Open 24 hours a day 7 days a week (including public holidays), Nakau is Japan’s largest chain of mouth-watering chicken and egg rice bowls.
Sukiya provides 24/7 access to delicious gyudon (beef bowl) sets
“Gyudon” (beef rice bowls) are the fast food of Japanese cuisine, but much healthier! Sukiya is the largest gyudon chain open 24 hours a day!
Wandering around Nijo Castle at night – a great way to unwind
Nijo Castle is one of Kyoto’s many displays of authentic Japanese architecture enriched with culture. Here’s what it looks like at night!
Byodoin Omotesando – Kyoto’s very own matcha green tea street!
Around the corner from Uji station by the famous Uji River across the Uji Bridge (I said Uji too much) is Kyoto’s dedicated green tea street!
McDonald’s Tsukimi menu honors Japan’s autumn moon festival
In light of Japan’s annual autumn moon festival in September and October, McDonald’s has released the Tsukimi menu with lots of unique feeds!
Top 5 cola drinks you can only get in Japan
We all love a good can of cola every now and then, and while you can still get Coca-Cola and Pepsi in Japan, there’s so much more to explore!
Mister Donut offers unique Japanese-inspired treats for indulgence
Dunkin’ Donuts and Krispy Kreme “donut” compare to Japan’s Mister Donut when it comes to authentic doughnuts that keep things exciting!
5 yaki-imo (baked sweet potato) treats for autumn in Japan
Autumn in Japan is yaki-imo season, that is, the delicious time of year when baked sweet potato goods are in high-flying abundance!
Cycling along the Uji River is a breathtaking way to see Kyoto!
The Uji River is a massive body of water that stretches from Kyoto all the way through to Osaka, offering breathtaking scenery along the way!
Shinagawa Guesthouse – best accommodation near Odaiba
Not only is Shinagawa Guesthouse a fantastic budget hostel for travelers, but also the best way to see Odaiba’s high-tech entertainment hub!
Top 5 onigiri (rice balls) from Japan’s convenience stores
Onigiri or “rice balls” are the cornerstone of Japan’s on-the-go foods. In stock at all convenience stores, here are my top 5 onigiri choices!
Working in Japan – a day as a part-time hotel cleaner in Kyoto
Working in Japan at Kyoto’s HOTEL LiVEMAX has its ups and downs, but one thing’s for sure, it’s a great way to earn a little extra yen!