I went in December, when it was almost Christmas, so there were Christmas decorations everywhere, as well as a Christmas Pikachu. This place is huge, so I recommend setting aside a whole day to explore. There are tons of stores, including an inexpensive Daiso.
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THE GUARD KOWA INTESTINAL REGULATION TABLETS α³+
Kowa Company, Ltd., with a history spanning over 130 years, is known for offering a wide range of products, including pharmaceuticals. Among their products is THE GUARD KOWA INTESTINAL REGULATION TABLETS α³+, a highly effective digestive health supplement that promotes gut health.
While doing some research, I saw people say that compared with Wakamoto, this product is more commonly chosen in Japan. The dosage is 3 tablets at a time, 3 times a day, and it can be taken for stomach discomfort, bloating, indigestion, and similar issues. After trying it myself, I also felt that its effects were better suited to my needs. However, it needs to be taken regularly, and the effects are more noticeable after taking it for several days in a row. Lastly, everyone’s physical condition is different, so I recommend considering your own needs before buying it and deciding whether it’s right for you.
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Gashapon Department Store Ikebukuro Main Branch
Gashapon are the palm-sized toy-filled capsules you can vie for just by inserting coins and turning the vending machine handle. With so many different kooky figurines, eclectic key chains charms and more, the heart-pumping thrill of opening each highly-detailed item draws fans from near and far no matter what their age.
This is said to be Tokyo’s largest Bandai Gashapon store, and it definitely lived up to its reputation. Not only does it have a huge selection, but you can even find many rare capsule toys that you thought would never be released again. I got this Lucario there, as well as my favorite Yoshi and Pikmin that day. If you’re visiting Sunshine City in Ikebukuro, I definitely recommend stopping by and trying a Gashapon.
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Hotel Universal Port Vita
Packed with all the works including special benefits you can only find at an official hotel of Universal Studios Japan. All original merch and exclusive hotel guest gifts, plus easy Studio Pass purchasing and more awaits inside the hotel.
This hotel is about five minutes from Universal Studios Japan. Sometimes you can even hear visitors screaming from inside your room, which is pretty fun. We went during Halloween, and the hotel decorations were super cute. Breakfast was average, but the room was very comfortable, and the staff were also very thoughtful. It’s a very pleasant hotel. There’s a Lawson on the first floor where you can buy something to eat if you get hungry at night. If you don’t want convenience store food, you can also walk about five minutes to the shopping area in front of Universal Studios, where many restaurants stay open pretty late.
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