Bic Camera AKIBA | Review by 一個漸漸喜歡上慢旅的人

Bic Camera AKIBA

Seven floors packed with electronics and a wide variety of other products! One of Akihabara’s leading large electronics retailers.

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On this trip to Japan, I specifically added BIC CAMERA in Akihabara to my itinerary to look for the Gorilla Grip massager everyone recommended. The entire store is huge, and the selection is very complete. You really can get all your shopping done in one place. It has everything from popular beauty appliances and all kinds of toys that kids love to detailed Studio Ghibli puzzles and drugstore products. Best of all, you can get your tax exemption processed right there, and it’s even more affordable when combined with an exclusive discount coupon. The store is also close to the station, so after shopping with bags in both hands, it’s super convenient to take the train straight back to the hotel.

I was very happy that I managed to get the Gorilla Grip this time. As soon as I got back to the hotel, I immediately took it out to soothe and relax my extremely sore legs after walking all day. Recommended for travelers who like to buy all their souvenirs in one place.

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Alfort Mini Chocolates

This bite-sized treat combines rich milk chocolate shaped like a sailboat with aromatic whole-grain biscuit cookies. Not just milk chocolate, but also a rich lineup including white chocolate, dark chocolate, and more. These are an affordable but delicious and luxurious treat, sure to be a success even at parties!
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The first time I tried Alfort chocolate biscuits was when a friend brought them back from Japan as a souvenir, and I liked them right away. The bite-sized biscuits paired with rich bittersweet chocolate had a sweetness that wasn't overwhelming and left a strong impression on me.

Later, when I traveled to Japan myself, I would look for them whenever I visited a supermarket or convenience store. What I looked forward to most was often discovering unexpected local or seasonal limited-edition flavors. The crispy biscuits paired with different flavors of chocolate are really hard to stop eating. They're a Japanese snack I always buy to satisfy my cravings whenever I go to Japan, and personally, I really like them.
Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium

The largest aquarium in Tohoku Region near Sendai Port, which was opened in 2015 as “the aquarium to symbolize a recovery.” Creatures around Sanriku Coast and the world are displayed.
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Because I really enjoy visiting zoos and aquariums, I’m always looking for them whenever I travel. I’ve visited aquariums of all sizes across Japan, and Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium in Miyagi has one of the best layouts. The whole place feels comfortable and spacious. As the largest aquarium in the Tohoku region, it has an enormous, breathtaking tank, and standing in front of it while taking in the blue underwater world is truly soothing. The outdoor dolphin show venue is also very well designed, with excellent views and shaded areas where you can comfortably enjoy the show.

Besides the large-scale exhibits, you can also see adorable penguins and incredibly cute otters up close. They’re so cute they’ll melt your heart. After visiting the aquarium, I highly recommend trying the local flavors at ramen ONE, a ramen shop next door that’s very popular with locals. The broth there is rich, and at lunchtime the restaurant is filled almost entirely with local Japanese office workers. It gets very busy, so I suggest avoiding peak dining hours when lining up and experiencing the appeal of authentic Japanese ramen.
Matsushima Cruise

Over 260 large and small islands are in the heavenly Matsushima known as one of the Three Great Views of Japan. A large boat on a regular schedule goes around Matsushima Bay in the affordable “Niomaru Course (Middle schooler and older 1,500 yen, Elementary child 750 yen)”. It leisurely cruises a 17km route in 50 minutes around Niojima Island, Kagetajima with an imposing rocky cliff, Funairijima where ancient ruins were found, Katsurashima and Nonoshima which are inhabited.
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Getting from Sendai to Matsushima-Kaigan by JR is very convenient. After leaving the station, it’s just a short walk to the sightseeing cruise pier. The cruise takes about an hour and offers close-up views of the beautiful Matsushima Bay, one of Japan’s Three Great Views. The views from the boat are excellent. The many lush green islands of different sizes and shapes scattered across the water look a little like the scenery of Kujukushima in Kyushu. Flocks of seagulls also fly behind the boat, making for a truly soothing sight.

The boat also has comfortable seating and audio commentary, so you can relax in the sea breeze while learning about the features of each island. If you’re coming to Matsushima-Kaigan by train, I definitely recommend taking the sightseeing cruise to experience the coastal scenery from a different perspective.