Zenkashoin is a brand of authentic and hybrid Japanese-Western confectionery treats located near Kyoto’s iconic Nijo Castle.
Olive oil ice cream? Trying this local delicacy in Amanohashidate
At the docks of Miyazu Bay is a cafe that’s taking visitors of Amanohashidate by storm, offering its iconic olive oil ice cream cones!
Zetteria gives this local favorite burger shop a new glow up!
Since its acquisition by Japan’s Zensho Holdings, all Lotteria burger restaurants in Japan have been rebranded as Zetteria!
Trying Japan’s “Peanut Monaka” at Narita Domestic Airport
A most intriguing delicacy, Japan’s “Peanut Monaka” is not at all what it seems. An acquired taste perhaps, here are my thoughts…
Trying Sakuraco’s new “Taste of Kyushu” snacks & candy box!
In this special article, I’ll be sharing my honest review of Sakuraco’s tasty new snack box series “Taste of Kyushu” by ICHIGO Inc.
Osaka Expo 2025 – where culture, technology, and lifestyle unite
Here at the Osaka Expo, the world gathers to showcase the latest lifestyle, tech, and cultural trends of their home country.
Exploring the streets of Fukuoka, the northern shore of Kyushu
Fukuoka is known for its beautiful coastal scenery, yatai food stands, and ferries to Korea. Here’s what to expect with Fukuoka’s street life.
These gourmet ekiben will make your bullet train trip luxurious!
I’ve written about ekiben or “train station lunch packs” before, but had to do a piece on these luxurious gourmet ekiben from Kyoto Station!
Moon & Back Ramen Bar offers flame-torched Wagyu ramen!
In the humble backstreets of Kyoto’s Shijo street, Moon & Back Ramen Bar is serving up delicious flame-torched Wagyu beef amen!
The best protein feeds from Uber Eats Japan! (Kyoto edition)
I talked about the struggles of getting your protein fix in Japan in a previous article, but Uber Eats has made it so much easier! Uber Eats in […]
Exploring the vast menu of cafe SAGAN – Kyoto’s authentic eatery
Cafe SAGAN is more than a cute little coffee house in Kyoto, it’s a full on authentic Japanese eatery with a Western touch! Cafe SAGAN is a small […]
The 10 Yen Pan – Japan’s edible coin-shaped baked cheese bread
Japan’s take on Korea’s 10 won bread, the 10 yen pan is a big coin-shaped baked delight that has been popularized at festivals and events.
