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Spends much of his efforts bolstering guides for Japan’s inbound and outbound tourism.

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27 Oct 2023

[1-Day Model Course Near Tokyo] Explore with the SEIBU 1Day Pass! Scenic views, Food, Shopping, Hot springs... Satisfy all your senses with a winter journey along the Seibu Line.

Tokyo is often the top of the list when dreaming up a trip to Japan. But whether its breathtaking views, tasty eats, great shopping and hot springs, only truly savvy travelers know there’s full-on Japan vibes to love with all the senses, just steps from the city.
27 Sep 2023

1Day Model Course Near Tokyo: A Journey with the SEIBU 1Day Pass! Lose yourself in the Scenic Fall Colors Around Chichibu & Nagatoro.

Just a stone’s throw from Tokyo, Chichibu & Nagatoro offer a scenic escape where you can revel in the great outdoors all awash in autumn colors and try your hand at a range of fun activities. Especially during the fall, this area is well-known as a prime spot for catching the vibrant hues of autumn foliage. In this article, we’ll share two different day-trip ideas so you can kick off into the grandeur of Chichibu & Nagatoro, and make the most of the wallet-friendly, easy perks of the SEIBU 1Day Pass and the SEIBU 1Day Pass + Nagatoro.

Q&A

What's the top recommended place to visit in Japan?

Iyo-Hojo in Ehime Prefecture. It's a place where you can quietly gaze at the Seto Inland Sea and catch glimpses of Japan from yesteryears. Highly recommended for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of urban life and purify both body and soul.

Where and what was the most enjoyable event during your travels in Japan?

During a sake brewery tour in the Minakami and Kawaba village areas of Gunma Prefecture, I was given a tasting of a rare vintage Japanese sake. I was amazed by its amber color and taste which seemed reminiscent of whiskey.

What do you definitely recommend people to do when they visit Japan?

While this isn't exclusive to Japan, I would urge visitors to taste the local sake and gourmet dishes in the specific climate and atmosphere of that region! Foods and drinks produced in a particular place always taste best when consumed there.

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Hometown: Tokyo
Favorite Food: Noodles
Least Favorite Food: Extremely spicy food
Hobbies: Dancing
Strengths: Positivity, strong initiative
Weaknesses: Can sometimes be too lost in his own world.