I visited in October and the whole area was covered in autumn leaves—yellow, green, and red all over the mountains. The scenery was absolutely stunning.
Ryusei-no-Taki Falls・Ginga-no-Taki Falls | Review by Grace Cheng
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Otaru Canal Cruise
The Otaru Canal, completed in 1923 (Taisho 12) by reclaiming the offshore coast, is lined with historic stone and timber warehouses and remains a popular tourist attraction. A 40-minute tour on a cruise boat around this area is a popular choice among visitors.
During the day, you can clearly see the well-preserved historic buildings. At night, the lights add a special charm to the place.
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Ajidokoro Takeda (Otaru Sankaku Market)
Located in the renowned "Otaru Sankaku Market," just a one-minute walk from JR Otaru Station, this popular dining spot is managed by "Takeda Fish Market," also located within the market. As expected from a seafood specialist, you can enjoy a wide variety of fresh seafood at reasonable prices unique to Otaru. The menu features dishes made with seafood sourced daily from the fish market auction, ranging from hearty rice bowls to set meals and à la carte options.
I highly recommend the assorted seafood rice bowl here. You get to try a variety of fresh seafood, and it's definitely the signature dish of the place.
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HEP FIVE
“HEP” stands for “Hankyu Entertainment Park”, where “entertainment” has both meanings; “entertainment” as well as “hospitality”. It was founded in November 1998 aiming to create a place where we serve hospitality which makes people want to visit again and again. When the bright red ferris wheel first appeared in the middle of the city, it became a hot topic because it was the world’s first ferris wheel which is a part of the building and equipped with air conditioning. Since then, it became a landmark of Umeda.
The ferris wheel ride takes about 15 minutes. The city views from the top are beautiful. If you're visiting Umeda, don't miss it!
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