If you come to Japan, you have to try one of the three great hot springs, and Arima Onsen is one of them! It's really easy to get here from Kobe. We tried two different types of hot springs and also explored the little streets nearby and enjoyed some snacks. It was a great way to experience Japanese hot spring culture. I absolutely loved it!
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I highly recommend this herb garden for anyone who loves flowers and plants. The ticket plus ropeway is a bit of an expense, but the beauty of the gardens is totally worth it. There's so much to see! You can also relax in the café with some herbal tea and snacks, and the atmosphere just melts away all your travel fatigue.
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Kitano Ijinkan is one of Kobe's most iconic attractions. The foreign-style buildings are really well preserved and open to the public through exhibitions and events. Each building tells a different story, so visiting different houses is a unique experience every time. You really get to feel how Kobe is different from other Japanese cities!
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The best time to visit Shibuya Sky is about an hour before sunset. That way, you can enjoy the daytime view, watch the sunset, and then see the city light up as night falls. It's a romantic way to experience Tokyo from day to night.
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If you're into art and culture, I really recommend checking this place out. You won't regret it!
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The Baumkuchen has a thin, crispy sugar glaze on top. Pairing it with the fresh cream on the side and baking it again makes it taste amazing!
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The freshly baked Baumkuchen has a thin layer of sugar glaze on top. With the fresh cream on the side, it's seriously delicious. I couldn't resist buying another box to take home after finishing it!
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This is a peaceful little town full of Edo-period vibes. If you have time, you can take a small boat ride along the canal and enjoy the scenery. There aren't many tourists, so it's nice and quiet for a stroll and taking photos nearby!
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If you've traveled to Japan a lot, you're probably familiar with Yanagidani Kannon at Yokoku-ji Temple. If you've seen those dreamy photos of flower-filled water basins, that's where they're from! The seasonal flowers arranged in the temple's water basins turn the place into a work of art. You can also pray here for healing from eye diseases. Definitely recommend visiting.
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This old shop's shrimp crackers are made with a unique grilling method, so every thick-cut squid senbei is super crispy! It's my number one pick for a healthy snack and souvenir.
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Amida Ike Daikoku's Osaka treats are super popular! The flower-shaped cookies are adorable and really eye-catching. They use carefully selected ingredients—like fermented butter from Switzerland and three types of honey from Osaka—which make the cookies extra crispy and every bite is fragrant and sweet.
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SUCREY's Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory cookies are my go-to souvenir every time I fly out of Japan! The cookies are thick and have a solid texture, and they're filled with cheese white chocolate made from Hokkaido milk, Hokkaido sugar, and French Guérande sea salt. Highly recommend!
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These triple-layer chocolate cookies melt in your mouth, and the Tiffany blue box is so pretty and eye-catching—perfect for gifts! Besides chocolate, they also have limited-time flavors like matcha, white chocolate, and strawberry. So tasty!
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Ranked number one among Japan's hot springs—definitely worth a visit.
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Dotonbori connects with Shinsaibashi, making it a huge and super fun shopping area.
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The outdoor exhibition area is really worth checking out. There are quite a few Yayoi Kusama pieces, too.
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There are lots of willow trees along the small bridges and streams. It's a well-preserved historic town.
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The inside of the building is really spacious, and there are tons of shops. Perfect spot for relaxing and shopping.
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There aren't many tourists here, and there's a huge forest. Walking around feels really nice and relaxing.
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The interior is decorated with lots of maki-e art. Kodaiji Temple is also known as the Temple of Maki-e.
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A lot of young women come here in kimono to pray for good relationships.
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This is the residence of the Japanese Emperor in Kyoto. It's managed openly, so anyone can enter.
