I only learned after visiting that you could once travel to Europe by taking a ship from Tsuruga to Vladivostok, then a train across Siberia to Paris. It was a major international route that saved a lot of time.
Port of Humanity Tsuruga Museum | Review by TAI MING YUEH
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Gandate Gorge
Located at the confluence of the Osaka River and Nigori River, Gandate Gorge is home to the majestic Gandate Rock Wall, designated as a Natural Monument of Gifu Prefecture. This colossal rock formation stands 72 meters high and 120 meters wide, created by the lava flow from Mount Ontake's eruption about 54,000 years ago. The unique geological structure, known as "columnar jointing," gives the appearance of numerous columns standing side by side.
The towering rock walls and winding gorge really make you feel the incredible power of nature.
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Odawara Castle
Odawara Castle once served as the base of the Hojo clan during the Sengoku period before becoming the Okubo clan residence during the Edo period. Today this beloved symbol of Odawara keeps a revamped castle grounds that’s redeveloped as a park centered around the reconstructed main keep.
From the top of the main keep, you get a wide, sweeping view of all of Odawara City.
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Moxy Osaka Honmachi
Produced by the world’s largest hotel brand “Marriott International”. With quality services in terms of guests' lifestyles such as business and leisure, hotel guests can use the cafe, bar, gym with high-tech machines 24/7. It promises a stress free stay.
The hotel is located in Honmachi, right in the center of Osaka. It's super convenient, close to the subway, and makes it easy to get to all the main attractions in Osaka.