Category: Travel

Arashiyama is an S-class tourist attraction in Kyoto. In addition to the option of taking a small train or a boat ride, there are also attractions such as the bamboo forest, Tenryu-ji Temple, and Jōjakkō-ji Temple. There are many well-known temples to visit, so it is essential to study the transportation options when traveling to Arashiyama. Currently, there are two commonly used modes of transportation: 1. Taking the train and 2. Taking the bus. For train travel, you can use JR, Randen, or Hankyu Electric Railway. For bus travel, the main options are Kyoto City Bus and Kyoto Bus. However, it is not recommended to take the bus as it takes a long time (approximately 45 minutes from Kyoto Station). Below, I will introduce the Arashiyama travel routes that are commonly used by tourists.

Enoshima is a popular tourist destination located southwest of Tokyo and Yokohama. It is easily accessible by car and is often included in day trips to Kamakura. The Enoshima Electric Railway is a convenient transportation option for visiting Enoshima and Kamakura. The article provides information on transportation, attractions, and food in Enoshima and Kamakura. It suggests spending a whole day exploring the area and highlights the Enoshima Shrine, Enoshima Island, and the Enoshima Electric Railway. The Kamakura High School Front Station, Hase Station, and Kamakura Station are also mentioned as important stops for visiting popular attractions such as the Great Buddha and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine. The article recommends taking the time to fully enjoy the beauty of Enoshima and Kamakura.

The main usage of the Kanku (Osaka City) Chikatoku Ticket is that it allows you to transfer at Namba without any time restrictions. This means you can take a stroll in Dotonbori and then return to Namba to catch a train to your destination (including various stations on the Osaka Metro such as Shin-Osaka and Umeda). This pass consists of only one ticket and can only be used to transfer at Namba station. The ticket will not be collected, so you can continue using it. It is suitable for people living along the subway lines in Osaka, especially the Midosuji Line, as it can save you some money.

The Kansai Airport to Nara Travel Pass is a transportation ticket for travel between Kansai Airport and Nara.
Jointly issued by Nankai Electric Railway and Kintetsu Railway, similar to the Kobe and Kyoto travel passes.
These tickets require transfers.
However, the Nara Travel Pass only allows transfers at Namba Station, making it suitable for tourists staying near Kintetsu Nara Station.

The Kansai Airport to Kobe Travel Pass is a transportation ticket for traveling between Kansai Airport and Kobe. This ticket is a collaboration between Nankai Electric Railway and Hanshin Electric Railway. If purchased at the original price, the total cost is ¥1350. Currently, this pass is priced at ¥1150, which is about a 15% discount.

The Blue Pond, also known as “Shirogane Blue Pond” or “Biei Shirogane Blue Pond,” in Japanese is “白金青い池”
Is an artificial pond located in Shirogane, Biei Town, Hokkaido, Japan.
Initially, it was created to prevent volcanic mudflows from the debris of Mount Tokachi eruptions.
Several dams were constructed along the Biei River, and the Blue Pond is one of the ponds formed by these dams.
The surface of the pond exhibits an incredible blue color, creating a dreamy landscape with the withered larch trees.
Since then, regardless of summer or winter, it has become a popular attraction in the Biei area of Hokkaido.

The hotel is called Lion’s Rock, with the addition of the words “Shinsaibashi” in its name. However, it is a bit far from the well-known Shinsaibashi shopping street. It is closer to America Village at night, with dimmer lighting and a slightly chaotic atmosphere due to nearby shops. However, its prices are relatively affordable. If you are a young, single woman visiting Osaka, I would not recommend choosing this hotel.

To travel between Kansai Airport and Kobe, there are three transportation options available: A. Taking the Limousine Bus B. Taking the train C. Taking the high-speed ferry. In this article, we will briefly explain these three transportation options, providing choices for those who want to reach Kobe directly from Kansai Airport on their first day.