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Trying Cinnabon in Japan – what differences can you expect?
Food / Kitakyushu

Trying Cinnabon in Japan – what differences can you expect?

Posted on: June 24, 2023June 24, 2023

At this point, I could make a whole series about Japan’s twist on Western favorites, this time featuring the iconic Cinnabon!

Saizeriya – exploring Japan’s yoshoku (western) restaurants
Food / Restaurants

Saizeriya – exploring Japan’s yoshoku (western) restaurants

Posted on: June 22, 2023November 27, 2024

One of the restaurants you’ll see everywhere in Japan is Saizeriya, the best place to experience Japan’s take on western food!

Hama Sushi – the disruptor of Japan’s conveyor belt sushi industry
Food / Kitakyushu / Sushi

Hama Sushi – the disruptor of Japan’s conveyor belt sushi industry

Posted on: June 21, 2023January 5, 2024

If Sushiro and Kura are the Federer and Nadal of the conveyor belt sushi world, then Hama Sushi is the Djokovic of the trio!

The 3 best types of soba noodles in Japan and where to find them
Food / Ginzan / Nagano / Osaka

The 3 best types of soba noodles in Japan and where to find them

Posted on: June 20, 2023June 20, 2023

If you’ve kept up with this blog, you know how much I love soba noodles! Here’s a quick guide to a few of the best types of soba in Japan!

Popo Niku Udon – a delicious tribute to the Dragon Ball series
Food / Fukuoka / Kitakyushu

Popo Niku Udon – a delicious tribute to the Dragon Ball series

Posted on: June 16, 2023December 14, 2024

Located in the heart of Kitakyushu lies a little-known noodle soup shop that honors a beloved Dragon Ball character, the great Mr. Popo!

5 Japanese desserts you’ll find at any convenience store
Combini / Food / Lawson

5 Japanese desserts you’ll find at any convenience store

Posted on: June 16, 2023August 14, 2023

You don’t have to go to a fancy cafe to enjoy the delicious taste of Japanese desserts. Here are my top 5 choices from Lawson combinis!

Matsumoto Ryokan – the best onsen stay in Ginzan?
Accommodation / Food / Ginzan / Ryokan

Matsumoto Ryokan – the best onsen stay in Ginzan?

Posted on: June 13, 2023August 5, 2023

Surrounded by the steaming hot springs of Japan’s Yamagata prefecture, Matsumoto Ryokan offers a luxurious onsen stay at Ginzan.

5 McDonald’s dessert items you’ll find only in Japan
Food / McDonald's / Travel

5 McDonald’s dessert items you’ll find only in Japan

Posted on: June 11, 2023August 5, 2023

Japan always has something unique to offer at western-owned establishments. Here are 5 McDonald’s desserts that prove this statement true!

Combini combinations – my recommended dinner set
7-Eleven / Bento Box / Combini / Family Mart / Food / Lawson

Combini combinations – my recommended dinner set

Posted on: June 9, 2023February 23, 2024

Known for their cheap and delicious food conveniently accessible from anywhere in Japan, it’s easy to put together a tasty combini dinner!

Okonomimura – The “Okonomiyaki Village” of Hiroshima, Japan
Food / Hiroshima

Okonomimura – The “Okonomiyaki Village” of Hiroshima, Japan

Posted on: June 7, 2023August 5, 2023

Known as the “Okonomiyaki Village” of Japan, Okonomimura boasts countless restaurants serving up savory pancakes in the heart of Hiroshima!

How much cash should you bring for a trip to Japan?
Accommodation / Food / Shopping / Travel

How much cash should you bring for a trip to Japan?

Posted on: June 3, 2023October 7, 2023

In a world that’s going cashless, Japan continues to be a cash-based society. With that in mind, just how much cash should you bring to Japan?

What’s it like inside a Japanese supermarket? A review of Izumiya
Bento Box / Food / Shopping

What’s it like inside a Japanese supermarket? A review of Izumiya

Posted on: June 2, 2023November 12, 2023

Fresh fish, ready-to-eat meals, and unbeatable prices are what Japanese supermarkets are all about. Let’s take a look at Izumiya supermarket!

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