Monthly Archives for June 2014
Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology
Also called the “Toyota Museum,” in Aichi Pref. you can see many models from classic Toyota to the newest & futuristic car. It’s also focusing on the theme of technology and innovation in general.
Nishiki Market, Kyoto
Also known as “Kyoto’s Kitchen,” it’s a great place to pick up ingredients for dinner or soak up the local atmosphere. There are about 130 grocery shops, including seafood shops, lined up on both sides of the narrow street. They … Continue reading
Shinsaibashi Osaka
Osaka’s Shinsaibashi shopping district has something for just about everyone. As you can see in this photo that shows what appears to be everyone in the city browsing along its covered pedestrian walkway. Along both side of the long street you will … Continue reading
Traditional Japanese Boat, Tokyo
Traditional “wasen” boats that have been around since the Edo Period, and you can board and ride them up & down the Yokojikkengawa Canal that passes through Yokojikkengawa Shinsui Park in Tokyo. The operation is managed by the Wasen Tomo-no-kai. The ride … Continue reading
Hakone Yumoto Station -bento
Looking for something to eat after a fun trip in Hakone? Try to get an Eki-ben like the above picture from Hakone Yumoto Station before your Hakone Romance car (train ride) back to Tokyo. Yummy!