According to Kagami-sensei, the keyword in 2021 was "distance," and it was a year in which many people felt mentally and physically exhausted. What kind of year will 2022 be?
Ryuji Kagami
Born in Kyoto in 1968. Psychological astrology researcher and translator. Introduced astrology with a psychological approach to Japan, solidifying her position as a leading astrology expert and becoming an indispensable presence in the fortune-telling features of general women's magazines. Her hobbies are cooking and collecting old books. Her favorite things are red wine, meat, and England.
2022 will be a borderless, new start
Kagami Sensei: "In one word, 2022 will be a two-tone year. The trends in the first and second halves will be completely different.
First, Jupiter and Neptune will overlap in Pisces in the first half of 2022. Each of the 12 zodiac signs has a ruling planet, but in fact both are the ruling planets of Pisces, so the influence of Pisces will be more pronounced in the first half of the year.
Pisces is said to be a "borderless" star. Therefore, kindness will be more likely to emerge in the world. You will be able to forgive others and accept them flexibly. You can also expect people to start moving beyond borders. Furthermore, some people may find that their artistic side blossoms.
However, there are also downsides. For example, you may be more likely to be deceived because the boundary between truth and lies will be lost. Even if you feel a little hazy, try to keep your sense of reality firmly in check."
Kagami Sensei: "Meanwhile, in the second half of 2022, specifically from May 11th, Jupiter will enter Aries, the first of the 12 zodiac signs.
Aries is the star that symbolizes "starts." It's like jumping into unknown possibilities. Therefore, even if you don't understand something or have never experienced it, the world will be energized with people saying, "Let's try it first," or "Let's start something new." It's the perfect opportunity to try something that has interested you.
What are the recommended lucky travel spots for 2022?
When we asked Kagami Sensei about recommended travel spots for 2022, he said, "In the first half of the year, it's best to go to water-related spots, and in the second half, it's best to go to sports-related places or lively places." From here, based on Kagami Sensei's fortune-telling, our editorial team will introduce a selection of lucky travel spots for 2022.
[Lucky travel spot for the first half of 2022] Fantastic aquarium
Mr. Mirror
In the first half of the year, it would be good to travel to places related to the sea, water, and fish, in honor of Pisces. In particular, it is recommended to go to a place with a slightly spiritual impression. You will be able to get closer to the people around you and stimulate your pent-up creative desire.
Shimane Prefectural Shimane Aquarium Aquas (Shimane)
Speaking of places with a spiritual impression, Shimane Prefecture is a power spot that is the setting for many myths in Japan's oldest historical book, the Kojiki. A representative water-related spot in the prefecture is Shimane Aquas, the largest aquarium in the Chugoku and Shikoku regions. The huge building with a shark-shaped exterior is located in Iwami Seaside Park, so it is also recommended as an outdoor spot where you can experience the sea and mountains, and you can experience being one with nature.
Shimane Prefectural Shimane Marine Museum "Happy Bubble Ring"®️
If you visit Shimane Aquas Marine Park, you'll want to meet the beluga whales, the symbol of Aquas. The beluga whales' new tricks, the "Miracle Ring," "Bubble Ring," and "Magic Ring," which were selected from over 2,000 applications in 2013, are said to bring happiness to those who see them.
Also, don't miss the main tank, "Mythical Sea Zone/Undersea Tunnel." This large tank symbolizes the crocodile (shark), which is deeply connected to Shimane's mythology, and you can see over a dozen species of sharks, including reef sharks and hammerhead sharks, swimming leisurely. In this spiritual space, you can receive some luck from the creatures at the aquarium.
Shimane Prefectural Shimane Aquarium Aquas
| address | ： | 1117-2 Hisayocho, Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture |
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| phone | ： | 0855-28-3900 |
| business hours | ： | Regular hours: 9:00-17:00, 7/20-8/31: 9:00-18:00 (Last entry 1 hour before closing) |
| web | ： | https://aquas.or.jp/ |
[Lucky travel spots for the second half of 2022] Places where you can try sports
Mr. Mirror
From the second half of 2022, when Jupiter moves into Aries, sports facilities, places related to competition, and lively places will be good. In other words, a trip that allows you to enjoy activities is good. Why not take advantage of the opportunity to go to a place where you can experience a new sport? You will be able to recharge your energy to jump into the unknown possibilities that Aries holds.
Lake Tazawa Ski Resort (Akita)
Lake Tazawa Ski Resort is one of Japan's leading snow resorts in Akita Prefecture. Take the Akita Airport Liner shared taxi from Akita Airport and you'll arrive in about 1 hour and 50 minutes. Here, we recommend trying a new winter sport that's neither snowboarding nor skiing, which is fitting for Aries, the sign that symbolizes new beginnings.
The facility has a course where you can try out "Snowstrider," a winter sport that combines biking and snowboarding. At first glance, the handlebars and frame look like those of a bicycle, but instead of tires, it has a board. The legs are not fixed, and it can be operated like a bicycle, so even beginners to winter sports can easily enjoy it, which is its appeal. You'll feel the exhilaration of racing across the snow with all your might.
Of course, you can also enjoy skiing and snowboarding. At Lake View Ski, you can ski while looking out at Lake Tazawa, also known as the cobalt blue lake, and you will encounter breathtaking beauty. There are also skill-improvement courses where you can enjoy unique courses such as the Roll Zone and Big Mountain. Even those who have enjoyed skiing and snowboarding before will be able to enjoy it with a fresh feeling.
Lake Tazawa Ski Resort
| address | ： | Mizusawa Onsen Village, Lake Tazawa, Senboku City, Akita Prefecture |
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| phone | ： | 0187-46-2011（代表） |
| business hours | ： | 9:00〜16:00 |
| web | ： | https://www.tazawako-ski.com/ |
[Lucky travel spot for the whole of 2022] Hot springs that combine water and vitality
Mr. Mirror
As mentioned earlier, the lucky spots for Pisces are near water, and the lucky spots for Aries are lively places. Hot springs, which combine both of these, are recommended spots throughout the year. In particular, hot springs with ocean views that give you a fantastical feeling as you enjoy a view that you normally can't experience, are spots you'll want to visit in 2022.
AMANE RESORT SEIKAI (Oita)
Among the hot springs with ocean views, one that we especially recommend is "AMANE RESORT SEIKAI" in Oita, the hot spring prefecture. Beppu Bay stretches out in front of the facility, and there is an open-air bath that makes the most of the location and offers a special experience.
There are two large public baths, one on the top floor and one on the first floor. The "Shiosai no Yu" on the first floor is so close to the ocean that it is said to be "0 meters above sea level," and is an infinity open-air bath, not an infinity pool. If you immerse yourself in the hot spring up to your shoulders, you will have the mysterious experience of floating in the ocean. As you gaze out at the endless ocean, you will feel as if you are one with it.
Additionally, Shoyo no Yu on the 8th floor is a bath exclusively for guests staying at the hotel. From the terrace you can get a 180-degree view of Beppu Bay, and on clear days you can even see all the way to Shikoku. It is a special place where you can see the night view across the sea and the moon's path on its surface at night, and the sun rising above the horizon on clear mornings. There are 14 types of rooms in total, some of which have an open-air bath. Why not enjoy a hot spring trip that will heighten your senses while taking in the romantic scenery?
AMANE RESORT SEIKAI
| address | ： | 6-24 Shonin-ga-hamacho, Beppu City, Oita Prefecture |
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| phone | ： | 0977-66-3680 |
| web | ： | https://www.seikai.co.jp/ |
Based on Kagami Sensei's Western astrology predictions for 2022, we have introduced some recommended lucky travel spots. 2022 is likely to be a year in which the walls that existed until now will become borderless and we will be taking on new challenges. Why not visit spots that are more strongly influenced by Pisces and Aries and look for luck?
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