store’s main dish, gyoza, was made into a model approximately 1,100 times its actual size and has remained there since 2012. The attention to detail makes the gyoza very realistic as if it has been cooked – so real that you might want to eat it! Size 4m tall, 3.5m wide
Peace Flame
The fire stand was constructed in the year 1964 to console the spirits of the atomic bomb victims, and also with the aim to pray for the abolition of nuclear weapons. Later on, the fire stand was lit by kindling coals collected from all over Japan, still lit today, and the fire will not burn […]
Misono Universe Building
Established in 1956, the Misono Universe Building is a large leisure building in “Uranamba” which contains an entrance with neon-lit waterfalls on either side, and a luxurious retro style. On the second floor there is are several unique bars, suitable for spending a long night drinking.
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.
KUROMON CHAYA
This teahouse is located along Sugi no Baba. At this teahouse, you will want to taste the river mushrooms. Kawatake are natural freshwater laver that can be caught in the rivers of this area, and are very rare. It is also a luxury delicacy that has been handed down in the area for about 300 […]
Kamoizumi Sake Brewery (Kamoizumi Shuzo)
Kamoizumi Sake Brewery is a long-established brewery, and it uses rice harvested in Hiroshima to produce its sake. One can taste the brewery’s recommended sake in the store.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
This museum was established in 1955 to pass on the horrors of the atomic bomb to the generations in the future, and the architecture was designed by the worldly famous architect, Kenzo Tange. In the museum are exhibits (videos・photos・models etc.) and belongings left behind by the victims presenting the effects of the atomic bomb visually. […]
Rokkatei
Sapporo Main Store” with “very good cost performance”, “Rokkatei – Sapporo Main Store”, and Biss Sweets,” which has “six popular stores from various parts of Hokkaido,” and “Kitakaro Sapporo Main Building,” which is a renovated building in a wonderful historical building, are especially recommended.
Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse
A throng of red brick warehouse buildings made over 100 years ago face the bay. Now, they exist as commercial complexes. Inside you will find around 40 shops, sweets vendors, and restaurants.
107 Utoro Higashi, Shari-cho, Shari-gun, Hokkaido
- Activities
- 観光船
3-1 Shimokawabatamachi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka
- Area
- Nakasu Kawabata, Fukuoka
- Activities
- ショッピングモール
Seibu Shinjuku Pepe 8F, 1-30-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
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- 日用雑貨
2-4 Kamiichicho, Saijo Higashi-Hiroshimashi Hiroshima Prefecture
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- お土産
1-19-1, Kichijoji Honcho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo
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- 家電量販店
1-11-1, Yuurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
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- Ginza / Yurakucho, Tokyo
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- 家電量販店