Fukaya Hanazono Premium Outlets
A large outlet mall with Approx. 130 stores, mainly featuring famous domestic and international brands. With a wide range of categories from fashion, outdoor gear, and interior goods to gourmet food, it is popular not only as a shopping destination but also as a place to enjoy local flavors and experiences.
This outlet is actually pretty close to Tokyo, so it’s totally doable as a day trip from central Tokyo.
Okushima Lake
A lake formed by the Shima River Dam, Okushima Lake lies deep in the mountains, about 30 minutes by car from JR Nakanojo Station, following National Route 353 north to its end.
Okushima Lake is unbelievably dreamy. No wonder everyone calls it the "Shima Blue." It looks even more stunning in person.
ODORI BISSE
This commercial facility consists of five floors designed under the concept of "Northern Good Life." It consists mainly of well-known stores and shops from various parts of Hokkaido, where visitors can enjoy a wide range of genres such as food, sweets, shopping, and beauty.
The entire first floor is packed with dessert shops! From famous Hokkaido spots like LeTAO and Rokkatei to soft serve, cheesecake, and strawberry shortcake—so many choices, it's overwhelming. No need to go anywhere else for sweets!
ROYCE' Nama Chocolate
Founded in 1983 in Higashi-ku, Sapporo, ROYCE' set out with the ambition of creating chocolate that rivals the best of Europe. Now, as an immovably popular chocolate maker from Hokkaido, their signature menu item is "Nama Chocolate."
The matcha flavor is honestly delicious—I just couldn’t stop eating piece after piece.
Rokkatei Marusei Butter Sandwich
Since its establishment in 1933, the long-established confectionery maker Rokkatei has been dedicated to creating snack sweets that can be enjoyed every day with pocket money. A long-seller since its launch in 1977, their products have been a staple Hokkaido souvenir, cherished for their never-tiring taste.
As soon as you open the package, you can smell the rich aroma of rum. It’s so tempting, you just want to keep eating more.
Universal Studios Japan
Universal Studios Japan, nicknamed “USJ”, is a large-scale theme park with entertainment for everyone, both children and adults alike. The park is separated into different areas, each with a different theme from popular titles across the world.
There are hotels, restaurants, and shopping malls right outside the park. Super convenient and lots of fun and tasty options!
Shibuya Nonbei Yokocho
Just under 40 small but cozy izakaya are all lined up here along the rails near Shibuya Station.
This street has a really retro vibe. If you enjoy having a drink, you'll love it here.
Okunitama-jinja Shrine
Okunitama Shrine, with a history stretching back about 1900 years, is where Okunitama-no-Okami, the deity protecting the Musashino area, is enshrined. Musashino was a vast area including modern-day Tokyo, Saitama, and parts of Kanagawa. Inside the shrine grounds are several smaller shrines, each one granting its own blessing. Among those, the shrine blessing love and marriage is especially well-known.
Known as one of Tokyo's five major shrines, it has over 2,000 years of history. In September, there's a chestnut festival with lanterns lit up inside the shrine, creating a fantastic atmosphere.