NAGANO (Suzaka etc) [Matsumoto] Seasonal sweets at Kaiundo Shofuan (開運堂 松風庵)
I wanted to have sweet things in the warm room after I visited former Kaichi School, so I visited Kaiundo Shofuan (開運堂 ...
NAGANO (Suzaka etc) 
NAGANO (Suzaka etc) Matsumoto: Sanzokuyaki Feast at Matsumoto Karaage Center (松本からあげセンター)
Discover Sanzokuyaki, a local specialty of Nagano, at Matsumoto Karaage Center (松本からあげセンター). Located near JR Matsumoto Station, enjoy hearty fried chicken with beer, sake, or to-go options. Perfect for karaage lovers!
Tokyo [Tsukiji] Weekdays’ lunch at Steakhouse Chime (ステーキハウス チャイム)
I felt like eating steak at lunchtime, and Steakhouse Chime (ステーキハウス チャイム) occurred me. They are located in 13-storied ...
KAGAWA (Takamatsu etc) Takamatsu: Best Kamatama Udon at Udon Baka Ichidai (手打ち十段 うどんばか一代)
Discover the best kamatama udon in Takamatsu at Udon Baka Ichidai. Enjoy delicious udon dishes like Kama Butter Udon and Hiyakake Udon in a lively, welcoming atmosphere.
Tokyo [Tokyo] Dashi tsukesoba at Hachi to Cho (麦処 八と丁) in Ichinoe
I visited Hachi to Cho (麦処 八と丁) that is a ramen shop located in Ichinoe area of Tokyo with my friend. We got to there a...
FUKUOKA Hakata: Tempura Hirao Main Store (天麩羅処ひらお本店) – Affordable Tempura & Free Shiokara in Fukuoka
Discover Tempura Hirao Main Store in Fukuoka! Known for its crispy and affordable tempura sets and free shiokara (fermented squid) as an appetizer. A must-visit spot for tempura lovers!
Miyagi [Sendai] Blue hydrangeas at Zuihoden (瑞鳳殿)
Speaking of sightseeing in Sendai, Sendai castle and Zuihoden occur me at first. Especially Zuihoden (瑞鳳殿) will be the ...
Hokkaido (Closed) Hakodate: Delicious Squid Ramen at Kamome (函館らーめん かもめ)
Discover Kamome, a popular ramen shop in Hakodate known for its tasty squid ramen. Despite the shop's upcoming closure, enjoy a simple yet satisfying bowl of ramen made with fresh squid and flavorful soy sauce broth.
Miyagi [Sendai] Zunda mochi at Murakamiya Mochiten (村上屋餅店)
Murakamiya Mochiten (村上屋餅店) was born in 1877. They are long-established mochi shop in Sendai. They are so popular as zu...
Kanagawa & Saitama [Omiya] Niboshimaru (煮干し中華そば専門 煮干丸)
I love niboshi ramen, so I always search for niboshi ramen on the internet before trip to somewhere. I visited Omiya, s...
Tokyo [Stopped lunch] Ginza: Authentic Yakitori and Lunch Delights at Torishige (銀座 鳥繁)
Discover the charm of Torishige (銀座 鳥繁), a historic yakitori restaurant in Ginza. Enjoy flavorful yakitori sets, onsen egg and minced meat rice bowls (soboro-don), dry curry, and more in a relaxed atmosphere. Perfect for lunch or dinner.
OSAKA Osaka: Fresh and Delicious Sashimi Bowls at Uoichi Shokudo (魚市食堂)
Explore Uoichi Shokudo near Osaka's Kizu Market for fresh, delicious sashimi bowls. Famous for generous portions and daily specials, it's a must-visit spot for seafood lovers!
OSAKA Osaka: Savory Takoyaki and Highballs at Acchichi Honpo (あっちち本舗) near Tsutenkaku
Enjoy delicious, soft takoyaki with fresh octopus and a variety of flavors at Acchichi Honpo Tsutenkaku. Pair your meal with a highball in this spacious Osaka spot!
Tokyo Tokyo: Discovering Inaniwa Udon at Nanakura Nanakura (稲庭うどん 天茶屋 七蔵) in Shimbashi
Discover Nanakura (稲庭うどん 七蔵), a hidden gem in Shimbashi for silky Inaniwa udon and fresh sashimi bowls. Perfect for a quick yet satisfying weekday lunch!
AICHI (Nagoya etc) Nagoya Station: Piyorin Morning Plate at Piyorin STATION Cafe gentiane (ぴよりんカフェ)
Discover the famous Piyorin Morning Plate at Piyorin STATION Cafe gentiane in Nagoya. Enjoy a unique breakfast featuring the soft and delicious chick-shaped pudding cake, Piyorin, along with other breakfast items.