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Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route

This 23.1-mile mountain sightseeing route cuts through the Northern Japan Alps, home to peaks reaching around 9,800 feet. With a maximum elevation change of 6,480 feet, the route connects Tateyama Station in Toyama Prefecture and Ogizawa Station in Nagano Prefecture via six modes of transportation, including cable cars and a ropeway. Numerous scenic spots can be found along the way, offering many ways to experience the majestic natural surroundings, from casual walks to serious trekking.

Toyama
Nagano
Tourist Attractions

15 May 2024 See More

Taking the cable car from Murodo Station to Daikanbo and looking out over the magnificent mountains was just unbelievable.

MUJI Ginza

MUJI's global flagship store is located on Namiki-dori Street in Ginza, Tokyo's upscale shopping district. Here, visitors can experience from various perspectives MUJI's concept of promoting “a pleasant life” through clothing, food, and home essentials.

Ginza, Yurakucho
Miscellaneous Goods

25 Apr 2022 See More

The entire building is MUJI's flagship store. There's even a restaurant and a hotel, and the product selection is super complete.

IKAHO TOY.DOLL & CAR MUSEUM

The museum displays toys and dolls from the early Showa period to the Heisei period, including the "Fukumatsu Ningyo" (vintage Japanese doll), only nine dolls in Japan. In another area of the museum, cars from the Showa period are displayed, making it a museum that people of all ages can enjoy.

Gunma
Museums

25 Apr 2022 See More

Each area has its own unique charm, with lots of rare treasures. The models are also really impressive.

Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens

This expansive zoo and botanical gardens covers approximately 148 acres and also features an amusement park, making it nearly impossible to see everything in a single day. The zoo is home to approximately 450 animal species, including its iconic koalas and many other popular animals.

Higashiyama, Kakuozan, Meito
Zoos & Aquariums

25 Apr 2022 See More

There's a lot of interaction between people and animals. All the animal enclosures are really clean. If you have time, you should also check out the botanical garden.

National Diet Building

Construction began in 1920 (Taisho 9), and the building was completed as the Imperial Diet Building in 1936 (Showa 11). The symmetrical structure is centered around a tower, with the House of Councillors on the right and the House of Representatives on the left. Both chambers offer free tours lasting about one hour. Visitors follow a designated route guided by National Diet security staff.

Akasaka, Roppongi, Azabu-Juban
Museums

25 Apr 2022 See More

The building is perfectly symmetrical, with the House of Representatives on the left and the House of Councilors on the right. It's really beautiful.

Universal Studios Japan

Popularly known as USJ, Universal Studios Japan is a large theme park offering fun for visitors of all ages. The park is divided into distinctive areas and brings together world-class entertainment, allowing guests to experience a variety of immersive worlds.

Osaka Port, Bay Area
Amusement Parks & Theme parks

25 Apr 2022 See More

There were so many people that the lines were super long. Even if you pay for the express pass, you still have to wait. If you don't pay extra, you can barely get on any rides.

Yojiya Blotting Sheets

These blotting sheets are a staple item of YOJIYA, the Kyoto veteran cosmetics brand founded in 1904. It’s recommended for blotting excess oil and creating an even surface before makeup touchups.

Kyoto
Cosmetics

21 Apr 2022 See More

These sheets are amazing at absorbing oil! I buy them all the time and use them regularly.