While looking up places to visit in Shikoku, I happened to see photos of the Shikoku Karst. The magnificent scenery looked like the Swiss Alps, and I was captivated at first sight, so I decided I absolutely had to see it in person! Spanning Ehime and Kochi prefectures at an elevation of about 1,000 to 1,500 meters, the route is lined with lush highland grasslands dotted with unusual white limestone formations, and you can also see herds of cattle grazing leisurely. I especially recommend taking a drive along Prefectural Route 383 to enjoy the vast mountain scenery known as the “Road in the Sky.” You can also camp and stargaze at Himezurudaira and experience the natural beauty of a place that feels like a fairy-tale world!
Shikoku Karst | Review by Linda Liao
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來到北海道札幌近郊旅遊，定山溪溫泉街是很值得安排的一站。這裡群山環繞，沿著豐平川散步，可以欣賞溪谷與四季變化的自然美景，尤其楓葉轉紅時更是迷人。這次造訪還意外遇上當地舉辦的鯉魚旗裝飾活動，只見一整排五顏六色的鯉魚旗懸掛在溪谷上方，隨著微風自在飄舞，彷彿在藍天與山林間悠游，景象相當壯觀。溫泉街沿途還有各式旅館、足湯及特色商店，散步累了便能停下腳步休息。自然景觀與季節限定活動相互映襯，讓這趟定山溪之旅增添了不少驚喜!
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2026 SENDAI Pageant of Starlight
The SENDAI Pageant of Light was created in 1986 with the hopes of "brightening up Sendai in winter" and "transforming the City of Trees into a City of Light." The zelkova trees on the Jozenji-dori Avenue, the main street that represents the City of Trees, will be illuminated. It is loved by both locals and tourists as a wintertime tradition in Sendai that creates a fantastic world.
一年一度的SENDAI光之樂章可以說是冬季仙台的限定美景。每到聖誕佳節，定禪寺通兩旁的櫸木便會掛滿金黃色燈飾，將整條大道妝點得璀璨耀眼。漫步其中，彷彿走進一條夢幻的光之隧道，溫暖燈光沿著樹枝延伸，在寒冷冬夜裡特別浪漫。抬頭欣賞滿樹燈海，還能感受街頭濃厚的節慶氣氛，情侶、遊客紛紛駐足拍照，熱鬧又溫馨。2026年活動邁入第41屆，以127棵櫸木點亮約48萬顆LED燈，更有燈光瞬間熄滅再同步亮起的驚喜演出。來到仙台，記得留一個夜晚給這場冬季盛宴！
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This museum displays a wide range of materials related to the shitamachi area centered on Taito City, including historical materials, everyday tools, toys, and items connected to seasonal annual events. Its biggest highlight is the recreated Tokyo shitamachi streetscape on the first floor. Visitors can step inside the buildings, touch everyday tools, and experience how people lived at the time.
來到上野不忍池旁的台東區下町博物館，彷彿搭上時光機，回到日本昭和時代的生活。最有特色的是一樓以實際場景重現當年的街道與老房子，從商店、廚房到榻榻米房間都非常逼真，還能走進屋內近距離觀察生活用品。二樓則展示明治至昭和時期的歷史文物與職人工具。另外也能體驗劍玉、陀螺等傳統童玩，三樓還有定期更換的特展。透過這些互動展示，更能感受昔日東京下町的人情與生活魅力。
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