Blog by https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc INTERRAIL-Japan en-us 2017-10-22 19:03:56 UTC 2025-11-03 14:30:28 UTC hello@padlet.com beyzae006 https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/199542325 The entire Osaka Castle Park covers about two square kilometers with lots of green space, sport facilities, a multi-purpose arena (Osakajo Hall) and a shrine dedicated to Toyotami Hideyoshi. The park is one of Osaka's most popular hanami spot during the cheery blossom season, which usually takes place in early April.
The construction of Osaka Castle started in 1583 on the former site of the Ishiyama Honganji Temple, which had been destroyed by Oda Nobunaga thirteen years earlier.Toyotomi Hideyoshi intended the castle to become the center of a new,unified Japan under Toyotomi rule.It was the largest castle at the time.

]]> 2017-10-23 12:55:37 UTC https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/199542325 beyzae006 https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200587426 The Tokyo Skytree is a television broadcasting tower and landmark of Tokyo.
With a height of 634 meters (634 can be read as "Musashi", a historic name of the Tokyo Region), it is the tallest structure in Japan and the second tallest in the world at the time of its completion. A large shopping complex with aquarium is located at its base.The two enclosed decks are located at heights of 350 and 450 meters respectively, making them the highest observation decks in Japan and some of the highest in the world.]]> 2017-10-25 19:17:32 UTC https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200587426 beyzae006 https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200603355 Probably the town's biggest claim to fame and one of the most photographed sights in Japan, the Sagano Bamboo Forest should be on any Arashiyama itinerary. Its small windy paths flanked by tall bamboo on either side create an otherworldly atmosphere that feels calm and peaceful no matter how busy it gets.There are a number of shrines and temples in the vicinity, however, you'll find Nonomiya Shrine right along the main path and, like the Bamboo Forest itself, it's also free to enter. If you're looking for love, you might want to drop by and make a wish as Nonomiya-Daikokuten, the god of matchmaking, is said to be enshrined there.]]> 2017-10-25 19:56:15 UTC https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200603355 beyzae006 https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200607812 Todaiji is one of Japan's most famous and historically significant temples and a landmark of Nara. The temple was constructed in 752 as the head temple of all provincial Buddhist temple of Japan and grew so powerful that the capital was moved from Nara to Nagaoka in 784 in order to lower the temple's influence on government affairs.]]> 2017-10-25 20:09:50 UTC https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200607812 beyzae006 https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200610047 Todaiji's main hall, the Daibutsuden(Big Buddha Hall) is the world's largest wooden building, despite the fact that the present reconstruction of 1692 is only two thirds of the original temple hall's size. The massive building houses one of Japan's largest bronze statues of Buddha(Daibutsu). The 15 meters tall, seated Buddha represents Vairocana and is flanked by two Bodhisattvas.]]> 2017-10-25 20:17:06 UTC https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200610047 beyzae006 https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200611538 Kanmangafuchi Abyss was formed by an eruption of nearby Mount Nantai. This gorge near central Nikkois only a few hundred meters long and can be enjoyed from a pleasant riverside walking trail.]]> 2017-10-25 20:22:43 UTC https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200611538 beyzae006 https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200611965 Kanmangafuchi is also known for its row of about 70 stone statues of Jizo, a Bodhisattva who cares for the deceased. This particular group of Jizo statues is alternately called "Bake Jizo" (Ghost Jizo), "Narabi Jizo" (Jizo in a line) or "Hyaku Jizo" (100 Jizo). The statues look out over the river and across to the Nikko Botanical Garden but the botanical garden cannot be entered from the abyss.]]> 2017-10-25 20:24:18 UTC https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200611965 beyzae006 https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200613734 Sushi is the most famous Japanese dish outside of Japan, and one of the most popular dishes among the Japanese themselves. In Japan, sushi is usually enjoyed on special occasions, such as a celebration.

]]> 2017-10-25 20:30:55 UTC https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200613734 beyzae006 https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200614940 Yakitori are grilled chicken skewers made from bite sized pieces of meat from all different parts of the chicken, such as the breasts, thighs, skin, liver and other innards. Usually made to order and cooked over charcoal, yakitori is a popular, inexpensive dish commonly enjoyed together with a glass of beer. The best yakitori is served at specialty restaurants, known as yakitori-ya, but it can also be found at many other types of restaurants across Japan such as izakaya and at festival food stands.]]> 2017-10-25 20:35:48 UTC https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200614940 beyzae006 https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200616556 Okonomiyaki is a popular pan fried food that consists of batter and cabbage. Selected toppings and ingredients are added which can vary greatly (anything from meat and seafood to wasabi and cheese). The dish is available all over Japan, but is most popular in the west, particularly the cities of Hiroshima and Osaka.]]> 2017-10-25 20:44:15 UTC https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200616556 beyzae006 https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200743312 Genghis Khan (Jingisukan)
Named after the man who founded the Mongol Empire in the early 13th century, Genghis Khan is a dish consisting of meat (usually mutton) and vegetables cooked on a dome shaped metal grill in the middle of the table. The meat is usually dipped in a shoyu based sauce and eaten right off the grill.
Genghis Khan can be enjoyed at specialized restaurants across Hokkaido. One of the best places to enjoy it is the atmospheric beer hall at the Sapporo Beer Museum.
]]> 2017-10-26 10:52:46 UTC https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200743312 beyzae006 https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200744952 Natural hot springs are numerous and highly popular across Japan. Every region of the country has its share of hot springs and resort towns, which come with them.]]> 2017-10-26 11:01:46 UTC https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200744952 beyzae006 https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200745162 Kurokawa Onsen is one of Japan's best hot spring resorts, both in terms of its pretty, traditional town center and its outstanding outdoor baths.]]> 2017-10-26 11:02:55 UTC https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200745162 beyzae006 https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200746098 The cherry blossom (sakura) is Japan's unofficial national flower. It has been celebrated for many centuries and holds a very prominent position in Japanese culture. There are many dozens of different cherry tree varieties in Japan, most of which bloom for just a couple of days in spring. The seasonal spectacle is celebrated with hanami (cherry blossom viewing) parties under the trees.]]> 2017-10-26 11:07:54 UTC https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200746098 Takada Castle beyzae006 https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200747682 Also known as Takada Park, the grounds of Takada Castle in Joetsu City feature around 4000 cherry trees around the castle's moats. The park's most prominent building is a large turret rather than a castle keep (a castle keep was never built).]]> 2017-10-26 11:14:57 UTC https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200747682 beyzae006 https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200748344 Mount Fuji, Japan's tallest and most famous mountain, is climbed by several hundred thousand people each year. Most visit during the main hiking season in July and August, although some of the hiking facilities are also available during September. Outside of that time, it is dangerous to ascend the mountain. A few shorter, casual hikes are also available, such as the walks to Kofuji and Hoeizan.]]> 2017-10-26 11:18:31 UTC https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200748344 beyzae006 https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200750011 Nebuta and Neputa are a type of Tanabata related summer festival held in towns around Aomori Prefecture. The largest of these festivals is the Nebuta Matsuri of Aomori City, held every year from August 2 to 7. The highlight of the festival is the daily parade of enormous lantern floats, flanked by large taiko drums, musicians and dancers. The Nebuta Matsuri together with Akita's Kanto Matsuri and Sendai's Tanabata make up the Tohoku Sandai Matsuri (Three Great Festivals of the Tohoku Region).]]> 2017-10-26 11:26:33 UTC https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200750011 beyzae006 https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200753769 I am stay in capsul hotel.]]> 2017-10-26 11:42:14 UTC https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200753769 beyzae006 https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200758011 My Japanese friends]]> 2017-10-26 11:57:10 UTC https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200758011 beyzae006 https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200936633 I visited Croatia last week.]]> 2017-10-26 17:21:56 UTC https://padlet.com/beyzae006/zmidj758j6pc/wish/200936633