Atami, Shizuoka Onsen manju, geyser, Yuzenn Jinja, ashi yu (outdoor public foot bath) cafe "Ki-ito" chestnut dessert https://www.waguri-kiito.com/ Japanese confectionery Tokiwagi Yokan ten https://tokiwagi-yohkanten.com/

Aomori Sannai Maruyama ( 三内丸山遺跡 ) in Aomori, Japan, is a significant archaeological site and UNESCO World Heritage location , showcasing the largest Jomon period settlement (c. 5900-4200 years ago) with reconstructed pit dwellings, large pillar structures, and extensive artifacts, offering deep insight into prehistoric Japanese life, trade, and culture. It features a museum with excavated items and hands-on activities, providing a unique glimpse into Japan's ancient past.

Aomori The Nebuta Museum WA-RASSE is a facility that introduces the history and charms of the Aomori Nebuta Festival. Conveniently located near JR Aomori station. https://www.nebuta.jp/warasse/foreign/english.html

Kitakaro is a renowned sweets shop and café chain in Hokkaido. In Sapporo’s Omotesando, the main store sits on the second floor of a repurposed library which was originally built in 1926, giving it a charming old-world atmosphere. Not only sweets, their senbei (rice crackers) are amazing.

Hakodate, Sapporo, Kushiro 2024 February Ramen "Ajisai" in Hakodate Ikameshi (Squid Rice) near Mori station Pastryy at Rokkatei Goryoukaku cafe Seafood grill at "Noah's Arc" in Sapporo Sweets, rice cracker and cafe at Kitakaro, Sapporo Miso ramen, Kushiro A Japanese confectionery called "Hougan sama" only sold at Rokkatei Hokkaido Jingu cafe "Haskapp Jewelry" cookie recommended by a Sapporo local Scallop butter rice ball sold at the train station "Morihiko" coffee and much mo

Hokkaido Along the way - looking out from the car (sightseeing taxi in Kushiro) and JR local train (Hakodate - Sapporo - Kushiro) February, 2024

Sapporo, Hokkaido Hokkaido Jingu (Hokkaido Shrine) in Sapporo is Hokkaido's most important Shinto shrine , enshrining deities of land development, including Emperor Meiji, offering spiritual support, good fortune, and beautiful cherry blossoms in Maruyama Park, especially popular for New Year's and spring festivals. It's a significant cultural site with natural beauty, wildlife, traditional rituals, and opportunities to buy amulets, serving as a spiritual heart for the region

Hokkaido February 2024 The Sapporo Snow Festival ( Sapporo Yuki Matsuri ) is a massive annual winter event in Sapporo, Japan, held for about a week in February, featuring spectacular, large-scale snow and ice sculptures at three main sites: Odori Park (giant sculptures, illuminations), Susukino (intricate ice sculptures), and Tsudome (family snow play) . Originating in 1950 from high school students building snow statues, it has grown into a world-famous festival attracting m