Kyushu

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...
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...
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...
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...
Kumamoto

Premium Horse Meat Dining in Kumamoto: A Full-Course Basashi Experience at Suganoya

When it comes to local specialties in Kumamoto, horse meat dishes—especially basashi (raw horse meat)—are a must-try.Whi...
Fukuoka

Ramen Unari: Must-Try Seafood Tonkotsu Ramen in Fukuoka

In Fukuoka, the kingdom of tonkotsu (pork bone) ramen, there are countless variations of this beloved dish.From rich and...
Oita

African Safari in Oita: Up-Close Animal Encounters & Jungle Bus Adventure

During a recent trip to Oita for a relaxing hot spring visit, I stopped by African Safari.Even though I live nearby, I o...
Oita

Sofuren Hita Yakisoba Review: Must-Try Crispy Noodles in Oita, Japan

Hita City (日田), located in the inland area of Oita Prefecture near the border with Fukuoka Prefecture, is a charming tow...
Nagasaki

A Taste of Sasebo: Exploring the Iconic Burgers at Hikari Hamburger Shop

During my recent visit to Sasebo, Nagasaki Prefecture, I couldn't resist trying the city's signature dish: the Sasebo Bu...
Fukuoka

Maki no Udon: A Unique Taste of Fukuoka’s Iconic Noodles

Fukuoka is home to the "Three Major Udon Chains": Udon West, originating in central Fukuoka; Sukesan Udon, born in Kitak...
Oita

Japan’s Tallest Suspension Bridge: Kokonoe ‘Yume’ Offers Stunning Views in Oita

The other day, I took a casual trip to Yufuin. Since I wanted to do more than just soak in the hot springs, I looked for...
Fukuoka

Discover Fukuoka’s Best Crispy Chicken Skewers: A Guide to Kawaya and Other Top Yakitori Spots

Fukuoka boasts numerous delicious local specialties, but one that remains relatively unknown nationwide is yakitori (gri...
Fukuoka

Late-Night Delight in Fukuoka: Savoring Yakitori and Ramen at Nagahama Yatai Yamachan

Fukuoka is one of Japan's cities most famous for its yatai (food stalls).Yatai can be found in many parts of the city, a...
Fukuoka

Shin Shin: Fukuoka’s Must-Try Tonkotsu Ramen Spot in the Heart of Tenjin

This time, let me introduce my favorite ramen shop in Fukuoka’s bustling Tenjin district: Shin Shin.Ramen is one of thos...
Fukuoka

Discover Ichiran Ramen’s Flagship Store: A Culinary Pilgrimage to Fukuoka’s Nanokawa

Ichiran, known nationwide for its tonkotsu ramen, is now a familiar name across Japan.Although personally, I'm not too i...