The weather at the bottom of the mountain is really different from the top. Visibility was poor, and there wasn't enough moisture for the spectacular rime ice scenery to form yet.
Juhyo (Rime) in Zao (Yamagata Prefecture) | Review by Alex Lee
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ONE FUKUOKA BLDG.
A large mixed-use complex that stands in the heart of the Tenjin area, Fukuoka’s premier downtown district. It has 19 floors above ground and 4 basement floors, is 97 meters tall, and boasts a gross floor area of about 147,000 square meters. B2F through 5F are commercial floors, featuring new store concepts found only here, flagship stores, and a food zone unique to Fukuoka, a city known for its cuisine. On 5F, Tenjin Fuku Shokudo is an open dining space for people who work in Tenjin and visitors.
The whole building looks brand-new and stylish. The moment I got there, it really felt like Fukuoka’s new landmark. It’s right in Tenjin, so getting there is super convenient. There’s a nice mix of shops inside too—places to eat and plenty to browse.
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Mitsui Outlet Park Tama Minami Osawa
Located in Hachioji, Tokyo, Mitsui Outlet Park Tama Minami Osawa offers excellent accessibility by both car and train. It's about a 35-minute train ride from Shinjuku Station, and just a 2-minute walk from the nearest station, making it a convenient shopping destination.
They’ve got drugstores, general goods, daily necessities, and a huge UNIQLO with tons of styles and frequent sales.
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Yokohama Chinatown
Yokohama Chinatown, one of Japan’s three major Chinatowns, is a district lined with countless Chinese restaurants. From affordable dishes you can enjoy as takeout or all-you-can-eat meals to authentic Chinese cuisine, there are options to suit your budget.
The food is definitely a highlight of Yokohama Chinatown. From traditional dim sum to all kinds of regional dishes like shumai, shrimp dumplings, Peking duck, and a huge variety of fried noodles and rice, everything tasted authentic and mouthwatering.
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