Hyogo

It was an amaizng experience, super fun and we've learned a lot about the process of making a knife/katana, our instructor was really kind and we had an amazing time. Totally recommended to anyone who likes knives or wants to have a unique experience

there are signs everywhere from the subway line to the herb garden. the garden is pleasant and well maintained. would recommend the roundtrip ropeway tickets if you like to spend time taking photos of the flowers and landscape. the ropeway brings you up to the top of the hill and you make your way down to the first station to take the ropeway back to the ground level.

The Naruto theme park is absolutely fantastic! There are Naruto walls and so many great spots for photos. Even just taking pictures and watching the Naruto show was a blast. The admission ticket includes the Ten-no-Maki and Chi-no-Maki games. The maze in Ten-no-Maki really requires stamina and time to complete, and Chi-no-Maki was also a lot of fun. I'm so glad we persevered and finished both games; it was enjoyable and unforgettable, super fun! Plus, Ichiraku Ramen was surprisingly delicious. No wonder Naruto loves it so much! ❤️

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!

The open-air bath was wonderful! The relaxation areas within the facility were also very well-maintained, so I was able to rest comfortably on the last day of my trip. My only minor disappointment was that most of the hot spring users were local seniors, and some tourists were talking loudly, making the bath area echo. While it's natural for families to converse, it would be great if tourists like us could be a little more mindful.

I like that there are various payment methods available (such as Naver Pay). The official SM C&C World website only accepts credit card payments, but since I didn't roam, online credit card payments didn't work abroad. Compared to the high quality of the exhibitions and performances, it was nice that it wasn't as crowded and was rather peaceful. I didn't have to wait long at the food court either.

Excellent in every way. Impeccable gastronomy, attentive and warm service, and a privileged view that completes a perfect evening. A place to return to and recommend.