One of the most scenic destination where you can enjoy the thrill and peace of mind at the same time. Every turn of the road offers something overwhelming. Kurobe Gorge gave us some great memories one of which is this train ride. The trolley train experience was totally enjoyable. Hope to visit again.

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Two mom friends (one still in the belly) cherry blossom viewing excursion. Coronavirus pandemic, I definitely took a selfie and enjoyed cherry blossom viewing!

[Englsih/Japanese] Stopped by Cerian, a confectionary shop a minute's walk from the school, and found the now rare "raccoon dog cake! I didn't hesitate to buy it ?"Tanuki Cake" is a raccoon-shaped cake that became popular about 40 years ago, and it is even said to be an endangered species, as there are fewer and fewer stores making this cake these days. I was very impressed by how carefully the raccoon's face was made. The taste was very sweet, and my fatigue flew away ✨ When I stopped by the pastry shop "Celian", which is a 1-minute walk from the school, I found a rare "raccoon cake"! I bought ? the "Tanuki Cake" without hesitation, which is a raccoon-shaped cake that became popular about 40 years ago, and since there are fewer shops that make this cake these days, it is said to be an endangered species. I was very impressed that the raccoon face was made very carefully. The taste was very sweet and my fatigue flew ✨ away.

Shiohiki salmon is a salmon dish that represents Murakami City, Niigata Prefecture. The ingredients are only selected salmon and natural coarse salt, and are exposed to the cold northwest wind for three weeks, where they slowly dry while fermenting, maturing, and condensing the umami. The scenery of 1,000 salted salmon hanging has become a winter tradition in Murakami. It is a scenery that reminds me every time I taste a salmon dish.

Ashino Park, which has been selected as one of the Japan's "Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots," has the Osamu Dazai Literary Monument, a bronze statue, a monument to the birthplace of the Tsugaru shamisen, and more than 1,500 cherry trees, including Somei Yoshino. Especially near Ashino Koen Station, the Tsugaru Railway runs through a cherry blossom tunnel that spreads out to cover the tracks, and the sight is an unforgettable memory of the trip.

Recently we had some different kind of travel experience during our Niigata tour. We heard about the jade beach of Itoigawa and just for fun went there to enjoy real life treasure hunt experience. The day was sunny and the beautiful stone beach shine bright. Frankly speaking if you stand near the sea shore call colorful pebbles look like expensive stones ? and me and my wife collected a lot of stones regardlessly shape and color. This was our first time jade collecting experience and we knew a few things so we didn't expect to get any. Till we dont know if we have any jade or not but few of our stones looks translucent with bright green color under flash light. We shared one of it. Jade or not, for us it is a priceless stone as we have a lot of happy memories with it.

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Gunma Travel Ikaho Onsen is a popular tourist spot representing Gunma Prefecture along with Kusatsu Onsen. From the 365 stone steps, you can see the mountains around Gunma Prefecture.

It is the "Hojo Festival" in Yorii Town held on October 9 of this month. Divided into the Hojo clan and their enemy camps, they fought a battle at Tamayodo River. Cannons and fireworks were also launched, and we were able to see a powerful demonstration.

This is the fireworks festival of the "Izumo Myth Festival" held in Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture on 8/28. The Izumo Myth Festival was held for the first time in three years by Coronavirus pandemic, and there were many people watching it on the bank in front of the venue. The fireworks was launched to the performance of the brass band of the local high school, and the sight of people looking up at the fireworks and fireworks was a very beautiful and moving moment. We hope to see a wonderful fireworks again next year.

This is the tram I used to go to Kyoto Arashiyama. I usually live in Kanto and don't see streetcars, so I took a picture from a low angle. The color of the train is also purple, which is a cute and memorable photo.

Shirasaki Marine Park in Wakayama, a nostalgic date spot I visited with my mom before I visited this time too, so I took a selfie until dawnUnfortunately, I couldn't see the Milky Way, but the stars are very beautiful here and the white rock surface is otherworldly and mysterious ??.

It is a definition nyorai Saihoji temple located deep in the mountains of Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture (Part (4))

It is a definition of Nyorai Saihoji Temple deep in the mountains of Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture (Part (3))

It is a definition of Saihoji Temple located deep in the mountains of Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture (Part (2))

It is a definition of Nyorai Saihoji Temple located deep in the mountains of Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture. During the autumn foliage season, the surrounding trees are beautiful with color.

This photo was taken in Kimitsu City, Chiba Prefecture. It was raining the day before, so the conditions for the sea of clouds were prepared and I went to take pictures.

It was just the night of July 7th, Tanabata Day. A traditional event at Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine in Fukuoka Prefecture. It was held for the first time in several years due to the influence of Corona. It was so mysterious that I was glad I went.

I went to the Shimanami Kaido on a very hot day. It was impressive that there were many people enjoying cycling. I also want to cycle during the cooler months.

This was my first autumn experience ever and I thanks myself for choosing Aomori for that. It was absolutely stunning and surreal. Till now after visiting a dozons of place, the memories of Oirase gorge is still fresh.

◈Uchimura Kanzo Memorial Stone Church I went here on my first visit in Karuizawa. The church is simple yet artistic on the outside, and it's very solemn in the inside. As a Catholic myself, I felt that I was talking directly to God as I pray inside. This church makes me want to explore more of the beautiful architectures in Karuizawa.

◈Shiraito Falls in Karuizawa, Nagano Shiraito means "white thread" in Japanese. And, I agree that the water here looks like white threads, and it's just so relaxing to be here.

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The fondest travel memory I have of Japan is being able to experience with my family the majestic view of cherry blossoms in full bloom which is truly a sight to behold. One quiet morning during the spring season, we witnessed how early risers of Osaka get to start their day with a picturesque canopy of sakura trees in full bloom. One can’t stop but be left breathless in sheer delight by just looking at the majestic sight of these flurry of pink and whites flutter in the wind. Our personal experience of hanami was an unforgettable memory because the experience left us with a great reminder on how our lives are much like the sakura blossoms -- beautiful and fleeting. Life is so short and so one must enjoy and appreciate every moment we have while we are alive.

Tsukiji's sushi restaurant menu Datsufu ?

The other day, I went to Tsuyagawa, Kaizu City, Gifu Prefecture, and I took a picture of a red spider liliies in full bloom with flowers and a boatman in full bloom.

The identity of any city is the famous architecture, location, cultural etc. Sensoji is one of the prime identity of this city and from here we can see another current architectural wonder Skytree. One stands for the old and cultural part of this city and the other one is the symbol of Japan's modernity.

I found it when I was walking around Haebaru. Can you see the stars in the flowers?

Sensoji, the iconic symbol of tokyo. I visited this place several times and everytime I feel very good. The view of the temple looks much better in the night time than the day time, I guess. Also during day time the temple ground is usually too congested but ib the night time its much better. I wish to visit here again.