3 Best Foods in Fukuoka
Thank you for dropping by this article! I’m going to introduce the three best signature foods in Fukuoka. As some of you may already know, Fukuoka is known for its …
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A Must-see suburb of Tokyo, Chichibu Part 2
This is the second half of ”A must-see suburb of Tokyo, Chichibu.” In my previous blog, I shared some information; how to access Chichibu and introduce some places where you …
3 hidden spots in the center of Tokyo (Slip back to Old Japanese Houses and Gardens)
When thinking of Tokyo, what picture do you have in mind ? You might imagine a big city with high buildings crammed side by side, rail tracks throughout there, city …
Todoroki Valley ― Wonderland in Setagaya, Tokyo
Unique Natural Features Tokyo is a land with many small height differences, so you would encounter a lot of slopes when you take a walk. You may find many similar …
Ohenro (お遍路) -88 Temples Pilgrimage- in Kyoto
Pilgrimage in Kyoto? As you know, Kyoto has a lot of sightseeing spots, such as Kinkakuji temple, Kiyomizudera temple, Bamboo forest in Arashiyama and Fushimi-Inari shrine. Each is absolutely stunning, …
Imperial burial mound “Kofun” in Takatsuki, Osaka
Takatsuki is a city located just at the halfway point between Osaka and Kyoto. Both JR and Hankyu express trains stop at it. There are large shopping areas around the …
Enjoy the Local Cuisines of Old Town – Koto City, Tokyo: Fukagawa Meshi and Third-Wave Coffee
Koto City Why don’t you explore an old town in Tokyo? I highly recommend Koto City. First, let’s talk a little bit about its history. Koto City is the eastern …
How to explore Forests in Okinawa
Okinawa is known for its beautiful coral sea. In Okinawa, we have three national parks, and about half of the area of the parks are ocean. Okinawa is the most …
Love Osaka Konamon~Okonomiyaki~
There are a variety of delicious foods in Osaka. Especially “konamon” which is a soul food for Osaka people. Do you know “Konamon”? “Konamon” is a dish made with wheat …
Welcome, All Vegetarians! No Need to Worry about Food in Osaka.
Being vegetarian is definitely more common in the world than one might think. Vegetarians make up less than 5% of the population in Japan and, to be perfectly honest, I …