Bansuiso is a historic Western-style building. It was built in 1922 and was originally a villa for Hisamatsu Sadakoto, a descendant of the lord of the Matsuyama domain. Since Hisamatsu Sadakoto had lived in France, Bansuiso has a strong European influence in its design and is very different from traditional Japanese architecture. Inside, you can see ornate decorations, beautiful stained glass, and elegant staircases and rooms, giving you a sense of the aristocratic lifestyle of the time. Bansuiso later hosted members of the Imperial Family, giving it special historical significance.
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Kujukushima Senpei Honpo "Kujukushima Senpei"
A classic Nagasaki souvenir that has been loved since its debut in 1951. It was created through trial and error by a small confectionery shop founded in 1948 in Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture, shortly after the war, with the goal of making a new local sweet unlike anything else at the time. Its hexagonal shape is modeled after the auspicious shell of a turtle, and the peanuts generously scattered throughout the dough represent the beautiful silhouettes of the Kujukushima Islands.
Kujukushima Senpei is a well-known souvenir from Sasebo, Nagasaki, Japan. Inspired by the beautiful seascape of the Kujukushima Islands, it has a delicate appearance with distinctive wave-like patterns embossed on the surface. The senpei is crispy, with a subtle sweetness and buttery aroma, and tastes light without being too rich. It pairs well with either coffee or tea〜
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Nabekanmuriyama Park
This park sits atop Mt. Nabekanmuri in Nagasaki’s Minamiyamate district. Located about a 10-minute walk from Glover Garden’s second gate, the area has long been affectionately known as “Nabekaburi-yama,” or “inverted pot mountain,” for its rounded, pot-like shape, embraced by lush greenery.
If you're visiting Nagasaki, I recommend stopping by Nabekanmuriyama Park to enjoy the night view! It's a free observation spot, and from the observation deck in the evening, you can see twinkling lights against the harbor. It's romantic and enchanting, and also a lesser-known spot well worth saving.
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Underground Mall Grand Festa / Festa BLD. in front of Himeji Station
Underground Mall Grand Festa is the expansive 7,000㎡ shopping hub that’s directly connected via underground passages at select Himeji Station exits. The entire floor is divided into “streets” 1 through 6, each zone with plenty of Himeji soul food classics, apparel, cosmetics, local sake, Japanese confections and more to shop.
Himeji FESTA is located in front of JR Himeji Station and is a very convenient multipurpose shopping complex in central Himeji, easily accessible right from the station. Inside, there are many restaurants, clothing stores, variety shops, and lifestyle stores, as well as places to find local Himeji specialties and souvenirs. It’s a good place to sit down for a meal while shopping. For travelers using JR Himeji Station as their transportation hub, it’s very convenient for finding something to eat after arriving, taking a short break, or shopping before heading home.
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