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Okonomiyaki Mitchan Sohonten Orizuru Tower Shop

Step through the first floor of Orizuru Tower to find the famed branch of long-established Mitchan Sohonten and the impeccable taste of Hiroshima’s famous okonomiyaki. Inside you won’t be able to miss the impressive 8-meter teppan flat-top and the wide-eyed view of mid-sizzle magic in plain sight.

Hiroshima
Japanese Cuisine

18 Nov 2025 See More

It doesn't get heavy at all. The aroma from the teppan grill is super tempting, and the portions are generous. The vibe inside is lively but not chaotic. The staff are friendly, and you can really feel the steady professionalism of a long-established place.

Tateyama Kurobe Snow Valley Festival

Located near Murodo, known for its heavy snowfall, the "Otani" area boasts abundant snow accumulation, with depths approaching 20 meters. This area is part of the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, a world-renowned mountain sightseeing route featuring peaks exceeding 3,000 meters in elevation. Every year from April to June, the Tateyama Kurobe Snow Valley Festival takes place, centered around the Otani area.

Toyama
Spring festivals & Events

28 May 2024 See More

Walking through the Snow Valley, the snow walls on both sides looked kind of gray and dirty. It was pretty different from what I imagined snow walls would be like.

Mt. Hakodate Observatory

The Mt. Hakodate Observatory is the final stop of Mt. Hakodate Ropeway. The first floor features an inside lounge, the Ryoubi Park popular among locals as a less-crowded area to enjoy the night sceneries. The second floor features a summit shop, and restaurant selling Mt. Hakodate original goods. The third floor features a tea lounge, and the fourth floor features an observatory lounge.

Hakodate and Matsumae
Observatories

27 May 2024 See More

Whether it's daytime or night, you'll get a totally different visual experience and sense of awe. The night view, in particular, is absolutely unforgettable.

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