If you fancy yourself a bread connoisseur, you must give Fukukuru Woodfire Bakery (薪窯パンふくくる) in Kameoka a try! Although it is a little far from Kameoka Station, the bread is very flavorful and delicious. The little store in an old folk house has a relaxing atmosphere. The couple who run the bakery are very nice […]
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Because Kameoka City (亀岡市) is situated in a basin, it is usually covered by a thick fog in the morning from late autumn to early spring. The locals refer to the fog in Kameoka as Tamba Fog (丹波霧), and the fantastic sea of clouds scenery earned Kameoka the title of “The City of Fog” (霧の都)!
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If you are already bored with ordinary temples and shrines in Kyoto, you might still want to check out Anao-ji Temple (穴太寺) when you visit Kameoka. The Buddha is covered in a Japanese futon! Known as the 21st temple in The 33 Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage, Anao-ji, boasting a history of more than 1,300 years, is
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If you plan to visit Kawagoe, how about making it an overnight trip so that you can stop by the attractions in Tokorozawa City (所沢市) nearby the next day on your way back to Tokyo? The city is recommended for those looking for a destination with a good mixture of nature and urban elements. In
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If you enjoy browsing apparel and accessories, visit Leberment (リベルマン) on Nakamichi-dōri Street in Kichijōji. The shop is opposite Kichijōji Nishi Park (吉祥寺西公園) and has a small cafe, perfect for taking a brief break. In addition to the owner’s carefully picked items, works from lesser-known artists can also be found at Leberment.
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The Fantasy Springs (ファンタジースプリングス) area at Tokyo DisneySea was newly opened in June 2024. So, as you can imagine, many are attracted to Tokyo DisneySea because of this new area and would want to try all the rides there! From April 2025, you can either queue to board one of the rides in Fantasy Springs
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Don’t treat Tokyo Disneyland or Tokyo DisneySea as another theme park you can swing by whenever you want! The theme park is so popular that the Tokyo Disneyland admission tickets can sell out! Because there are so many people in the park daily, the next question after you decide to visit Tokyo Disney Resort is,
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Traveling with children, especially toddlers, can be challenging. So, if you plan to visit Tokyo Disneyland or Tokyo DisneySea with the younger ones, here are some tips that should make the day less stressful and more enjoyable. Information on which rides in Tokyo Disney Resort are suitable for specific age groups, as well as what
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If you come to Kichijōji for local food and snacks, visit the Daiyagai (吉祥寺ダイヤ街) parallel to Kichijoji Station beyond Harmonica Yokochō. The arcade is divided into three zones: the East Zone (イースト・ゾーン), the West Zone (ウエスト・ゾーン), and the Dome Zone (ドーム・ゾーン). When you walk on the covered shopping street, you will notice that more than 50
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Important: Unfortunately, Itōya will close from the 1st of April 2025 with no plans to reopen currently. If you are looking for a vegan-friendly Izakaya (similar to a Western pub, a Spanish tapas bar, or a tavern) in Matsumoto, visit Itōya (小料理 いとう家). Here, you can enjoy homemade local dishes prepared using locally sourced ingredients,
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