🙂 Pictures and reports are what I actually seen and taken. What is “ARITA-YAKI CERAMICS”? It was started around the early 17th century in Arita town in Saga Prefecture.  It is mostly categorized as porcelain. Due to the such beautiful and sensitive designs, many were exported to Europe and became the world famous branded ceramics.  It is know to be the “Meissen” modeled after “Arita-yaki ceramics.” Features ☆ It is a shopping mall designated for “Arita-yaki ceramics” ☆ 22 shops are all in one area along the street. ☆ All year round open. ☆ Cafe/Restaurant/Hotel are available. ☆ Very relaxed atmosphere for shopping. Exception: Crowded during the “Arira Ceramics Fair.” […]

ONE OF THE BIGGEST & RELAXED OUTLET MALLS AROUND TOKYO AREA OPERATED BY MITSUI GROUP. Features ☆ Located in KISARAZU, CHIBA. ー Only about 1 hour from Tokyo by car. 💡 Easy access by driving TOKYO-CHIBA undersea tunnel “Tokyo Bay Aqua Line.” 💡 The direct buses are available from TOKYO. ー Taking trains are not convinient so not recommended. ☆ Expanding : will reach 308 shops in November, 2018. ☆ More Japanese brands are available compared to the premium outlets. ☆ Other Japanese local shop are also available around (the outside) of the outlet. Area Guide Divided into 5 areas.  as of 2018. SHOPS: OCEAN / URBAN / GREEN / […]

“KARUIZAWA HOTCHI ICHIBA” IS THE FAMOUS FARMERS` MARKET IN KARUIZAWA, NAGANO. Features ☆ A famous farmers` market in  KARUIZAWA. ☆ Known as selling the brand vegetables named ” KARUIZAWA KIRISHITA.” ☆ Selling the very fresh vegetables, fruits, plants and other foods from locals. ☆ Popular items are sold out in the morning. ☆ Selling the various items related to “Soba.” ☆ There are some small eating places around the market. ☆ Need car to access. Poplular Items 💡  “KARUIZAWA KIRISHITA” LETTUCE   “KARUIZAWA KIRISHITA” CORN   Soba & Soba Pasta  Popular  Eating Places   MENU:    TEN MORI SOBA PLACE:   “KARUIZAWA HOTCHI SOBA”  💡 All hand-made local soba.  Very fresh!!   […]

“KARUIZAWA PRINCE SHOPPING PLAZA” IS THE HUGE OUTLET MALL LOCATED IN THE FAMOUS MOUNTAIN REPORT IN JAPAN. Features ☆ 💡 Located in the south front of JR “KARUIZAWA” Station. – Only about 1 hour from Tokyo by train taking Shinkansen. – Only 2-3 hours from around Tokyo area by car. ☆ About 240 various shops, the Food Court, and Restaurants are also there. ☆ Great selections compared to the other outlets in Japan. ☆ In scenic and pet-friendly environment, especially for dogs. ☆ Operated by the SEIBU & PRINCE Group Company. Area Guide Divided into 10 areas. SHOPS : WEST / NEW WEST / TREE / CENTER / EAST / NEW EAST / […]