Kyushu

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

Shōrō Nagashi – Nagasaki’s Bon Lantern Boat Procession Tradition

Discover Nagasaki’s annual Shōrō Nagashi on August 15: a vibrant ritual sending ancestral spirits downstream on decorated boats, accompanied by firecrackers, lanterns, and ceremonial boat dismantling.

2025.09.22

Nagasaki

Hakata Hyotei – Savor Live Squid Sashimi and Salted Offal Hot Pot in a Refined Private Dining Space

A review of Hakata Hyotei, a restaurant offering fresh live squid sashimi and delicious salt-based motsu nabe in an elegant private dining setting. A perfect spot for both casual gatherings and formal occasions in Fukuoka.

2025.09.20

Fukuoka

Incredible Offal in Fukuoka Motsuyaki Shiotaya – A Must-Visit Spot in Haruyoshi

Discover “Motsuyaki Shiotaya,” a hidden gem in Fukuoka’s Haruyoshi area offering top-tier grilled offal dishes. From fresh senmai to mind-blowing nakami-yaki, this small shop delivers unforgettable flavor.

2025.09.16

Fukuoka

3 Breathtaking Viewpoints in Aso, Kumamoto – Scenic Drives Through a Volcanic Wonder

Explore three must-see scenic spots in Aso, Kumamoto—one of the world's largest calderas. From Daikanbo to unique local sights, discover panoramic views, volcanic landscapes, and hot spring culture.

2025.09.08

Kumamoto

Karono Uron: A Quirky Historic Udon Shop in Hakata That Locals and Tourists Love

Discover Karono Uron, a long-established udon restaurant in Hakata with a rich local flavor and nostalgic charm. From its soft and chewy noodles to its mysterious "no photography" rule, here's what to expect when you visit.

2025.09.04

Fukuoka

Toriden Hakata Main Branch: Premium Mizutaki Chicken Hotpot in Fukuoka

Toriden is one of the top mizutaki chicken hotpot restaurants in Fukuoka. Visit the new Hakata main branch near Nakasu and Hakataza for a rich, flavorful experience.

2025.08.31

Fukuoka

Torizen Nishinakasu Bekkan – A Hidden Gem in Fukuoka Serving Authentic Mizutaki Hot Pot

Looking for authentic mizutaki hot pot in Fukuoka? Torizen Nishinakasu Bekkan offers a cozy riverside dining experience with flavorful chicken broth and premium ingredients.

2025.08.23

Fukuoka

Higashi Onsen on Iojima Island – Ultimate Hidden Hot Spring Experience in Kagoshima

Discover Higashi Onsen, a spectacular natural hot spring on Iojima Island in Mishima Village, Kagoshima. Experience soaking in natural pools surrounded by cliffs and ocean with breathtaking sunset views - truly a hidden gem among Japan's hot springs.

2025.08.17

Kagoshima

Primrose Review – Triple Turkish Rice Near Nagasaki’s Meganebashi Bridge

Review of Primrose restaurant in Nagasaki, famous for high-quality Turkish Rice with spectacular views of Meganebashi Bridge. Experience the "adult children's meal" with perfect Western dishes on one plate near this iconic tourist spot.

2025.08.13

Nagasaki

Kintsuta Review – Hakata Taki-niku Nabe with Spectacular Meat Caldera in Stylish Fukuoka Restaurant

Experience Kintsuta's signature Hakata Taki-niku Nabe featuring a dramatic meat caldera presentation. This stylish Fukuoka restaurant in Haruyoshi offers premium wagyu and pork in rich tail soup with unique visual impact.

2025.08.11

Fukuoka