Miyakojima’s Yukishio “Powder Salt” | Review by 一個漸漸喜歡上慢旅的人

On this trip to Amanohashidate, we first took the cable car up to the mountaintop observation deck and looked down over the entire magnificent sandbar. From high above, we could see the incredibly tiny Rotating Bridge below. After taking the cable car back down, we slowly strolled around Chionji Temple. Along the way, there were many small shops full of local character, and we even saw shops drying small fish by the roadside, giving the area a real lived-in feel. Heading toward the sandbar, one of Japan’s Three Scenic Views, we got an up-close look at the famous Rotating Bridge.

Although the bridge itself is quite small, when a boat passes through and the bridge actually begins to rotate, it’s still a pretty unique visual experience that immediately brought Kaohsiung’s Great Harbor Bridge to mind. If you visit Amanohashidate, I highly recommend setting aside some time to walk around here and experience the area’s unique atmosphere.

The first time I tried these classic YOKU MOKU Cigare rolled cookies, I was truly blown away. I remember receiving them as a souvenir from a friend. When I opened the elegant blue tin, the cigar-shaped cookies were neatly arranged inside.

At first, I thought they were just ordinary rolled cookies, but the first bite really surprised me. The cookies were just the right thickness, allowing the rich butter and egg flavors to blend perfectly in my mouth. Although you can also buy them in Taiwan, the biggest advantage of buying them in Japan is that they often have seasonal editions or airport-exclusive packaging, and the prices are much more affordable than in Taiwan. If you happen to be near Tokyo Station, I highly recommend picking up a box. They're great as a gift or for yourself.

If I had to choose one iconic Christmas scene in Japan, it would definitely be Roppongi Keyakizaka Street. Since I happened to be in Tokyo around Christmas this time, I had to go see it. After eating at the nearby Shake Shack, I slowly walked over with the crowd. The entire street was packed, and everyone had the same goal: squeezing onto that iconic pedestrian bridge to photograph the beautiful view of Tokyo Tower framed by sparkling lights. I waited quietly in the crowd and timed my shot from the bridge. Just as the traffic passed and the taillights lit up, I captured a Tokyo night view that I really love.

A lot of people stand in the middle of the road to take photos when the crosswalk light turns green, to the point that Japanese police have to be there to maintain order. But rather than lining up just because everyone else is, I actually prefer the process of avoiding the crowds a little and looking for a unique angle. Those moments of waiting intently and pressing the shutter are the most unforgettable scenes from a trip.