Hasedera Temple is best known for its flowers, which change with each season. During hydrangea season in particular, hydrangeas in all kinds of colors bloom throughout the temple grounds. Together with Kamakura's mountain and ocean views, they're truly beautiful! As you stroll slowly along the path, you can enjoy the flowers and surrounding scenery from different angles, and every spot is great for photos. If you happen to visit during the blooming season, you can really feel the season all around you. However, it can get quite crowded during popular times, so if you want to take beautiful photos, I recommend coming early.
Hasedera temple (Kamakura) | Review by Gina C
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Manzamo
Manzamo remains one of Okinawa’s most coveted, scenic destinations at its spot along the coast of the East China Sea in Onna Village, a town near the heart of Okinawa Island. The name "Manzamo" comes from the Ryukyu word for "field”, and it is said that in 1726, King Sho Kei of the Ryukyu Kingdom praised the area, saying it was "large enough to seat ten thousand people”.
When traveling in Okinawa, Manzamo is a natural attraction that’s well worth adding to your itinerary! It’s best known for its coral reef rock shaped like an elephant’s trunk, which was formed into a unique natural landscape through years of erosion by the waves. Seeing it for the first time, you can’t help but admire nature’s craftsmanship. From every angle, you can appreciate the magnificence and beauty of this coastline.
Once you reach the observation walkway, you’re greeted by an endless expanse of deep blue ocean. The water is clear and beautiful, and together with the lush green grass along the coast and the distinctive rock formations, the whole scene has a real Okinawan vacation atmosphere. With the sea breeze on your face and the sound of waves crashing against the rocky shore, you naturally slow down and enjoy the beautiful view in front of you. Especially when the weather is nice, the ocean displays different shades of blue, making it a great place to take photos!
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Haneda Airport (Tokyo International Airport)
Haneda is Japan’s largest airport, officially called Tokyo International Airport. Each of the three terminals has an observation deck where you can watch closely the airplanes take off and land, shopping facility, and restaurants with different cuisines.
There are so many shops and restaurants inside Haneda Airport. Besides souvenirs from all over Japan, you can also find plenty of specialty desserts, snacks, and limited-edition products. Every time I travel to Japan, one of the things I look forward to most is doing one last round of shopping at the airport and picking up all the souvenirs I haven’t bought yet! From popular Tokyo sweets to all kinds of beautifully packaged cookies, there are so many choices. Sometimes I can’t resist buying a few more things as I browse. It really is the final shopping time of the trip.
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bills Odaiba
This is the third Japanese branch of 'bills', an all-day dining restaurant originating from Sydney, Australia. Particularly noted for their exquisite egg dishes, customers flock here from early morning for breakfast items like 'Scrambled Eggs & Toast' and 'Ricotta Pancakes'. Open from 9am on weekdays and 8am on weekends, it's perfect for a meal before sightseeing.
bills is best known for its ricotta pancakes. The pancakes look fluffy and soft and are served with honey butter. They have a light milky flavor and a delicate, airy texture, without feeling as heavy as regular pancakes. The sweetness paired with the rich butter makes them perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea! Just looking at the beautiful presentation makes you want to take several photos before digging in.
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