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This is our third visit to the Animal Kingdom. It was quite busy and some animals were not on display however we got to see some feedings and the new young Capybara.

The location is a bit remote with no direct tram service, so taking an express bus is recommended. However, since departures are infrequent, be sure to check the timetable in advance, as missing the bus makes returning to the city center rather troublesome. I only visited the Ninja Village on this day, and the Scroll of Heaven maze was a lot of fun. I recommend tackling the Scroll of Heaven first thing in the morning when you enter the park, as it is located right at the Hokage Rock near the entrance. If you go in the afternoon, it can get congested due to the crowds, which detracts from the experience. There is no need to worry about performing the hand seals, as the machine only detects the general hand shape and it is not difficult, though you can still practice beforehand. Don't panic if you get stuck, as people help each other out, but there is one spot that children cannot get through on their own, so adults should be prepared to carry them down (about half a flight of stairs). The Scroll of Earth is even simpler; if you are worried about not being familiar with the hand seals, you can tackle this one first to practice before heading to the Scroll of Earth (Note: Scroll of Heaven). Remember to find the staff inside the building after collecting your stamps for the Scroll of Earth, as there is a hidden surprise. If you purchase a Gold Ticket or higher, you can choose an additional mission. The English version has quite a few far-fetched questions where you can't even deduce the process working backward from the answer, so the four-star missions should not be underestimated. Missions of three stars and below have a difficulty similar to the Scroll of Heaven, while four stars and above may require a bit of luck and out-of-the-box thinking. Don't be too concerned about winning or losing, and you'll have a much better time. Doing all of this alone is completely fine, and having poor Japanese skills is not an obstacle. There is only one restaurant in the Ninja Village, Ichiraku Ramen; it is recommended to dine before 12:00 PM to avoid fighting for seats, though this is not guaranteed on weekends. As for merchandise, there are quite a few exclusive items, many of which are tied to special missions, so those who like collecting limited-edition goods can purchase them. For those who want to cosplay, you can head straight to the shop upon entering the park to buy headbands, jackets, vests, and the like. The quality is quite decent, though the prices are standard theme park rates. I hope these insights help everyone feel at ease about visiting and enjoying the park.

The tour was conducted in Chinese, which I didn’t know beforehand, haha! So I couldn’t really understand any of the explanations since everything was in Chinese. Other than that, I’m still glad I joined this tour because visiting these three destinations on my own would have been quite difficult. Overall, it was a convenient way to see all three places in one day!

Откритата баня беше страхотна!! Зоната за релакс в съоръжението също беше много добре оборудвана, така че успяхме да си починем удобно в последния ден от пътуването. Единственото нещо, което беше малко разочароващо, е, че повечето от посетителите на горещите извори бяха местни възрастни хора, а някои туристи говореха толкова силно, че кънтеше в банята. Разбира се, нормално е семействата да си говорят, но би било добре, ако ние, туристите, бяхме малко по-внимателни.

I initially wondered if it was worth visiting KidZania in Japan when we could go to one in Korea, but my child really wanted to, so we went. And it was absolutely fantastic! At first, I was a bit flustered because it wasn't a kiosk reservation system like in Korea, but I got used to it and it was fine. The staff were friendly, the programs were diverse, and it was great to experience professions that aren't available in Korea. It's a shame we couldn't try the sushi chef, chocolatier, pizza master, or soft-serve ice cream shop because reservations were full. Unlike in Korea, the bank was convenient because you could visit freely without set times. It was nice that they gave us a card and a KidZania wallet to wear around our necks when we opened an account. Most importantly, booking in advance through Klook made for easy entry. If I get the chance to visit Japan again, I'll definitely go back!

I genuinely did not expect to enjoy this tour so much! Massive kudos to Harid for all his effort in ensuring that we get to make the most out of his tour. He’s very, very smart and he shared so much information about Himeji Castle which made me feel like I was at a live show in the History Channel. Please make sure to include this on your itinerary!

Страхотна екскурзия до Химеджи и храма, която иначе нямаше да можем да направим сами. Бъдете готови за няколко дълги пътувания с автобус, тъй като тези райони не са наблизо, но си струва да се видят пейзажите на провинцията. Хапнахме наистина хубава телешка яхния Кобе на спирката в Умие в Кобе, разгледахме замъка Химеджи отвътре, а събирането на печати в храма Кацуоджи беше много забавно.

The experience was wonderful, and the schedule was well-organized. The vegetarian set meal at Jojak-in Temple was delicious, but please note that if you want to try it, you should go as early as possible; otherwise, you might not have time to eat due to long lines. If you choose to dine at this attraction, the time left for sightseeing becomes very tight, so if you want to thoroughly explore, you have to skip the meal—you can't have your cake and eat it too. However, the food is also delicious, making it an integral part of the experience, so you can weigh your options. Since it was peak maple leaf season, there were quite a few people even on a weekday. The scenery was stunning, the lighting was perfect for photography, and our driver-guide was polite, courteous, and provided thorough service and introductions. It is quite cold on the mountain, so be sure to bring a warm jacket, especially around Okoin, where the temperature difference compared to the city center is significant.

Definitely worth the visit. Isn’t interactive but a cool experience. You walk through a dark trail in the Forrest and with light effects throughout. Screens playing scenes of the show.