Aichi

This time, I took my child to a place that's similar to Leofoo Village in Taiwan, but not as big. It has all the usual animals, but what's special is that it has publicly displayed sea lions, polar bears, and other animals that are hard to see. Plus, it's near an MRT station, so it's definitely worth a visit.

The entire journey was on time, the driver drove smoothly, and there was plenty of time – more than enough. It's a pity we came during the rainy season, but it still had its own unique beauty.

Scanning the QR code to enter the station is convenient and saves time; it's also easy to use with family! The Meitetsu Limited Express u-SKY line from the airport to the city center takes only 30 minutes, but a reserved seat ticket costs ¥450.

I was in a tight spot, wondering if I'd make it to the 3rd floor in time for the Meitetsu bus departure in just 5 minutes. I hurried out of the taxi, showed them a photo, and they were able to confirm it immediately 😊 I was getting impatient with how slow the elevator was, but I hurried down the corridor to the bus stop because my knees are bad and I can't run, and I made it just in time for the 3:00 PM departure. I was relieved that the luggage retrieval was smooth. It was my first time and I didn't have a reservation, so it took me a while to install the app on my smartphone and register.

The driver arrived on time and we arrived at our destination safely.

The room was spacious, the staff were friendly, and the vending machines downstairs were very convenient. Ghibli Park was fantastic; die-hard fans should definitely go!

My trip to Nara was a last-minute decision, with little time for planning. I used the Kintetsu Rail Pass to travel between Osaka's Namba and Kintetsu Nara stations. My first impression of Nara was that it's a refreshing and unhurried city! Without the crowds, walking the streets and occasionally being accompanied by deer chasing after you for rice crackers added a unique charm. On the return trip, you can also visit Mt. Ikoma and take two cable cars up the mountain to enjoy the sunset and night view. While it lacks the dazzling lights of Osaka's skyscrapers, standing on the mountain and feeling the gentle breeze... I highly recommend buying the pass and experiencing it.

I originally thought it would be fine anywhere in Okayama Prefecture, but unfortunately, Bitchu-Takahashi Station is not within the scope.