Vlog: Spring in Usuki: Discover Japan’s Hidden Gems – National Treasures & Castle Ruins

Usuki, a historic town in Oita, is home to breathtaking cherry blossoms, National Treasure Usuki Stone Buddhas, and ancient castle ruins. 🚴‍♀️ Join me as I explore its beauty, enjoy delicious local food, and experience unexpected adventures!

Vlog: Spring in Usuki: Discover Japan’s Hidden Gems – National Treasures & Castle Ruins

📅 Filmed on: March 27, 2022

単語 (Vocabulary)

🚶‍♀️ Travel & Transportation
  • 特急電車(とっきゅうでんしゃ / express train)
  • フェリー / 船(ふね / ferry / boat)
  • レンタサイクル(rental bicycle)
  • 電動自転車(でんどうじてんしゃ / electric bicycle)
  • 自転車(じてんしゃ / bicycle)
  • 歩く(あるく / walk)
  • 坂道(さかみち / slope / hill)
🌸 Nature & Scenery
  • 川沿い(かわぞい / riverside)
  • (うみ / ocean)
  • 景色(けしき / scenery / view)
  • 石仏(せきぶつ / stone Buddha statues)
🎉 Culture & Festivals
  • 国宝(こくほう / National Treasure)
  • 花見(はなみ / hanami / cherry blossom viewing)
  • 祭り(まつり / festival)
  • 伝統的な照明(でんとうてきなしょうめい / traditional lighting)
  • ボンボリ(ぼんぼり / bonbori / festival lanterns)
  • 観光客(かんこうきゃく / tourists)
  • スポンサー(sponsors)
  • 地元企業(じもときぎょう / local businesses)
🏕️ Experiences & Feelings
  • (たび / journey / trip / travel)
  • のんびり(relaxing / laid-back)
  • ゆったりした時間(ゆったりしたじかん / slow, peaceful time)
  • 酔う(よう / get motion sick)
  • だるい(feel sluggish)
🔧 Unexpected Situations
  • 体が揺れる感じ(からだがゆれるかんじ / feeling like still swaying)
  • 乗り物酔い(のりものよい / motion sickness)
  • 重い自転車(おもいじてんしゃ / heavy bike)
  • 予想外のトラブル(よそうがいのとらぶる / unexpected trouble)
Usuki: Japan’s Peaceful Castle Town with Ancient Buddhas #256
Looking for a peaceful getaway in Japan? Usuki, a hidden gem in Oita, offers ancient stone Buddhas, a historic castle town, and beautiful countryside. In this episode, I share my personal journey through this charming town—perfect for those seeking a quiet escape from Japan’s crowded tourist spots.

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