Another hidden gem I found without meaning to is the scenic Hassamu Riverside Park in Hokkaido’s capital city of Sapporo!
Fukuoka / Kitakyushu / Park
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Strolling along Fukuoka Kenei, Kitakyushu’s serene Central Park
Some places are simply unforgettable. Fukuoka Kenei Central Park brings the beauty of mother nature to the urban world!
Food / Restaurants
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Saizeriya – exploring Japan’s yoshoku (western) restaurants
One of the restaurants you’ll see everywhere in Japan is Saizeriya, the best place to experience Japan’s take on western food!
Cinema / Kitakyushu / Shopping
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Exploring ChaCha Town – Kokura’s entertainment village
ChaCha Town is Kokura’s entertainment shopping district; comprising clothing stores, restaurants, theaters, arcades, and a big Ferris wheel!
Food / Kitakyushu / Sushi
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Hama Sushi – the disruptor of Japan’s conveyor belt sushi industry
If Sushiro and Kura are the Federer and Nadal of the conveyor belt sushi world, then Hama Sushi is the Djokovic of the trio!
Accommodation / Asakusa / Tokyo
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Asakusa’s TOKYO-W-INN is Tokyo’s best budget-friendly hostel
Even though I only spent one night at TOKYO-W-INN, I’ve kept it in the back of my mind as my go-to hostel for saving money in Tokyo!
Food / Ginzan / Nagano / Osaka
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The 3 best types of soba noodles in Japan and where to find them
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!
Kitakyushu / Mountain
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Climbing Mt. Komonji is the best way to appreciate Kitakyushu
Mt. Komonji is located in the heart of Kitakyushu, offering its hard-working climbers an unbeatable view and picnic spot.
Kitakyushu / Travel
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Japan’s most beautiful graveyard? A trip to Adachi Cemetery
I never thought I’d recommend visiting a graveyard, but Adachi Cemetery is one of the most beautiful sites I’ve ever seen.
Castle / Kitakyushu
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A day at Kokura Castle – exploring the beauty of Kitakyushu
Built in 1608, Kokura Castle stands tall in the stunning seaside city of Kitakyushu, a spectacle that gives Osaka Castle a run for its money!
Food / Fukuoka / Kitakyushu
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Popo Niku Udon – a delicious tribute to the Dragon Ball series
Located in the heart of Kitakyushu lies a little-known noodle soup shop that honors a beloved Dragon Ball character, the great Mr. Popo!
Combini / Food / Lawson
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5 Japanese desserts you’ll find at any convenience store
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!