This is a fairly lesser-known but very interesting free attraction. You rarely see large crowds of tourists here, and no admission ticket is required. This time, an expert guided us into astronomical observation areas that are usually difficult to access, where we got an up-close look at retired observation instruments and telescopes that were actually used in the past. They were full of history. Rather than simply viewing an exhibition, it felt more like traveling through time with an expert, learning about the observation missions each piece of old equipment once carried out. It also made astronomical research feel more approachable. As we listened to the explanations along the way, we also learned about the history of astronomical observation in Japan, which began developing in the Meiji era〜
National Astronomical Observatory of Japan | Review by Linda Liao
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Snow Peak LAND STATION HAKUBA
A multi-use complex with an extraordinary setting surrounded by the Hakuba mountain range. The building was designed by world-renowned architect Kengo Kuma, and its wooden lattice ceiling, inspired by snowflakes, leaves a lasting impression. With glass walls on every side, you can take in the sweeping natural scenery from anywhere inside.
入夜後，滑雪場附近幾乎沒什麼商家可以逛，在超市採買完東西以後，隨意散步竟走到了「Snow Peak LAND STATION 白馬」。遠遠看到建築外觀非常溫馨讓人忍不住停下腳步，整體由日本建築師隈研吾設計，以白馬的自然景觀為靈感，運用木材打造出與山景融合的建築，屋頂如同北阿爾卑斯山脈起伏的稜線，室內醒目的木組天花板則以雪花結晶為意象。
冬夜裡白雪覆蓋四周，卻有不少人聚在這裡聊天休息，雪景與溫暖燈光交織在一起，氣氛特別迷人。館內除了 Snow Peak 商品，也能找到白馬在地特色商品與選物，還有星巴克可以點杯熱飲暖暖身子。整個建築很像藏在山裡的一座小型藝術館，意外遇見的冬夜風景，也成了這趟白馬旅行中非常難忘的回憶。
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PLUSTA Nagoya Chuo
PLUSTA Nagoya Chuo is located in front of the Central Gate for conventional lines at JR Nagoya Station. It is a highly convenient shop that can be used from outside the ticket gates. The layout is easy to navigate, allowing travelers to shop smoothly before or after boarding the Shinkansen. Although it is located in an area with heavy foot traffic, it is easy to stop by, making it a convenient place to visit before heading out.
While traveling by Shinkansen, I used the time between trains at Nagoya Station to quickly stop by PLUSTA and stock up on snacks for the ride. After browsing around, I found plenty of snacks and souvenirs to choose from. I also unexpectedly came across chicken wing-flavored Happy Turn, and immediately bought a bag when I saw this unusual flavor! It tastes remarkably like chicken wings, and I really liked it.
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Tsukiji Outer Market
Over 400 food shops and restaurants gather speciality shops. Suppliers, general shoppers for daily food, and tourists searching for specialty food always crowd even though after a change of the location of the central wholesale market from Tsukiji to Toyosu in October, 2018.
If you like seafood and sashimi, you definitely have to visit Tokyo's Tsukiji Outer Market~ It still retains the lively atmosphere and personal warmth of a traditional morning market, with everything from generously loaded, freshly prepared seafood bowls and fresh raw oysters to seared tuna skewers. As the saying goes, "The early bird gets the worm." Many popular shops open early in the morning, and arriving early not only helps you avoid the crowds but also gives you the widest and freshest selection of ingredients. It will definitely satisfy any food lover!
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