So many flowers across this huge park! When I visited, the wisteria was almost done, which was a bit disappointing, but the roses were in full bloom and absolutely beautiful!
mizuiro_lawson's Reviews Page 5/12
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This is a café where motorcycle and car lovers gather. You can enjoy coffee and light meals here, plus they have some tasty desserts! Even if it's your first time, it's a casual spot where you can easily chat with the owner and other customers. It's right in front of the highway interchange, so it's super convenient if you're coming from the Tokyo Gaikan, Joban, or Shuto Expressways.
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Even though it's in the middle of the city, the temple sits on a huge property, so the sky feels wide and it's really peaceful. It's right next to Tokyo Tower, so you'll definitely want to snap some photos. I drew an omikuji and got 'daikichi' (great luck)!
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The train climbs steep mountain slopes with impressive power. There are several switchbacks along the way, so you get the unique experience of the train changing directions. It's also really convenient that you can easily transfer to the Romancecar at Hakone-Yumoto Station!
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I visited on a snowy day in mid-March. The ropeway was stopped in the morning, so I went after it started running again in the afternoon. In the end, everything was completely white and I couldn't see anything, so I just ate a black egg and headed back. I'd love to come again on a sunny day.
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There's a giant Yatagarasu that suddenly appears in one corner of the shrine! It's so big that it feels a bit eerie at first, but the more you look at it, the cuter it seems.
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If you're heading to the Warehouse District, I definitely recommend taking this street! Walking from Kawagoe Station or Hon-Kawagoe Station, you really feel like you're traveling back in time. It totally sets the mood!
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This is a great hot spring with that classic sulfur aroma! I visited on a snowy, chilly day at the end of the year. It was pretty crowded since it was a holiday, but the historic vibe and atmosphere made it totally worth it. I highly recommend checking it out at least once!
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In winter, the foxes look so fluffy that they almost look like raccoons at first glance. But if you look closely, they're definitely foxes. There are so many of them and they're super cute! Watching the foxes was great, but I think the staff's attitude could use some improvement. The person at the front desk kept repeating in a harsh tone, 'If anything happens, it's all your own responsibility,' which was kind of scary. Other staff members were also yelling at guests with megaphones all over the place. I get that safety is important, but I don't think most visitors feel good about being treated like that. I hope things get better in the future.
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I stopped by for a break and tried the Hachioji ramen. The soy sauce broth with chopped onions is what makes it unique. The flavor was light and easy to eat, but I wish it had a bit more character. Looking back, maybe I should've gone for the sesame dumplings instead.
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