Continuing from the central plaza of "Shima Mediterranean Village," our next stop was the "Andalusia Zone." This area is designed to resemble the Andalusia region of southern Spain, facing the Mediterranean Sea. It evokes the bright and vibrant seaside towns characteristic of Spain, the land of passion...
...Shima Mediterranean Village, Mie Prefecture - Part 2: Exploring an Exotic Town with Your Dog ~Myconor Zone Edition~
After leaving the Castile Zone of Shima Mediterranean Village, the scenery changes dramatically. You arrive at the Mykonorca Zone, characterized by its white buildings and large vases. "Mykonorca" refers to the Greek island of Mykonos and the Spanish region of Me...
...Shima Mediterranean Village, Mie Prefecture - Part 1: Exploring an Exotic Town with Your Dog ~Castile Zone Edition~
Our second day at "NEMU RESORT," nestled in the rich natural beauty of Ise-Shima National Park, began with a visit to "Shima Mediterranean Village," adjacent to the hotel. Although only a few minutes' drive from Nemu Resort, stepping inside revealed a completely different atmosphere...
...Mie, Shima "NEMU RESORT-6-" Breakfast buffet at "Restaurant Satoumi" where you can savor the bounty of the local area.
A refreshing second morning awaits at "NEMU RESORT," nestled in the forest. After an early morning stroll and breathing in the crisp air, we board the villa's private car and head to "HOTEL NEMU" for breakfast...
...NEMU RESORT-5- in Shima, Mie Prefecture: An eastern observation deck overlooking Ago Bay with its floating pearl rafts and the rising sun.
Nestled amidst the rich natural beauty of Ise-Shima National Park, "NEMU RESORT" offers a truly special morning scenic spot that you should definitely visit if the weather permits. In the early morning, while the surroundings are still shrouded in tranquility, at "Forest...".
...Mie, Shima "NEMU RESORT-4-": Terrace dinner at a private villa where you can enjoy time with your dog.
Nestled amidst the lush forests of Ise-Shima National Park is "NEMU RESORT." The sunset at Forest Villa DOG offers a special experience, distinct from dinner at the hotel restaurant. This time, I enjoyed a relaxing time with my beloved dog, Chocolat...
...NEMU RESORT-2- in Shima, Mie Prefecture: A forest villa with a garden where you can relax with your dog.
NEMU RESORT, based on the concept of spending time amidst the rich nature of Ise-Shima National Park, is a resort that offers a variety of amenities. Located on a vast 250-hectare site surrounded by forests and the sea, the resort features a hotel, hot spring facilities, and activity areas.
...NEMU RESORT-1- in Shima, Mie Prefecture: A resort hotel nestled in a vast national park, offering a healing escape from nature.
It was mid-summer, and the trees, washed clean by the rain, were a vibrant green. Due to the influence of Typhoons 7 and 8, bad weather had continued until the day before my trip. It rained continuously on the way there, but as I approached my destination, the rain gradually subsided, and miraculously, it stopped raining...
...Stroll through the fragrant rose garden of Gora Park in Hakone's Gora district.
When you think of Hakone, many people might picture hot springs and art museums, but the beautiful gardens adorned with flowers of all seasons are also a major attraction of this region. On this early summer trip to Hakone, I visited Hakone Gora Garden, known as one of Hakone's most famous gardens...
...Hakone Sengokuhara "Hotel Mori no Kaze Hakone Sengokuhara -7-" Stroll through the lush green fields of dazzling young pampas grass.
After a peaceful stay at Hotel Mori no Kaze Hakone Sengokuhara, our final destination was the Susuki Grassland, a well-known scenic spot in Sengokuhara. Right next to the hotel is the Hakone Tozan Bus stop "Daigatake," from which you can take a bus to "Sengoku Kogen"...
...Hakone Sengokuhara "Hotel Mori no Kaze Hakone Sengokuhara -6-" The perfect ending to a wonderful time in Hakone spent with my beloved dog.
My stay at Hotel Mori no Kaze Hakone Sengokuhara in Sengokuhara, Hakone, in early summer, is drawing to a close. The more enjoyable the trip, the faster time flies. Even after breakfast, I wanted to savor the peaceful atmosphere unique to this inn until the very end...
...Hakone Sengokuhara "Hotel Mori no Kaze Hakone Sengokuhara -3-" Relax in the hot springs of the large public bath that reflects the changing seasons and enjoy the evening breeze in the garden.
Hakone's Sengokuhara was bathed in the gentle sunlight of early summer. What I was most looking forward to at my stay at "Hotel Mori no Kaze Hakone Sengokuhara" was the time spent in the hot springs, surrounded by the beauty of nature in every season. The room I shared with my beloved dog, Chocolat, had a private open-air bath...
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