Visit Oosugi Shrine in Inashiki City, Ibaraki Prefecture. This article introduces the shrine’s many highlights with photos, including the horse-shaped tree trunk that’s perfect to see in the Year of the Horse, the “Winning Horse,” colorful shrine buildings, impressive tengu statues, and an unexpectedly luxurious restroom.

Visit Mori no Eki in Sendai for fresh seasonal cherries and locally grown vegetables. This favorite stop on our annual cherry-buying trip to Yamagata offers bargain baskets, freshly boiled corn, and plenty of great-value produce.

Take a stroll through **Mogami River Furusato General Park in Sagae, Yamagata Prefecture**. This nature-filled park near the Sagae Smart IC features scenic views from the observation deck, a beautiful rose garden, a skate park, and a giant slide—making it a great spot for a relaxing stop along your journey.

Discover a **heat-beating day trip itinerary in Atsugi and Isehara, Kanagawa**. Enjoy breakfast at Popura-kan Coffee, visit the Kanagawa Prefectural Disaster Prevention Center, stop by Kashiwagi Farm and Aozora to Daichi, then finish the day with a relaxing soak in the silky-smooth waters of **Nanasawa Onsen**.

At the Kanagawa Prefectural Disaster Prevention Center, we experienced a magnitude 7 earthquake simulation, strong winds, fire extinguishing, and smoke evacuation. This article also introduces the history of firefighting, AED training, and useful disaster-preparedness supplies, while sharing what the hands-on experiences taught us about the importance of being prepared.