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Prefecture Mascots
There is a mascot for every prefecture in Japan. The country was already a cute explosion with all their goods, but even their representative mascots are adorable except for some like Hokkaido’s mascot. Usually when you hear mascot they are … Continue reading
Takoyaki
Takoyaki (たこ焼き) is a popular type of street vendor food in the Kansai region. The “tako” in the name means octopus and “yaki” means anything grilled or fried. In English it is commonly referred to as octopus balls because of … Continue reading
Pokemon Center, Osaka
There are a chain of stores in Japan that are known as the Pokémon Center. The one in this picture is located in Osaka on the 13th floor of the Daimaru Umeda Store. It really close to the JR Osaka … Continue reading
Meiji Jingu Gaien
The 300-meter-long avenue leading to the Meiji Memorial Picture Gallery is spectacular—walk under the tunnel of golden yellow foliage created by 146 gingko trees is an unforgettable moment.
Ikaho Stone Steps
This is the well known Ikaho Stone Steps, form the main street of Ikaho Hot Springs resort area. It is a street lined with Japanese-Style Inns, local gift shops and shooting galleries. On the way up the stone steps, you will … Continue reading