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- AdamCambodia70 contributionsA trip I have always wanted to do. Climbing Mt Fuji was a life bucket list.
Do not be fooled thinking it’s an easy trek, the first hour + is through the forest and damm it’s humid. The views are amazing and well worth the trip.
I can’t recommend a trek up enough.Written November 30, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - SkaramooshEdmonton, Canada4,057 contributionsIt was an option offered by the bus driver to take the Hakone Ropeway as there was quite heavy traffic building up as we were heading up the hill. It was on our own dime but we jumped at the chance.
The ride was uneventful but the views were great.
We recommend it if given the chance or opportunity.Written October 24, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Beverly VegaJapan157 contributionsWe tried to go here at day time before sunset but sunset in Japan is at 5:00PM Japan time during October. So we were not able to see the nice view at day time, night view is good though, but it could be nicer if we see the city view on its daylight. The only advantage if you visit the Mountain at night time is the light on Lover’s Sanctuary surrounded by padlocks where you can take photos with your loved ones or family. See our photos for reference.Written October 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Joe T20 contributionsNice castle with minimal add on, in natural state which is what I like. Not a lot of tourists when I went, so was a bonus. From Okaido walk the way up for the cable car or chairlift to the castle. Wanted to try the chairlift but the weather was too cold. Seems the matsuyama area is famous for mikan (oranges). There at many varieties with different sweetness. Do try.
Stayed for 2 nights in late Jan 2024. The hotel located about 4 mins walk from the Hiroshima station.
As I was early, I deposited my luggage to check in later. The hotel has a spacious and comfortable lobby connecting a coffee place. There are free amenities like toothbrush, body towel, tea and coffee bag, cotton bud, etc to take in the lobby area. But for some amenities like hairbrush and shave kit, these are chargable at 100 yen at the reception.
Room was standard compact for my single room. Just enough space for 1. Room comes with 1 usb port and other charging points. Only has 1 pillow. No drinking water provided, you have to purchase it at the vending machine. Wifi was strong and room was well maintained.
Surprised that there is a public bath at the 10th floor. It comes with 2 large bath, 1 indoor and outdoor. Nice to have the outdoor bath in cold weather.
Check out time is10am, which is quite different from others I have stayed which is the usual 12pm.
I do understand the need to be environment friendly, but charging guests for amenities? Was ok for me as I brought my own. But drinking water? At least have a water dispenser in the hotel for guests to take drinking water. Most likely will not be back.
There is a nice hiroshima okonomiyaki place near the hotel at 6F of Full Focus building. There are many stalls on the 6F, all selling okonomiyaki, you can choose your own.
If you are travelling to Matsuyama from Hiroshima, take the tram no. 5 from Hiroshima station to reach the Hiroshima Port Center to take the super jet. Currently there are discount for tourist at 5600 yen one way. You can email and book ahead using the super jet website by using their Japanese webpage to send a query. Somehow the English webpage does not have this option.
Do note that at the Matsuyama port, the iyotetsu limousine bus from the port to the various area is not available. I did not know and purchased the iyotetsu 1 day pass in advance. Though I can still use the pass within Matsuyama but was not worth the cost if the limousine bus is not available. Taxi from Matsuyama port to dogo onsen cost about 3300 yen.Written January 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Kogi57 contributionsWent for the Tengu but was pleasently surprised with the hike. Midway I scrapped my original plans and decided to do the whole trip to Kibune instead. While Inari shrine creates the mysticism with its tori gates, Mt. Kurama does it with its amazing nature. Sorrounded with small streams and the wind kindly blowing through the whole hill/mountain (500m) one easily gets wings like a tengu and flies the hike. With all the shade of those great trees there is also no worry to get a red face and nose, so no worries they won’t mistake you for their kin 😆Written July 5, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Getaway213698158 contributionsMassive sand dune with many visitors. Don't worry about car parking facilities as there are many. 10+ food outlets available and you don't go hungry. Pear ice cream is good as well.Written March 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- T.monouAso, Japan88 contributionsWith its spectacular nature and overwhelming views, Daikanbo is the place to experience the ultimate beauty of Aso. The 360-degree panorama from an elevation of approximately 935 meters allows visitors to enjoy the graceful "Nirvana Statue" of the five Aso peaks and the magnificent view of the Kujyu mountain range at the same time. In particular, the sea of clouds in the early morning creates a fantastic and mysterious sight, and is especially beautiful in spring and autumn. A mere 10-minute hike from the parking lot will bring you to this breathtaking view. There is also a souvenir store and a restaurant suitable for astronomical observation. This is a must-see spot when visiting Aso.Written December 28, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- RicochanNew York390 contributionsWhen we left our hotel in the morning, it was pouring rain. However, by the time we arrived in Shirakawago, the rain had stopped, and the sun eventually came out. Our first stop was the Wada family house, followed by a walk up the steep path behind it. The view from the top was magnificent, and we quickly forgot about the tiring 15-minute climb! There was no shuttle bus available on the weekday we visited in early July. I would love to see the same view in winter. Even if your tour only gives you 90 minutes of free time (we had 2 hours), don’t skip this spot. There will be plenty of time unless you queue up for lunch.Written September 13, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- RoadzLessTraveledSydney, Australia367 contributionsThis is an amazing area - with walking tracks surrounded by towering bamboo trees. However, the main problem is actually finding the place. If you type into Google the term “bamboo walk” or “bamboo forest trail” or even “Chikurin-no Komichi” (the actual Japanese name for the location), nothing relevant comes up. As a result, planning public transport to get to this location is much more difficult than it should be.
My suggestion is to type in the local JR train station name - Saga-Arashiyama - and follow the signs from the station when you arrive.Written January 4, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - OldjackGreater Melbourne, Australia29,207 contributionsThe Monorail is a better option than the chair lift on a wet day. The views from the top are excellent of Amanohashidate, the 3 KM sand bar that divides the Aso Sea and Miyazu Bay. Autumn colors were good in November.Written November 18, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Michael KSan Jose, CA1,144 contributionsThis tower is painted a bright orange red and with the Odori Park to the west providing unobstructed views, it is good for photo ops. Going up to the top of the tower is expensive, at 1,000 yen per person. We opted to just look out the windows on the 3rd floor where the ticket counter is located. The windows facing west were not accessible, but the windows facing east offered views of the Sosei River, and the trees lining the river which were just turning red in early October. At night the tower is lit up in different colors which change every now and then and it offers yet a different photo op.Written October 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- กินเที่ยวไม่ซ้ำ จำที่ไม่ได้Bangkok, Thailand597 contributionsI visit after the snow storm. Thus, I experienced it is really great.
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FB: กินเที่ยวไม่ซ้ำ จำที่ไม่ได้Written December 27, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - MerlijnPoolmanGroningen, The Netherlands47 contributionsGreat view, surely worth the small detour and if you go a bit more North to the next Island there are nice calm beaches and an old villageWritten November 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Louise FDanville, CA5 contributionsMy family had an amazing experience at the Ramen Factory in Kyoto. The staff was super nice and so organized. They were engaging every step of the way and made it a fun and enjoyable time for all of us. The end result was a big, delicious bowl of Ramen. Yum! I highly recommend going here to learn and experience the art of ramen making. It is a great way to spend a fun time with your friends or family.Written April 1, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Brun066Florence, Italy13,744 contributionsThis cable car-chair lift combination is essential for the ascent to the plateau that is the heart of the Daisetzuzan Park. The complex of two cable transport systems in fact takes you from an altitude of 670 mts (Sounkyo Onsen) to 1520 mts. (upper station of the chair lift).
From here various paths branch off for the different destinations of the massif, although it seems to me that by far the most popular route is the one towards Mt. Kurodake, which represents the most direct access route to the central plateau, and requires an additional climb of over 460 m.
It should be noted that the chair lift doesn't have seat closures with movable parapets: a feature that I found here for the first time, and which I imagine isn't allowed in Europe.Written August 31, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
