Fukuoka Crispy Hakata-Style Gyoza at “Hakata Gion Tetsunabe” — A Must-Try Fukuoka Local Favorite
This article is based on a visit in 2012.Fukuoka is famous for its culinary delights—ramen, motsunabe hot pot, mizutaki ...
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Hokkaido Rich Miso Ramen at Menya Yukikaze — A Must-Visit Late-Night Spot in Sapporo
Stopped by Sapporo on the way to visit a friend staying in Niseko.Every time I’m in Sapporo, I make a point to visit a d...
Tokyo Rich Sea Bream Ramen at Mengyo in Tokyo – A Unique Seafood Broth Worth the Wait
When I'm traveling around Tokyo, I like to check out places that catch my eye—especially when I'm dining solo.One such p...
Kanagawa Exquisite Chicken Ramen at Toriku TRICK in Yokohama – A Refined and Flavorful Experience
When I recently visited the Kanto region, I took the opportunity to explore some great ramen spots. One of the standout ...
Niigata Shiratama no Yu Kahou: A Refined Hot Spring Ryokan Experience in Niigata’s Tsukioka Onsen
While planning a recent trip to Niigata, I was on the lookout for a nice place to stay and came across Tsukioka Onsen.Lo...
Fukuoka Menya GaGa: Fukuoka’s Best Ichiran-Style Ramen with Exceptional Gyoza in Tenjin
Ichiran is a ramen chain that originated in Fukuoka and has expanded nationwide.Originally founded as "Futaba Ramen" in ...
Okinawa Zamami Island Travel Guide: Crystal-Clear Beaches and Local Charm Just an Hour from Naha
For the past three years, I've been visiting Okinawa's remote islands annually. When I share this with others, they ofte...
Miyazaki Discover Takachiho Gorge: Japan’s Mythical Canyon of Waterfalls and Legends
After driving from Fukuoka through Kumamoto and Aso, our next stop was Takachiho, a town in Miyazaki Prefecture steeped ...
Fukuoka Experience the Original Live Squid Sashimi at Kawataro in Fukuoka’s Nakasu District
This time, I'm introducing Kawataro, the original restaurant that popularized live squid sashimi.Originally developed in...
Fukuoka Must-Try Hotpot in Fukuoka: Yamasho’s Signature Offal & Cabbage Pork Nabe
The photo at the top shows the restaurant’s signature “Yamasho Nabe”. It’s rare to find a hotpot dish that looks this be...
Nagasaki Best Champon in Nagasaki? Try the Famous Kozanro in Chinatown
People often ask me, “Where can I eat well in Nagasaki?” But since I only lived there until graduating high school, I di...
Saga Experience Yobuko’s Famous Live Squid at Ika Honke in Saga, Japan
When it comes to squid in Kyushu, Yobuko in Saga Prefecture is the place to go.While traveling around Kyushu with the JR...
Tokyo Bondy Jimbocho: Tokyo’s Legendary European-Style Curry You Can’t Miss
Tokyo is home to countless renowned curry spots. During my recent business trip to the city, I made sure to carve out so...
Akita Nyuto Onsen Guide: Exploring Akita’s Best Hidden Hot Springs in a Snowy Wonderland
On this day, I set out on a hot spring tour of Nyuto Onsen in Akita.Nyuto Onsen consists of seven different hot spring i...
Fukuoka Best Mizutaki in Fukuoka: Toriden Yakuin – A Must-Try Chicken Hot Pot Experience
One of Fukuoka's signature dishes is Mizutaki (Japanese chicken hot pot).Compared to Motsunabe (offal hot pot) or Hakata...
Aichi Furaibo Nagoya: Where Locals Go for the Best Tebasaki Chicken Wings
Since I was visiting Nagoya, I decided to try "Furaibo" (風来坊)—one of the most famous chicken wing spots alongside "Sekai...
Fukuoka Tempura no Hirao Daimyo: Fukuoka’s Best Affordable Tempura & Unlimited Squid Sashimi
Among the many restaurants considered Fukuoka’s soul food, one of the most popular is “Tempura no Hirao.”Most of its loc...
Kumamoto Amakusa Tenku no Fune: A Luxury Resort with Stunning Views and Private Open-Air Baths
An island located in the western part of Kumamoto Prefecture, Amakusa.Connected to Kyushu mainland by bridges, it can be...
Hokkaido Sanko Onsen: A Hidden Hot Spring Retreat by Lake Kussharo in Eastern Hokkaido
During my recent trip to Eastern Hokkaido, I wanted to experience a local hot spring, and that’s how I found Sanko Onsen...
Oita A Hidden Gem in Yufuin: Family-Friendly Stay and Gourmet Cuisine at Healing Inn Takasho, Yunohira Onsen
The other day, we stayed at Yunohira Onsen Healing Inn Takasho, located up a mountain road from Yufuin in Oita Prefectur...