Strolling slowly along the stone-paved street, you'll see traditional machiya townhouses lining both sides. There are no flashy signs, which makes it even easier to appreciate Kyoto's understated elegance. I couldn't help slowing down to take in the street views and snap some photos. Every corner felt like a Japanese landscape painting.
Hanamikoji-dori Street | Review by Gina C
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Yasaka Shrine
The shrine’s deities are Susanoo-no-Mikoto, Kushiinadahime-no-Mikoto, and Yahashira-no-Mikogami, and it is the head shrine of approximately 2,300 Yasaka Shrine and related shrines with Susanoo-no-Mikoto enshrined scattered throughout Japan.
The shrine has a very solemn atmosphere, but it doesn’t feel too formal. It feels especially pleasant to walk around the grounds, take your time worshipping, and look at the traditional architecture. Once the lanterns light up at night, it becomes a different kind of enchanting sight.
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Yojiya Shijo Kawaramachi Store
Opened in February 2025 in Kyoto’s bustling Kawaramachi district-one of the city’s top shopping and sightseeing areas-this new-concept store brings together the beloved Yojiya skincare brand, best known for its iconic oil blotting papers, and a relaxing café space, following in the footsteps of its Sagano Arashiyama and Kiyomizu locations.
The most famous product is the oil-blotting paper. The small packet takes up hardly any space in your bag, so when your face gets oily while you're out shopping or traveling, you can easily pull it out and use it. It absorbs oil naturally without feeling like it's wiping off all your makeup, making it very convenient to carry around.
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Rainbow Bridge
“Rainbow Bridge,” an approximately 800-meter-long suspension bridge, is an iconic part of Tokyo architecture that connects Odaiba and Shibaura. At night the bridge is beautifully illuminated, and many people visit it to take pictures of one of Tokyo’s most well-known night views. The bridge has a dual structure: the upper section functions as an Metropolitan expressway, while the lower section is used by a general roadway, the Yurikamome Line, and a walking path.
If you come to Odaiba in Tokyo, you definitely can't miss Rainbow Bridge! It looks impressive during the day, and it's even more romantic when it's lit up at night. The entire bridge sparkles against the night sky over Tokyo Bay and is truly beautiful.
From around Odaiba Seaside Park, you can enjoy views of Rainbow Bridge, Tokyo Bay, and the Statue of Liberty all at once. Taking a leisurely stroll in the sea breeze feels so relaxing.
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