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DIY Your Dream Seafood Bowl in Kushiro! We

🐟✨ DIY Your Dream Seafood Bowl in Kushiro!
Welcome to Washo Market, home of the legendary Katte-don — a DIY-style sashimi bowl where you get to choose every topping. 😍

Pick from a massive selection of fresh, high-quality, and affordable sashimi — from fatty tuna and scallops to ikura, uni, and local specialties you won’t find anywhere else. 🦀🦐🐠

It’s hands-down one of the most fun (and delicious) ways to experience seafood in Hokkaido.
Come hungry, build your masterpiece, and taste the ocean — your way. 🎌🍣

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Kusatsu Onsen: Japan’s Legendary Hot Spri

♨️ Kusatsu Onsen: Japan’s Legendary Hot Spring Town ♨️
Nestled in the mountains of Gunma, Kusatsu boasts some of the hottest and most healing waters in Japan. 🏔️🛁
Watch the dramatic Yumomi performance, stroll through the steamy streets, and soak your stress away in centuries-old baths.
It’s more than a dip—it’s a full-on time-travel experience.

📍Kusatsu Onsen, Gunma
💡 Tip: Don’t miss the public foot baths and onsen manju treats!

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Underground temples & anime dreams? We

🏛️💧 Underground temples & anime dreams? Welcome to Kasukabe! 🌀🎨
Just outside Tokyo, this hidden gem in Saitama is home to Japan’s jaw-dropping underground flood control system—nicknamed the “Underground Temple”—and the hometown of everyone’s favorite troublemaker, Crayon Shin-chan! 🏃‍♂️💥

📸 Walk beneath towering columns, learn how Tokyo stays dry, and visit spots inspired by Shin-chan’s world—it’s a perfect blend of engineering wonder and childhood nostalgia. 🧠✨

👉 Read our full Kasukabe guide and plan your visit—link in the comments!

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🥟✨ Gyoza lovers, this one’s for you! ✨🥟
Did you know Utsunomiya is Japan’s ultimate gyoza destination—with over 300 specialty dumpling shops? 🤯 From crispy pan-fried bites at Minmin to bold, creative flavors at Baliron, this city is a gyoza paradise you’ll want to explore one plate at a time! 😋🔥

🗾 Planning your Japan trip? Add Utsunomiya to your itinerary—it’s just an hour from Tokyo and the perfect foodie stop between city life and Nikko’s nature and shrines! 🍃🚅

👉 Read our full guide on the best gyoza spots in Utsunomiya—link in the comments!

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Ameya-Yokocho (アメ横) – Ueno’s Bustli

📍 Ameya-Yokocho (アメ横) – Ueno’s Bustling Market Street 🏮✨

Welcome to Ame Yoko, Tokyo’s vibrant shopping street where you can find everything from fresh seafood 🐟🍣 and street food 🍡🥟 to fashion 👕👟 and souvenirs! This lively market, located between Ueno and Okachimachi Stations, has a rich post-war history as a place for candy vendors and black-market goods—hence the name “Ameya” (candy shop).

🌟 What to Try:
🍡 Yakitori & Takoyaki – Perfect for snacking!
🍓 Fresh Strawberries on a Stick – A sweet favorite 🍓🍯
🦀 Cheap Seafood – Great deals on crabs, tuna, and more!
👕 Discount Fashion – Sneakers, bags, and streetwear steals!

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Tip: Bargaining is common here, so don’t be shy to ask for a discount!

Tag a friend who needs to visit this Tokyo shopping paradise! 🛍️✨

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✨ Shimane Premium Tour – Limited Time Offer! ✨

🚨 Massive Price Reduction! 🚨
Originally ¥150,000, now just ¥60,000— a 60% discount on this all-inclusive cultural journey!
Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to explore one of Japan’s best-kept secrets at an unbeatable price.

📅April 19th - April 20th📅

🔹 What’s Included? 🔹
✈️ Round-trip flights (Haneda ✈️ Hagi - Iwami)
🏨 Hotel Accommodations
🍽️ Meals included
🎭 Exclusive behind-the-scenes access to a Kagura mask workshop
🔥 Witness the mesmerizing Iwami Kagura performance
🛁 Relax in a world-renowned alkaline onsen
⛏️ Discover the historic Iwami Ginzan - The once largest silver mine in the world & UNESCO heritage site.
🌊 Venture into the Okubo Caves, accessible only through exclusive-access tours.

🚌 Private transport & expert guides

📅 4 Limited spots available! Check the link in our bio or DM us for details before they’re gone!

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Sakura Blooming Soon!

Cherry blossom sea

🌸 Sakura Blooming Soon! 🌸
Cherry blossom season is just two weeks away! 🌿✨ If you can’t wait to see Japan covered in pink, please check our previous post for the latest cherry blossom bloom forecast and start planning your hanami outing now! 🌸💖

Where do you want to see cherry blossoms this year? Let us know in the comments! 👇🌸

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Explore The Wonderland -Eastern Hokkaido-

✨ Explore The Wonderland -Eastern Hokkaido- ✨

❄️ Snowshoeing around Lake Mashu—one of the clearest crater lakes in Japan, surrounded by untouched winter landscapes! 👣🏔️

🌊 Standing on drift ice in Shiretoko, where the Okhotsk Sea transforms into a frozen wonderland! Walk on floating ice and witness breathtaking Arctic-like scenery. ❄️🦅

Would you try these incredible winter experiences? ❄️✨

📍 Lake Mashu & Shiretoko, Hokkaido, Japan
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Sakura Season 2025

As spring unfolds, ch

🌸 Sakura Season 2025 🌸
As spring unfolds, cherry blossoms paint the country in shades of pink, creating picture-perfect moments. But their arrival is not the same everywhere, as blooming times shift with the weather. From Okinawa’s early sakura in February to the late blossoms of northern Japan, each region offers a unique experience.

🌿 Enjoying sakura isn’t just about the view! Many people around Japan enjoy:
🌸 Hanami (花見）– Picnic under the cherry trees with delicious food and drinks 🧺🍡
🌙 Yozakura (夜桜) – Nighttime cherry blossoms illuminated beautifully ✨
🏯 Temple & Castle Views (お城と桜) – Iconic sakura spots with historical backdrops 🏯
🌊 Riverside Blossoms (川沿いの桜) – Sakura reflecting on water for a dreamy scene 🌊
We would love to hear from you!
What are your favorite spots to enjoy cherry blossoms?

⬇️Share your recommendations in the comments!⬇️

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