During the era when internet was not common, Andy Warhol, a master of American pop art, has already predicted that "In future, anyone of us can become a world-famous person in just 15 minutes". Now in this modern society, his prediction has come true. Through internet, all the impossible task can be realized in a few seconds just like magic. You can become a world-famous person by only a word, a video clip or a picture over a night. We can also make use of current technology even on the traditional culture, in order to create a new definition and a new reborn of culture.
Korea's Taekwondo Dance Group "K-Tigers" who performed at the opening ceremony of the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics this year has combined Taekwondo with dance and music, fascinated the audients from all around the world. Don’t you think that is unbelievable that Taekwondo can be so entertaining and fantastic? In addition to their CD debut, K-Tigers also has YouTube channel subscription which are followed by more than 880,000 followers. They have succeeded to bring Korea taekwondo further to the next level. There might be an opportunity for you to become famous perhaps in year 2021. World Master Games 2021 which is going to be held at Kansai is opened for participation by anyone who is 30 years old or above. This Taekwondo competition will be held in Himeji city, Hyogo prefecture. Besides watching the game in Hyogo, you can travel around Hyogo prefecture as there are many tourist attractions there.
Your dream comes true at the 2-star Kinosaki Onsen introduced in Michelin Green Guide Japan!
Kinosaki Onsen is selected as the recommended two stars hot spring in Michelin Green Guide Japan. Many tourists visited here to try out the famous "Seven open air hot spring". Each hot bath water has their specialties, and these hot springs has mysterious myth in it. If you wish to pray for better fortune, become handsome man or beautiful woman, or have business prosperity and deliver your baby easily then you can visit this place to pray. When you arrive at Kinosaki Onsen Station you can either keep your luggage at the hotel information center in front of the station or send it directly to the reserved accommodation. (Fee required). Besides, you can also purchase “Yumeba” ticket which could allow you to enjoy all seven open air hot spring. With only 1,200 yen, you can enjoy all seven hot springs in a single day. However, it may be challenging if you wish to try all seven hot spring in a day. If you are the one who already tried these seven hot springs, please share here as you should be proud with it!
Access to Kinosaki Onsen:
- Take the express train "Konotori" at Osaka station for approximately 2 hours 49 minutes to Kinosaki Onsen station
- Take the express train "Hamakaze" at Himeji station for approximately 2 hours to Kinosaki Onsen station
Bicycle ride from Kinosaki Onsen Station to Genbu Cave
When you come to Kinosaki Onsen, you definitely cannot miss the "Genbu Cave" which is designated as a natural monument! This is a cave of columnar joint rock was formed naturally in 1.6 million years ago as the result of volcanic activity. In addition, this is also a spot where the magnet points of a compass are at opposite direction. You will feel the natural power unexpectedly when you are enjoying this beautiful scenery which created by the nature. You can borrow a bicycle at the hotel information center. It is only approximately 4.9 km from Kinosaki Onsen to Genbu Cave, which is approximately 20 to 30 minutes ride by one-way bicycle. If you are not confident in your physical strength, you might can also consider borrowing a bicycle with electrical motor!
Rental Bicycle Information:
- Bicycle: From 2 hours/400 yen with additional 100 yen for every additional hour, and 800 yen for whole day rental from 9:00 to 17:00
- Bicycle with electrical motor: 2 hours/500 yen with additional 200 yen for additional hour, 1,000 yen for whole day rental from 9:00 to 17:00
Birth of Japan: Awaji Island
You can travel to Awaji Island by taking highway bus from Kobe, through the longest suspension bridge in the world, "Akashi Kaikyo Bridge".
According to “Kuniumi Mythology” which recorded in Japan Kojiki (the oldest historical record of Japan) and Nihon Shokai (Japan Creation Myth), it is said that Awaji Island is the first Island created in Japan, by two pillars god which named as Izanagi no Mikoto and Izanami no Mikoto. After that, the other islands are created one after another. The Gods which worshiped at Izanagi Jingu are these two pillars god. In Shinto shrine there is also a popular spot with a cherry tree “Meoto-Kusu” where couple and married couple can pray for marital harmony and good marriage fortune, etc.
Where is the stage that makes you famous?
In Awajishima, besides the shrine there are “Naruto Whirlpools”, environmental friendly "Awaji Yume Butai" and "Honfukuji Mizumido" which were designed by "Architect Masters", Tadao Ando. These are absolutely must-visit attractions when traveling to Awaji Island. In addition, at Awaji Island you could find "Awaji Island hamburgers" which has won the first place of Burger Grand Prix, famous "Awaji beef", delicious seafood, etc. For the same spot and same gourmet, the effect will be different if is presented with different method. No matter it is related to exercise, travel, or culture. Perhaps, your effort in this 15 minutes will grow into a great success at Hyogo Prefecture!
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