Okinawa

Tokyu Stay Okinawa Naha – Excellent Business Hotel Near Station and Kokusai Street

Review of Tokyu Stay Okinawa Naha, a new business hotel with resort-style interiors, excellent access to Naha Airport, and convenient location near Don Quijote and Kokusai Street. Great value accommodation in central Naha.
Fukuoka

Grill Fresh Oysters at Itoshima’s Famous Kakigoya Toyohisamaru in Fukuoka

When it comes to oysters, most people think of places like Miyagi or Hiroshima.I’ve tried oysters from both, and they ar...
Hokkaido

Toriton: Hokkaido’s Top Conveyor Belt Sushi You Must Try

In Hokkaido, conveyor belt sushi is on another level—delicious and cheap in a way you’d never expect elsewhere.Among pop...
Saga

Ichigen: Discover Rich, Gentle Tonkotsu Ramen in Saga

One afternoon, I had some errands in Saga, so I thought—why not also look for something delicious? That’s when I remembe...
Saga

Arita Porcelain Park: A Stunning European-Style Palace in Saga, Japan

While planning my trip to Saga, I stumbled upon an intriguing spot—Arita Porcelain Park.This facility was created with s...
Tokyo

Menya Sho: Savor Tokyo’s Clear Chicken Broth Ramen in Nishi-Shinjuku

Every time I come to Tokyo, I make it a point to visit not only the most talked-about ramen shops but also those recomme...
Fukuoka

Daichi no Udon: Fukuoka’s Beloved Udon with Giant Goboten Tempura

I’ve written about this several times on this blog already, but Fukuoka isn’t just famous for ramen, motsunabe, and mizu...
Fukuoka

Enjoy Fukuoka’s Spicy Cod Roe and Fluffy Rice at Shoboan in Hakata Station

Did you know there’s a place right inside Hakata Station where you can enjoy one of Fukuoka’s specialties—spicy cod roe ...
Saga

Enjoy Saga Beef and Ureshino Hot Springs at Koyokaku — A Cozy Stay for Families

We recently took advantage of the nationwide travel discount and stayed at the long-established inn Koyokaku, Saga Beef ...
Hyogo

Try Sayo’s Famous Hormone Yaki Udon & Relax at a Countryside Cafe

I heard a friend was working in Sayo Town, Hyogo, so I decided to visit.At first, I casually thought I’d drop by since I...
Nagasaki

Try Champon at Horaiken Bekkan, a Gorgeous Chinese Restaurant Near Nagasaki Peace Park

Every time I visit home Nagasaki, I look for great Nagasaki specialties. On a recent trip, I checked out Horaiken Bekkan...
Fukuoka

Enjoy Solo Lunch Hot Pot (Motsunabe) at Rakutenti in Fukuoka — A Must for Foodies!

Fukuoka City is packed with incredible local delicacies.Motsunabe (offal hot pot) is one of those famous Fukuoka special...
Fukui

A Must-Try Seasonal Crab Bowl at Raden, Just Steps from Fukui Station

Recently, we used the “JR West Unlimited Pass,” which gives you unlimited rides on JR West lines for three days, and did...
Fukuoka

Delicious Grilled Eel at Inakaan, a Long-Established Unagi Restaurant Near Kokura Station

The other day, I had a reason to be around Kokura Station in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka. Since I was there, I decided to look f...
Fukuoka

Ganso Hakata Mentaiju: A Must-Visit Mentaiko Specialty Restaurant in Fukuoka

One of Fukuoka's most renowned specialties is karashi mentaiko (spicy cod roe).While many tourists purchase it as a souv...
Fukui

How to Get to Tojinbo: Explore Japan’s Famous Cliffs and Scenic Coastal Views from Fukui

One of the most iconic sightseeing spots in Fukui Prefecture is Tojinbo, a location often featured in two-hour suspense ...
Nagasaki

Tsuruchan Café in Nagasaki: Visiting Kyushu’s Oldest Coffee Shop for Turkish Rice and Milkshake

I was born and raised in Nagasaki, and lived there until high school.Even now, I go back to Nagasaki during New Year’s a...
Osaka

Jiyuken’s Famous Curry in Osaka: Retro Comfort Food with a Raw Egg Twist

During a recent trip to Osaka, I wanted to try something local—and I remembered the "famous curry" from Jiyuken, introdu...
Fukuoka

Sukesan Udon: A Must-Try Udon Chain in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka

In Fukuoka City where I live, the go-to udon chain is "West", but in Kitakyushu, the most famous name is Sukesan Udon.Am...
Saga

Takeya in Karatsu, Saga: Discover the Best Grilled Eel Bowl in a Historic Taisho-Era Building

Karatsu City is located in the northwestern part of Saga Prefecture. It is the second largest city in the prefecture, kn...