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Top 5 most authentic Japanese restaurants in Japan
Osaka / Restaurants / Sapporo / Sendai / Sushi / Travel

Top 5 most authentic Japanese restaurants in Japan

Posted on: March 17, 2024March 17, 2024

What truly makes a restaurant authentic? In this article, I review my top 5 most authentic restaurants for Japanese cuisine across Japan!

Jingisukan is Hokkaido’s Genghis Khan inspired lamb yakiniku dish
Food / Hokkaido / Restaurants / Sapporo / Yakiniku

Jingisukan is Hokkaido’s Genghis Khan inspired lamb yakiniku dish

Posted on: February 11, 2024February 11, 2024

Inspired by the great Mongolian ruler Genghis Khan, Jingisukan is a lamb yakiniku dish that was introduced to Hokkaido in the 1900s.

Sashimi in Japan – the best places for delicious raw fish in 2024
Food / Ginzan / Restaurants / Ryokan / Sapporo / Sendai / Tokyo

Sashimi in Japan – the best places for delicious raw fish in 2024

Posted on: January 2, 2024March 5, 2025

Having traveled all over Japan, I’ve had my fair share of raw fish from different prefectures. Here are my top 5 best sashimi places in 2024!

Taking photos in Japan at night (a top 5 list)
Asakusa / Fushimi Inari-Taisha / Ginzan / Kyoto / Osaka / Sapporo / Tokyo

Taking photos in Japan at night (a top 5 list)

Posted on: October 16, 2023October 20, 2023

Japan is home to some of the most aesthetic photo spots in the world! Here are 5 of the best night spots in Japan for taking photos:

Soup curry is the pride and joy of Hokkaido
Food / Hokkaido / Restaurants / Sapporo

Soup curry is the pride and joy of Hokkaido

Posted on: September 30, 2023January 19, 2025

Known for its comforting aroma and mildly spicy taste, soup curry is the signature dish of Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido.

These 5 incredible observation decks in Japan are completely free!
Hokkaido / Kitakyushu / Kyoto / Mountain / Mt. Moiwa / Philosopher's Path / Sapporo / Sendai

These 5 incredible observation decks in Japan are completely free!

Posted on: June 24, 2023June 24, 2023

Nothing beats the feeling of being on top of the world! These 5 observation points in Japan are not only stunning but 100% free to access!

Hassamu Riverside Park – the most beautiful park in Sapporo?
Cherry Blossom / Hokkaido / Park / Sakura / Sapporo

Hassamu Riverside Park – the most beautiful park in Sapporo?

Posted on: June 23, 2023June 23, 2023

Another hidden gem I found without meaning to is the scenic Hassamu Riverside Park in Hokkaido’s capital city of Sapporo!

Sapporo’s Lestel Maru is a freelancer’s dream accommodation
Accommodation / Hokkaido / Sapporo

Sapporo’s Lestel Maru is a freelancer’s dream accommodation

Posted on: May 26, 2023May 26, 2023

With unmatched cleanliness, maximum comfort, and state-of-the-art facilities, it almost feels insulting to call Lestel Maru a hostel.

Exploring New Chitose Airport – my last moments in Sapporo
Airport / Hokkaido / Sapporo

Exploring New Chitose Airport – my last moments in Sapporo

Posted on: May 25, 2023May 25, 2023

Formerly known as Sapporo Airport, New Chitose Airport is by far the most interesting and quirky airport I’ve ever been to.

A trip to Shiroi Koibito – Hokkaido’s “Chocolate Entertainment Park”
Food / Hokkaido / Sapporo

A trip to Shiroi Koibito – Hokkaido’s “Chocolate Entertainment Park”

Posted on: May 19, 2023May 19, 2023

Shiroi Koibito is a must-visit! This chocolate-themed entertainment park takes you back to the old English Victorian era.

Hiking up Mt. Moiwa, the best free observation deck in Japan!
Hokkaido / Mt. Moiwa / Sapporo

Hiking up Mt. Moiwa, the best free observation deck in Japan!

Posted on: May 18, 2023January 8, 2025

Mt. Moiwa is another one of Sapporo’s gems that simply has to be experienced. Without spending a dime, you’ll get the best views in Japan!

The 5 best cherry blossom viewing spots in Sapporo – Hokkaido
Cherry Blossom / Hokkaido / Sakura / Sapporo

The 5 best cherry blossom viewing spots in Sapporo – Hokkaido

Posted on: May 16, 2023May 16, 2023

Sapporo is often thought of as Japan’s winter wonderland, but these 5 amazing cherry blossom spots have people flocking in for Spring too!

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