富山 Farewell to Hotel Tateyama: One Last Summer Stay Before It Closed
2026年8月に宿泊営業を終了したホテル立山へ閉館直前に宿泊。富山駅から室堂へのアクセス、みくりが池ハイキング、夕食、星空観賞、早朝散歩まで実体験を紹介します。
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Ibaraki 【Ibaraki】Oosugi Shrine: A Colorful and Quirky Shrine to Visit in the Year of the Horse!
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.
Model Plan 【Yamagata 1-Night, 2-Day Trip】A Cherry-Buying Road Trip Through Tendo and Sagae
A 2-day, 1-night driving itinerary to Yamagata to buy fresh cherries. This efficient route takes you to Mori-no-Eki, Kokubun Ichinomiya Suwa Shrine, Tendo Park, Yubo Ichiraku, JA Sagae Nishimurayama, and Mogamigawa Furusato General Park.
Miyagi 【Sendai】Mori no Eki: Fresh Cherries, Local Vegetables, and Great Bargains
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.
Model Plan Cherries, hot springs, sake, and a giant Buddha!? A 3-day, 2-night road trip in Sendai packed with blessings! 🍒♨️🍶
From cherry picking in an alley orchard to a Nikka Whisky tour, plus the Great Kannon statue and Akiu Shrine—here’s a 2-night, 3-day model course to fully enjoy Sendai! Includes links to Tabijun’s blog for each spot, so you can use it as-is for planning your trip.
山形 Exploring Mogamigawa Furusato General Park: A Refreshing Stop for Roses and Beautiful Views
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.
Model Plan A Heat-Smart Day Trip Around Atsugi and Isehara: From Breakfast to Nanasawa Onsen
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**.
Kanagawa Hands-On Disaster Training at the Kanagawa Prefectural Disaster Prevention Center
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.
Great food 【Atsugi】Popurakan Coffee: A Hidden Gem Surrounded by Peaceful Countryside
I tried the popular breakfast set at **Popura-kan Coffee** in Atsugi, Kanagawa. This article introduces its fresh salad, croissant, siphon-brewed coffee, cozy atmosphere, parking, and opening hours.
Great food Sagamihara’s Famous Spot! A Spice Paradise at Curry Shop Maboroshi!
I savored an incredible spice curry at Maboroshi, a famous curry spot in Sagamihara!
This popular restaurant requires a numbered ticket to enter—and for good reason.
I tried both the pork and chicken curries and wrote up a full review.
Don’t miss the unique ordering system and flavors that often sell out fast!