Hokkaido [Hakodate Airport] Soft serve at Onjiki Niwamoto (おんじき庭本)
Speaking of sweets in Hakodate, soft serve produced by Yamakawa farm in Onuma area is so popular. Soft serve made of fr...
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Hokkaido Hakodate: Beautiful Views from Goryokaku Tower (五稜郭タワー)
Visit Goryokaku Tower in Hakodate for stunning panoramic views across the famous Goryokaku Park. Explore its unique pentagon-shaped architecture, enjoy the four seasons, and learn about the history of Japan's first Western-style castle.
Hokkaido Hakodate: Comfortable and Affordable Stay at Comfort Hotel Hakodate (コンフォートホテル函館)
Experience a convenient stay at Comfort Hotel Hakodate (コンフォートホテル函館), just a 3-minute walk from JR Hakodate Station. Perfect for first-time visitors, with easy access to the Morning Market and cozy, well-equipped rooms starting at only 3,600 yen per night!
Hokkaido Hakodate: Reasonable Jingisukan Lunch at Genghis Khan Meimei-tei (ジンギスカン羊羊亭)
Savor tender lamb barbecue at Genghis Khan Meimei-tei (ジンギスカン羊羊亭) near Hakodate's Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse. Enjoy fresh ingredients, free veggie refills, and a cozy dining experience. A must-try in Hokkaido!
Hokkaido Hakodate: Affordable Seafood Bowls at Chamu (茶夢) in Donburi Yokocho Market
Discover Chamu (茶夢) at Hakodate Morning Market, a cozy eatery serving fresh sashimi bowls starting at ¥1,000. Enjoy ika-somen, local delicacies, and a welcoming atmosphere near JR Hakodate Station.
Hokkaido Hakodate: Fresh Seafood at Kaisendokoro Hakodateyama (海鮮処 函館山)
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Hokkaido Sapporo: Fresh Seafood Bowls at Kitano Gurume (北のグルメ亭) in Sapporo Market
Discover delicious seafood at Sapporo City Wholesale Market! Visit Kitano Gurume (北のグルメ亭) for fresh tarabagani and salmon roe bowls. A must-visit spot for seafood lovers!
Hokkaido Sapporo: Genki no deru Miso Ramen at Ichiryuan (一粒庵)
Discover Ichiryuan (一粒庵) in Sapporo for a delicious bowl of Genki-no-deru miso ramen. Featuring Hokkaido ingredients and a cozy atmosphere, perfect for lunch or dinner. Reservations available.
Hokkaido Hakodate: Hakodate-Style Ramen at Jiyouken (ラーメン滋養軒)
Discover Hakodate's iconic Jiyouken (ラーメン滋養軒) for a delicious and affordable Hakodate-style sio ramen. With homemade noodles and tasty gyoza, it's a must-visit spot for ramen lovers.
KYOTO Kyoto: Sweet Delights at Malebranche’s Cha no Ka (茶の菓)
Discover Cha no Ka (茶の菓), the delightful white chocolate and green tea cookies by Malebranche Kyoto Kitayama (マールブランシュ京都北山). Learn where to find this exclusive treat in Kyoto!
OSAKA Osaka: Enchanting Cherry Blossom Spectacle at Osaka Castle Park (大阪城公園)
Experience the breathtaking beauty of cherry blossoms at Osaka Castle Park (大阪城公園) on March 31. Marvel at the castle tower framed by vibrant blooms, enjoy a leisurely stroll among 3000 cherry trees, and easily access the park via nearby stations.
KYOTO Kyoto: Iconic Coffee Break at %ARABICA Kyoto Fujii Daimaru
Experience % ARABICA Kyoto at Fujii Daimaru in the Kawaramachi area. Enjoy their smooth coffee, Instagram-worthy ambiance, and convenient location during your sightseeing adventures in Kyoto.
KYOTO [Kyoto] Salon de the FRANCOIS (フランソワ喫茶室) in Kawaramachi
I found my longing cafe named Salon de thé Françoisby chance on my way back to the station. Salon de thé François (フランソ...
OSAKA [Osaka] Taro balls at Taiwan Ten Cafe (台湾甜商店) in Umeda
I visited Taiwan Ten Cafe (台湾甜商店) that was open in Hankyu Umeda Sanbangai bldg in September, 2017. They are Taiwanese s...
KYOTO [Kyoto] Inoda Coffee Honten (イノダコーヒ本店) in Karasuma
I posted about Maeda Coffee before. I visited Inoda Coffee Honten (イノダコーヒ本店) the next day for breakfast. Breakfast time...