I’ve been dreaming about visiting those hidden gems in Japan that aren’t on every tourist’s radar, and Toyoake looks absolutely perfect! Has anyone experienced those local festivals mentioned in the article? I’m planning a trip for next spring to catch the cherry blossoms (because who wouldn’t want that magical experience?), but I’m wondering if there are specific neighborhood parks that are particularly good for hanami. Also, those tiny local restaurants sound amazing – any specific food recommendations that represent the authentic Aichi-style cuisine? I’m especially interested in places where locals actually eat. And has anyone used the Meitetsu Line from Nagoya? Is it straightforward enough for someone with basically zero Japanese language skills beyond konnichiwa and arigatou? The article mentions the city has both modern shopping and traditional architecture – would love to hear about specific spots where you can really experience that blend!
Sora
I’ve been dreaming about visiting those hidden gems in Japan that aren’t on every tourist’s radar, and Toyoake looks absolutely perfect! Has anyone experienced those local festivals mentioned in the article? I’m planning a trip for next spring to catch the cherry blossoms (because who wouldn’t want that magical experience?), but I’m wondering if there are specific neighborhood parks that are particularly good for hanami. Also, those tiny local restaurants sound amazing – any specific food recommendations that represent the authentic Aichi-style cuisine? I’m especially interested in places where locals actually eat. And has anyone used the Meitetsu Line from Nagoya? Is it straightforward enough for someone with basically zero Japanese language skills beyond konnichiwa and arigatou? The article mentions the city has both modern shopping and traditional architecture – would love to hear about specific spots where you can really experience that blend!