Madoka Hori

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Madoka Hori / Photo-writer

Entrepreneurial translator/writer living in Hyogo.
As a licensed English tour guide, she occasionally takes tourists to beautiful destinations such as Kobe, Himeji, Okayama, Kyoto, and Osaka and her clients have never got lost so far.
On Setouchi Finder, as one of the original team members, she enjoys taking photos and sharing her favorite hidden gems.

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2020.3.27 Hotel Hyogo

An inn where you can find “ordinary Kobe” / Guesthouse MAYA (Kobe-shi, Hyogo)

Guesthouse MAYA should be a good base for a Kobe trip, and you can stay there as if you are living there. Private rooms are available, and are recommended for families. Also, you can enjoy shopping at a famous shopping street nearby!

2020.3.27 Hotel Hyogo

This could be the best choice for your stay in Awajishima! How about having a family trip while staying at a hot spring resort where you can get a great ocean view? / Hotel New Awaji Group (Sumoto-shi, Hyogo)

If you are planning to stay in Awajishima, Hyogo Prefecture, let the Hotel New Awaji Group take care of you. You can make the trip you visualize a reality, ranging from casual to luxurious style.

2020.3.13 Gourmet Hyogo

The superb view is a side dish! The must-try Edomae-style sushi with red sushi rice in Awajishima / Sushi Kirin (Awaji-shi, Hyogo)

What could be better than a nice meal of sushi? The answer: having sushi while enjoying a great view of the beautiful sea and the Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge.

2020.3.6 Hotel Hyogo

Please enjoy a supreme relaxation time at an inn with only 10 detached rooms, located in the innermost part of Arima hot spring village. / Arima Sansoh Gosho Bessho (Kobe-shi, Hyogo)

An inn where you get a taste of “the time for doing nothing” - “Arima Onsen,” the oldest hot spring village in Japan. The best season to visit is in the winter, when the cold wind blows.

2020.3.2 Gourmet Hyogo

Strawberry picnic and tomato skewers? A new way to enjoy some time on the island as suggested by the farmers on Awajishima/ GREENARIUM awajishima (Awaji-shi, Hyogo)

This strawberry and tomato farmer on Awajishima suggests a new type of holiday activity. Taste as much of the red blessings of nature as you like!

2020.3.2 Art Hyogo

Presented by Tadao Ando, one of the greatest architects in Japan. A space where you can “enjoy” architecture. / Ando Gallery in Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art (Kobe-shi, Hyogo)

The “Ando Gallery” was opened at the Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art,and introduces you to the path and new works of Tadao Ando. You will be fascinated by these works even though the gallery has no entrance-fee.

2020.2.7 Art Hyogo

A guided tour, including teatime, where you can see the former “Koshien Hotel” – “Frank Lloyd Wright type” architecture by Arata Endo. / Koshien Hall at Mukogawa Women’s University (Nishinomiya-shi, Hyogo)

The former Koshien Hotel was loved by the people and compared to the Imperial Hotel before WWII. Let’s go and see its charming and beautiful architecture through thisluxurious tour.

2020.1.31 Art Hyogo

Let’s go to the hometown of Osamu Tezuka, the manga artist who changed the history of Japanese comics. / The Osamu Tezuka Manga Museum (Takarazuka-shi, Hyogo)

A museum where you can read all the comics of Osamu Tezuka, who is known as an author of “Astro Boy” and “Black Jack,” has re-opened after renovation.

2019.11.18 Hyogo

One of the three Natural Wonders of Japan: The Floating Rock Temple!!

The shintai (object of worship) is an enormous stone that is a complete mystery!

2019.3.22 Gourmet Hyogo

Walk around and eat a buta-man (steamed bun with minced pork filling), Peking duck, Kobe Beef and various foods in Kobe’s Chinatown./ Nankinmachi Shopping District (Kobe-shi, Hyogo)

Let’s walk around and eat at “Nankinmachi,” the Chinatown in Kobe! You will find your favorite foods here: Chinese food, sweets, and even Kobe Beef.

2019.3.22 Art Hyogo

This interactive museum excites people who love vehicles and mechanics./Kawasaki Good Times World (Kobe-shi, Hyogo)

Kawasaki Good Times World shows you the Kawasaki Heavy Industries Group’s history of more than 120 years by attractively showing its actual core products. You can see, touch, and enjoy at this museum!

2019.3.7 Gift Hyogo

Kobe Shopping: 3 Distinct Local Brands to Bring Home(Kobe, Hyogo)【PR】

These are three of many trendy local brands that you should consider bringing home from Kobe. Shop around and find lesser-known designers while you're in town!

2019.1.10 Art Hyogo

Why Kobe is the Indian Culture Hub in Japan (Kobe, Hyogo)【PR】

Kobe, “the most liveable city for Indians” in Japan offers a fun festival, relaxing yoga lessons, and amazing Indian food!

2018.11.14 Art Hyogo

3 Perfect Spots in Kobe, Japan for History Buffs, Architecture Enthusiasts, and Almost Anyone (Kobe, Hyogo)【PR】

Don't skip Kobe, especially if you are into architecture! Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum, Minatogawa Zuido Tunnel, and Hyogo Daibutsu Buddha are must-see attractions.

2018.9.12 Gourmet Hyogo

Gourmet Cheese and Wine in Kobe: The Ultimate Guide (Kobe, Hyogo) 【PR】

It's worth visiting Kobe just to sip great wine and savor high quality cheese.

2018.6.29 Art Hyogo

Locals Know Best: Great Instagrammable Spots to See City Views and Flowers in Kobe (Kobe, Hyogo) 【PR】

Here's our 5 favorite "viewpoints" to find beauty in the city of Kobe. Tell us your favorite spots!

2018.4.26 Art Hyogo

Knock, and the Rich World of Japanese Jazz Kissa Shall Be Opened unto You(Kobe, Hyogo)【PR】

Have you sit in a coffee shop for hours to listen to vinyl records of jazz? Visit a jazz kissa in Kobe and find out how it's like.

2017.11.29 Art Hyogo

Mount Rokko’s Million Dollar View / Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture)

Mount Rokko's Million Dollar View / Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture)

2017.11.29 Gourmet Hyogo

Indulging in Hot Springs, Delicious Seafood & Beautiful Scenery / Kinosaki Onsen (Toyooka, Hyogo Prefecture)

Indulging in Hot Springs, Delicious Seafood & Beautiful Scenery / Kinosaki Onsen (Toyooka, Hyogo Prefecture)

2016.12.18 Cruise Hyogo

A Cruise For Vehicle Lovers – From Kobe Shipyard To Kobe Airport : Cruising Cafe Fantasy (Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture)

A Cruise For Vehicle Lovers - From Kobe Shipyard To Kobe Airport : Cruising Cafe Fantasy (Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture)

2016.12.17 Cruise Hyogo

Kobe Harbor Cruise towards Akashi Kaikyo Bridge Aboard “Concerto” (Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture)

Kobe Harbor Cruise towards Akashi Kaikyo Bridge Aboard “Concerto” (Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture)

2016.11.21 Gourmet Hyogo

Kobe Sightseeing, Famous Bread & Popular Souvenirs : Isuzu Bakery (Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture)

Kobe Sightseeing, Famous Bread & Popular Souvenirs : Isuzu Bakery (Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture)

2016.11.3 Gourmet Hyogo

Tamagoyaki – Akashiyaki : Lots of Eggs & Amazing Soup! Too Good To Stop (Akashi City, Hyogo Prefecture)

Tamagoyaki - Akashiyaki : Lots of Eggs & Amazing Soup! Too Good To Stop (Akashi City, Hyogo Prefecture)

2016.10.31 Gourmet Hyogo

Takasago Nikuten: Crepe-like Okonomiyaki with Yummy Potatoes (Hyogo Prefecture)

Takasago Nikuten: Crepe-like Okonomiyaki with Yummy Potatoes (Hyogo Prefecture)

2016.5.7 Hyogo

‘Glimpse 20 Thousand Plum Trees’!Searching for Beautiful Spring Scenery Backdropped by the Sea @ Mt. Ayabe! !

'Glimpse 20 Thousand Plum Trees’!Searching for Beautiful Spring Scenery Backdropped by the Sea @ Mt. Ayabe! !

2016.4.16 Gourmet Hyogo

While Kobe Beef & Chinese Cuisine are of Course Delicious, Sobameshi is Kobe’s Prided B-Grade Gourmet!

While Kobe Beef & Chinese Cuisine are of Course Delicious, Sobameshi is Kobe's Prided B-Grade Gourmet!

2016.4.14 Gourmet Okayama

Writer Baton: Enjoying Luxurious Oysters from Setouchi, Okayama!

Writer Baton: Enjoying Luxurious Oysters from Setouchi, Okayama!

2016.2.16 Hyogo

Banshu Ako Shio Ramen: A Special Bowlful from the Town of Salt!

I don’t know if it's because of its light color, but somehow shio (salt) ramen has a dull image. However, when it's put in front of you, don't you feel somehow safe? "Ah, this is it!"

2016.1.13 Hyogo

Inspection: What’s Different about Himeji Oden? Behind the Charm of Local Oden!

Since the reopening of Himeji Castle following extensive restoration, the area around Himeji station seems always to be bustling with people. If you've come all the way here to do some sightseeing, it's fun to try the local gourmet, right?

2015.12.11 Okayama

Time slip to the Meiji Era : Rouge Colored Town & Japan’s Oldest Wooden School Building!

In a mountain valley of the Kibi plateau there is a village with red roofs.

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