周明玉's Reviews

Yubara Onsen

Along the river, rows of ryokan line the banks, and steam rises in the stillness of the surrounding mountains. Yubara Onsen is a hot spring town that spreads along the clear Asahi River, where you can enjoy smooth, alkaline hot spring waters.

Okayama
Hot Springs & Hot Spring Resorts

23 Dec 2025 See More

Very relaxing vibe.
The onsen street is small, but it’s really pleasant to walk around.
The famous open‑air Sunayu bath has a great atmosphere, and you can hear the sound of the river while you soak, which is super soothing.
Overall it doesn’t feel commercialized at all.
Great for people who want a quiet hot spring experience and a slow, easy day.

Sun Station Terrace Okayama

Step off with ease at the Okayama station ticket gates to find Sun Station Terrace Okayama, the go-to food and retail hub you can count on, no matter what the weather.

Okayama
Commercial Buildings

28 Oct 2025 See More

Super convenient! It's right inside the station and has everything—food, shopping, and places to browse. It's the perfect spot to kill time while waiting for your train or during transfers. There are also lots of Okayama-exclusive souvenirs to pick up. The whole place is clean and easy to walk around. It really adds a little happiness to your trip!

Kanazawa Confectionery Wooden Mold Museum

A museum of Kanazawa’s confectionery culture located on the second floor of the main store of Morihachi, a long-established Japanese sweets shop with over 400 years of history. Around 1,000 items, including wooden molds used to make sweets since the Edo period, are displayed in glass cases by era. The molds come in a wide range of sizes and designs, and part of the fun is imagining what kinds of sweets were made from them as you look around.

Kanazawa
Museums

22 Oct 2025 See More

Seriously so cute~ Inside, they display all kinds of traditional wooden molds used for Japanese sweets. They’re incredibly delicate, and every design is packed with detail, almost like little works of art!
You can also see the process of artisans carving them by hand, and even try making your own wagashi mold or candy, which was really fun.
The place isn’t very big, so you can probably see everything in about half an hour, but the atmosphere is super warm and cozy. Great for anyone who likes Japanese sweets or traditional crafts.
It’s also really photogenic, with a strong artsy vibe~

Odawara Castle

Odawara Castle once served as the base of the Hojo clan during the Sengoku period before becoming the Okubo clan residence during the Edo period. Today this beloved symbol of Odawara keeps a revamped castle grounds that’s redeveloped as a park centered around the reconstructed main keep.

Kanagawa
Tourist Attractions

6 Nov 2024 See More

There weren't too many people, so it was nice to stroll around inside the castle. The main keep is really impressive!
Definitely one of the top spots near Tokyo. If you're heading to Hakone or Atami, I recommend stopping by!

Fukushoan

This is a soba restaurant located on a small path off of the main street in front of Daikanyama Station. The interior of the store overflows with the sensibility of a cozy, at-home, old-fashioned atmosphere. The restaurant is popular with regulars young people alike, with a wide clientele.

Nakameguro, Daikanyama
Japanese Cuisine

27 Sep 2021 See More

A well-known local spot that's been around for ages. The food is delicious and the prices are reasonable.

Toei One-day Pass (Toei Marugoto Kippu)

Valid for one full day, the Toei One-day Pass (Toei Marugoto Kippu) offers unlimited access to Toei subways.

Tokyo
Tickets & Passes

11 Dec 2020 See More

I don't usually take this line, but getting the one-day pass lets you ride both the trains and buses. It's really cheap and super useful.

Toyosu Market

To avoid further deterioration, the aging Tsukiji Market, known as the “kitchen” feeding Tokyo’s people, was moved to Toyosu in 2018. Along with improving safety, observational tour routes were set up, making it easy for visitors to enter the market.

Tsukiji, Odaiba, Toyosu
Shopping Streets

9 Dec 2020 See More

The shops are spread out across different areas, so it doesn't have the same lively and bustling vibe as the old Tsukiji Market.

Marunouchi Illumination 2025

The "Marunouchi Illumination" is a wintertime tradition in the Marunouchi area that has been held for more than 20 years since its first event. The event centers on Marunouchi Nakadori Avenue, the main street of the Marunouchi area, which is lined with popular brand-name stores along its 1.2-km stretch. Approximately 820,000 LED bulbs will be attached to 286 street trees in the Marunouchi area, from the Tokyo Kotsu Kaikan in front of Yurakucho Station to Otemachi Naka-Dori Avenue, and all of them will light up simultaneously.

Tokyo Station, Nihonbashi, Marunouchi
Winter festivals & Events

9 Dec 2020 See More

The whole area is filled with gorgeous, dazzling lights to welcome Christmas and the New Year!