Tohoku

The driver, Mr. Shi, drove very smoothly and was a very nice person. It was really comfortable to play for a day. Although the sky was a little bad and it rained a little, the beautiful scenery made up for this imperfection.

The museum is filled with intricate decorations, not only gold leaf but also makie and mother-of-pearl work, which is a highlight. Many national treasures are also on display in the treasure hall.

It was a perfect ferry experience, starting with waiting for the boat. You can take photos and check in at the port. There are restaurants and shopping areas on the first floor of the waiting area, all affordable. Once you get on board, the scenery is stunning: afternoon sunshine, a breeze on the deck, a view of the sea through the window, and a nap in the cabin. Everything is just right.

I've learned about the loyalty of the Akita Inu from the movie Hachiko. This dog is very well-behaved and doesn't bark. It's not a working dog, let alone a guard dog, but it's incredibly cute and fun to walk with. The meeting point is quite a distance from the nearest train station, Shikado, so Google Maps navigation can be inaccurate. I recommend notifying the organizers in advance, as they offer free transportation. They even took photos for me and emailed them to me.

The itinerary was very relaxing and stress-free. The arrangement of visiting two attractions in one day was very pleasant and I recommend it.

A good itinerary for solo travel. The driver was very diligent in showing us a few more places to take pictures. He was also very enthusiastic in helping us take pictures. There were two other girls in the same car and we had a great time chatting.