Because Yonezu Kenshi performed at the “Otsuka Museum of Art” during the 2018 Kōhaku Uta Gassen on December 31, the Otsuka International Art Museum has become popular again. The Otsuka Museum of Art is an art museum established by Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. It mainly exhibits famous ceramic paintings from around the world and has the largest permanent exhibition space in Japan. Therefore, for those who cannot personally visit the Louvre or the British Museum, they can visit here to see approximately 1000 famous paintings and ancient murals from around the world!
Category: Travel
【Tokushima Prefecture】Take a boat ride to admire the Naruto Whirlpools.
There are many famous attractions in Shikoku. In Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture, the most famous one is the Naruto Whirlpools.The Naruto Whirlpool is a natural wonder at sea created by the Naruto Strait between Tokushima and Awaji Island. Among them, during the spring and autumn high tides, the Naruto Strait reaches its peak, with whirlpools reaching a diameter of up to 20 meters, making it the largest whirlpool in the world. So, when you have the opportunity to visit Tokushima, besides watching the Awa Dance, remember to come and see this unique natural phenomenon.
Hokkaido Transportation – Wakkanai to Rishiri Island
To travel from Wakkanai to Rishiri Island, most people use the HeartLand Ferry.
The image below shows the Wakkanai Ferry Terminal.
To reach Rebun Island, you also board the ferry here.
It takes about 12 minutes on foot from Wakkanai Station. If your hotel is farther away, taking a taxi is more convenient
Hokkaido Eastern Region Attraction – Abashiri Prison Museum – The World’s Oldest Wooden Prison Building, Japan’s Most Inescapable Prison
The Abashiri Prison Museum is an open-air historical museum that preserves and displays buildings actually used in Abashiri Prison since the Meiji era.
It is probably the most famous attraction in the Abashiri area, aside from the drift ice.
Hokkaido Accommodation – JR Inn Asahikawa – Next to JR Asahikawa Station, Aeon downstairs, all rooms with Simmons beds, and a variety of pillows to choose from
Although JR is a transportation company, they have built many hotels next to major stations across Japan.
The JR Inn Asahikawa we stayed at this time may not be a five-star hotel, but it is stylishly designed, simple, and clean.
All rooms use Simmons mattresses and offer a variety of pillows for guests to choose from.
Additionally, it is conveniently located with an Aeon supermarket downstairs, making shopping easy, which is why it is loved by many.
Hokkaido Attractions – Yubetsu Tulip Park and Shibazakura Takinoue Park – 70,000 Square Meters of Tulips and Japan’s Largest Shibazakura Field
This time, we visited “Yubetsu Tulip Park” and “Shibazakura Takinoue Park”, witnessing the off-season scenery.
Yubetsu covers a total area of 125,000 square meters, with 70,000 square meters dedicated to planting around 200 varieties of tulips.
The best time to admire the tulips is from mid to late May each year.
Shibazakura Takinoue Park boasts a 10-hectare sea of shibazakura, making it Japan’s largest shibazakura spot. The peak blooming season is from early May to early June.
Hokkaido Eastern Attractions – Enjoy Exclusive Camembert Cheese Ice Cream at Nonky Land and Visit the Shibazakura at Taiyo no Oka Engaru Park
Nonky Land is a cheese-themed tourist factory where you can observe the cheese-making process. They also sell an exclusive “Camembert Cheese Ice Cream” that you can’t find anywhere else!
Taiyo no Oka Engaru Park boasts Japan’s largest cosmos garden. I came here to see the shibazakura and autumn leaves.
【Yilan】 Most ‘Shrimply’ Amazing Attraction! A Giant Grass Shrimp Spotted in Jiaoxi Weighing a Whopping 3 Tons !
A colossal prawn has landed! Recently, a “super-sized prawn” statue has appeared by the roadside in Jiaoxi, Yilan. This prawn boasts a massive body, a slightly transparent shell, long antennae, and slender legs, looking lifelike whether viewed from afar or up close. Many passersby are drawn to this giant prawn statue, stopping specifically to take photos and check in. Once posted online, it has attracted a lot of attention.
【New Taipei】Lights Up a 13-Meter Tall Giant Kitty! ‘SANRIO Colorful Bitan’ Makes Its Debut for a Limited Three-Month Run. Hello Kitty, Melody, and Cinnamoroll for a Super Photo-Op!
So cute it’s criminal! This year, the new Bitan Scenic Area has launched a brand new landscape art installation, in collaboration with Sanrio. Popular characters like Hello Kitty, Melody, Cinnamoroll, and Gudetama are all making an appearance in the new theme “SANRIO Colorful Bitan”, which will be on display for 59 days free of charge. The lights have officially been turned on, so hurry up and invite your friends and family to come and take pictures at the new Bitan Scenic Area.
【Japan】Tomorrow’s the Day! Asia’s Only ‘Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter’ Opens – Revealing the Largest Scale Park Scenery and Ticket Prices
Attention Harry Potter fans, the “Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter” is set to officially open on June 16th this year! This theme park, spanning approximately 30,000 square meters, perfectly recreates the atmosphere of the movies. Not only does it feature a variety of costumes and props, but it also includes many iconic scenes! Fly to Japan this year and experience the magical life of your dreams!