#Hiroshima
#Hiroshima The city has these adorable buses running around. You won't find anything like this in Tokyo!
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#Hiroshima I stumbled upon a restaurant that seemed to be a clear parody of the mushroom cloud from a nuclear explosion. Well, Japanese people, it's your right to do that, I guess.🙃
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#Hiroshima The most famous building in the city is the ruins of the former exhibition center, now known as the "Atomic Bomb Dome." Because the atomic bomb detonated directly above the building, the shockwave hit it vertically, and its reinforced concrete…
What does #Hiroshima look like?
What does #Hiroshima look like? Well, in many ways, it looks like a typical Japanese city. I would even say it's too ordinary. It's not Tokyo, or Kyoto, and probably not even Fukuoka. The city ranks 11th in terms of population – only 1.2 million people. So,…
The next morning, I left Fukuoka and headed north to a new city in Japan for me.
The next morning, I left Fukuoka and headed north to a new city in Japan for me. My arrival was rather gloomy – rain, gray skies, and construction at the train station. Even the view from my Airbnb window was incredibly typical of a city. But never mind, I…
#Fukuoka
#Fukuoka Would you like to come in?
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#Fukuoka I also happened to witness the preparations for the summer festival, the Hakata Gion Yamakasa (https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e4808.html)! Every year, seven districts of the city build huge platforms, like the ones in the photo, to carry them along…
#Fukuoka
#Fukuoka I walked past another legendary spot – the 24-hour ramen shop Hakataya (https://maps.app.goo.gl/8WJ2WsdBtF8f8pU36). This is where I had my first ramen when I arrived in Japan. I won't lie and say it was extraordinary. But honestly, 290 yen ($1.8) –…
#Fukuoka
#Fukuoka After the bar, I decided to take a final walk around the city. I stopped by a temple, which seemed to be closed, but the security cat let me in. I was thinking that in Japan, there are probably more temples than parks, so if you feel like relaxing…
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#Fukuoka Laffite bar has an interesting story. A year ago, a bartender at another bar in Fukuoka recommended it to me and gave me a business card. That's partly why I came here. So, I was sitting and chatting with the bartender, and I mentioned where I was…
#Fukuoka
#Fukuoka If you happen to be in Fukuoka, which bar should you visit? My recommendation is Laffite (https://maps.app.goo.gl/gmYmx1jSeeSWBbiX7). You can find it by going down this kind of basement in a dark alley (don't ask me how I found it!). This place has…
#Fukuoka
#Fukuoka The nightlife in this city isn't quite like Tokyo or Osaka, but you can still find entertainment here. The main action takes place on a small "island" separated from the rest of the city center by canals. You come here for the bars, street music,…
Well, since my readers seem to enjoy Japan, I'll tell you about one of my trips to the…
Well, since my readers seem to enjoy Japan, I'll tell you about one of my trips to the Land of the Rising Sun. By chance, I crossed the border again in the city of #Fukuoka, just like I did the first time way back in 2024…
I promise, it will be interesting everywhere.
I promise, it will be interesting everywhere.
#Shanghai #Review
#Shanghai #Review Although I posted quite a bit, I only spent a week in Shanghai. That's not enough to fully understand a 25-million-person city, but it was enough for me to highlight the main pros and cons based on my experience. In short, I really liked…
#Shanghai #Suzhou
#Shanghai #Suzhou It's hard to convey the scale of the Suzhou train station through a camera lens. But I was amazed when I saw the entrance to this massive structure, which is the size of a seven-story building. Just compare the columns to the size of the…
I was walking down a street in Suzhou and I heard a chirping sound.
I was walking down a street in Suzhou and I heard a chirping sound. I decided to investigate where it was coming from... The Chinese don't spare anyone...
#Shanghai #Suzhou
#Shanghai #Suzhou As is often the case with tourist cities, as soon as night falls, everyone disperses. I decided to walk about five kilometers from the old quarter to the train station, and of course, at 10 pm, there was hardly anyone on the streets. But I…
#Shanghai #Suzhou
#Shanghai #Suzhou And to top it off, cats roam the rooftops, while inside you'll find poodles, Siberian Huskies, bulldogs, and even Maine Coons! It's like a whole zoo. By the way, usually in places like this, you can also adopt animals (at least, that's what…
#Shanghai #Suzhou
#Shanghai #Suzhou Well, the Chinese really know how to create TikTok content for tourists! Look at this dog-themed coffee shop they found in Suzhou!
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#Shanghai #Suzhou To take a break, I went into a small temple on one of the streets. Finally, a place that's not overly crowded and doesn't feel like a tourist trap! Inside, it's all very traditional: a garden with a pond, a courtyard for gatherings of…
#Shanghai #Suzhou
#Shanghai #Suzhou It's like putting a blanket over something. China is a large country, so out of a billion people, you're bound to find a dozen who are exceptionally talented in unconventional ways. However, I still believe that in most Asian countries,…
#Shanghai #Suzhou
#Shanghai #Suzhou To avoid the crowds, you can take a boat ride along the canal. It's just like Venice! And they'll even sing you songs! However, don't expect a peaceful ride – as you can hear at the end of the video, the Chinese aren't exactly known for…
#Shanghai #Suzhou
#Shanghai #Suzhou If you're in Shanghai for a week, like I was, be sure to dedicate one day to a trip to Suzhou. In reality, it's a separate city with a population of 12 million, but for Shanghai, it's like a suburb, so you don't necessarily have to stay…
#Shanghai
#Shanghai I was spot on with one of the bars in Shanghai. If you're a cocktail enthusiast, don't hesitate to visit Long Bar @ Waldorf Astoria Hotel (https://maps.app.goo.gl/BBVRrkgPSDm9dBsE9). The bar is located within the hotel, in an old building that…
#Shanghai
#Shanghai What kind of homes do Chinese people live in? After exploring different neighborhoods in Shanghai, I put together this collage. Of course, there are many more variations, and the further you get from the city center, the more standardized the…
Night in Shanghai.
Night in Shanghai.
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#Shanghai The Chinese always have interesting hygiene and safety regulations... Who wants noodles?
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#Shanghai Even the excavators in the French Concession are small! Look, someone parked right on the sidewalk! 😆
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#Shanghai I almost forgot to mention another area that you can't miss if you're visiting Shanghai. The French Concession – the territory of a former French settlement, similar to the British one (https://t.me/alexshitpost/4383), which I mentioned earlier.…
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#Shanghai Section: Sanya is looking for hotel bars, so you don't have to. On a Friday evening, I decided to visit the Fairmont Peace Hotel, located at the intersection of Nanjing Road and the Bund. The hotel was built all the way back in 1929 and is…
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#Shanghai Here are a few more videos, and some of my notes from a walk down Yuyuan Street. For dinner, I decided to indulge in some grilled skewers from the street vendors. I had to wait in line, as there were a lot of tourists around, including some from…
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#Shanghai A fantastic place for an evening stroll is Yuyuan Old Street (but be prepared for a lot of people!). The street itself is relatively new, but it's built around the historic Yu Garden, which dates back to the 16th century. All the buildings here…
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#Shanghai The only thing that somewhat made up for the wasted time was finding a nice tea house with a unique interior. (I would have actually bought that skull 💀 and put it by my front door, but I wouldn't have been able to carry it back without an extra…
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#Shanghai One of the disappointments was the M50 Art District. On paper, it's supposed to be an art space with lots of street art, galleries, and trendy cafes. In reality, it's a deserted place, only open until 6 pm (which is during the hottest part of the…
This week, we have two great news updates regarding visas in Asia!
This week, we have two great news updates regarding visas in Asia! 🇹🇼 Taiwan has introduced an electronic tourist visa for Russian citizens. It's a single-entry visa valid for up to 30 days. https://visawebapp.boca.gov.tw/BOCA_EVISA/MRV04FORM.do 🇰🇷…
#Shanghai
#Shanghai These days, it's hard to say where AI ends and reality begins. But I have no motivation to post fake information on this channel, so please believe me – Tian'an Sunshine Plaza is not fake! The "Garden of 1000 Trees" is one of Shanghai's newest…
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#Shanghai My evening walk along the Suzhou River, not far from the city center. The most notable building with a clock is the former main post office of Shanghai, which is now a postal museum.
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#Shanghai The most hilarious skyscraper on the right bank - this is such a strange ziggurat, occupied by the Ping An Insurance company.
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#Shanghai Where the Chinese fell short (not really surprising) The Lujiazui business district, located on the other side of the river, impressed me. But only in terms of its sheer scale. Yes, the skyscrapers are beautiful, with some playful architectural…
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#Shanghai Around 6 in the evening, whether it's raining or scorching hot, crowds flock to the Bund to take photos against the backdrop of the "golden city", illuminated by the lights of historic buildings. It's really beautiful! Compared to the daytime…
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#Shanghai I want two sons: one - a thief, the other - a prosecutor So that one can steal, and the other can cover it up.
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#Shanghai How can we understand that there are still 25 million people living in Shanghai? Of course, it's evident from the abundance of 30-40-story skyscrapers in every part of the city. And such housing is clearly not cheap - the location is not too far…
Central #Shanghai is changing very quickly.
Central #Shanghai is changing very quickly. If an area doesn't represent cultural heritage, it's likely to be completely demolished. But while I was walking around, I found a few more places where you can still feel the old Shanghai, with its familiar panel…
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#Shanghai you have been noticed
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#Shanghai The golden hour on the Waittan waterfront.
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#Shanghai I found that very special Louis Vuitton ship, The Louis! The brand loves to create huge exhibitions as a promotional event, and Shanghai is home to one of the two largest ones (the other is the suitcase-shaped house in NYC). The liner is truly…
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#Shanghai In the evening, I wandered into the Lujiazui district of Xintiandi. It's one of the city's most lively areas in the evening. It's considered a top shopping destination, but honestly, I'm not a big fan of it, so I can't say much about it. But what…
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#Shanghai A little further from the Bund, there's a brand-new business district. Everything is perfect - glass skyscrapers with lighting, a multi-level shopping mall with greenery, new roads with perfect markings... But where are all the people? I'm walking…
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#Shanghai Remember I showed you the prison van in Beijing (https://t.me/alexshitpost/3468)? Well, they've really upgraded it in Shanghai. Another example of a city with too much money 😆 I don't even know how to describe this... a luxury mobile…