By the way, what does YGS stand for? Turns out it’s “YOKOHAMA GODO CHOSHA” ← “…
＞#9 Sendai ＞The noodles and soup feel “baptized” ← Religion? Shouldn’t it be “refined”?
This comeback after closing was a well-thought-out strategy… impressive
Ebina Service Area
The Ebina Service Area is a well-known rest stop located along the Tōmei Expressway in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. Opened in 1968, it is one of the oldest service areas in the country and serves as a key rest point for travelers between Tokyo and Nagoya. The facility offers a variety of dining options, souvenir shops, and scenic views of Mount Fuji on clear days.
Minato Mirai
Minato Mirai is a modern waterfront district in Yokohama, Japan, known for its futuristic skyline, shopping, and entertainment venues. Developed in the 1980s on former shipyard land, its name means “Harbor of the Future,” and it features landmarks like the Landmark Tower, Cosmo Clock 21 Ferris wheel, and the interactive Mitsubishi Minatomirai Industrial Museum. The area symbolizes Yokohama’s transformation into a vibrant urban center while preserving its historical port heritage.
YOKOHAMA GODO CHOSHA
Yokohama Godo Chosha refers to the Yokohama Joint Government Office Building, a modern administrative facility in Yokohama, Japan, housing various government offices. While not a historical site itself, it serves as a hub for regional governance and public services. The building reflects Yokohama’s role as a key port city and its development as a center of commerce and administration in the Greater Tokyo Area.
Sendai
Sendai is the largest city in Japan’s Tohoku region, founded in 1600 by the feudal lord Date Masamune. Known as the “City of Trees,” it blends modernity with history, featuring landmarks like the ruins of Sendai Castle and the Zuihoden Mausoleum. The city is also famous for its lively Tanabata Festival and as a gateway to scenic natural attractions like Matsushima Bay.
