Tokyo Closed – [Tsukiji Market] Edogawa Shokudo (江戸川食堂)
There are still some shops that I hadn't visited in Tsukiji Market.You think I already visited all shops in Tsukiji Mar...
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OSAKA Osaka: Retro Coffee and Desserts at Marufuku Coffee Sennichimae Honten (丸福珈琲店 千日前本店) in Namba
Step back into Showa-era Japan at Marufuku Coffee Sennichimae Honten (丸福珈琲店 千日前本店) in Osaka. Enjoy their signature strong coffee, café au lait float, and coffee roll cake in a charming, historical atmosphere.
Tokyo Closed – [Tsukiji] Shrimp ramen at Ebikin (えび金)
When I visited Ebikin (えび金) just after their opening, I was disappointed that their soup didn't have the flavor of shri...
Tokyo Tokyo: Farewell to Raw Pork Delicacies at Kompei (もつ焼 こん平) in Kameido
Discover Kompei (もつ焼 こん平), a long-established izakaya near Kameido, known for its assorted giblet sashimi and hearty nikomi. A last chance to savor raw pork before Japan's ban.
Tokyo [Tokyo] Farewell raw pork meat at Yakiton Hyottoko (やきとん ひょっとこ) in Ningyocho
Serving raw pork meats is prohibited from this June 12nd by law in Japan. Already raw beef meats is forbidden. Strictly...
Tokyo [Tsukiji] Squid, tuna and sea urchin at Hajime Sengyo-ten (はじめ鮮魚店)
I headed to Hajime Sengyoten (はじめ鮮魚店) in Tsukiji expecting that day's sashimi bowl.
That day's lunch was* Wild P...
OSAKA (Closed) Osaka: Morning Coffee at Honolulu Coffee (ホノルルコーヒー道頓堀店) Along Dotonbori
Enjoy a peaceful morning walk along Dotonbori before stopping by Honolulu Coffee (ホノルルコーヒー道頓堀店) for a macadamia-flavored coffee and malasada. Discover a slice of Hawaii in the heart of Osaka's bustling district.
OSAKA [Osaka] Sakanaya Hidezo (ひでぞう難波店) in Namba
If you want to eat fresh seafood with alcoholic drinks in Namba area, let me recommend you Hidezo (ひでぞう) ! Hidezo is a ...
OSAKA Osaka: Takoyaki Yamachan Honten (たこ焼き やまちゃん 本店) Near Abeno Harukas
Discover one of Osaka's most popular takoyaki spots near Abeno Harukas. Takoyaki Yamachan Honten (たこ焼き やまちゃん 本店) offers delicious, soft takoyaki at just ¥350 for 8 pieces—a must-try for takoyaki lovers!
OSAKA Osaka: Shitennoji Temple (四天王寺) and Its Historic Charm
Explore Shitennoji Temple (四天王寺), one of Japan’s oldest temples founded by Prince Shotoku in 593. Highlights include the five-storied pagoda, Nio-mon Gate, and the legendary Yoshitsune Yoroi-kake Matsu. Don’t miss the Goshuin and the serene Chozuya!
Tokyo Moved – [Tsukiji Market] C set at Tonkatsu Yachiyo (とんかつ八千代)
I had breakfast at Tonkatsu Yachiyo (とんかつ八千代) in Tsukiji after a long long absence. I had really wanted to go there, bu...
Tokyo [Tsukiji] Sashimi bowl at Hashiba (はしば)
I'm a explorer of Tsukiji. I found there's a new restaurant at the back of the street. Their name is Hashiba (はしば). It...
Tokyo [Ningyocho] Okonomiyaki at Matsunami (松浪) with long history
Ningyocyo still have many long-established restaurants. Matsunami (松浪) is one of the restaurant. They are okonomiyaki a...
Tokyo [Tokyo] A variety of meat at Gracia (食堂酒場 グラシア) in Asakusabashi
I know there's a popular restaurant named Gracia (食堂酒場 グラシア) in Asakusabashi that is posted by my acquaintance on Faceb...
Tokyo [Tokyo] Spring vegetable and Spanish mackerel curry set at Anjuna (アンジュナ) in Takahata Fudo
I was impressed by the tastes of Anjuna's curry last time, so I visited Anjuna (アンジュナ) again when I had something to do...