AICHI (Nagoya etc) [Nagoya] Breakfast at Konparu (コンパル) in Meichika
We had breakfast at Konparu (コンパル) on the underground of JR Nagoya station. Konparu is so popular breakfast spot in Nag...
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AICHI (Nagoya etc) 
GIFU (Shirakawago, Takayama) Hida Takayama : Hida beef steak and yakiniku at Hidagyu Maruaki (丸明 飛騨高山店)
Savor the best of Hida beef at Hidagyu Maruaki (丸明 飛騨高山店) in Takayama. Enjoy affordable lunch sets featuring tender beef steak and grilled Hida beef, with a cozy atmosphere and great location near the bus terminal.
GIFU (Shirakawago, Takayama) Hida Takayama: Authentic Ramen Experience at Tsuzumi Soba (つづみそば)
Enjoy a delicious bowl of Takayama ramen at Tsuzumi Soba (つづみそば), a cozy, long-established ramen shop near JR Hida Takayama station. With its simple soy sauce-based soup and hearty flavors, this local favorite offers a taste of traditional Takayama cuisine.
GIFU (Shirakawago, Takayama) Hida Takayama: Snowy Scenes and Sacred Beauty at Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine (櫻山八幡宮)
Discover the tranquil beauty of Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine (櫻山八幡宮) in Takayama, Japan, covered in a blanket of snow. Explore the shrine, its sacred gate, and experience the serenity of a snowy winter day at one of Takayama's most revered spots.
GIFU (Shirakawago, Takayama) Hida Takayama: Explore the Historic Takayama Jinya (高山陣屋) – A Glimpse into Samurai Era Administration
Visit Takayama Jinya (高山陣屋) in Takayama to explore Japan’s only remaining jinya. Discover historical exhibits, administrative rooms, and a snow-covered farmer’s market. Perfect for history lovers!
GIFU (Shirakawago, Takayama) [Hida Takayama] Komo Dofu and Hoba miso at Kajibashi Shokudo (かじ橋食堂)
On second day's morning of our trip to Takayama, we got up early and got out of our hotel for breakfast. It was still d...
GIFU (Shirakawago, Takayama) [Hida Takayama] Hida beef burger at Center 4 hamburgers (センター4ハンバーガーズ)
I heard Hida Takayama have the 2nd most populated hamburger shop in Japan. We visited there at dinner time. The restaur...
ISHIKAWA (Kanazawa etc) Kanazawa : Cozy café vibes at Higashide Coffee (東出珈琲店)
Escape the cold at Higashide Coffee (東出珈琲店) near Omicho Market. Enjoy their famous smooth pudding, café au lait, and cozy ambiance. A perfect spot to unwind in Kanazawa!
ISHIKAWA (Kanazawa etc) Kanazawa: Mori Mori Sushi Omicho (もりもり寿し近江町店) – Affordable Sushi with Local Delights
Discover Mori Mori Sushi Omicho (もりもり寿し近江町店) in Kanazawa's bustling Omicho Market. Enjoy affordable, fresh sushi like chu-toro, sweet Amaebi shrimp, and unique local specialties in this must-visit sushi-go-round restaurant.
ISHIKAWA (Kanazawa etc) Kanazawa: Exquisite Sushi Experience at Michellin-starred Otomesushi (乙女寿司)
Indulge in a delightful sushi course at a top Kanazawa sushi restaurant. From sweet amaebi to rich toro and delicate nodoguro, this sushi meal is a true culinary adventure.
ISHIKAWA (Kanazawa etc) [Kanazawa] Kifune (貴船) in Kazue Chaya district
Kazue Chaya district is located within 10 minutes walk from Higashi Chaya district. Contrary to Higashi Chaya, Kazue Ch...
ISHIKAWA (Kanazawa etc) [Kanazawa] Sabo Soshin (茶房 素心) in Higashi Chaya district
Though it was cold rainy day, Higashi Chaya District had good atmosphere. There were few people there because of the we...
ISHIKAWA (Kanazawa etc) Closed – [Kanazawa] Hotel Econo Kanazawa Katamachi (ホテルエコノ金沢片町)
We stayed near Korinbo in Kanazawa. We had trouble in reserving our room in Kanazawa because recently Kanazawa have lot...
ISHIKAWA (Kanazawa etc) [Kanazawa] Local treats at Ozeki (大衆割烹 大関)
Speaking of Kanazawa local treats, Kanazawa oden and crab occur to me at first. We wanted to eat both, so we had dinner...
ISHIKAWA (Kanazawa etc) [Kanazawa] Kenrokuen (兼六園) in Winter
After we left our baggage to our hotel, we went to Kenrokuen (兼六園) ! Kenrokuen is included in Three Great Gardens of Ja...