Some very traditional architecture and scenes from the heart of Japan. Not loads to keep a family entertained, good for a walk around if passing.

An old Japanese town in the middle of the ancient blue dyeing industry center. - Authentic Japanese housing with modern touches e.g. souvenir store, cafe, art gallery - Must-go spot near Mima city.

I went on a Friday by train, it was a 30 mins walk from the train station. The atmosphere of the small town was very peaceful because the buildings and houses are well preserved. Residents are still living there. There are restaurants and coffee shops hiding in the streets.

Very relaxing street with old buildings, shops and a few restaurants. Well worth spending a couple hours.

Interesting preserved history. Worth a shoet walk through. Visited on a Monday and everything was closed so can't speak for businesses. Good for taking photos.

#08November2024 | We explored the charming Udatsu Townscape, where history comes alive through its beautifully preserved traditional architecture. Walking through the historic streets gave us a glimpse into Japan’s rich heritage, and it was an inspiring way to end our day.

There are shops and houses that have been beautifully restored along this street. Indigo dying and bamboo doll making is in this area. Enjoyed pizza at a pizzeria for lunch set menu ¥1500 and a coffee at a cafe for ¥700. Very few people on a week day.

Managed to catch some autumn foliage at the 88th temple of the Shikoku pilgrimage. Weather is nice despite the cold wind and slight drizzle.

Temple 88 from the Shikoku ohenro pilgrimage Find peace and serenity in the heart of Shikoku

Even with cloudy day, we enjoyed the autumn foliage very much.. and also the Udon at Yasoba-an 🥰

A beautiful place but a little touristy. I completed my 88 temple journey after 30 days and loved seeing the main hall. The place is gorgeous and had beautiful trees everywhere.

Easily the most picturesque temple we have visited among the 88 in the pilgrimage. Beautiful autumn foliage and ancient religious buildings make for fabulous photo ops.

The "end of the road" of the Shikoku Pilgrimage, but this is just the end of the circle you traveled as a pilgrim. And many more will continue the route again. Here you will find many staffs left by pilgrims who have returned to their former lives, and where if you have completed the pilgrimage on foot, you can receive certification as a pilgrimage ambassador. For an historical note, he main deity of this temple is Yakushi Nyorai. Yakushi Nyorai is the Buddha of Medicine. “Yakushi” means, “medicine teacher”. He is typically displayed as holding a medicine jar in his left hand and the right hand is raised in a “fear not” position. Sometimes the left hand is in a “wish granting” position instead.

Beautiful. Huge Ginko tree was all yellow.

Kids loved it, close to the beach and a great viewpoint a few minutes walk up the mountain available. However it's infested with weird big flying bugs (don't sting but annoying and gross). Be sure to use bug spray

It is shameful and a disgrace that the Japanese authorities allow so much waste to be thrown into the ocean. There is an immense amount of plastic trash floating in the water off Ariake beach, and plastic is littering the beach itself. If this is in the top 100 of Japanese beaches, I fear for the future of the oceans around Japan.

It's ok

I love this park, it's beautiful and not crowded.

sea swimming

nice view

Historic sand art.

It’s mainly this giant sand sculpture really, not much to see elsewhere. The park itself provides a nice walk along the sea but really that is all.

This place is a hidden gem… I went there around sunset time expecting the view would be more spectacular. The view was majestic, meeting my expectation… In order to see the coin shape, u need to go up to an observatory place nearby. The road on the way to there has lots of curves, and it’s narrow a bit, so drive safely :-)

Not much to see here but it's a pretty nice to walk around. The area is clean and overlooks the sea. There is also a bit of history as to the creation of the sand coin. Quite interesting if you're into history. However, on top of that there's not much else to sightsee or do around here.

It is a very large coin-shaped monument molded directly out of the white sand of Ariake Beach. From the car park area of the Ariake Beach, you can walk to the reach the viewing point. For us, it was a 10 mins walk and be prepared to climb staircases. When you meet an open space with tarred-road, there’s a ‘forest route’ on the left, follow this way and continue walking for about 3 mins to reach at the viewing point. It is said that for viewers who lay eyes on the massive coin-shaped sand monument, they will be blessed with longevity and healthy life and prosperity. It is learned that the sand art is curated and surrounded by the pine trees which could be used as a barrier for resistant to wind and rain, and the maintenance of the sand-art is performed two times in a year.

Visited at night. There's an observatory that overlooks the coin and the town nearby, which is a 5minutes drive up a narrow road. Pretty nice place to stop by along the way if you pass by by car, but not sure if it's worth your time if you're taking public transport as there isn't anything else other than the coin.

At this place, you can’t see this view cause here is the same attitude. You can see this view from the high place; observatory. You can go there by car only 5 min. Enjoy and make the wish; be rich!!!

Edo period sand coin. Viewable in hilltop. Have also illumination by night.

Impressive shrine, I only visited the main shrine at about 700+ steps which is about half of the 1368 steps. Majority of the stairs are surrounded by trees, it gives a mystical feeling. At the main shrine, there are Omikuji (fortune telling paper) and charms available for sale. There's also a pot where people try to make their coin float. I think it means good luck for those who manage to successfully float their coin. I did not go to the inner shrine as there was not enough time and I was getting really hungry. Lucky for me, there's a cafe on the way down. I think the cafe is called Kamitsubaki. On the way up at about the 100 steps range there are many shops selling snacks and souvenir. I got a Ramune that I saw in Japanese anime but I was unable to open it. A kind local helped me out and taught me the way. At 金刀比羅宮 大門, about 300 steps in, there is an area where local people setup portable stalls to sell stuff. There was a kind lady that gave me yuzu hard candy (ame) every time I passed by😊, even though I did not buy anything. There is an area for feeding birds, some people brought seeds and the birds seem to really like it. They will fly back and forth between the hand and the tree to eat the seeds. Visited on 31 Mar 2025

🎉 Congrats! You’ve made it to the main shrine after conquering 785 stairs (around 30–45 minutes of climbing). The shrine itself is impressive, and the view from the observatory deck is absolutely worth the effort. Here you’ll find a limited selection of omamori, but there’s something unique—a dog omamori 🐶, perfect for blessing your furry friend. But wait… looking for the special black Tengu omamori? 👺 NOT HERE! To get that, you’ll need to push on and climb another 538 stairs (about 20–30 minutes) to reach Izutama Shrine. Good luck on the next leg of your journey! 💪⛩️

"A historic power spot in Japan, located in Kagawa Prefecture, the shrine is known for its significance. Climbing the stairs can be tough, but at the top, you will find a sacred shrine that grants various blessings, and it is a mystical place where the deities beloved by the Japanese reside. I highly recommend it."

Love the climb up to konpirasan. The view was nice and air is nice. I feel very relax when i climb up. Must go once in a lifetime.

The shrine was built in Edo era, climb up 785 stone steps to the shrine. Nonstop climbing takes about at least 1 hour and 30 mins for round trip. (A little bit stop for praying) Not recommend for small children and elderly.

If you’re over 30 and not used to regular exercise, I highly recommend taking a taxi up to around the 300th step before starting your climb. If you plan to reach Oku-sha (the Inner Shrine), which few people manage to visit, be sure to allocate plenty of time. At first, I thought the hike was manageable, but toward the end, it became a true test of endurance and willpower. No wonder it’s called the most challenging shrine to visit. Personally, I didn’t find the scenery particularly breathtaking compared to other places, but the sense of achievement from obtaining the goshuin (seal stamp) made it all worthwhile. I couldn’t help but wonder—do the people working here really climb up every day? Also, I saw an elderly couple holding hands and supporting each other as they made their way up, which was incredibly touching. Don’t push yourself too hard. Bring some water. Allow enough time. It’s absolutely worth it.

Need to be strong and have enough strength, both body and spirit, in order to climb up more than 1,300 ladders to see the main shrine on the hill. I had only 1 hour and was able to pay respect to the mid-way shrine only.

One of the bigger attractions in Kagawa. There was a pretty decent number of rides. Unfortunately, we didn't get to see or do much because the weather wasn't too good. At the time that we went, there were kids out in their school trips and they looked like they were having fun, so the place looked lively.

Don't come here expecting Disneyland, I'll say that first. This little park is charming and the workers are friendly and wholesome, and it was a ghost town, even though we went on Saturday. We didn't see all the areas or go on the rides, but there weren't a lot of areas that were interesting to us. The Oriental Trip portion was cool, with the replica buildings, but we had to pay an extra 500 yen to enter, though we already had the entry pass. I was happy to support the place, but I don't feel I got my money's worth at all. ^^; And definitely came to the rose gardens in the wrong season! Very little was blooming. The view was nice, though.

New Reoma World was a blast to visit in July. We spent most of the day in the pool, then the afternoon brought some clouds in which made it cool enough to enjoy the rides. Zero lines for anything, clean facilities, friendly staff, fun music and great performances. Favorite rides were Vivace, Bird Flyer, Spaceship 2056 and the Sky Cycle.

Had a great time with my toddler. Definitely recommend buying the free pass for an adult. If your kid is less than 3 years old, you do not have to purchase an entry ticket.

It was built early 90s. Well maintained but couldn’t remove the feeling 90s. It is good to visit with kids if you are in the area or staying the hotel next of it.

A fun experience with nice workers!❤️ There were many places to take pictures with friends and the fireworks were impressive. I recommend eating crapes for dessert, they were delicious. I would have given 5 stars if there very more things to do at the park👍 Put on warm clothes, it will get cold✨

We visited this place twice, but did not come for the theme park, mainly for the onsen and the food, especially for the ALL YOU CAN EAT CRAB. During our first visit we took their free shuttle near TENNOJI station, OSAKA. Years later, on our second visit, the shuttle was no longer free, they imposed a nominal fee, which was more than reasonable. We enjoyed both visits, just missed the crab on the second stay.. However, we enjoyed the day tour to Kazurabashi Bridge かずら橋 - Iya Valley. Apparently, they have several tours with different itineraries, some booked out early. We shall return, and will make sure not to miss the tour we are interested in.

Discover a stunning park that's breathtaking any time of the year. Spend a whole day exploring its scenic beauty and relaxing atmosphere. Inside, you'll find charming eateries and a delightful tea house, perfect for a quick refresh or a leisurely sip. Don't forget, for just 100 yen, you can buy food to feed the cheerful fish, adding a fun touch to your visit.

It’s a beautiful park with many things to see and many rest areas for guests to get a snack and experience the zen-ness of Japanese gardens. I think that this one is better than korakuen at nearby okayama ;) a round trip within the garden takes about 1hour so pace yourself!

One of my favourite gardens in Japan! Not crowded at all but so well maintained and it was absolutely beautiful! I was not expecting it to be so big and they had a stamp rally that made it fun to go around and collect them! The teahouses were also lovely. Even the staff and volunteers were incredibly nice, met a wonderful volunteer named Toyota-san who spoke wonderful Englush and had amazing stories to tell!

It was better than I expected. The Kikugetsu Stay, which borders the largest pond inside the park, made me want to be there for a long time. The staff wearing kimonos guided me inside an old wooden house, drank tea, and it was an experience that made me realize that I had come to Japan. I went around every corner of the building, felt the atmosphere, and explored the space. I would like to visit again next time. 🌳

A very nice Japanese park, good for strolling and bird watching. A lot of people were bringing their long lense camera. There's also stamp rally going on inside the park, you don't have to collect all of them (there are 8 spots), you can get a sticker! The routes are very pebble-ly , might be challenging for wheelchair users. There's quite a few steps as well. There's also a tea house where they serve you green tea in ceremony style... and lots of koi fishes! They sells the koi treats for 100円 there's stick version (like ice cream cone) and the normal pellet too. Wedding ice cream is fun to eat too.

I decided on a morning run from my hotel to Ritsurin Garden, hoping for a quiet solo stroll. Upon arrival, a guide kindly offered me a tour. I was hesitant at first due to my limited Japanese, but the guide was incredibly patient and welcoming. We managed to communicate using a mix of basic phrases, gestures, and a little help from Google Translate. The result was a fantastic, personalized tour that taught me so much about the garden's deep history and exquisite beauty. It was a highlight of my trip—highly recommend accepting the offer if you get the chance!

We made a reservation online weeks earlier for the boat tour at 9:30am. I originally thought the boat tour would take us around the whole garden, especially since it was summer and I wanted to avoid walking too much under the hot sun. But I was wrong, the boat only goes around one corner of the garden (though it is the most beautiful part), and it is not shaded. A hat was provided to each customer, which helped a little. The boat rower kindly explained the garden’s history and even sang an Italian song for us towards the end 😁 Still, I found the garden itself rather boring, and summer is probably not the best season to visit.

The castle is small but the location is good in the middle of the city. The view is beautiful when you are at the top, you can also see the long bridge going to Okayama. It's nice to relax at the top, just accompany it with a cold beer, that's ok.

The park itself is free, including the steep walkway up to the castle (somehow it makes me miss staircases). You only pay to go into the castle, which is also where all the stamps are. The castle itself is small, but the park, the surrounding walls and the gates make for a great experience. Be mindful of the closing time though, as it is fairly early. There's a free parking lot where the museum is (but it was closed today, sadly). Although the parking lot was almost full when I arrived, there was no sign of any tour buses. So I still got an overall quiet experience, which was much appreciated. Don't forget to visit the little gift shop at the bottom of the uphill walkway, as they have a cute little fan shop, as well as some Yadon/Slowpoke merch (mascot of the prefecture).

Visiting Marugame Castle is truly a remarkable experience! Steeped in history, it offers a fascinating glimpse into the past that's unlike any other. I can’t wait to share more about the captivating stories and breathtaking views that make this place so special!

This is a small castle, open from 9 AM to 4:30 PM. Even after hours, you can still enter the park (though not the castle tower) to enjoy amazing sunset views

The walkway is absolutely delightful! The walk-up is a little tiring, but the view is perfect! If you walk up just before sunset, you'll have the perfect picture of marugame City!

Castle on a mountain! There is a steep climb up, but the view is amazing! Small tower on top, but it was closed when I arrived (Monday).

One of the 12 original remaining castles in Japan. The castle itself is very small with steep stairs to get up and it's a steep hike to get up to the castle itself, but the view of Marugame and the stone walls are impressive.

You need to pay to visit the site but I think it’s worth it. Very beautiful and relaxing. Some of the time they have tours coming in, so it’s abit crowded. Many place to take photos so if you like taking photo you must go. Many parking outside the site so no need to worry.

My wife really enjoyed some of the books which were based of some of the movie which were filmed here. If you are a historical japanese movie buff black and white movie etc you may have seen one or two that was filmed here. You can go into every building and see photos and articles from all the old movie. If you don't like old movies maybe not worth the visit

Nice scenery but the building and expo are a littéralement bit messy. I would have expect more fous on cinéma world. Many housse just host shop selling unrelated art stuff. Maybe good for a quick stop (but ticket is 1000 yens per adult.

Beautiful and nostalgic place to visit. I bought also a lot of souvenirs. The shop keepers were sooo nice to me. 🩷👍🏻👍🏻

I only stayed outside as I only got 15 mins before the bus comes. I need to catch this bus as my luggage storage ends at 4:30pm. It looks pretty good from the outside, I manage to take a peak from the gaps of the gate, inside seem to have the houses you see in a samurai movie. Visited on 1 Apr 2025

This place exceeded my expectations… admittedly it was a gorgeous day to see the coast and buildings, but a fascinating spot to learn about early Japanese film making and culture. The coffee shop has Italian sodas which hit the spot in the 35 degree heat! The carp and cod to feed in the river are also huge!!!

An old style Japanese film studio. Has some sets and a museum you can visit and walk through. It’s small but if you’re in Shodoshima you didn’t come for large scale things. This is a fun place to walk around. Super cheap admission price. Standard Japanese gift shop for you to shop at inside too.

Short and simple museum, but very good value as you get a complimentary bottle of soy sauce plus 100¥ discount for the shop. The soft serve soy sauce ice cream is really good. Worth walking up the road to the nearby sake brewery and bakery, they're really good.

We were disappointed in this museum. There is no interactivity at all, just exhibition items. We were hoping to be able to see the soy sauce production but there is nothing like that here. The soy sauce soft serve ice cream was tasty tho.

It is a beautiful place full of aroma and history. You need to pay a small fee to enter the museum but you’ll find plenty of informations on the soy sauce factory process inside. Worth a visit if you’re in the neighbourhood. The soft serve could be a tiny bit more flavourful ! If you visit when there is a tourist bus incoming, it can be crowded inside.

Nice to stop by if you are in the island - it’s interesting to know how soy sauce has been made in old days. Soy sauce ice cream is sold at the small shop next to the museum which seems to be more popular than the museum itself. Some souvenirs are also available. Free parking available and the whole area smells like soy sauce.

A great way to find out how soy sauce is made! In the museum there were English explanations under the Japanese, so even though I can read kanji fairly well I felt like I understood the process better 😉 We couldn’t tour the factory but we did see the vats of beans and malt percolating. And the smell was something else!!

A fine place to learn about how to make soy sauce. Visitors get to learn the history of soy sauce making on Shodoshima island. Small and historic place. Soy sauce ice cream is acceptable, worth a try. But not many will like it.

You can smell the soy fragrance in the air!! Make sure to visit the wooden barrel aging room and also of course the ice cream!

If you like studio ghibli then it’s a must go. The windmill is the highlight of the place. So many people taking photo there. After parking you need to go to the museum, they have a wall where they hang the famous Kiki broom. But sometime you need to wait since many took it for photo. After taking the break you can then head to the windmill. The olive oil ice cream was good also specially after all the jumping 😆😆😆.

tbh it’s frustrating to walk uphill under scorching sun, from the bus stop. it’s a nice olive park tho, big square with art installations and the windmill that everyone is crazy about. big souvenir shop, resto and stuff, even a shrine!! also a tiny museum and noodles place along the road. i spent 3hrs there, but i think most people left faster than i did. once is enough for me; i won’t go again if no one drives me uphill.

An olive garden with a lot of photogenic spots. There are the oldest olive tree in Japan, a windmill, a lovely house and a statue of Athena. There is a large souvenir shop with various olive products from snack, food to cosmetics.

You can borrow the broom for free to pretend to be Kiki in Ghibli Kiki's Delivery Service~ Please also go to lookout~

Though I am not a big fan of theme park, this scenic olive-theme park was definitely worth a visit. Its herb garden, museum, and olive farm were both beautiful and educational. Potential visitors need to budget their time accordingly as the buses run infrequently (especially in the late afternoon)!

The Olive Garden consists of multiple Greek style structures, like the iconic windmill and the herb garden. It was fun to look for heart shaped olive leaves

Not only famous for the olive, but also with a fabulous scenery!

Benesse House is by far one of the most beautiful hotels I have ever stayed in, and without a doubt the best place to stay in the Seto Inland Sea. Our room featured artwork by world-class artists, and just stepping outside the door, we were surrounded by even more incredible pieces. On top of that, the breakfast and dinner were both delightful and refined. Every detail of the stay was truly perfect—an unforgettable experience for anyone who loves art, nature, and comfort.

A stunning blend of hotel and art museum/ the architecture alone (by Tadao Ando) is worth the visit.  The exhibition of site-specific works amid nature and sea views makes for a peaceful, immersive experience.  Even if you go just for the setting and a walk through the sculpture park, it’s unforgettable.

The museum and hotel look nice from outside, but really not worth the money. Hard to get there – cannot use bike up the hill, and walking in the heat is terrible. Shuttle bus comes only every 20 minutes, always full, so we wait long time, while hotel guest bus goes empty. Feels unfair. Inside the museum there is not so much to see, very small compared to the price you pay. Other museums on the island are cheaper, more friendly and better experience. Honestly, greedy and disappointing. Would not recommend.

Exceptional location, wonderful staff, delicious meals in a beautiful building--all in all a wonderful place to stay! IF you manage to book it, that is! One star off for the booking experience on the website, which is arcane and time consuming (even on their website it's difficult to understand and locate the 'availability slots'). It was time-consuming and stressful trying to book a room here, but in the end the 'benesse' experience (and high price) was worth it. The relaxing and communing with world-class art in a beautifully curated collection in a gorgeous location made up for the stress of booking.

A wonderful museum housing a modest but significant collection of modern art. A beautifully designed space gives life to the works. Don’t miss the outdoor works dotted around the site as these are all a joy. A lovely experience exploring the whole site.

We stayed in the hotel in the museum and it was one of the coolest experiences we’ve ever done. Spent 1 month in Japan in loads of nice hotels and this beat all of them given how unique it was. It was like living night at the museum

Benesse House Museum is a beautiful space. The architecture and the way natural light is used make it a perfect setting for the artworks on display. It feels like both the building and the art are in conversation with the landscape around them. One room that stood out to me in particular was the central cylindrical space, which I found absolutely striking. I highly recommend sitting there for a while and just taking it all in. If you go at 08:00, you might have the entire museum to yourself, which makes the experience even more special. 19:00 is also a great time to visit, as most hotel guests are having dinner and the place is nearly empty. I had the whole museum for myself and as it was getting darker, I felt like a curious wanderer, sneaking quietly through the museum while seeing the wealthy dine nearby.

I visited Naoshima last March 26 2025. The Chichu Art Museum designed by Tadao Ando was one of my priority destinations. It can be accessed by the Benesse shuttle bus, by bicycle or thru walking. It is located along side a hill. The atructure is embedded perfectly into the surrounding nature. They have a very strict no photographs and videos inside the art spaces. It is by far one of the most beautiful museum experiences ive ever had. The Monet Waterlilies with the perfectly cut white mosaic tiles around together with the daylight is very beautiful. Walter Di Maria's Granite garden and the Granite Sphere was a very mysterious experience. Finally the James Turrel Sky window space along with the purple rectangle was very fun. If you love art, i highly recommend visiting this in very good sunny weather.

Wow – an extraordinary place. The museum is a masterpiece of architecture, with a perfect play of space, natural and artificial light, and materiality. Every corner feels carefully crafted to create a unique spatial and emotional experience. The attention to detail is incredible – the precision of the surfaces and the subtle design elements are executed at the highest level. Even the restrooms are designed as an architectural experience, showing how much thought went into every part of the museum. A must-visit for anyone coming to Naoshima, and an absolute highlight for architecture and art lovers alike.

Don't skip this one! We were quite moved by some of the rooms. Incredible. Photos are only permitted in the beginning few rooms/spaces, so you will not see the best of it until you visit :)

What an incredible place! One of the best art galleries I've ever been to, and I've seen quite a few! It felt so refreshing that you can’t take photos inside (except in a small area near the entrance). Without cameras, you’re free to just wander, take it all in, and really feel the space. That sense of wonder stays with you long after you leave. I booked my ticket online about a month in advance and chose the first morning slot, just to be sure I had enough time to get there — with the ferry and art bus, it takes a bit of coordination. It’s also nice that there aren’t any official photos of the interior online. A few people have shared some anyway, breaking the rules, but mostly what you see stays in your memory — and that makes the experience even more personal and powerful. In some rooms, you have to take off your shoes, but they provide foot covers, so it’s handy to bring socks with you. There’s a lovely little restaurant too, with great food. You find a seat first, then order — and if you can, grab a table with a view of the Seto Inland Sea. It’s the perfect way to wrap up your visit. And the museum shop is nice too.

Without a doubt one of the best art museums I have ever visited - and I’ve seen a lot. Amazing architecture, amazing collection. Very minimalistic curated and in perfect balance with Tadao Ando’s design. DeMaria and Turrell as absolute highlights

Tadao Ando’s concrete masterpiece is literally carved into the hillside overlooking the Seto Inland Sea, so from the outside you barely notice it’s there – everything is designed to make the art and the natural light the absolute stars. You walk through unassuming corridors and suddenly step into massive, perfectly proportioned spaces that feel almost sacred. The permanent collection is small but insanely powerful: Monet’s Water Lilies in a room designed specifically for them (natural light only, white marble pebbles underfoot, and the paintings look like they’re glowing), James Turrell’s mind-bending light installations that make you question what “seeing” even means (HIGHLY RECOMMEND), and Walter De Maria’s giant sphere and polished stones that play with scale in a way photos could never capture (which is good, because photography is strictly forbidden inside, you can only take the photo outside the exhibition hall). No phone signal, no photos allowed, long queue inside– at first I thought “ugh,” but ten minutes in I realized it’s genius. You’re deeply focus to actually appreciate the art instead of looking at it through a screen. Also get to grab a bite before leaving this beautiful architecture, great food indeed! PRO TIP: • Book tickets online weeks ahead (they sell out). Total disconnection turned into total immersion.

Spectacular and our favorite art experience on Naoshima! The architecture alone is worth the visit. Every path, every transition between spaces feels intentionally designed. You sense that Ando thought carefully about what you should see from each step and angle — and it’s spectacular. I also appreciated that the museum wasn’t overloaded. They chose to focus on just three artists and created spaces specifically for them, rather than forcing art into rooms that weren’t meant for it. It gives everything room to breathe. I’m totally not an "art-guy", but I do enjoy nice experiences. I didn’t even know James Turrell before coming to Chichu. His installations blew my mind. I won’t spoil anything, but Open Field was one of the most fascinating experiences I’ve had in a museum. Open Sky was also powerful - simply sitting there for a while, watching the light shift and the clouds pass by - and not even being sure in the beginning if it was screen or the real sky. Which brings me to one thing I found surprising: how quickly people rush through these works. We spent about 20 minutes in Open Sky (which is still shorter than the artist intends, I believe). In that time, nobody else (of 20+ people) sat down, even though that’s literally the point of the installation. People stepped in, glanced up for 3-5 seconds, and left and then perhaps even complain in reviews that “there isn’t much to see.” Perhaps for "art people" it really is boring, but for me personally, I enjoyed it a lot. That is why I honestly have a hard time understanding the negative reviews. Yes, you need to book in advance, the ticket is ¥2,500, and some installations have limitations. But without these restrictions, the experience would be completely diluted. Overall, the combination of architecture and art was outstanding. For both me and my partner, this was our favourite art experience on Naoshima. She loved the Monet presentation, and I left as a new James Turrell fan.

Art is in eye of the beholder and to me it is just a dim room with a circular rock block and wooden columns. I did meditate in the space to enjoy my time there but overall not worth reserving so far ahead and paying over 500 yen. It pales in comparison to the same artist’s work in Teshima

Just a building with two room of nothing

Was quite excited before going in, but didnt understand it unfortunately…and had to pay extra and purposely stayed longer the next day because had to reserve a slot

Absolute must see in Naoshima.....it is like a dream to sit alone in this house. Thanks to the lady at the entrance that discussed the art house with me.

Meditative place. Book ahead and you get fifteen minutes to yourself in this intriguing art house project

Consider making appointment in advance, you will be there alone for 15min

It was so very moving. The experience here will stay with me forever.

(Translated by Google) There was a Mizushima Rinkai Railway 2023 Railway Day Commemorative Festa on October 29th, and this was the only time I could go, so I went. A train exclusively for festival participants will depart from Mitsubishi Jiko-mae Station. This is not the station where you get on and off the train regularly, so you will need to get off the narrow scaffolding at the temporary station to get to the venue. Events are held under a large roof. Mizushima Rinkai Railway, Ibara Railway, Kotoden, Hojo Railway, and JR Freight Okayama were participating in the product sales. In particular, Mizushima Rinkai Railway and JR Freight had a large amount of dismantled parts and stuff, and although the prices were high, there were also license plates and JR Freight cast iron nameplates, so it was an event with a strong iron content. There were mascot characters and food and drink shops that catered to families. There was also an exhibition of locomotive DE10 and caboose from JR Freight. On the way back, there was a return train, so I took the Halloween train to Kurashiki City Station. I have been to Mizushima Rinkai Railway events several times, and it was an event with a strong iron content, and I enjoyed the merchandise sales where no matter how much money you have, it's not enough. It was a good day. (Original) 10/29の水島臨海鉄道　2023鉄道の日記念フェスタがあり、この機会しか行くことが出来ないので行きました。三菱自工前駅から、フェスタ参加者専用の列車が出ます。常時、乗降する駅ではないので仮駅で細い足場を降りて会場までいきます。大きな屋根のある場所の下でイベントが開催されています。物販で参加されているのが、水島臨海鉄道、井原鉄道、ことでん、北条鉄道、JR貨物岡山だったでしょうか。特に、水島臨海鉄道と　JR貨物は、取り外し部品やスタフ等を大量に出されていて、値段が高いですがナンバープレートやJR貨物の鋳鉄製銘板もあり、鉄分の強いイベントでした。家族連れ対応でゆるキャラや飲食のお店もありました。JR貨物から機関車DE10や車掌車の展示もありました。 帰りも帰り用列車が出ていてハロウィン列車で倉敷市駅まで出ました。 何度か水島臨海鉄道のイベントに出たことがありますが、鉄分の強いイベントでお金が幾らあっても足りない物販で、楽しめました。 良かった１日でした。

(Translated by Google) It takes about 10 minutes on foot from Mitsubishi Jikomae Station to arrive at the terminal next to the detention line. A water railway vehicle is parked there, and you can take photos from the sidewalk on the side road. There are now rare Japanese National Railways vehicles (hidden in the back...😢) It's easy to take pictures of these because the fence is low. However, please note that the road is on the north side of the railroad tracks and will be backlit. Since I went on a weekday, the DE70 was in operation to replace cargo vehicles. It seems that trains arriving and departing from Mitsubishi Jiko-mae Station pull up to this point and depart from here. However, there is no boarding/disembarking area, and you will be transferred from Mitsubishi Jiko-mae Station... (Original) 三菱自工前駅から徒歩で約10分くらいでターミナルの留置線横に着きます。水鉄の車両が留置されており、側道の歩道から写真を撮ることが可能です。国鉄型の今となっては貴重な車両があります（後ろに隠れているが・・・😢）これらの写真を撮るのもフェンスが低いので楽です。 ただし道路は線路の北側で、逆光になるので留意が必要。 平日に行ったので、貨物車両の入れ替えのためにDE70が動いていたりしていました。三菱自工前駅発着の列車はここまで引き上げてきて、ここから出発していくようです。ただし乗降場はなく、三菱自工前駅からは回送ですが・・・

(Translated by Google) It is adjacent to the Mizushima Rinkai Railway depot. Freight trains mostly arrive and depart from Higashi Mizushima Station, so it's not suitable for viewing (photographing) freight, so I gave it two stars. If you look at it as a vehicle base for the Mizushima Rinkai Railway, it would be 4 stars. The nearest station is Mitsubishi Motors, but during the day it stops at Mizushima Station, so it's a bit far to walk from Mizushima Station. I thought it would melt if I went there in the summer. w It's an industrial area, so don't drive there on weekdays. It will get in the way of the truck. This time I went on a Sunday, and there were almost no cars passing by. Please be careful not to get hit by a truck even when walking. (Original) 水島臨海鉄道の車輌基地と隣接しています。 貨物列車はほぼ東水島駅からの発着となるので貨物を見る(撮る)には適さないので星2つとさせていただきました。 水島臨海鉄道の車輌基地として見るならば星4つです。 最寄り駅は三菱自工前ですが、昼間は水島駅停まりになり、水島駅から歩くとちょっと遠いです。 夏に行って溶けるかと思いました。w 工業地帯なので平日は自動車で行かないこと。トラックの邪魔になります。 今回は日曜日に行きましたが、ほとんど車通りはありませんでした。 徒歩で行かれる時もトラックに轢かれないよう、充分お気を付け下さい。

(Translated by Google) This is the starting and ending station for most trains departing from Mitsubishi Motors, but it is not currently open to passengers. A diesel car in the color of the old Japanese National Railways is parked inside the station. Kiha 35 37 is now a valuable asset. (Original) 三菱自工前発のほとんどの列車の始発終点駅になりますが旅客の取り扱いは現在していません。駅構内には旧国鉄色の気動車が留置しています。キハ35 37は今や貴重な存在です。

(Translated by Google) When you take pictures of vehicles, you get the illusion that you have traveled back in time to the Showa era. It's also great to be able to see the DE701 and the Kiha 20 model that looks like it's about to start running. (Original) 車両を撮影していると、昭和にタイムスリップした錯覚をしてしまいます。DE701や今にも走り出しそうなキハ20型を姿を拝めるのもありがたいです。

(Translated by Google) You can see the now-rare old Japan National Railways type diesel train from outside the site, and I think it's a fun place for people who love trains. (Original) 今では希少となった旧国鉄型気動車を敷地外からも見ることができ、鉄道好きな方には楽しめる場所かと思います。

(Translated by Google) I stopped by when I was photographing the Mizushima Rinkai Railway. You can also take photos of the precious Kiha 20 and Kiha 30 at your leisure! (Original) 水島臨海鉄道撮影の際に立ち寄らせて頂いて居ります。 貴重なキハ２０やキハ３０も、のんびり撮影出来ますよ！

Very nice experience. Though taking photos inside the museum is limited. I Suggest taking a friend with you as a lot to take pictures inside need someone very hard if alone

the castle is nice, but the highlight in Fukuyama is the small Japanese garden below the castle.

The location is so convenient for travel, it is next to Fukuyama station, only few minutes walk. I went there during Christmas time, it has night light show. It is a bit cold but amazing. There are few museums around it. It is not much different from other castle in Japan.

One of the best castles and the train goes through the castle property.

We had two different type of tickets. But it was not clear at all. Staff gave contradictory info.. As local I would advise but as outsider not.

The castles throughout Japan are architecture gems. The ones that are still standing are true survivors. They been reconstructed and preserved. This one I think is more grand than the Hiroshima Castle, even though Hiroshima Castle surround areas are more open. I did enjoy visiting this place and definitely a must visit if you are in the area.

Really interesting Castle. A few interactive areas, good short clips with English subtitles and the view from the top!

It’s amazingly clean&well maintained zoo with a pond nearby makes it more fun , definitely recommended for families

The zoo is clean and tidy, has many animals, and the tickets are cheap. And you can bring your own food to enjoy, which is very suitable for a family visit.

Hight recommend. The zoo is not large but it’s very clean, the animals are near and look like happy. The children can see and learn a lot of things

I do not recommend this zoo. The animals are mostly solitary (even extremely sociable animals like meerkats) and kept in small, sparse, cold enclosures. They mostly do not seem happy, especially the large predators. ASA zoo in Hiroshima is not great either, but far better than this.

Highly recommended because it's really a nice place to bring your children. A place where you can spend time with family , have a family bonding without spending to much money..My children loves watching the animals in the zoo and they enjoy playing in the playground..

Nice place embedded with natural beauties. children enjoy the place very much. there is a childrens corner, which is completely free of cost. Recommended for those who lives in Fukuyama, Hiroshima area.

A wonderful zoo! Small, but plenty of interesting animals. The habitats are more humane than most Japanese zoos.

Great history of the education in Japanese history. The main hall is beautifully built and the grounds are well laid out. The serenity of learning in that environment must have been awe inspiring. Periodically they host farmer's markets and events as well.

Excellent atmosphere. Beauty and harmony. Fresh air and very Zen.

I think the best time to go here is the first week of November. The light-up event is until November 23rd.

Built in 1670, this was the first school for commoners in Japan. Beautifully maintained buildings and grounds with a unique round top stone wall around it.

Where you can see 18th century, Japanese country side architecture. Which isn’t famous at all.

If you dont mind walking for abt 45 min one way from the JR station, then its a nice place to see beautiful autumn leaves. Its built similar to old confucian styles type of architecture. I went there today for the famous autumn illumination, unfortunately, all the leaves have dropped from the 2 big maple trees. No illumination but still there were other maple and koyo trees around the vicinity which was beautiful. The most important is, there aint many ppl, at least foreigners which has crowded everywhere this year !!

10 Nov 2019, this is still too early for the full autumn color for maple leaves, but the 2 pistachio trees, symbolic of this place is already quite bright. The best time will be around 17 to End Nov.

It is so beautiful, it was the first time I have been to Okayama Forest Park, and I didn't know a park like this exist in Okayama. Overall the park is nicely built and well kept, would've been perfect if the entry charges would be less as one have to pay for every activity inside.

Had a great time on Golden Week visiting the park! Very busy, but you can take your time doing what you want. There is a lot to see and do. I want to come back to do more! As a heads up, the upper buildings didn't have the white peach ice cream. The entrance food court did.

SO MUCH FUN! Beautiful European-themed park with lots to do. Great dog runs, good food, nice sausage & beer!

Super chill place. The petting zoo is pretty vibey. No capybaras when I was there but the kangaroos are fun.

The tickets are Too expensive The dog run is too small. The food is too expensive and disgusting. The waiting time is too long. To my astonishment, the kebab is made of pork. Won’t go the second time.

A very nice place. They got lot of exciting stuffs and friendly staffs

It's a rather big place with a few attractions. Eg: mini zoo, go carting, leisure boat in a lake etc. There's also a nice restaurant with buffet menu. It was quite nice. A good half a day getaway for the family. Oo it's also a good place for dogs to play.

This tucked away temple is serene, well maintained and has an exceptionally beautiful garden. This place is well worth a visit on the way to or from the castle, and even worth the effort of a visit for its own sake.

Very very peaceful place. The Japanese garden is very pretty.

Nice and peaceful. Lovely zen garden.

The temple has a nice little Zen Garden and is definitely worth a little detour on your way up to the castle.

So beautiful!!!! I love this place so much.

Good

Zen place. Nice Garden.

Awesome castle with the best cat! The cat chills and patrols the area, lets you take pictures, and accepts pets! The hike to get up to the castle is not to be underestimated, but it's nothing ridiculous. You can take a taxi up, but you may have to call a taxi to get back down.

First tip: If you don't like walking or taking stairs up and downhill, either prepare to take a long time or just skip this castle. Even from the closest parking lot, it's a pretty intense hike up, and strain on the knees down. Second tip: Check the website to see if the shuttle bus is running or if you can drive up to the small lot. Prepare your timing accordingly. I visited today, a weekday, and was able to drive to the top parking lot where I managed to snag the last available spot. The staff are super friendly. They coordinate with walkie-talkies up and down, so you don't have to cross anyone on the narrow, windy road. They also welcomed me, gave me a flyer and showed me to the trailhead. There are toilets at the parking lot and at the top of the staircase, before the castle. The parking lot has vending machines in case you need to stock up on some drinks before heading off on an intense hike up. Once you've made it up and have recovered your breath, take your time exploring the castle grounds and the inside of the castle itself, along with the views. Dont forget to pet the neko-chan (cat) mascot before starting the walk back down. The entrance fee was only 500yen. Considering the parking was free, this has got to be one of the cheaper castles I have visited. I had a wonderful experience and would love to come back maybe in colder months to try to see the castle surrounded by the clouds.

The Bicchū-Matsuyama castle is the last remaining mountain castle built in Japan's mediaeval period, and worthy of its name, I have to climb almost four hundred metres if you come without a car. The stone bulwarks of the castle, covered with ivy and resting in the shade of massive pines, make you feel like an explorer of lost civilisations. The main keep, black and white, looks out over the green mountains. An obvious highlight is the presence of Sanjuro, the castle lord, officially so. However, even though he is the only daimyo still alive in Japan, he does not say much. He manages to draw all the attention for another, entirely different reason. Sanjuro is a cat.

Small castle but one of the best I've visited so far. The views on top was great and Sanjyuro was so cute. Really liked how they kept the original state of the inside of the castle. Do take note that the last visitors are allowed to enter 30mins before the castle closes. There's a shuttle bus but it'll only drop you halfway at the carpark and not at the train station (if you didn't drive)

Visited in May 2023. Absolutely stunning place. We walked to the castle from the town of Bitchu-Takahashi. Matsuyama Castle, rises high above the town of Takahachi and is the only one preserved out of 12 castles built in this way and is unique in that it is 430m high. Almost all Japanese castles are in towns with beautiful gardens around them and served as the residences of monarchs or rulers of individual prefectures. Bitchu-Takahashi is hidden in the forest on top of Mount Gagyu. At the foot of the mountain lies the well-preserved old town of Takahashi, which is home to samurai mansions and merchant houses dating back to feudal times. Several museums and temples are also scattered in Takahashi, including the Raikyuji Temple, with its Zen garden. The climb through the forest is uphill, about 2km long, but really quite steep, so it will take you about 2 hours. If you are in the Okayama area, definitely don't miss this experience!

Take the original path from edo period, this is only one of 2 original wooden castles in existence in japan today (and Matsumoto). It's in the top 24 castle stamp rally (note there is no stamp book for sale in the castle so BYO), also come for the cat - Sanjuro

It can be a bit tricky to get here, because either you take a taxi to the starting point or you take a combination of bus, walking, and shuttle car. The castle itself is one of the original castles and also the highest elevation wise. There is very limited English material and it cost 500 yen to enter. Personally I found Sanjuro sama to be the star of the show. He's the cat celebrity that lives up in the castle. When I saw him he was out in front lounging in the sun. He has a leash and harness, but it's not tied to anything, so he can go wherever he feels like. Fair warning, you do have to hike up a bit, so not recommended if you have limited mobility

Soooooo beautiful with Sakura blooming! Just be prepared to have tough walking

Really nice castle garden. The parking was a bit confusing. But lots of cherry trees. There were just starting to bloom when I got there.

3/26 now!

Late March, early April is the best time to visit this place for to see the beautiful Sakura blooms. You will enjoy it

The atmosphere of a sakura matsuri is back in full swing!

Winter Hours adjusted to 5pm closing

Really wonderful

(Translated by Google) I am a 59 year old woman. I am suffering from spinal stenosis, plantar fasciitis, and hip joint discomfort. At the orthopedic clinic, I have been prescribed painkillers and patches, but the painful symptoms that cannot be cured with just that alone have helped me maintain my quality of life and be able to go to work thanks to the techniques of the director and staff. We also provide medical insoles and shoes that are suitable for the patient. Anyway, the atmosphere inside the hospital is always warm and soothing. My son, who is a high school student, also helps with posture correction. Please take care of our staff as well. Thank you for your continued support. (Original) 当方59才女性。 脊柱管狭窄症、足底腱膜炎、股関節の違和感でお世話になっています。 整形外科では痛み止めと貼付剤の処方を受けていますが、それだけでは治らない辛い症状を院長先生やスタッフのみなさまの手技でQOLを保ち、仕事にも行けています。 患者に合った医療用インソールや靴も用意してくださいます。 とにかく院内の雰囲気があたたかくいつも癒されています。 高校生の息子も姿勢矯正でお世話になっています。 スタッフのみなさまもどうかご自愛されてくださいませ。 今後ともどうぞよろしくお願いいたします。

(Translated by Google) At my first visit, I was suffering from pain when using my wrist, but now that my wrist has healed, I am coming back for lower back pain. I had so much pain from my waist to my back that I couldn't sleep with my head up, but I went to Shiro Usagi for a massage, and now I feel much better. During the massage, I was always impressed by the staff as they carefully relieved the areas that really hurt. Now, although it only hurts occasionally, I go for massages and waterbeds regularly. The water bed is so comfortable that I want to sleep forever ☺ I'm really glad that a friend in my neighborhood told me about White Rabbit when my wrist hurt ☺ (Original) 初診は手首の使い痛みで通っていたのですが、今では手首治って腰痛で通ってます。 腰から背中にかけてむっちゃ痛くて、上向いて寝れないときが続いていたのですが、白うさぎさんに通いマッサージでほぐしてもらい今ではだいぶ楽になりました。 マッサージで、本当に痛い所を丁寧にほぐしてもらい、スタッフさんの手神!?って、いつも思ってました。 今では、たまに痛くなる程度ですが定期的にマッサージとウォーターベットに通ってます。ウォーターベットも、ずーと寝ていたいぐらい気持ちよいです☺ 手首が痛い時に近所の友達に白うさぎさん教えてもらって本当に良かったです☺

(Translated by Google) I couldn't open my mouth wide, so when I went to see a doctor, I was told that I had temporomandibular joint disorder. After taking medicine and waiting for two weeks, I looked for this osteopathic clinic, and since the reviews were good, I hurriedly went there for treatment. Correspondence over the phone was smooth. From the first session, the pain disappeared and I felt more relaxed, and my body posture gradually improved. The overall massage was great (actually everything was great!!!). Everyone was very responsive, listening carefully and providing advice. I would like to take care of you until the end, and I would like to continue coming here with peace of mind. It really helps me❗ (Original) 口を大きく開けなくなって、医者に見てもらうと顎関節症と言われました。２週間薬を飲んで待った後、この整骨院を探して、評価も良かったため急いで治療を受けにすぐ行きました。電話での対応スムーズでした。第一回目から痛みもなくなり楽になり、身体の姿勢もどんどん良くなって来ます。全体的なマッサージが最高です(実は全て最高でした！！！)。皆さんの対応もすごくて、丁寧に話を聞き、相談してくれました。このまま終わるまでお世話になり、安心して、通い続けたいと思います。本当に助かってます❗

(Translated by Google) Thank you for your help in correcting my straight neck. This is a very trustworthy osteopathic clinic because they carefully and carefully interview patients and check their general condition in order to provide treatments that are tailored to each individual. The explanations during the examination were very easy to understand, using photos and other information. Both machines and hands are used for the treatment, and I felt a significant change even after just one session, so I'm looking forward to seeing the correction course complete! The massage and water bed that relaxed my whole body felt so good! The clinic was clean and the staff were all friendly, so I was able to relax and not feel nervous. There is a large parking lot, and reception is open until late, so depending on the day you can go after work, so it may be a good choice for those who value ease of access. (Original) ストレートネックの矯正でお世話になりました。 一人一人に合った施術をするためにしっかりと慎重に問診や全身状態の確認をして頂けるので、とても信頼できる整骨院です。 診察時の説明も写真等を使っており、大変わかりやすかったです。 施術は機械も徒手も使われており、私は1回でもかなり変化を感じたので、矯正コース終了時が楽しみです！全身をほぐすマッサージとウォーターベッドはすごく気持ちよかったです！ 院内は清潔でスタッフさんも雰囲気の穏やかな方ばかりだったので、変に緊張せずリラックスさせてもらうことができました。駐車場が広く、遅くまで受付しており日によっては仕事終わりに行くことも可能なので、通いやすさ重視の方にも良いのではないでしょうか。

(Translated by Google) I went into the hospital knowing that the cause was sudden pain in my lower back, but the doctor couldn't give me an answer as to which course was best. I didn't know what the treatment was going to be like, and I had been told that some of the pain was coming from body distortion, so I thought that if I chose the whole body course, it would balance out my overall health. It was a pain, but it barely touched my lower back and had no effect. Did you arrive at the conclusion to perform this procedure after listening to the patient's concerns and giving instructions to the staff? I don't think there's any point in giving everyone the same treatment. I was shocked to hear that I would need 12 to 17 treatments at a cost of 5,000 yen each to see significant improvement. I think it's good for people who don't like being jerked off, but that treatment is not included in the full body course. The treatment was performed not by the doctor who diagnosed the patient, but by the staff, who guided them to the massage machine and then gave them a manual massage. I don't feel like it's working at all, either immediately after the treatment or after a few days. I think it might be effective for people who sit for work or who have chronic stiff shoulders. I learned a lot. (Original) 原因が腰で突発的な痛みだとはっきりとわかってる状態でかかりましたが、先生からはどのコースが最適という回答が得られませんでした。どう言った内容の施術をされるのかわからない＋身体の歪みから来てる痛みもあると言われたという前提があった為、とりあえず全身コースを選べば全体的にバランスを取ってくれるのかと思い選びましたが原因の腰には殆ど触れない上効果無し。患者の悩みを聞いた上でスタッフにも指示を出してこの施術をするという結論に行き着いたのでしょうか。全員に同じ施術したって意味が無いと思うのですが。大幅に改善するには一回あたり5000円12〜17回の施術が必要と言われて驚愕しました。ゴキゴキされるのが嫌という人には良いと思います、その施術は全身コースでは行われません。施術も診断した先生ではなくスタッフさんによってマッサージ機械に誘導された後人力マッサージされといった感じです。効いてる感じは施術直後も数日してからの好転反応を得ても全くありません。普段から座ったまま仕事であるとか、慢性的に肩が凝ってる人には効果的なんじゃないかと思います。大変勉強になりました。

(Translated by Google) My lower back pain was so severe that it hurt even when I coughed, so I went to see a doctor. I am now so grateful that I have recovered to the point where I no longer feel any pain. The inside of the hospital was very beautiful and clean, and there was a kids' space, so I felt safe bringing my kids there. The hospital director and all the staff were very kind, so it was very easy to visit the hospital. (Original) 咳をしても痛いほど腰痛が酷く、受診しました。 今では痛みを感じない程回復し、とても感謝しています。 院内はとても綺麗で清潔感があり、キッズスペースもあった事で子供を連れて行っても安心でした。 医院長先生をはじめ、スタッフのみなさんがとても親切だったこともあり、とても通院しやすかったです。

(Translated by Google) Thank you for your help with postpartum pelvic correction. It was my first time going to an osteopathic clinic, and I had the impression that it would be a closed-off place, but I was pleasantly surprised by how open and new the equipment was. Above all, I feel at ease because the director and other staff members are kind and courteous. It is also very helpful that the receptionist watches over the children (infants) during the treatment. The procedure is almost painless. I only feel a slight tingling sensation from the ultrasound, and the staff members ask me if it hurts. The massages and water beds are so comfortable that you might fall asleep. I believe that pricing is also set from the patient's perspective. I'm still in the hospital so I don't know if it's 100% effective, but the pain in my body is gone or reduced, and the strain is getting lighter. Overall, I'm glad I went. (Original) 産後骨盤矯正でお世話になっています。 整骨院へ行くのは初めてで、何となく閉鎖的なイメージだったのですが、開放的で設備も新しめの物ばかりでイメージが覆りました。 何と言っても院長先生をはじめ、スタッフの方々が親切丁寧な対応をされていて安心します。また、施術中は受付の方が子ども（乳児）を見てくださるのも大変助かっています。 施術はほとんど痛みを伴いません。超音波で軽くピリピリするくらいですし、スタッフさんが「痛くないですか？」と気にかけてくれます。マッサージやウォーターベッド等は心地よいので寝てしまいそうなほどです。 料金設定も患者の立場に立った設定がされていると思います。 まだ通院中で効果は100%は分かりませんが、身体の痛みが無くなったり軽減したり、しんどさが軽くなったりしています。総合的には通って良かったと思っています。

Lovely shrine with a lot of rabbit statues which has a huge burden to carry stones of wishes and hopes.

Very cute shrine with a unique flavor. It’s said to be closely related to the myth of the marriage between Okuninushi and Yagami-hime, so it’s a shrine famous for seeking marriage. And it,s close to the coast and the beach and has an excellent view.

It’s a nice spot right next to the ocean. My friend really wanted to go. So we stopped by and she got a really cute charm. It is a shrine for lovers to see if it will last. People put stones on rabbits stamped with a kanji. I don’t remember exactly which kanji but it is something about a lasting relationship. Definitely worth a quick visit

A very cute temple with lots of rabbits, i wouldn't say not worth it but with the beach in the front quite pleasant to spend half of the day to walk along the beach after temple visit. in between temple and the beach is rest area where you can have some refreshment or meal and of course buy some local produce and souvenirs or have a cup of coffee！

Hakuto (White Rabbit) Jinja is a Shinto #Shrine in #Tottori. It is the setting of the myth of the White Rabbit of Inabane. It is one of the nicest #Shrine l have ever seen. It is believed that the Shrine's power is to relief from burns and other skin conditions. The shrine is located in a very peaceful pond in the forest with Mitarashi pond where ducks were swimming peacefully.

Great Shinto shrine in Japan. This shrine has sacred atmosphere. Many rabbit ornaments and Shrine groves like "Totoro's Forest" are impressive!

nice place , cute littke cat , lucky to saw a rainbow

Close to Mihonoseki Cape lies Miho Shrine, head of about three thousand shrines all over Japan dedicated to Ebisu, god of wealth, seafaring, good harvests, and music. On account of the latter, the shrine houses over eight hundred historical instruments, several of which are the oldest of a particular kind in Japan. Miho Shrine also has two main halls connected to one another in parallel, making it architecturally unique in Japan, and thus the world. The prayer hall in front resembles a mediaeval hanger for storing boats, and occasionally hosts mystic Shinto ceremonies to bestow good luck upon the visitor. One priest beats the drum while the other plays a piercing bamboo flute. A priestess dancing a highly ritualised dance holding golden bells in her right hand, and a holy sasaki tree branch in her left. Afterwards we strolled around the shrine’s holy ground a little while longer, soothed by the sleepy warmth caught by her green hill.

Although transportation here isn't particularly convenient, it is indeed a tranquil and beautiful shrine. It is situated in a fishing village, facing the coast, with not many tourists around, so you can enjoy a very comfortable and relaxing time, and purchase the 御守here as a memento. Especially at sunset, there is a very beautiful coastal scenery along the way.

We landed at Yonago Airport, and because it's a relatively short drive, we visited this beautiful and uncrowded shrine before heading towards Matsue. Unusually, the front section of the shrine is open to the elements.

It's a beautiful peaceful shrine, kind of like a mini Izumo Taisha. No admission fee and the town streets are lovely to stroll through. The public transport is limited and a bit tricky to initially understand to get out there, but very fast and efficient once you actually do it. But do research it or have you kind hotel staff help you out to get there. I think that's what made it easier for me than, perhaps, others.

The main shrine of the Ebisu faith, it is dedicated to Kotoshironushi, the god of fishing and prosperity. It is believed to be the site of the first fishing expedition in mythology, and the figure holding a fishing rod and a sea bream is a familiar sight. The shrine is also notable for its association with music and its unique architectural style, and is the site of events such as "Tokaebisu", a festival to pray for prosperous business. It is recommended to visit the shrine together with Izumo-taisha Shrine.

An amazing shrine! I managed to catch morning prayer and when I left i saw a badger! 😍

nice and quite. make sure you walk around the area after visiting the shrine.

Even if you're not into manga art, you will like this museum. The story and artwork depicting his life story is interesting. The town is full of shops for food and souvenirs.

This museum was very cool! We didn't know the artist, or his background, but we still really enjoyed it. Grab a map at the beginning, so you can follow through his timeline.

On Oct 5, 2024, my wife and I walked past it without entering. We just made use of the toilet near it. And I spotted the cute designs on W/Cs.

It's a lovely place to learn about the life of Shigeru Mizuki. His devotion to document and expand Japan's folklore was enviable; everyone should be as driven as he was.

An extensive look at Mizuki's work from childhood to present. Most of the exhibit is in Japanese, but there is an English app, local WiFi and a movie with English subtitles. Also, Google translate worked well.

I did not know anything about Shigeru Mizuki before visiting. However, collecting all the stamps along the road and going through the museum not only made me appreciate the experience, but the life and story of Mr. Mizuki. He was an extremely talented artist, being able to expertly draw multiple art styles. He has funny quotes and has a quirky way to interject comedy that just works so well, despite it seeming like it's "out of place". Also, he has many quotes that are insightful and wise as well, which the museum shows amongst its pieces. Seeing his perspective of WW2 as well, and how harrowing it was for him and his unlikely survival was captivating, especially since many views from the Axis side aren't publicly shared. This visit made me buy 2 books, and I am excited to start Kitaro.

It's just a plan to full fill in my JR west sanyo-san in pass only, But but but... i surprise with this place so much, beside the main road from JR station to museum you will see more than hundred of model character on both side of the road, very funny to take a picture. if you love to collect stamper this town have a special book to collect the special stamper, very impressive

Amazing place to visit here. So quaint and a lot of little shops to check out. Not a lot of food establishments but the ones that are there are excellent. Definitely worth making the ride from the port

On Oct 5, 2024, my wife and I strolled along the road dotted with very small manga characters. I was very impressed with the character merchandising as it does attract tourists to come here. We didn’t buy or eat anything, having a feel of the environment was good enough for us.

Wonderful walk through the roughly eight blocks street lined with almost 200 bronze statues from life size to tiny all commemorating the manga characters of Shigeru. Even the shops have decor, food and souvenirs modeled after the characters. From the right site line, you can catch a glimpse of Mt. Daisen.

Went to the Manga museum of Mizuki Shigeru. English audio available on mobile phone. Recommend ear pods. ¥ 1 000, adult.

Lots of specialty and tourist shops plus cleaners but only few dining options. The mini statues by the renowned artist Mizuki Shigeru are AMAZING...

It's so dangerous for your wallet! I had a lot of fun doing the stamp rally while shopping, but I can see why this one activity can be just a one-time thing to do. The statues were really cool, if a bit smaller than I first imagined. I'd like to visit again and try out the postage option and a few other snacks

Most amazing street to visit off the cruise ship by shuttle 500 Yen into town wonderful little shops and the statues in the street were something else - ate at Miyabe Soba, bought a few trinkets and ate some lovely BBQ meat skewers and Octopus- a great afternoon topped off with strawberries on a stick