Kyushu

Yutoku Inari Shrine in Saga: One of Japan’s Three Great Inari Shrines with Stunning Red Architecture

A visit to Yutoku Inari Shrine, one of Japan's three great Inari shrines located in Saga Prefecture. Featuring magnificent red architecture set against lush greenery, Japanese gardens with seasonal flowers, and pathways lined with vermillion torii gates.

2025.12.31

Saga

Hakata Daruma Main Branch in Fukuoka: Wild, Intense Tonkotsu Ramen Reborn with Original Recipe

Visit Hakata Daruma Main Branch near Tenjin, Fukuoka. This historic ramen shop underwent a dramatic transformation in 2021, returning to its original intense, pork-bone rich recipe. Ultra-thin noodles, powerful broth, and authentic wild tonkotsu flavor make this a unique Fukuoka ramen experience.

2025.12.29

Fukuoka

Maki no Udon at Hakata Bus Terminal: Fukuoka’s Famous Ever-Expanding Noodles Now at the Station

Maki no Udon, famous for its unique noodles that seemingly multiply as you eat, has opened at Hakata Bus Terminal. Experience this Fukuoka soul food known for its soft, thick noodles that absorb broth and expand, now conveniently located near Hakata Station.

2025.12.25

Fukuoka

Mount Inasa Night View in Nagasaki: One of the World’s New Top Three Night Views

Experience the stunning night view from Mount Inasa in Nagasaki, recognized as one of the World's New Top Three Night Views. Complete guide to accessing the observation deck by car, bus, or ropeway, with tips on the best timing and what to expect from this million-dollar view.

2025.12.19

Nagasaki

Yanagibashi Shokudo in Fukuoka: Fresh Seafood Bowl at Hakata’s Kitchen Market

Discover Yanagibashi Shokudo, a hidden gem dining spot inside Yanagibashi Rengou Market near Tenjin, Fukuoka. Enjoy incredibly fresh seafood bowls at bargain prices in this authentic local market atmosphere, known as "Hakata's Kitchen."

2025.12.15

Fukuoka

Fukiya – Hakata’s Unique Okonomiyaki (Japanese Savory Pancake)

Discover Fukiya, a historic okonomiyaki restaurant serving Hakata's distinctive style - thick, crispy, and boldly flavored okonomiyaki at affordable prices.

2025.12.07

Fukuoka

Yamanaka Akasaka – Luxury Motsunabe Restaurant in Fukuoka with High-End Hotel Ambiance

Experience Yamanaka Akasaka's exquisite motsunabe (offal hot pot) in an elegantly designed upscale setting. A premier destination for Fukuoka's famous hot pot cuisine.

2025.12.05

Fukuoka

Daimyo Takenoko – Kagoshima’s Premium Bamboo Shoot from Takeshima Island

Discover Daimyo Takenoko, a rare delicacy from Takeshima Island in Mishima Village, Kagoshima. Low in bitterness and edible raw, it's a miracle bamboo shoot worthy of nobles.

2025.11.29

Kagoshima

Bikkuri Tei – Fukuoka’s Most Addictive Soul Food – Garlic Grilled Meat with Spicy Miso

Experience Bikkuri Tei, Fukuoka's legendary teppan yakiniku restaurant serving garlic-infused grilled meat with addictive spicy miso sauce. Visit the original or branch locations.

2025.11.27

Fukuoka

Ogura Honten – The Birthplace of Tartar Sauce Chicken Nanban in Miyazaki

Visit Ogura Honten in Miyazaki City, the original restaurant of tartar sauce chicken nanban. Experience authentic Miyazaki cuisine at this historic local favorite.

2025.11.25

Miyazaki

Takeo City Library and the Ancient Takeo Great Camphor Tree – Modern Architecture Meets 3,000-Year History

Discover Takeo City Library, a modern library with bookstore and Starbucks, plus the nearby 3,000-year-old Takeo Great Camphor Tree. A must-visit in Saga Prefecture.

2025.11.23

Saga

Gourmet Fugetsu’s Beef Butter Yaki – A Hidden Gem in Fukuoka’s Tenjin

Discover Gourmet Fugetsu's famous Beef Butter Yaki in Fukuoka's Tenjin district. Sizzling pasta, tender beef, and aromatic sauce combine in this local favorite.

2025.11.07

Fukuoka

Mutsugoro in Kumamoto – The Best Restaurant for Horse Meat Sashimi and Local Cuisine

Experience authentic Kumamoto horse meat cuisine at Mutsugoro, a renowned restaurant near Kumamoto Castle. Enjoy premium basashi (horse sashimi), traditional local dishes, and sake in this must-visit dining destination.

2025.11.01

Kumamoto

Gallery Arita – Choose Your Cup from Hundreds: A Stylish Pottery Cafe in Saga

Recently, when I returned to my parents' home in Nagasaki, my brother and his wife, who were also visiting, wanted to go...

2025.10.26

Saga

Camper Tour of Miyazaki: Aoshima Shrine, Sun Messe Nichinan’s Moai & Udo Shrine

One-Week Kyushu Camper Adventure also reached Miyazaki. In Miyazaki, I asked the team behind the local site “Miyazaki Te...

2025.10.18

Miyazaki

Hakata Ikkōsha Main Branch: Refined Frothy Tonkotsu Ramen Near Hakata Station

From Fukuoka, the birthplace of tonkotsu ramen, many shops have gone global—Think Ippūdō, Ichiran, Hidechan. One such su...

2025.10.10

Fukuoka

Hakata Nagahama Ramen Fubi – A Hidden Gem Serving Exceptional Tonkotsu Ramen and Yakimeshi in Fukuoka

Discover Fubi, a beloved local ramen shop in Fukuoka's Sawara Ward serving rich tonkotsu ramen with perfectly balanced soy sauce tare and incredibly delicious yakimeshi. A must-visit authentic experience.

2025.10.06

Fukuoka

Miyake Udon – A Time-Capsule Udon Shop Featured in Solitary Gourmet’s Hakata Special

Experience authentic old-school Hakata udon at Miyake Udon, the atmospheric restaurant featured in Solitary Gourmet's Fukuoka special. Discover this hidden gem with thick soft noodles and timeless charm.

2025.10.04

Fukuoka

Inaba Udon – Classic Hakata Udon with Soft Noodles and Rich Dashi in Fukuoka

Discover Inaba Udon, a 64-year-old Hakata udon institution in Fukuoka famous for its pillowy noodles, flavorful dashi, and broth-soaked tempura. Experience true local comfort food.

2025.09.30

Fukuoka

Kani Goten – Luxury Takesaki Crab Ryokan with Modern Comfort in Tara, Saga

Discover Kani Goten in Tara Town, Saga: a modern ryokan offering ocean-view rooms, private baths, and sumptuous Takesaki crab kaiseki along with exquisite service and design.

2025.09.24

Saga