First impression of flying to Nagoya with Japan Airlines

Part Two Review Rest and Relaxation: The Importance of Sleep - Hotel Reviews of 3 Hotels in 2 Locations @Nagoya & Takayama

Episode 3 Review Making Eating Easy: Anyone Can Follow and Eat in Takayama & Nagoya

Episode 4 Review And We Meet Again @ Takayama

Review of Episode 5 Tiny Dots Called Snow @ Shirakawa-go

Review of Episode 6 Sunny, I'm here! @ Laguna Ten Bosch

Episode 7 Review Spend money at Mitsui Outlet Park Nagoya

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From Nagoya to Nabana no Sato: A Journey Through Winter Illumination

This review picks up where the previous one left off, following our visit to Mitsui Outlet Park Nagoya. For detailed instructions on getting to the outlet park, please refer to the previous review: Taking Your Money to Melt Away at Mitsui Outlet Park Nagoya.

Leaving Mitsui Outlet Park around 5:30 PM, we were determined to experience the Winter Illumination light display at Nabana no Sato. However, navigating the bus stop proved challenging. With only Japanese signage and no clue about the fare, we felt lost. Thankfully, a friendly bus station attendant approached us, inquiring about our destination. Upon hearing "Nabana no Sato," he enthusiastically pointed us towards the ticket machine.

Despite the machine's Japanese interface, a simple smile and pleading eyes were enough to convey our need for assistance. The attendant readily stepped in, purchasing our tickets for a discounted price of 450 JPY. With tickets in hand, we headed to bus stop number 1, double-checking that the bus was headed to Nabana no Sato before boarding.

Remember, some buses travel directly to Nagoya, so ensure your chosen bus stops at Nabana no Sato first.

Upon reaching the bus stop, we walked directly into the garden for approximately 200 meters. The entrance fee was 2300 JPY, but we received a voucher worth 1000 JPY that could be used for food and drinks within the garden. The visual spectacle was far more impressive than the cost of admission, making it an exceptional value.

Following their designated path, we arrived at the entrance of the plum orchard. The observation tower loomed ahead, resembling a futuristic spaceship.

The lights are beautifully arranged in each spot.

Walking through the plum orchard (I call it the plum orchard), look at the pitch-black sky... with the lighting and the pink plums.

After leaving the plum garden, we continued walking to see the highlight of the event, the light tunnel. However, we haven't reached it yet. Each of the lights that we saw along the way was beautiful in its own way.

It appears to be a restaurant, though I did not enter to confirm. It boasts a variety of colors.

Dazzlingly beautiful yellow.

This is a set of dipping sauces. The lights of different colors run above the water, accompanied by music. It's truly mesmerizing.

Here is the spacecraft.

The highlight of the event is truly magnificent and spectacular. It's worth every penny, even if it sounds like I'm exaggerating.

One more picture please.

The image above may seem like the pinnacle of beauty, but it's nothing compared to the next set of images. Millions of lights come together to create moving, imaginative paintings. It's truly breathtaking.

"Has it peaked yet?" "No, it's not over yet." I walked back, which was the only way to go, and I came across another tunnel of lights. This time, they were arranged in a way that resembled the changing colors of autumn leaves as they fall. Wow, I don't know what to say. I'm so happy!"

Upon returning to Nagoya, I found myself in a predicament. Having made no prior arrangements for the return trip, I naively assumed the presence of ticket machines or售票员. However, upon arriving at the bus stop, I was met with an eerie silence. The only other passengers were two young Chinese men standing in line. Approaching them, I inquired about purchasing tickets to Nagoya. They informed me that they had already purchased theirs on the way there, leaving me with a growing sense of unease. Nevertheless, they kindly offered to ask the driver. As luck would have it, a Thai person joined the queue behind me, mentioning to their friend that they too had not purchased a ticket. With a newfound sense of camaraderie, we boarded the bus without having the chance to inquire about tickets. The driver simply gestured for us to take a seat, indicating that payment would be collected upon arrival. And so, I managed to navigate the return journey without incident, marking another successful day of travel.

The next episode will likely be the final one, focusing solely on the city of Nagoya. Stay tuned!