Two Sides of Osaka Most Tourists Never Find
If you visit Osaka, it’s easy to find yourself moving quickly. Osaka Castle, polished and informative. Dotonbori, glowing with neon […]
Food
The Door Next to the Lunch Line: Would You Peek Inside?
The line for the best local meal in town is long, leaving you with plenty of time to explore the
The Japanese 3.5-Star Secret: Plus 4 Apps Locals Rely On
If there’s one thing I’ve learned from my travels across Japan, it’s that going digital is the key to unlocking
Why You’ll Love Exploring Japan’s Supermarkets and Depachika
It’s just after noon in Osaka, and the air above ground smells like takoyaki and car exhaust. I step into
Mount Fuji, Ramen, Anime: How to Fit It All In During Your Trip to Japan
Why do you want to visit Japan? The answer is unique to you. Perhaps, like me, you’re yearning for an outside
7 Fall Foods Japan Can’t Wait to Eat Every Year
Japan in the fall is a feast for the senses. The air turns crisp, the maple leaves start to glow,
A Must-Try Experience for Your Japan Trip – Wanko Soba
The noodles just kept coming! I’ve always loved soba, those brownish-gray buckwheat noodles popular in northern Japan. I like them
The one dish you can’t leave Shirahama without trying
My wife and I love discovering those small, unassuming local restaurants when we travel. You know, the ones that feel
More Than Onions: Finding the Heart of Awajishima, Japan
We were on our way to Awajishima, an island known in Japan for its sweet, layered onions. As we began
Uji: A Peaceful Paradise Just Beyond Kyoto’s Crowds
The first time I saw the golden Phoenix Hall reflected in its mirror pond, I understood why Byodo-in appears on