With its eye-catching, chic blue exterior, this hidden gem of a cafe in Okukawaguchiko, Fujikawaguchiko Town, is perfect for a peaceful morning stroll with your beloved dog, Chocolat. Afterwards, enjoy lunch at the galette and quiche cafe, "cafe Hanenoha"...
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On the first day of our autumn trip to Lake Kawaguchi, we visited Fuji Oishi Hana Terrace, a complex located on the north shore of Lake Kawaguchi, adjacent to Oishi Park. With its beautiful white walls and cobblestone streets, it's a delightful spot for strolling, dotted with unique shops and cafes. The company operates stores in Yamanashi and Gifu prefectures...
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After thoroughly enjoying a scenic drive along the west coast of Izu, head to "Ichigo Plaza," a popular drive-in located along the Izu Jukan Expressway (Shuzenji Road). It's perfect for a break during your journey, and offers a wide selection of Izu-specific souvenirs and tempting sweets...
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In late summer, when the summer sun still lingered strongly, on our way to Izu-Nagaoka, we stopped at "Vivra Vivre," a popular cafe with a vast 6,000-tsubo (approximately 20,000 square meter) open garden, in Kannami Town. This trip was to celebrate my husband's 50th birthday...
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Shima Mediterranean Village is comprised of four distinct zones, centered around the Plaza Mayor (fountain square). This time, we'll first explore the Castilla Zone, located directly in front of the fountain square, and then the Myconorca Zone, located in the back left...
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Nestled amidst the lush forests of Sengokuhara, Hakone, lies "Hakone Retreat före." This adult resort offers a tranquil escape from everyday life, a chance to reconnect with your true self. The resort features the on-site restaurant "WOODSIDE...".
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After enjoying the magnificent views of Lake Ashi and the majestic Mount Fuji while enveloped in the crisp winter air, it was time for another highlight of the trip: lunch. We headed to "Hakone Karaage KARATTO," located right in front of Lake Ashi. They allow dogs and cats inside, making it a pet-friendly option even in the middle of winter...
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This year's birthday trip was a trip to Lake Ashi in Hakone with my beloved dog, Chocolat, to enjoy the autumn foliage. After calming my mind at Hakone Shrine, which was ablaze with autumn colors, we went to Salon de thé Rosage, a dessert restaurant directly managed by the Yama no Hotel located on the shores of Lake Ashi...
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Within the "VISON" complex resort in Taki-cho, Mie Prefecture, "ATELIER VISON" stands out as an area imbued with a particularly serene and artistic atmosphere. This is the work of Koichi Uchida, a ceramic artist and sculptor from Yokkaichi City, Mie Prefecture...
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Following the renovation of the Shuzenji Onsen bus stop, a café called "MatoKa," which also houses a Baumkuchen workshop, opened next to the bus stop on December 19, 2024. The 43-year-old bus stop had become dilapidated, and the café opened as a way to provide a relaxing space for visitors...
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"Takenosato Mizuguchi," a gazebo-style tea house, stands at the entrance to the popular "Bamboo Grove Path" in the Shuzenji Onsen hot spring town. Surrounded by the clear waters of the Katsura River and the lush greenery of the bamboo grove, it's a space where you can enjoy a pleasant break during your stroll, feeling as if you're embraced by nature. A refreshing breeze...
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Just a two-minute walk from Hakone-Gora Station, COFFEE CAMP, a popular cafe housed in a renovated former agricultural cooperative building, offers a peaceful and relaxing time with its aromatic, freshly roasted coffee...
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