金己田's Reviews Page 6/9

Kintetsu Limited Express "HINOTORI"

The Kintetsu Limited Express "HINOTORI" provides “an upgrade in comfort” to travelers looking to go between Osaka and Nagoya in about 2 hours. The metallic red wrap on the train exudes the epitome of elegance, all while keeping an interior design and functionality that is just superb.

Osaka
Trains & Subway

23 Mar 2026 See More

Instead of taking the Shinkansen, choose the Kintetsu "HINOTORI"!

The Kintetsu Limited Express "HINOTORI," with its crimson-red exterior, runs between Osaka and Nagoya and focuses on providing a comfortable ride. It offers both premium and standard cars, and if you get the chance to ride it, I recommend choosing the premium car. The fare is only JPY 700 more, but the seats are much more comfortable and the windows feel more open and spacious. The whole atmosphere feels upscale, and it makes it easy to fully relax during the trip.

The bench area is another highlight you shouldn’t miss. It’s a great place to change up the mood during the journey. Grab a coffee or snack from the café area nearby and quietly watch the scenery change outside the window—it has a special charm of its own.

Roppongi Keyakizaka Street

Spanning approximately 400 meters east-west through Roppongi Hills, Roppongi Keyakizaka Street connects the Circular Route 3 and TV Asahi Street. It's a gently sloping avenue lined with zelkova trees, where beds of colorful flowers mark the seasons.

Akasaka, Roppongi, Azabu-Juban
Tourist Attractions

22 Mar 2026 See More

The illuminations on Roppongi Keyakizaka, shining in harmony with Tokyo Tower, are a classic part of the Christmas season in Tokyo and a place I’ve always wanted to visit. Seeing them in person was absolutely heart-stirring.

Inuyama Castle

The Inuyama Castle keep is one of five deemed national treasures in Japan. It’s especially famous for remaining today as the oldest watchtower-style keep in Japan. It’s said it was built in 1537 by Oda Nobuyasu, the father of Oda Nobunaga.

Aichi
Tourist Attractions

9 Mar 2026 See More

The beauty of Inuyama Castle comes from seeing it at a distance. From the Rhine Bridge, the sight of Inuyama Castle towering above and the rapidly flowing Kiso River creates a truly breathtaking scene.

Lake Chuzenji

It has been said that the valley was dammed by lava from the eruption of Mt. Nantai about 20,000 years ago, and the original shape was created. Located at an altitude of 1,269 meters above sea level, it is at one of the highest heights in Japan.

Tochigi
Nature Spots

9 Mar 2026 See More

Sunlight shimmered across the lake in Nikko. Walking along Lake Chuzenji during the fall foliage season, with the crisp air and wide-open lake views, felt incredibly refreshing.

Kanda Myojin

Kanda Myojin is a historical shrine famous for bestowing its blessings in marriage and business prosperity, enhancing luck in battle while warding off danger and disaster. Located in Tokyo's central business district, many firms come to worship at the beginning of the year, as this shrine cannot be ignored if seeking fortune in business.

Akihabara, Kanda, Ochanomizu
Shrines & Temples

7 Mar 2026 See More

A place where the modern and the traditional coexist. With buildings woven from vermilion and bronze—this is Kanda Myojin, Tokyoites’ guardian shrine.

I’ve visited quite a few shrines, but Kanda Myojin feels the most modern. The on-site cultural exchange center, EDOCCO, isn’t just a place to take a break—it’s more like a mini department store. There’s a café, and you can even pick up anime collaboration merch.

If I had to choose one spot to represent Tokyo, it would have to be Kanda Myojin.

Asagaya Shinmeigu Shrine

The shrine is located in Asagaya, Suginami Ward, Tokyo, and is dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami. It is said that the origin of "Asagaya Shinmeigū Shrine" dates back to the time when Yamato Takeru no Mikoto rested in Asagaya on his way back from an expedition to the east, and then later the villagers, who admired Yamato Takeru no Mikoto's military exploits, established the shrine.

Nakano, Koenji, Ogikubo, Nerima
Shrines & Temples

7 Mar 2026 See More

My first time visiting Asagaya. I came for Asagaya Shinmeigu Shrine, but ended up loving the vibe of the whole area.

Right outside the station, the streets feel super lived-in and local. Then once you step into the shrine grounds, it’s like entering another world—quiet, elegant, and really calming.

The embroidered goshuin and the omamori are beautifully made, with tons of options (including seasonal limited editions). It honestly made it hard to choose.

Kegon Falls

Nikko is home to many waterfalls, but its most famous waterfall is Kegon Falls. Here the water from Lake Chuzenji spills down a 97-meter-tall cliff, showcasing a beautiful and powerful force of nature. From the observation platform, which you can reach down at the waterfall basin by elevator, you can experience the roar of the falls and the splashing water from up close.

Tochigi
Nature Spots

5 Mar 2026 See More

Compared to Fukuroda Falls, the flow here feels more concentrated and powerful.
Even viewing from the observation deck at a distance, the thunderous roar is seriously impressive. It’s hard to believe this force comes from the calm waters of Lake Chuzenji!

Fukuroda no Taki (Fukuroda Falls)

Fukuroda Falls, a prominent tourist spot in Ibaraki, are located in Taki River which stems from Kuji River running through Okukuji District. The great waterfall is 120m-tall and 73m-wide, one of Japan's Three Great Waterfalls along with Kegon Falls in Tochigi and Nachi Falls in Wakayama. It was also selected into 100 best waterfalls in Japan.

Ibaraki
Nature Spots

5 Mar 2026 See More

Heading north from Mito, I made it to Fukuroda Falls just to see one of Japan’s Three Great Waterfalls.
I expected something super grand and dramatic, but it was surprisingly elegant—gentle streams flowing down slowly.
There are two viewing platforms, and the different distances give you totally different views.

Unshoji Temple

Unshoji is a Soto Zen temple located on the Oga Peninsula, the westernmost point of Akita Prefecture. It is said to have been founded in 1624, and its main hall, a historic building, was constructed during the Edo period. The temple's principal image is a statue of Shakyamuni Buddha, reportedly crafted by a sculptor from Osaka.

Akita
Shrines & Temples

5 Mar 2026 See More

While planning my trip, I randomly came across this “must-see before you die” view, and I decided I had to go!
Getting there isn’t very convenient, but seeing such an incredible sea of hydrangeas for the first time was totally worth it. It really reminded me of the magic of Japan’s four seasons—and now I want to go out and collect even more seasonal scenery!

A-FACTORY

A-FACTORY is a good place to stop by at the end of your trip in Aomori Prefecture. It is a spot where you can find a wide variety of foodstuffs, sundries, traditional crafts, and gourmet foods produced in Aomori.

Aomori
Local Products Center & Souvenir Stores

5 Mar 2026 See More

The exterior is super photogenic, and inside it’s more of a multi-purpose shopping complex. For souvenirs, compared with the nearby Aomori Prefecture Tourist Center ASPAM, the items sold here feel a bit more refined.

I also bought my second Aomori apple pie here. It was tasty, but compared to Angelique in Hirosaki, it wasn’t as memorable.