Sio's Reviews

Muikamachi Hakkaisan Ski Resort

Located on Mt. Hakkaisan, known for its heavy snowfall in Minamiuonuma, Niigata Prefecture, this ski resort offers 11 courses for everyone from beginners to advanced skiers. During the peak season, you can experience deep powder almost every day.

Niigata
Outdoors

30 Aug 2025 See More

Famous for its long runs and steep slopes, this place is perfect for intermediate and advanced skiers who love a challenge. The gondola ride up offers amazing views, and skiing down is both thrilling and super fun! Afterward, you can relax at a nearby hot spring—makes for a really complete day.

Marugami Waterfall

The famed Marugami Waterfall, located in Ogano, Saitama, was selected as one of 100 Best Waterfalls in Japan. The waterfall is actually separated into 3 different levels, each offering a unique shape and beauty to enjoy on its own.

Saitama
Nature Spots

18 Sep 2021 See More

The path to get a closer look at the waterfall is really steep and tough to walk on.

Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine

Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine is a historic shrine that is said to have been built around 1500 years ago. The main shrine features elaborate engravings, and it has been designated as a National Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property.

Saitama
Shrines & Temples

18 Sep 2021 See More

This shrine has a strong traditional Japanese vibe. The way they do the fortune slips here is unique and pretty fun.

Lake Biwa

Lake Biwa, which belongs to the first-grade Yodo River system and is located in the center of Shiga Prefecture, occupies an area of about 670 k㎡, or about one-sixth of the prefecture's land area, and is the largest lake in Japan in terms of both area and water storage capacity, with 27.5 billion tons of water pouring in through rivers from the surrounding mountains of Ibuki, Suzuka, and Hira, all of which are over 1,000 meters high.

Shiga
Nature Spots

18 Sep 2021 See More

It wasn't as nice as I expected.
There was a lot of trash in the lake, which really surprised me!

Yamato Museum (Kure Maritime Museum)

A museum introducing the Yamato, the world’s largest battleship during World War II. Visitors can also learn about Kure’s history and science and technology. The 1/10-scale battleship Yamato, the symbol of the Yamato Museum, has been recreated based on original blueprints, underwater survey footage, and crew testimony. It continues to share the importance of peace and the excellence of science and technology with future generations.

Kure Area Neighborhood
Museums

17 Sep 2021 See More

Seeing how advanced Japan's military industry was really made me feel a bit uneasy...

Oi Racecourse – Tokyo City Keiba (TCK)

Also known as Tokyo City Keiba (TCK), Oi Racecourse has recently become a popular amusement spot that hosts a variety of events.

Oimachi, Kamata, Haneda Airport Area
Experiences Facilities

17 Sep 2021 See More

In winter, there's a light show event that makes the whole racecourse look dazzling and gorgeous. The nighttime atmosphere is just fantastic.