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Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall (Ijokaku)

A memorial hall dedicated to Sun Yat-sen, the Chinese revolutionary, political leader, and thinker, featuring exhibits that include valuable examples of his calligraphy. The building was originally the villa of Wu Jintang, a wealthy member of Kobe’s Chinese community and a supporter of Sun Yat-sen. It is Japan’s oldest wood-framed concrete block building and is designated as a National Important Cultural Property.

Kobe
Tourist Attractions

28 Jul 2022 See More

I learned about Sun Yat-sen's revolutionary journey here. It's a place with real historical significance.

Uontana Fish Market

Located near Akashi Station, this arcade is lined with a wide variety of fresh seafood. It is decorated with large fishing flags during the New Year's holiday season and is always crowded with shoppers and tourists.

Hyogo
Shopping Streets

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Many shops sell Akashiyaki, which is really unique when dipped in broth. The octopus rice and shredded squid are also pretty good.

Akashi Kaikyo Bridge

The Akashi Kaikyo Bridge connects Honshu and Awaji Island. It is known as the world's longest suspension bridge, with a total length of 3,911 meters and a distance of 1,991 meters between the two main towers. Together with the Onaruto Bridge, it connects the Kansai area to Shikoku, and is a popular tourist route.

Kobe
Tourist Attractions

28 Jul 2022 See More

You can really relax here, just watching the sunset and the sea.

Higashi Chaya District

It is one of Kanazawa's representative tourist attractions. The townscape with its beautiful Degoushi (latticed window) and the stone pavement has been selected as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings by the national government.

Kanazawa
Famous Places

28 Jul 2022 See More

At night, when the crowds are gone, Kanazawa's tea district feels especially peaceful and has a totally different charm.

Karatsu Castle

A retainer of Hideyoshi Toyotomi and the first lord of Karatsu, Hirotaka Terasawa, had completed its building for 7years in 1602. Many lords from the Kyushu area helped this construction and old materials used in the Nagoya castle were used.

Saga
Tourist Attractions

28 Jul 2022 See More

This castle is built by the sea. The view from the main keep is great and the ticket is JPY 500. The nearby Maizuru Park is free to enter.

Himeji Castle

This castle is a World Heritage Site and a Japanese castle masterpiece. The main keep, built by Ikeda Terumasa in the early Edo period, has a five-story exterior, one basement level, and six stories above ground on the inside, making it the largest Edo period castle tower still standing.

Hyogo
Tourist Attractions

28 Jul 2022 See More

There were way too many people visiting, so it took a long time to get through. Plus, there were a lot of stairs to climb.

Huis Ten Bosch

Japan's largest theme park features beautiful European-style streets and canals connected to the sea. Seasonal flowers and illuminations fill the park with color, while the latest attractions and a wide variety of events offer excitement and memorable experiences.

Nagasaki
Amusement Parks & Theme parks

27 Jul 2022 See More

There aren't many restaurants to choose from inside the park, and the prices aren't cheap.

Ishikawa Prefectural Museum of History

The three brick buildings, built between the Meiji and Taisho eras, were once used as former military armories, and after the war as the Kanazawa College of Art. In order to reuse them as a museum, the exterior of the buildings were faithfully restored to their original state.

Kanazawa
Museums

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Besides the permanent exhibits inside, the red brick buildings outside are also really worth checking out.

Dotonbori

Crab, octopus, cow, crane….these are just a few of the oversized 3D signboards that make up the look and feel of the bustling Dotonbori Area. Its packed with a number of eateries along the northern Dotonbori River and main street along its southern side.

Shinsaibashi, Namba, Nipponbashi (Minami)
Famous Places

27 Jul 2022 See More

There are tons of authentic Osaka foods here—takoyaki, kushikatsu, Kinryu Ramen, and more. There are also lots of drugstores. This is definitely a must-visit area when you come to Osaka.

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

27 Jul 2022 See More

If you're going to a theme park in Japan, you really have to get used to waiting in line. Especially in the summer, you'll end up sweating a lot while waiting. If you don't have patience, I wouldn't recommend coming.