Kanagawa & Saitama Kamakura Food Stroll: Hana Meigetsu’s Mitarashi Skewer (花明月)
It seems that food-hopping is quite the trend in Kamakura these days. Everywhere you look, there are tempting snacks an...
Kanagawa & Saitama 
Tokyo Tokyo: Budget-Friendly Soba at Okutone (おくとね), Just Steps from Shimbashi Station
Craving a quick bite in Tokyo? Stop by Okutone in Shimbashi for standing soba. Don’t miss their huge maitake tempura soba—delicious, cheap, and just steps from Shimbashi Station!
Kanagawa & Saitama Kamakura: Shirasu bowl at Wasai Yakura (和彩 八倉)
After staying a night in Yokohama, I decided to take a little detour and stroll around Kamakura before heading home. I ...
CAFE A Cozy Morning at Komeda Coffee (コメダ珈琲店)
Enjoy Komeda Coffee’s (コメダ珈琲店) famous morning set with fluffy toast and a boiled egg. Spacious solo seats with Wi-Fi make it a perfect spot for work. Don’t miss their creamy milk coffee and sweet loaf bread!
OSAKA Expo 2025: Tasting Roti Canai and More at the Malaysia Pavilion
After exploring the Malaysia Pavilion, I headed down to the first floor for dinner. You’ll naturally find yourself ther...
Tokyo Tokyo: Moriya (もり家)’s Only Branch Outside Kagawa Is in Hamamatsucho
Discover Moriya (もり家), Kagawa’s famous udon restaurant, now open in Hamamatsucho, Tokyo. Enjoy handmade noodles, seasonal toppings, and signature dishes like olive pork curry udon.
TAIWAN Taipei Breakfast: Shiji Doujiang Dawang (世紀豆漿大王) Near Shuanglian
A revisit to Shiji Doujiang Dawang (世紀豆漿大王) near Shuanglian Station after 10 years. Enjoy classic Taiwanese breakfast like salty soy milk and egg crepes at this beloved local spot.
OSAKA Expo 2025: Refreshing Czech Beer and Dumplings at the Czech Pavilion
Discover the Czech Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, where you can enjoy a refreshing Pilsner Urquell poured the traditional Hladinka way and sample Czech dumplings—all just steps away from the sea.
OSAKA Expo 2025: Discovering GF RAMEN LAB – The Guilt-Free Future of Gluten-Free Ramen in Osaka
To be honest, I initially thought Osaka was too far and that I wouldn't be able to attend the Expo. But one of the reas...
OSAKA Expo 2025: Chilling Out with Spiced Coffee at the Oman Pavilion
One of the fun parts of the Expo is trying coffee from different countries’ pavilions. Quite a few countries serve coff...
OSAKA Expo 2025: Exploring the Strange and Cool Turkmenistan Pavilion
A mysterious authoritarian country joins Expo 2025?! Take a look inside the strange and fascinating Turkmenistan Pavilion—white marble palaces, traditional crafts, and an unexpected rooftop café await.
Chiba Funabashi: Free refills of mentaiko at Hakata Tempura Yamaya (博多天ぷら やまや シャポー船橋店)
Discover a mentaiko lover’s paradise at Hakata Tempura Yamaya in Shapo Funabashi. Enjoy freshly fried tempura and unlimited helpings of flavorful mentaiko and takana pickles—no reservation needed, just bring your appetite!
TAIWAN Taipei: Michelin-Listed Goose at Ah Cheng Goose – Jilin 2nd Branch (阿城鵝肉 吉林二店)
A must-visit for goose lovers in Taipei! Discover the charm of Ah Cheng Goose – Jilin 2nd Branch (阿城鵝肉 吉林二店), a Michelin-featured spot serving juicy goose meat and hearty soups in Zhongshan District. No reservations? No problem—here's how to get in.
Miyagi Sendai: Spiritual visit to Miyagiken Gokoku Shrine (宮城縣護國神社) on Mt. Aoba
Climb the scenic slopes of Mt. Aoba in Sendai to visit Miyagiken Gokoku Shrine (宮城縣護國神社), known for its deep connection to Ise Jingu, unique goshuin stamp sheets, and striking red grounds filled with protective gourds.
Tokyo Ginza: Bold Sichuan-Style Mapo Tofu Lunch at Toukagen (桃花源)
Craving spicy mapo tofu with a kick of huajiao? Visit Toukagen (桃花源) in Ginza Hakuhinkan for authentic Sichuan flavors, generous lunch sets, and the beloved taste of a long-established restaurant revived from Shimbashi.